New Delhi, September 20, 2025: Welcome to DefenceBroadcast’s Daily Defence News Roundup, your quick, authoritative brief on the most important developments in Indian defence, the neighborhood, and global security. Today’s digest tracks India’s airborne surveillance push, a fresh impetus on indigenous missile production, a neighborhood procurement move that could shift…
Netra Mk II vs DRDO rotodome has become the central debate in India’s airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) roadmap, highlighting the trade-offs between cutting-edge ambition and operational practicality. While DRDO’s 360° rotodome program promised comprehensive radar coverage, recent developments suggest the Indian Air Force (IAF) is prioritizing the Netra…
India China Doklam standoff remains one of the most significant turning points in recent South Asian geopolitics, shaping perceptions of military resolve, diplomatic skill, and strategic balance in the region. The 2017 confrontation between the Indian Army and the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) in the Doklam plateau was not just…
LCH Prachand’s anti-drone role is emerging as one of the most innovative upgrades in India’s indigenous defence ecosystem. Designed and built by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), the Light Combat Helicopter Prachand—meaning “fierce” in Hindi—has already proven itself in high-altitude warfare. Now, the helicopter is being transformed into a futuristic anti-drone…
AMCA fifth-generation fighter jet represents one of India’s most ambitious military aviation projects, promising to transform the nation into a true leader in aerospace technology. The Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), being developed by the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), and the Aeronautical Development Agency…
DRDO’s Integrated Air Defence Weapon System has successfully completed its maiden flight test, marking a turning point in India’s quest for a robust, multi-layered shield against aerial threats. Conducted under the supervision of the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), the tests validated the ability of India’s indigenous technology to…
