What can hyperspectral satellites really see from space? Unlike conventional satellites, they capture hundreds of wavelengths of light, revealing hidden details about vegetation, minerals, water, pollution and even changes on the ground that the human eye cannot detect.

What can hyperspectral satellites see?

Could sound waves become a new weapon against enemy drones? Researchers are exploring how powerful acoustic frequencies could disrupt, damage or disable unmanned aerial systems.

Can sound frequencies bring down enemy drones?

The United States has approved a $5 billion arms sale to Saudi Arabia, including 10,000 general-purpose bombs, guidance kits and other military equipment. The deal comes as Riyadh faces repeated attacks amid the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war against Iran.

US to sell 10,000 general-purpose bombs to Riyadh 

ISRO marks its return to the launch calendar after a seven-month gap, putting India’s space programme back in the spotlight. The mission is being closely watched as ISRO looks to resume a steady pace of launches and advance India’s ambitions in space. 

India enters the high-stakes space surveillance race 

Modern surveillance technology is transforming the battlefield, making it increasingly difficult for armies to conceal troops, equipment and military movements. From drones and satellites to thermal imaging, electronic sensors and artificial intelligence, militaries can now detect activity across vast areas with unprecedented speed. How is this changing battlefield strategy, camouflage and military operations? We examine the technologies behind the surveillance revolution and what it means for the future of warfare.

How modern surveillance is making it harder for armies to hide 

The British government has unveiled its updated Defence Investment Plan, committing to increase military spending to 2.7% of GDP by 2027–28. The multi-year framework injects an additional £15 billion into national defense, driving annual military spending toward nearly £80 billion by 2029 and bringing total defense investment to almost £300 billion over four years. The funding plan establishes a clear trajectory toward a 3% GDP target in the next parliament to reinforce national security and fulfill NATO commitments. Watch for details.


UK pledges more than $21 billion in military support to Ukraine

India's defence industry is witnessing unprecedented growth, with production crossing ₹1.78 lakh crore and exports reaching record levels. New drones, missiles, fighter jets and artillery systems are moving from drawing boards to production lines. But a critical question remains: can India manufacture advanced weapons fast enough to meet military demands? As global conflicts show the importance of rapid innovation and mass production, India's next challenge is no longer designing weapons—it's building them at scale and on time.


The next arms race may be about who can innovate & build fastest

Drones are rapidly becoming a cornerstone of India's military strategy. What began as a tool for surveillance and reconnaissance has evolved into a sophisticated ecosystem of strike drones, loitering munitions, AI-powered systems, and autonomous platforms. As modern warfare increasingly shifts from hardware to software, algorithms and data are becoming as critical as tanks and fighter jets. From monitoring borders to conducting precision strikes, drones are redefining how India prepares for future conflicts, making unmanned warfare a key pillar of national defence.


India’s drone revolution: How unmanned warfare is transforming defence

For decades, Japan's postwar identity was defined by pacifism. But growing security challenges in East Asia are driving a dramatic military transformation. Tokyo is investing heavily in drones, advanced missiles, artificial intelligence, and next-generation defense systems as it seeks to strengthen its deterrence capabilities. Supporters argue the shift is necessary in an increasingly volatile region, while critics warn it marks a significant departure from Japan's postwar principles.


Drone 40 loitering munition - Japan’s new precision weapon 

Global superpowers are racing into an urgent arms revolution. The Pentagon faces severely depleted crucial weapon stockpiles after sustained conflicts across the Middle East and Eastern Europe. With US President Donald Trump demanding rapid weapons replenishment, American military chiefs have launched an emergency search for new advance weaponry. But again, money is an issue. With military budgets stretched and modern wars requiring massive ammunition, the new mantra is to build, acquire cheaper, precision weapons.


The new arms race: Low-cost smart missiles | Why everyone wants cheaper weapons

India is actively constructing one of the most lethal, multi-layered air defence networks in modern military history: the Sudarshan Chakra shield. It is built to counter future saturation warfare where adversaries fire drone swarms, cruise missiles, and ballistic warheads all at once, this architecture combines combat-proven doctrine from Operation Sindoor with cutting-edge tech. This comes as Russia offers Rs 50,000 crore deal for five additional S-400 squadrons.


Sudarshan Chakra: India deploys unbreakable multi-layered missile fortress

Modern warfare is as much about industrial capacity as battlefield strength. As India pushes for defence self-reliance under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, a critical question emerges: can domestic manufacturers sustain the massive ammunition requirements of a prolonged, high-intensity conflict? From 155mm artillery shells to missiles, drones and spare parts, wartime demand can rapidly outpace peacetime production. India's defence industry has expanded significantly in recent years, but experts say stockpiles, manufacturing capacity and supply chains will determine how long the country can sustain combat operations. This report examines India's readiness for a war of attrition.


Can India's defence industry sustain high-intensity warfare?

India's armed forces are rewiring the battlefield — moving from isolated units to a single connected network. From Akashteer's real-time air picture to tri-service data fusion, cyber warfare and electronic warfare are merging into one unified combat system. This video breaks down how India's Army, Navy, and Air Force are syncing sensors, radars, and AI-driven decisions to build a faster, smarter, and harder-to-beat digital war machine.


India's three services move towards network warfare

The Indian Navy has commissioned INS Nipun, the second Diving Support Vessel (DSV) of the Nistar Class, at Naval Dockyard in Mumbai. The vessel will enhance the Navy’s deep-sea diving, underwater intervention and submarine rescue capabilities. Indigenously designed and built by Hindustan Shipyard Limited in Visakhapatnam, INS Nipun marks another step towards Aatmanirbharta in India’s defence shipbuilding and strengthens the Navy’s specialist underwater capabilities.

India strengthens its presence in the Indian Ocean

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly changing how wars are fought. From autonomous drones and smart missiles to battlefield surveillance and target identification systems, AI is becoming a key part of military operations. The United Nations has warned about the growing use of autonomous weapons in active conflict zones, raising concerns about accountability, ethics and international law. Major powers including the United States, China, Ukraine and India are investing heavily in AI-driven defence technologies. As machines move closer to the kill chain, the world faces a critical question: how much decision-making should be left to algorithms on the battlefield?


AI weapons are changing how targets are found & attacked 

India is rapidly expanding its surveillance architecture with a combination of 52 planned satellites, advanced drones, border sensors and integrated command networks. The effort aims to provide persistent monitoring across land, sea, air and space domains. Lessons from recent conflicts have highlighted the growing importance of real-time intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR). By linking satellites, drones and battlefield sensors into a common network, India hopes to improve threat detection, target tracking and military decision-making while strengthening border security and maritime awareness.


The new surveillance war: 52 satellites to boost India's eyes in orbit 

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved the transfer of DRDO-developed technologies for conventional missile systems to Indian defence companies. The move aims to accelerate domestic missile production, reduce import dependence and strengthen India’s indigenous defence manufacturing ecosystem.

India: Defence minister approves technology transfer for conventional missiles 

Vision 2030s: India's path to a mature defence complex 

In this special story of WION's brand new show Defence Pulse we break down India's explosive transition from the world's top arms importer to a powerhouse weapons exporter. Watch how Armenia is closing in on 50 Pralay ballistic missiles, why Egypt is considering the Pinaka multi-barrel rocket system over the American HIMARS, and how Indonesia became the latest customer for the lethal BrahMos cruise missile. Discover the full scale of New Delhi’s expanding military footprint across Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America.


Indian 'HIMARS' Pinaka in high demand | Egypt, Armenia, Indonesia rush for Indian missiles

Drones have evolved from simple surveillance tools into some of the most influential weapons on the modern battlefield. From Ukraine's reported strike on a Lukoil refinery deep inside Russia to the UAE's use of steel cages to protect fuel infrastructure from drone attacks, militaries are rapidly adapting to a new era of warfare. As drones become cheaper, smarter and more lethal, they are reshaping military strategy, forcing nations to rethink defence systems and redefining how wars are fought in the 21st century.


Drone warfare: Race now on to build cheaper, smarter & more deadly drones

The USS George Washington aircraft carrier has arrived in the Middle East, where it is expected to relieve the USS Abraham Lincoln from its record deployment amid concerns about poor living conditions and morale.

US replaces record-deployed Lincoln with George Washington

India and Japan have signed key agreements to deepen defence and maritime security cooperation. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi signed MoAs aimed at strengthening bilateral defence ties, while both sides are also exploring joint development of naval ships. The agreements come as New Delhi and Tokyo seek closer strategic cooperation amid growing security challenges across the Indo-Pacific.


India-Japan deepen defence ties with maritime security and shipbuilding pact 

India is leasing two MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones from the United States for $203 million over 30 months, giving the Indian Navy additional persistent surveillance capability while it waits for its larger MQ-9B fleet. Speaking to Wion,  Air Marshal Anil Khosla (retired), Former The Vice Chief of the Air Staff, Indian Air Force explains the strategic importance of MQ-9B. The drones are designed for long-endurance maritime surveillance, with the ability to remain airborne for more than 30 hours and use advanced sensors to monitor ships and other targets over large distances.


India gets super-drones to watch the Indian Ocean | MQ-9Bs to track China at sea 

Taiwan is determined to strengthen its defences and plans record defence ‌spending next year, President Lai Ching-te said on Monday, describing his government's military budget proposal as an investment in peace.

Taiwan's cabinet will unveil next year's budget on Thursday, including a breakdown of where defence spending will go, but Lai confirmed media reports ​that 2027's overall defence budget would exceed T$1 trillion ($31.40 billion) for the first time.


Taiwan’s defence spending to cross $31 billion in 2027 

The U.S. Navy is preparing to rotate aircraft carriers in the region, with the USS George Washington set to relieve the USS Abraham Lincoln as Washington maintains a strong naval presence amid rising regional tensions.

US-Iran War: Abraham Lincoln troops exceed 250 days as Iran war drags on 

Taiwan is rapidly transforming its military strategy for a possible Chinese invasion. Drawing lessons from Ukraine’s drone warfare, Taipei is expanding fleets of aerial drones and unmanned attack boats designed to locate, track and strike invading forces.

During the 10-day Han kuang exercises, Taiwan is testing how these systems could operate alongside missiles and conventional weapons against a Chinese amphibious assault. Taiwan also aims to eventually produce up to 100,000 drones a month. But can cheap, mass-produced unmanned weapons really slow down China's vastly larger military?


Taipei tests war readiness with tanks, artillery & anti-aircraft

Taiwan is rapidly transforming its military strategy for a possible Chinese invasion. Drawing lessons from Ukraine’s drone warfare, Taipei is expanding fleets of aerial drones and unmanned attack boats designed to locate, track and strike invading forces.

During the 10-day Han kuang exercises, Taiwan is testing how these systems could operate alongside missiles and conventional weapons against a Chinese amphibious assault. Taiwan also aims to eventually produce up to 100,000 drones a month. But can cheap, mass-produced unmanned weapons really slow down China's vastly larger military?

Taiwan military prepares a drone nightmare for a Chinese invasion

Taiwan has conducted a major live-fire military drill simulating a Chinese assault, testing its forces’ ability to respond to a potential attack. The exercise comes amid heightened tensions across the Taiwan Strait and growing concerns over China’s military pressure on the island.

The drills come amid rising tensions across the Taiwan Strait as China continues to increase military pressure through frequent air and naval patrols around the island. The Han Kuang exercise is considered Taiwan's most important annual defense drill and reflects its efforts to strengthen combat readiness against possible aggression.


Taiwan forces throttle internet, test new drones in military exercise

Taiwan forces conduct 10-day annual military exercise

Taiwan has demonstrated AI-powered drone boats as part of efforts to showcase advanced unmanned maritime technology. The autonomous vessels are designed to use artificial intelligence for navigation, surveillance and coordinated operations, highlighting Taiwan’s growing focus on smart maritime systems and next-generation defense technology.


Taiwan demonstrates AI-powered drone boats that could transform naval warfare

Taiwan has scrambled its ageing French-made Mirage fighter jets during the annual Han Kuang war games, demonstrating how the aircraft could be rapidly re-armed and returned to combat during a conflict with China. Crews at Hsinchu air base showcased the rapid attachment of Magic II and MICA air-to-air missiles, while ground teams rehearsed repairing bomb- and missile-damaged runways and taxiways. The 10-day exercises are focused on strengthening Taiwan's readiness for a potential Chinese attack.

Taiwan steps up military, civilian preparedness

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