Evolving Warfare

Evolving Warfare & India’s Defence Transformation Strategy 2025

Evolving contemporary battle—from drone swarms, cyber threats, and AI-enabled command structures, to Sino-Pak hybrid operations—needs India to revamp its military doctrine, procurement procedures, and force shape. Outdated platforms won’t secure victory in today’s high-tempo threats, as CDS General Chauhan recently… Read More

Women in Combat Roles

Women in Combat Roles – India’s Armed Forces Embrace Inclusion (2025)

India has expanded the roles of women in the Armed Forces, introducing them in the front line and match tasks in services. While historical sanctions have greatly limited their ability to support the roles, recent political changes and legal mandates… Read More

Permanent Women Fighter Pilots

Permanent Women Fighter Pilots | IAF Gender Inclusion 2025

Overview Timeline of Key Milestones Year Milestone 2015 Government approves women in the IAF fighter stream on an experimental basis 2016 First batch of three women pilots (Avani Chaturvedi, Bhawana Kanth, Mohana Singh Jitarwal) commissioned to fighter stream 2019–2020 Over… Read More

MiG-21 Retires

MiG-21 Retires After 62 Years: India’s Iconic Fighter Jet Flies into Sunset

In September 2025, the Indian Air Force will formally retire its MiG-21 fighter jets, concluding a remarkable 62-year service that shaped India’s airpower narrative. On September 19, a ceremonial farewell at Chandigarh airbase will mark the end of this era,… Read More

AFCAT EKT Syllabus | What is EKT in AFCAT Syllabus, Pattern, Preparation Tips

What is EKT in AFCAT? | Syllabus, Exam Pattern and Preparation Tips

If you are an educated engineer and hope to become a member of the Indian Air Force through the AFCAT exam, you have probably come beyond the word etc. But what exactly is EKT in AFCAT? Why is it conducted?… Read More

How to Excel in Group Discussion during GTO Tasks & PPDT

How to Excel in Group Discussion during GTO Tasks & PPDT | Top SSB Strategies 2025

Group discussion (GD) is important during the Group Testing Officer (GTO) features and the Picture Perception and Details Testing (PPDT). They evaluate qualities (OLQs) as your leadership, communication, teamwork, initiative, and general officer. Here, your behavior is not about winning… Read More

Common Mistakes to Avoid in SSB Interview

Common Mistakes to Avoid in SSB Interview in 2025

Many highly affected candidates do not stumble because of knowledge intervals, but due to avoidable errors in approach, behavior, and communication. The SSB Selection Boards prioritize characteristics (OLQs) such as OLQs-Confidence, composition, integrity, and teamwork. Avoiding these common misconceptions will… Read More