In a significant boost to its aerial combat capabilities, India’s Tejas Mk1A fighter jet has successfully validated a new twin-missile launcher designed to carry the Advanced Short Range Air-to-Air Missile (ASRAAM).
The milestone, achieved following rigorous flight trials conducted last year...
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The Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA)—India’s ambitious stride into the realm of fifth-generation stealth fighters—has recently dominated defence headlines.
Much of the discourse has focused on reports that Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has been excluded from the initial prototype...
The Defence Ministry is likely to approve a Rs 3.25 lakh crore deal this week to buy 114 Rafale fighter jets from France for the Indian Air Force, according to reliable sources.
The clearance is scheduled to take place ahead of French President Emmanuel Macron's forthcoming official visit to...
The Eastern Command Investiture Ceremony 2026 was held with solemn military grandeur at Umroi Military Station in Shillong on Tuesday, honouring the courage, leadership and distinguished service of personnel of the Indian Army, officials said.
The annual ceremony was presided over by Lieutenant...
A pivotal development has emerged regarding one of the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) most significant defence modernisation projects.
D.K. Sunil, Chairman and Managing Director of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), has confirmed that the final approval from the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS)...
After a period of uncertainty regarding the production timelines of India's indigenous fighter program, significant clarity has emerged regarding the supply of engines, which has been a primary constraint for the Tejas Mk1A.
In a definitive update, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Chairman...
India and France are reportedly in the final stages of a significant defence contract focused on the procurement of additional SCALP air-launched cruise missiles.
This move follows the weapon's demonstrated effectiveness during the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) precision strikes against hostile...
India and Greece on Monday signed a Joint Declaration of Intent on strengthening defence industrial cooperation between the countries, which marks a starting point for developing a five-year roadmap for boosting the partnership.
The agreement was inked after Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held...
Russia will actively support India’s chairmanship of BRICS with its current agenda, which is “modern, highly-relevant” with an emphasis on counter-terrorism and energy security, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Monday.
India formally assumed on January 1, 2026, the chairmanship of BRICS...
The Indian Army on Monday said it had handed over 50 military utility vehicles to the Nepal Army at the India-Nepal border, underscoring the “enduring bond” between the two forces.
In a post on X, the Indian Army also shared some pictures of the handover. “#DefenceCooperation #IndianArmy handed...
Itanagar, Feb 9 (IANS) The Indian Army on Monday launched ‘Mission Krishiveer’ to strengthen farm-to-force linkage in East Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh, officials said.
Defence spokesman Lt Col Mahendra Rawat said the Spearhead Division of the Spear Corps launched the initiative at...
Analysis Tejas Mk1A to Depend on Imported F404 Engines for Next 30+ Years, Yet Why Is India Not Pursuing Local Production?
The Tejas Mk1A, India’s advanced light combat aircraft, stands as a significant milestone in the nation's journey towards self-reliance in defence aviation.
With 83 units already on order and approval for an additional 97 aircraft—bringing the potential total to over 180—this platform is set to...
Sweden’s SAAB has proposed to the Indian Government the creation of the world’s most advanced aerospace industry, comprising multi-layered design, production and maintenance as well as induction of fighter jet Gripen E.
“In our engagements with the Government of India, we have proposed the...
After ties with the Afghan Taliban soured, Pakistan has been hunting for disgruntled elements and recruiting them into the Jaish-e-Mohammed. Indian agencies have learnt that the ISI has been scouting for disgruntled elements from the Afghan Taliban and other breakaway factions. The idea is to...
Seychelles President Patrick Herminie on Monday said that as key Indian Ocean States, maritime security and regional stability remains central to India-Seychelles relationship.
“Economic engagement and development support featured prominently in our exchanges. We discussed approaches to advance...
A major security incident was reported from Faridabad district jail, where a 20-year-old terror accused, Abdul Rahman, was killed late Sunday night after being attacked by another inmate, officials said on Monday.
Police officials confirmed that the accused was assaulted with a sharp object...
In a candid and revealing assessment of India’s indigenous fighter programme, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Chairman and Managing Director D.K. Sunil has ruled out any contingency plan regarding the engine choice for the Tejas Mk1A.
Speaking in an interview with NDTV Profit, Mr Sunil made...
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