All stories by Ajai Shukla
Tejas Gets More Sophisticated
Rediff.com1 Mar 2024The Mark-1A will be more sophisticated and capable than the Tejas Mark-1.
Defence Budget Can't Beat Inflation!
Rediff.com26 Feb 2024India spends significantly less on defence than could be expected from a country that faces simultaneous armed threats from two hostile neighbours -- China and Pakistan.
Atmanirbharta Complicates India-US Arms Deals
Rediff.com17 Feb 2024Indian policymakers must realise that in buying small quantities of equipment, it becomes hard to start manufacturing them in India, explains Ajai Shukla.
Akash NG Can Shoot Enemy Target In Seconds
Rediff.com9 Feb 2024By the time the enemy aircraft is 50 km away, the Akash-NG's computers have calculated the launch trajectory and impact point and launched the missile.
India Counters China, Focus On Border Villages
Rediff.com31 Jan 2024'We are developing infrastructure on the mountains and deploying the troops on hill borders in such a way that it is ensuring the safety of the people there.'
Can India's Zorawar Match China's ZTQ-15?
Rediff.com17 Jan 2024DRDO's latest tank will face trial in Rajasthan's summer which will be followed by 'user trials' ahead of facing battle in high-altitude deserts of eastern Ladakh and Sikkim, reports Ajai Shukla.
What Rajnath's UK Visit Means For India's Defence
Rediff.com8 Jan 2024The Indian Navy, which was earlier looking towards the US for design expertise, technical know-how and operational practices, is now considering the advantages of working with the Royal Navy.
Why Securing Gateway of Tears Is Critical For India
Rediff.com5 Jan 2024The Indian Navy, which regards itself as the 'net security provider' in the Indian Ocean Region, has also stepped up to the plate, with a warship stationed at all times off the Gulf of Aden for counter-piracy tasks. 91 Indian warships have been deployed in the region since 2008, patrolling high risk areas where piracy was rampant.
India-Taiwan-US Unite To Counter China's Cyber Threats
Rediff.com21 Dec 2023Three countries share a common interest in warding off cyber attacks from various agencies PLA is developing and training in China.
Want To Be A Drone Pilot? Read This
Rediff.com29 Nov 2023'Candidates will receive hands-on training in drone piloting, maintenance, data analysis, and regulatory compliance.'
Can China Win A War With US?
Rediff.com14 Nov 2023According to the Pentagon report, the PLA is creating options for dissuading, deterring, and defeating external intervention in the Indo-Pacific region.
Beware! The Yellow Dragon Is Awake!
Rediff.com2 Nov 2023Throughout 2022, China turned to the PLA as an increasingly capable instrument of Statecraft, strengthening its ability to 'fight and win wars' against a 'strong enemy', points out Ajai Shukla.
Game Changers For India's Military
Rediff.com13 Sep 2023The Nyoma airfield, which will be one of the world's highest, will sharpen the IAF's capability along the northern border.
'Should we welcome Chinese premier at G20?'
Rediff.com6 Sep 2023'The real issue between India and China is that the Chinese have transgressed along the Line of Actual Control at multiple points.'
Why Pakistani Men Prefer The Army
Rediff.com17 Jul 2023What drives Pakistani men to join its military, despite the toll it takes on them?
What Are The Aims Of India's Indo-Pacific Policy?
Rediff.com26 Jun 2023India's historical focus on its continental borders has overshadowed its maritime ambitions, but that is changing quickly, notes Ajai Shukla.
What Will China Attack First?
Rediff.com12 Jun 2023In all likelihood, the next conventional Chinese attack on India would be preceded by a massive cyber attack designed to cripple Indian networks and interfere with our disaster-relief programmes.
Navy Deploys Poseidon To Rescue Chinese Fishermen
Rediff.com19 May 2023Given the long distance from the closest land, the Indian Navy has deployed its state-of-the-art Boeing P-8I Poseidon long range maritime reconnaissance aircraft, which have the endurance to reach the location of the incident.
Aatmanirbharta! Defence Ministry Bars Imports
Rediff.com15 May 2023The Positive Indigenisation List includes Rs 715 crore worth of high-end materials and spares, the import of which will be permitted only until a date specified for each. After each one's import deadline elapses, it will have to be procured from the Indian industry.
IAF's New Transport Aircraft Makes Maiden Flight
Rediff.com9 May 2023The Airbus C-295 can carry up to 71 troops, or 50 paratroopers with battle loads. It can ferry supplies to locations inaccessible to the IAF's heavy transport fleet.