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Kadam · 2026-08-17T00:56:53+0530

In a major shift for its aerospace industry, the Indian government has handed over the production of the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA)—the country's upcoming 25-tonne class fifth-generation stealth fighter—to an industry consortium led by the private sector. Beyond meeting the needs of...

Raj Basu · 2026-08-16T23:59:44+0530

Following the events of Operation Sindoor, India has accelerated the development and testing of its advanced air and missile defence shields. In 2026, the country marked major progress with three critical interceptor systems: the AD-1, AD-2, and Project Kusha. These successful trials highlight...

Raj Basu · 2026-08-16T17:43:48+0530

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has recently issued a Request for Information (RFI) to acquire approximately 150 Stage-III advanced jet trainers, preparing to eventually replace its long-serving BAE Hawk Mk-132 fleet. This major procurement will shape the future of India's aviation sector. The...

Raghav Patel · 2026-08-16T12:32:11+0530

Former Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria, has cautioned against buying Russia's Su-57 fighter jets as a temporary solution for India's fifth-generation combat needs. He believes that a small, short-term procurement could easily snowball into a massive fleet, thereby...

Abid Khan · 2026-08-16T10:39:05+0530

Discussions regarding Pakistan's possible purchase of China's advanced J-35 stealth fighter jet have recently shifted focus. Instead of questioning whether the sale will eventually happen, experts are now asking when Beijing will decide the timing is strategically appropriate. Recent commentary...

Raghav Patel · 2026-08-16T00:18:09+0530

Preliminary industry estimates suggest that India’s next-generation fighter jet, the Tejas Mk2, could cost only 23 percent more per unit than the current Tejas Mk1A. If these projections hold true, the price of the new aircraft will remain surprisingly close to its predecessor, despite a...

Chandresh · Saturday at 11:58 PM

Reliance Industries Limited and British engineering firm Rolls-Royce have declared their intention to collaborate on the design, development, and production of a homegrown combat engine for India’s Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program. As part of this proposed partnership, the two...

Raj Basu · Saturday at 3:29 PM

Hyderabad-based startup Paninian India has marked a major milestone in the country's aerospace sector by introducing the Yantur compact turbofan. Generating a thrust of 4.5 kilonewtons (kN), it is the first privately built engine in this category within India. While currently in the...

IANS · Saturday at 11:39 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday made a strong pitch for transforming India into a global hub for defence manufacturing, with particular emphasis on achieving self-reliance in advanced capabilities such as hypersonic technologies, drones and counter-drone systems. In his Independence...

Chandresh · Saturday at 1:27 AM

The Indian Ministry of Defence has initiated a massive procurement programme to enhance the Indian Air Force's (IAF) cargo and troop movement capabilities. By issuing a formal Request for Proposal (RFP), the government plans to acquire 60 new Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) in a deal estimated...

Chandresh · Saturday at 12:58 AM

Data Patterns India Ltd is making steady progress on its HAWK-I airborne Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar project for the Indian Air Force's MiG-29 and Su-30MKI fleets. While the physical components are fully built, the firm is currently focusing on finalising the critical...

Raj Basu · Friday at 11:56 PM

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is expected to delay the fully powered flight trials of the indigenous CATS Hunter cruise missile until late 2027 or 2028. The postponement comes as the aerospace manufacturer focuses on perfecting the artificial intelligence framework and the unmanned...

IANS · Friday at 10:08 PM

India's defence sector has undergone a transformational change over the past decade to emerge as a stronger, more self-reliant and globally credible force with the country's production of military hardware recording an over fourfold increase to touch Rs 1.78 lakh crore in 2025-26 compared with a...

IANS · Friday at 9:49 PM

The Ministry of Defence on Friday announced that it has signed contracts worth approximately Rs 1,577 crore with Tata Advanced Systems Limited and NIBE Private Limited for the procurement of Loiter Munition Systems, along with associated munitions and accessories, for the Indian Army. The...

IANS · Friday at 9:36 PM

According highest priority to the modernisation of the defence forces, driven by a self-reliant and future-ready defence sector is the first and foremost priority of the Narendra Modi government, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday told the Armed Forces on the eve of 80th Independence Day...

IANS · Friday at 9:31 PM

The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Friday stated that exercise 'Udara Shakti 2026' strengthened interoperability and mutual learning between the IAF and Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF). “Exercise Udara Shakti 2026 culminates with IAF Rafale and RMAF Su-30MKM and F/A-18 crews exchanging operational...

IANS · Friday at 9:24 PM

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday termed Operation Sindoor and the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty as decisive actions by India against terrorists and their harbourers. "During the commemoration of one year since the launch of Operation Sindoor on May 7, we remembered the unmatched valour...

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Analysis India Eyes Global AMCA Exports via Private Consortium, but Engine Approvals and Stiff Competition Loom

India Intensifies Multi-Layered Ballistic Missile Defence Programme Testing AD-1, AD-2, and Project Kusha After Op Sindoor

Opinion Evaluating Tejas Trainer Against HLFT-42 for IAF 150 Jet Stage III Requirement Amid Hawk Retirement

How Interim Su-57 Purchase Could Derail India's Indigenous AMCA Stealth Project, Warns Former Air Chief

Why China Might Delay Exporting Advanced J-35 Stealth Fighters to Pakistan Before India Fields AMCA

Why Tejas Mk2 Could Cost Just 23% More Than Mk1A Despite Significant Capability and Size Jump

Reliance and Rolls-Royce Announce Intent to Jointly Develop AMCA 5th-Gen Engine, Plans Aero Gas Turbine Complex in India

Private Sector Yantur vs DRDO Manik Engine: Examining Future of India's Indigenous Cruise Missile Propulsion

Defence production increased 4 times since 2014, exports saw 50-fold rise: PM Modi

India Issues $10B RFP Tender for 60 IAF Medium Transport Aircraft, C-130J and KC-390 Lead Race as Tata, Mahindra & HAL Vie for Role

Data Patterns Seeks DRDO and Russian OEM Expertise to Operationalise HAWK Radars for Indian MiG-29 and Su-30MKI Fighters

HAL Likely to Push CATS Hunter Cruise Missile Flight Trials to Late 2027 or 2028 Amid AI and UCAV Validation

Historic Highs Recorded in India's Defence Production and Exports Following a Decade of Strategic Sector Reforms

Defence Ministry Seals Rs 1,577 Cr Contract with Tata and NIBE for Advanced Loiter Munitions under Fast Track Procedure

Govt Prioritises Military Modernisation and A Future Ready Defence Sector for National Security, Says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

Indian and Malaysian Air Forces successfully conclude Exercise Udara Shakti 2026 to enhance strategic interoperability

Operation Sindoor Showcased Indian Defence Capabilities and Delivered a Stern Warning to Terrorists, Says President Murmu

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