INFORMATION WARFARE
Be prepared to meet challenges of modern warfare: Lt Gen Kumar asks IMA cadets Lt Gen MV Suchindra Kumar, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief Northern Command, addressed the Passing Out Parade at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), highlighting the evolving nature of modern warfare influenced by technological advancements. He e...
08 Jun, 2024, 03.22 PM ISTArmy chief highlights rapidly changing nature of warfare Army Chief Gen Manoj Pande emphasized the need for NDA cadets to enhance technical competencies for future battlefields during the passing out parade of the 146th course.
24 May, 2024, 10.12 PM ISTChina's PLA undergoes major restructure as it emphasises information capabilities for war Xi Jinping replaces PLA's Strategic Support Force with Information Support Force in a significant overhaul. The move aims to enhance military efficiency and political oversight, with direct CMC control over the new force. Former SSF's functions, inc...
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Technology emerged as new strategic arena of competition: Army chief Manoj Pande In a seminar titled "Year of Technology Absorption: Empowering the Soldier," Army Chief General Manoj Pande discussed the evolving role of technology in warfare. He emphasized that while technological advancements have historically influenced warfar...
24 Apr, 2024, 02.23 PM ISTPresident Xi Jinping initiates sweeping reorganisation of China's military Xi is creating a new branch called the Information Support Force. The aerospace and cyber units previously under the Strategic Support Force will now be organisationally parallel to the newly created Information Support Force, the defence ministry s...
20 Apr, 2024, 11.13 PM ISTPresident Xi launches Information Support Force for Chinese military, a new wing to fight cyber wars Xi Jinping launched the Information Support Force, a strategic branch of the People's Liberation Army, emphasizing real-time war exercises and the missile force as part of the two million troops after a military revamp.
19 Apr, 2024, 09.18 PM ISTIran’s better, stealthier drones are remaking global warfare Iran's drone technology is reshaping global conflicts, with drones based on Iranian designs being used in various countries, including Sudan, Syria, and Ukraine. These drones, like the Zagel-3 based on Iran's Ababil model, are becoming increasingly ...
09 Apr, 2024, 02.05 PM IST'Wars are changing': Army Chief and CDS want Indian forces to adopt de-novo mantra for future warfare General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff, initiated 'Parivartan Chintan' in New Delhi, focusing on developing a joint culture for the Armed Forces. The conference aimed to generate fresh ideas for jointness and integration among the services. Di...
09 Apr, 2024, 11.40 AM ISTUnconventional, asymmetric warfare will be part of future conventional wars: Rajnath Singh Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended the Army Commanders' Conference, a biannual event held in the national capital. He reaffirmed the Indian Army's role in guarding borders, fighting terrorism, and providing assistance to civil administration. T...
02 Apr, 2024, 06.28 PM ISTUS made 'rigorous' preparations for potential Russian nuclear strike in Ukraine in 2022: Report US prepared for potential Russian nuclear strike in Ukraine in late 2022. Biden administration undertook meticulous preparations amid concerns over Russia's deployment of tactical nuclear weapons. The US engaged in rigorous planning to mitigate risk...
09 Mar, 2024, 06.26 PM ISTNations resorting to hard power to achieve political, military objectives: General Manoj Pande Indian Army Chief General Manoj Pande highlighted the shifting geopolitical landscape, with nations increasingly resorting to hard power for their interests. He emphasized the need for modernization and self-reliance in the Indian Army, citing rapid...
07 Mar, 2024, 04.59 PM ISTIndian Navy to bolster anti-submarine warfare capabilities with MH 60R helicopter induction The Indian Navy is set to induct the MH 60R helicopter into its fleet next week, bolstering its Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) capabilities. The squadron will be commissioned under Captain M Abhisheik Ram, who said the induction will bring about a sig...
29 Feb, 2024, 06.09 PM ISTChina's electromagnetic warfare game-changer: 'Nowhere to hide' for enemy forces Chinese researchers unveil groundbreaking technology in electronic warfare, enabling real-time monitoring of the electromagnetic spectrum to expose enemy forces. Developed by a Beijing-based team, this innovation allows swift detection and neutraliz...
07 Feb, 2024, 06.00 PM ISTIndian armed forces one of the finest in the world: IAF chief IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal V R Chaudhari highlighted the transformation of the Indian armed forces at the 8th Armed Forces Veterans Day, emphasizing their adaptability to diverse warfare challenges. The event, attended by Navy Chief Admiral R Hari ...
14 Jan, 2024, 07.50 PM ISTLand warfare will remain 'extremely important' in India's case: Army chief The Chief of Army Staff said "In all of this, we need to remain proactive rather than responding or reacting. We should be able to shape our strategies." He said there will be responsibilities, opportunities and challenges for India in the Indo-paci...
28 Oct, 2023, 12.21 PM ISTTether freezes crypto linked to 'terrorism and warfare' in Israel and Ukraine Cryptocurrency issuer Tether has frozen 32 crypto wallet addresses containing a combined $873,118 it said were linked to "terrorism and warfare" in Israel and Ukraine, the company said on Monday.
17 Oct, 2023, 08.58 AM ISTTether freezes crypto linked to 'terrorism and warfare' in Israel and Ukraine Cryptocurrency issuer Tether has frozen 32 crypto wallet addresses containing a combined $873,118 it said were linked to "terrorism and warfare" in Israel and Ukraine, the company said on Monday.
16 Oct, 2023, 09.48 PM ISTFuture wars won't be fought only on borders, will impact every citizen: Former Indian Army General Retired Lieutenant General Deependra Singh Hooda has warned that future wars will not only be confined to borders but will impact every citizen. He emphasized that the evolution of long-range missile systems, drones, and cyberattacks has reshaped wa...
26 Sep, 2023, 05.27 PM ISTCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 & Warzone Season 6: See anticipated release date, time and more Call of Duty fans await Season 6 of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 & Warzone, featuring new maps and gameplay changes. Anticipated launch is on September 27, around 9 AM PT (12 PM ET/5 PM BST), based on the in-game Battle Pass timer.
12 Sep, 2023, 02.45 AM ISTInformation warfare over Ukraine’s Izyum intensifies The latest is the case of information warfare in Izyum. Despite appeals from their allies, Ukrainian armed forces did not collect dead bodies of Ukrainian servicemen in the Kharkiv region in order to pass them off as “civilian victims as a result of...
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