The Indian Air Force (IAF) has recently released a tender for the upkeep of the technical zone at Air Force Station (AFS) Sulur.
While this might look like standard facility upkeep, it marks a crucial financial commitment to one of India’s most vital military aviation centres.
Serving as the...
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During Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s July 2026 visit to Jakarta, India and Indonesia secured a historic $630 million defence package that promises to change the landscape for Russian-made fighter jets worldwide.
A key part of this agreement between Bharat Dynamics Limited and Indonesia's...
Safran Aircraft Engines recently joined hands with the French military to celebrate a major milestone: the 40th anniversary of the M53 turbofan engine.
To honour the powerplant that has driven the iconic Mirage 2000 fighter jet since its inception, a special flypast took place over Safran’s...
The Indian Navy is setting the stage for a revolutionary leap in maritime air operations.
The upcoming Twin Engine Deck Based Fighter (TEDBF) is being engineered from its inception to lead unmanned combat aerial vehicles, signalling a transformative era for carrier strike groups.
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Analysis As China’s J-20 Stealth Fleet Approaches 500 Jets, India Looks Beyond 114 Rafales to AMCA and Layered Defence Strategy
The swift growth of China’s Chengdu J-20 stealth aircraft arsenal is drastically altering the security dynamics across Asia.
Current open-source intelligence and defence analysts observe that China's production is surging, with the J-20 fleet already surpassing 350 operational jets by early...
As India rapidly expands its defence exports across the Indo-Pacific—recently securing BrahMos missile agreements with the Philippines, Vietnam, and Indonesia—some observers have questioned whether New Delhi might eventually offer the system to Taiwan.
While supplying this advanced weapon would...
India’s Rafale fighter jets and C-17 transport aircraft have arrived in Australia to participate in the Royal Australian Air Force’s (RAAF) premier multinational air combat exercise, Pitch Black 2026, marking another step in expanding defence cooperation between the two countries.
Announcing...
Srinagar, July 17 (IANS) J&K State Investigation Agency (SIA) on Thursday achieved a breakthrough by framing charges in a landmark narco‑terror case in the Special NIA Court.
A statement said: “In a breakthrough against narco‑terrorism and cross‑border terror financing, the Special NIA Court...
Analysis From S-400 Radar Risks to AMCA Ambitions: The Real Reasons India and U.S. Aren't Talking F-35 Deal
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...
Opinion Assessing the Strategic Viability of South Korea's KF-21 Boramae for IAF MRFA If Rafale Deal Fails?
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...
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...
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...
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...
Analysis Why Russia is Likely to Back India's BrahMos Export to the UAE? Strategic Benefits and the CAATSA Sanctions Buffer
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...
France Equips Rafales With 68mm Laser-Guided Rockets Against Drones, Is It Time for India to Follow?
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...
Analysis How New Made-in-India Hawk-I-2700 GaN AESA Radar Promises 350 km Detection Range for Su-30MKI Jets
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...
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...
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