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Jaydeep Gupta · 2026-07-16T19:32:57+0530

Conversations regarding India potentially purchasing the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II have recently re-emerged, driven by tightening defence ties between New Delhi and Washington. Even though the United States has never officially closed the door on selling the stealth fighter to India...

M S Chatterji · 2026-07-16T18:50:09+0530

The South Korean KF-21 Boramae has swiftly proven itself as a highly capable entrant in the modern combat aviation market, officially receiving its combat-ready airworthiness certification in June 2026. Given that it is powered by the American General Electric F414 engine—the exact same...

Raghav Patel · 2026-07-16T14:50:46+0530

India’s Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) initiative is more than just the creation of a fifth-generation stealth fighter; it signals a major shift in the nation’s aerospace strategy. In a departure from past indigenous fighter projects, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is not taking...

Raghav Patel · 2026-07-16T13:58:42+0530

In a major boost to India’s deep-strike capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully flight-tested the Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM) on June 15, 2026. Conducted from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha, the latest trial was...

Raghav Patel · 2026-07-16T11:34:44+0530

A recent tender issued by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for a domestic "Safety-Arming Mechanism Assembly" points to a major leap in India's military manufacturing capabilities. While the procurement might look ordinary, it signals that the nation is laying the...

Raghav Patel · 2026-07-16T11:01:14+0530

India's ambition to supply the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is gaining momentum, and defence experts believe Russia will back the move rather than block it. Because the missile is a joint creation of India's Defence Research and Development Organisation...

Chandresh · 2026-07-16T10:23:44+0530

France has approved a new, cost-effective way for its Dassault Rafale fighter jets to shoot down enemy drones. The system, known as LADAC (Lutte Anti-Drone sur Avion de Chasse), uses 68mm laser-guided rockets made by Thales. These Aculeus-LG rockets are fired from TELSON 12 JF pods and are...

Raj Basu · 2026-07-16T00:37:55+0530

Recently showcased at the Aero India 2025 exhibition, the Hawk-I-2700 Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar marks a major milestone for India's private defence industry. Developed by the Chennai-based electronics firm Data Patterns, this advanced multifunction fire-control system is...

IANS · Wednesday at 11:05 PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Australia delivered substantial outcomes, particularly in the defence and security sectors. Amid growing unease about depending on the US to resist China, Australia and India are eager to see how they can gain strength from each other, a report...

Raj Basu · Wednesday at 12:54 AM

Recent global assessments suggesting that India might have deployed nuclear-armed ballistic missile submarines (SSBNs) on routine patrols have sparked discussions about a potential shift in the nation's nuclear stance. However, according to retired Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharma, a former...

Jaydeep Gupta · Wednesday at 12:22 AM

India’s prolonged quest to build its own military jet engine has returned to the spotlight following a candid analysis by former DRDO Chairman Dr. V.K. Aatre in a recent discussion with Wing Commander (Retd.) Julie Rosy. Their assessment makes it clear that the setbacks of the Kaveri engine...

Chandresh · Tuesday at 11:53 PM

According to Dr. Sudhir Mishra, former Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of BrahMos Aerospace, the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile stands as one of the hardest projectiles to intercept globally. This is largely due to its distinct blend of extreme velocity, low-level flight...

Raghav Patel · Tuesday at 11:34 PM

India's quest for an indigenous fifth-generation stealth fighter through the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme is a cornerstone of its aerospace ambitions. As New Delhi works to reduce its reliance on foreign combat jets, Russia is stepping in not as a rival, but as a strategic...

M S Chatterji · Tuesday at 9:47 PM

As India pushes forward with its ambitious Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) project, finding the right powerplant for the next-generation fighter remains a critical hurdle. While the initial AMCA Mk1 jets will be powered by American GE F414 engines, New Delhi is actively seeking a more...

IANS · Tuesday at 7:39 PM

As part of the nationwide observance of Kargil Vijay Diwas 2026, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday flagged off the 13-day 'Shaurya Vijay Yatra', a commemorative motorcycle expedition, from the National War Memorial in Delhi to the Kargil War Memorial in Dras, Ladakh. Singh said the 1999...

Jaydeep Gupta · Tuesday at 11:30 AM

In a historic shift for India’s defence manufacturing sector, the Ministry of Defence has exclusively invited private companies to bid for the production of the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). The government recently issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to three major private...

Chandresh · Tuesday at 10:13 AM

Svaayatt Systems, a defence technology startup based in Vadodara, Gujarat, has introduced the SGV-500 "Scorpion" — an advanced unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) built for a variety of combat and support missions. A major highlight of this new machine is its built-in drone relay system, which...

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Analysis From S-400 Radar Risks to AMCA Ambitions: The Real Reasons India and U.S. Aren't Talking F-35 Deal

Opinion Assessing the Strategic Viability of South Korea's KF-21 Boramae for IAF MRFA If Rafale Deal Fails?

How AMCA Engine Program Signals Shift to Decentralized Aerospace Ecosystem, Evolving HAL's Role into Specialized Manufacturing

India’s LRLACM System Gains Superior Tactical Mobility and Salvo Firepower Using the New 8×8 Super Stallion

DRDO Advances Indigenous Safety-Arming Systems for Mass-Producing Kamikaze Drones and Precision Bombs

Analysis Why Russia is Likely to Back India's BrahMos Export to the UAE? Strategic Benefits and the CAATSA Sanctions Buffer

France Equips Rafales With 68mm Laser-Guided Rockets Against Drones, Is It Time for India to Follow?

Analysis How New Made-in-India Hawk-I-2700 GaN AESA Radar Promises 350 km Detection Range for Su-30MKI Jets

How PM Modi's Australia visit delivers substantial outcomes in defence, security sectors: Report

How Expanding SSBN Patrols Strengthen India’s Second-Strike Capability Without Altering No First Use, As Credible Deterrence Evolves

Analysis How Institutional and Material Flaws Delayed India's Jet Engine Dreams for Decades, and How New Strategy Aims to Fix Them

Why BrahMos Missile Remains Nearly Impossible for Modern Air Defences to Intercept, Explains Former BrahMos CEO

Russia Positions Joint Production of Product 177S Engine for India’s AMCA Mk2 while Offering Local Su-57E as Interim Solution

Opinion How Japan’s Advanced XF9-1 Engine Tech Could Transform India’s AMCA Mk2 Stealth Fighter Programme

Kargil Vijay Diwas 2026: Defence Minister flags off motorbike expedition from Delhi to Dras

Opinion Will India's Chosen AMCA Private Sector Consortium Benefit from Joining European 6th-Gen Programmes? Pros, Cons, and a Phased Approach

Svaayatt Systems Unveils SGV-500 Autonomous Combat UGV Featuring Beyond-Line-Of-Sight Drone Relay Tech

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