French aerospace giant Dassault Aviation has emphasized the increasing importance of the Indian manufacturing sector within its worldwide operations, reinforcing its dedication to the 'Make in India' initiative through multiple local alliances.
According to the company’s 2026 Half-Year...
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Egypt is actively assessing the Pinaka Multi-Barrel Rocket Launcher (MBRL) system, developed by India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), to upgrade its military firepower.
For Cairo, the Indian rocket system represents an ideal blend of budget-friendly pricing, pinpoint...
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has successfully increased the Total Technical Life (TTL) of the AL-31FP turbofan engine to 2,500 flying hours, marking a major breakthrough for the Indian Air Force (IAF).
On 8 January 2026, the first engine to benefit from this life-extension upgrade was...
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has achieved a vital breakthrough in its long and frequently scrutinised mission to develop India's first home-grown turbofan engine, shifting the narrative from sluggish updates to substantial momentum.
According to HAL's latest annual disclosures, the core...
Analysis How India Plans to Counter China's J-20? Analysing PLAAF Stealth Vulnerabilities and IAF Air Defence Strategies
Recent satellite imagery from July 2026 reveals that the People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) has deployed at least a dozen of its premier Chengdu J-20 "Mighty Dragon" stealth fighters at the Hotan and Damxung airbases near the Indian border.
Recognised globally as a formidable...
This day marks seven years since the abrogation of Article 370, a historic decision made in 2019 that abolished the special status of Jammu and Kashmir. Following this decision, Jammu and Kashmir is now fully governed by the same set of penal laws as the rest of the country.
Earlier, Jammu and...
In a major step toward total self-reliance in aviation, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) are drafting a joint proposal to create a homegrown turboprop engine.
This ambitious project, which will seek funding...
India's long-standing mission to develop an indigenous high-thrust fighter jet engine is approaching a major milestone.
A joint venture proposal between French aerospace giant Safran and the Defence Research and Development Organisation’s (DRDO) Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) is...
Representing a significant military development in South Asia, Pakistan has deployed roughly 250 advanced SH-15 self-propelled artillery units—procured from China—close to its eastern frontier with India.
Intelligence reports indicate that these 155mm motorised howitzers have been strategically...
Amritsar Commissionerate Police has busted two ISI‑backed cross‑border terror modules with the arrest of nine individuals, including four juveniles, and recovered three illegal pistols along with nine cartridges and four petrol-bottle bombs, Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav...
Prominent Pakistani journalist Aftab Iqbal recently asserted on television that Islamabad is struggling to acquire crucial spare parts for its Chinese-supplied J-10CE fighter jets.
He attributed this supply bottleneck to ongoing financial disputes related to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor...
Recent rumours suggesting that the manufacturing of India’s indigenous Akash Air Defence Missile System is coming to a halt are entirely inaccurate. Instead, the programme is transitioning into an exciting new era.
Driven by the development of highly capable upgraded versions, production is set...
India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is actively advancing its drone warfare capabilities with a new class of affordable, air-to-ground (A2G) munitions.
Designed specifically for integration with Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) and High Altitude Long Endurance...
To counter the growing threat of advanced enemy air defence networks, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is rapidly building a highly versatile stand-off weapons stockpile.
Instead of putting all its faith in one type of long-range armament, the IAF is curating a multi-tiered arsenal comprising stealth...
Analysis Why India Preferred Multirole Su-30MKI Over Specialized Su-34 Long-Range Tactical Bomber Aircraft
The Russian Sukhoi Su-34 "Fullback" is a highly capable tactical bomber designed for long-range, deep-penetration strikes.
However, despite a long history of purchasing Russian military hardware, the Indian Air Force (IAF) never seriously considered adding the Su-34 to its fleet. Instead, India...
Analysis Understanding China's Malacca Dilemma and Indian Navy's Strategic Ability to Disrupt Chinese Supply Lines During a Full-Scale Conflict
If a major conflict were to erupt between India and China, the battlefield would not be confined to the rugged Himalayan borders.
The Indian Ocean Region (IOR) would immediately emerge as a decisive theatre of war. This vast maritime expanse is the absolute lifeline for much of China’s...
In an effort to upgrade its military capabilities through cutting-edge technology, Thailand is currently evaluating the purchase of the anti-ship version of India’s BrahMos supersonic cruise missile.
This potential acquisition highlights Bangkok's commitment to modernising its armed forces...
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