The Defence Times Disturbances In People’s Liberation Army – Recent Developments In Chinese Military Hong Kong: Fissures have appeared in the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) in recent months, with high-profile commanders, even the defence minister, removed due to corruption allegations. Additionally, there was even speculation of a submarine loss to add more spice. Regardless, the Chinese Military continues to test its mettle as China becomes even more aggressive in the South China Sea and more vocal about its violent designs on Taiwan. What about the rumors of the sinking of a PLA Navy n ..read more

The Defence Times Israel Defence Forces Strikes 450 Hamas Targets, Takes Control Of Military Compound In Gaza Gaza Border: The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said it has been conducting extensive operations in the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours and that they targeted approximately 450 Hamas targets, which included tunnels, terrorist positions, military facilities, observation posts, and anti-tank missile launch sites, CNN reported. The IDF also announced their capture of a Hamas military compound inside Gaza, containing observation posts, training facilities for Hamas operatives, and und ..read more

The Defence Times Russian Nuclear Submarine Test Launches Bulava Intercontinental Missile Russia’s new nuclear-powered submarine Imperator Alexander-III carried out a successful test launch of the Bulava intercontinental missile, designed to carry nuclear warheads, the Russian defence ministry said on Sunday. “Firing a ballistic missile is the final element of state tests, after which a decision will be made to accept the cruiser into the Navy,” the defence ministry said in a statement on the Telegram messaging app. President Vladimir Putin has been pushing for Russia to maintain its nuclear ..read more

The Defence Times China Will Show No Mercy Towards Taiwan’s Independence: General Zhang Youxia Beijing: A top Chinese military official has said China will show no mercy towards Taiwan’s independence. This comes despite turmoil in the top ranks of the country’s armed forces, Voice of America (VOA) reported. General Zhang Youxia, vice chairman of China’s Central Military Commission (CMC), said: “No matter who wants to separate Taiwan from China in any form, the Chinese military will never agree and will show no mercy.” His remarks came at the 10th Xiangshan Forum in Beijing on Monday. Mor ..read more

The Defence Times India Emerges As Top Priority For Global Tech Giants Over China Washington: In recent times, India has been making significant strides in the global tech manufacturing arena, with the introduction of Google’s Pixel 8 manufacturing in the country. This development marks a pivotal moment in India’s journey toward becoming a top-notch manufacturing hub for cutting-edge mobile technology, The Washington Times reported. Google’s move aligns seamlessly with the broader trend of global tech giants, including Apple and Samsung, expanding their manufacturing operations in India, soli ..read more

The Defence Times Indian Army To Get 6 Apache Attack Helicopters Next Year The delivery of six Apache attack helicopters from the US will take place between February and June next year and will provide integrated combat aviation support to the Army’s strike corps. Additionally, plans have been finalized to acquire 156 indigenous ‘Prachand’ light combat helicopters for offensive operations in high-altitude areas reports TOI. The Army is gearing up to induct the first lot of AH-64E Apache attack helicopters from February 2024 onwards and will be deployed in the desert sector, while the big ..read more

The Defence Times India All Set To Secure Rs 32,000 Crore Predator-B Drone Deal With The US New Delhi: The Indian armed forces are making every effort to sign the Rs 32,000 crore Predator drone deal for the 31 armed drones as soon as possible. The letters of request have been sent to the US Department of defence and General Atomics, the manufacturers, and there is an expectation that the deal, after the commercial negotiations, will be signed by February next year. The deliveries will begin in 2026. Of the 31 Predator-B Drones, the Navy will get 15 and the Army and the Air Force will get ..read more

The Defence Times India Establishing Defence Wings In New Locations Around The World: Indian Army Chief India’s outlook emphasizes respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity of all nations as well as peaceful resolution of disputes and adherence to international rules, Chief of Army Staff Chief Gen Manoj Pande said on Friday, against the backdrop of the festering border row with China in eastern Ladakh. In an address at the Chanakya Defence Dialogue, Gen Pande also said that India is establishing defence wings in new locations around the world and that the Army is keen to enhance the s ..read more

The Defence Times Sweden’s Saab Bags India’s First 100% FDI Defence Project Sweden’s Saab has reportedly become the first foreign company that has bagged 100% FDI in India’s defence projects. According to a report by the Economic Times, Sweden’s Saab will set up a new facility in the country that will manufacture shoulder-fired rockets. Citing sources, the English Daily added that the ₹500 crore FDI proposal was cleared last month. Mint could not independently verify the report. Currently, India allows only 74% FDI in the defence sector under the automatic route. Beyond that, clearance can be ..read more

The Defence Times Israel Will Find And Eliminate Hamas Gaza Chief: Israel Defence Minister Tel Aviv: Israel Defence Minister Yoav Gallant has vowed that the Israeli forces will get to Hamas Gaza chief Yahya Sinwar and eliminate him, Times of Israel reported on Saturday. He has said that the forces are prepared to fight until victory “as long as it takes”. After touring the northern border and in the south in the past two days, Gallant said that he was told by reserve soldiers that they are prepared “to fight until victory” and for as long as it takes. “If it takes a year, Israel must com ..read more