Expert Opinions on Defence & National Security

IPO Calendar: Quiet week ahead with 3 new issues, no listings scheduled

Only one mainboard issue is scheduled to open for public subscription, while two new public issues will open for bidding in the SME segment

Updated On : 24-Oct-2025 | 08:00 pm IST

Mega parade showcases China's global ambitions -Opinion

Beijing's September 3 military parade showcased advanced indigenous weaponry, strategic deterrence, and global posturing, even as questions linger over operational readiness and command cohesion

Updated On : 16-Oct-2025 | 12:48 pm IST

MiG-21 retires: Tracing the journey of India first supersonic fighter jet

For nearly 60 years, the MiG-21 was the backbone of the IAF, with over 900 aircraft inducted. Almost every IAF fighter pilot since the 1960s has trained on the MiG-21 before moving to other fighters.

Updated On : 14-Oct-2025 | 12:44 pm IST

Adani group acquires 85% stake in MRO firm Air Works for ₹400 crore

The acquisition is part of Adani Group's plans to expand in the aircraft services and maintenance, repair, and overhaul segment

Updated On : 12-Aug-2025 | 12:43 pm IST

JM Financial downgrades defence, industrials; turns bullish on consumption

JM Financial also turned underweight on banks, NBFCs and insurance as disbursement growth is likely to remain weak in FY26

Updated On : 09-Sept-2025 | 03:26 pm IST

Trump 2.0 offers litmus test for India-US naval ties

Despite trade tensions and visa disputes, India-US ties continue to chart steady waters in the maritime domain, with naval cooperation and Indo-Pacific engagement remaining a strategic constant

Updated On : 08-Oct-2025 | 02:45 pm IST

Nifty tops 25,200 as hopes rise on India-US trade talks and Fed rate cut

Nifty tops 25,200 as hopes rise on India-US trade talks and Fed rate cut

Updated On : 16-Sept-2025 | 07:04 pm IST

Has the momentum in defence

India is moving towards indigenisation of the defence sector. As the govt's indigenisation theme gains steam, will the sector have more legs to rally in the near-term or consolidation is likely?

Updated On : 09-Sept-2025 | 04:39 pm IST

Mistral Solutions receives significant order from CASDIC, DRDO

For development of 10 nos of Electronic Control Unit for cooling system for Su-30

Updated On : 09-Sept-2025 | 04:29 pm IST

The private defence sector steps up but structural gaps persist Test

After a strong showing in Operation Sindoor, companies now need support for comprehensive research and speedy procurement

Updated On : 02-Sept-2025 | 03:47 pm IST

China's rare earth curbs hit US defence supply chains, raise costs

US military suppliers report delays and soaring costs as China tightens rare earth exports, exposing critical vulnerabilities in defence supply chains

Updated On : 19-Aug-2025 | 12:37 pm IST

Best of BS Opinion: Changing tracks, decluttering defence budget, and more

Here is the best of Business Standard's opinion pieces for today

Updated On : 03-Feb-2023 | 06:30 am IST

Best of BS Opinion: Defence industry perks up, wealth & inequality and more

Here is the best of Business Standard's opinion pieces for today

Updated On : 20-Aug-2025 | 02:14 pm IST

Reliance building 4 engines for growth, long-term value: Mukesh Ambani

Retail, digital services, media and entertainment, and new energy will disrupt traditional industries, he says

Updated On : 07-Aug-2025 | 02:34 pm IST

Will ATMs stop dispensing Rs 500 notes? Govt clears the air on viral claim

RBI aims to improve the availability of smaller denomination notes and is not discontinuing Rs 500 currency

Updated On : 16-Jul-2025 | 04:42 pm IST