December 2019
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What it Takes to Lead
India needs to ensure maritime security through capacity building
Surging Ahead
Bangladesh Navy continues to build and acquire surface combatants
Over the Horizon
Growing threats and limited budget challenges the Indian Navy
Future of Sea Power
The Indian Navy can no longer ignore the strategic importance of unmanned naval systems
Action Plan
Indian Navy has speeded up acquisitions of warships to strengthen its role in IOR
Maritime Saviours
Indian Navy’s efforts go beyond the nation’s shores when it comes to HADR
Report
The Future is Now
In TMB-19, Airbus Defence and Space unveiled the roadmap to 2040
New Strike Options
Two state-of-the-art missile systems were unveiled at the Dubai Airshow 2019
At the Cutting EDGE
An advanced technology conglomerate to transform UAE’s defence industry was unveiled recently
Slow, Steady Take-off
Despite challenges, there is hope of a turnaround in the Indian domestic aviation market
Happy Times Ahead
Boeing looks forward to catering to India’s growing aviation market
By Invitation | Excellence at Sea
MBDA has a full spectrum of missile systems to meet the Indian Navy’s requirements
Effective Border Management
CIBMS is an effective system and should be implemented soon to curb infiltration at the borders
Interview | Chief of naval staff Admiral Karambir Singh PVSM, AVSM
‘The LCA (N) Mk1 Has Been Designated as a Technology Demonstrator as it Cannot Meet The Navy’s Operational Requirements in its Present Form’
Books
Books | Life in Silos
In his book The Absent Dialogue, Anit Mukherjee chronicles the relationship between politicians, bureaucrats and the military. An extract
Column
Money Over Matter | Cost Consciousness
Defence economics is important for any armed forces, and India can no longer ignore it
Lessons from Balakot
Electronic and information warfare can be game changers
Guest Column | Era of Intelligent Machines
Artificial Intelligence is evolving as an important constituent of air power
Guest Column | Towards a Brighter Future
Private enterprises can be involved more in contributing to India’s space technology
Guest Column | Focus on Fifth Domain
Cyber space operations should become an integral part of the IAF
No Place for Outsiders
CAPFs should be led by officers from its own ranks
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