The Indian government has confirmed that it has not yet reached a final conclusion regarding the potential acquisition of Russia’s Su-57 fifth-generation stealth fighter.
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh clarified the nation's stance during the Rising Bharat Summit, noting that while the...
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Analysis How Rafale F4 Plus to Empower IAF with Indigenous Data Links and Enhanced RBE2-AA Radar Software
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to significantly bolster its aerial dominance with the introduction of the "Made in India" Rafale in the advanced F4 Plus configuration.
This specialized version represents a tailored evolution of the French multi-role fighter, integrating indigenous technology...
Following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official announcement of the "Sudarshan Chakra" programme, Israel has become the first international partner to formally propose technical collaboration.
The ambitious initiative aims to establish a sophisticated, AI-driven, multi-layered air defence...
General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), on Monday, reviewed the operational logistics, training architecture and administrative preparedness during a visit to the Headquarters Maharashtra, Gujarat and Goa Area in Mumbai, an official said.
During the briefing, "the formation's...
Minister of State (MoS) for Defence, Sanjay Seth, on Monday, ceremonially flagged in the Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Kaundinya in Mumbai Harbour, marking the successful completion of her maiden overseas voyage to the Sultanate of Oman, Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said, an official said...
India has decided not to move forward immediately with proposals from the United States or Russia for fifth-generation combat aircraft, choosing instead to prioritise its domestic stealth fighter programme.
During an appearance at the Rising Bharat Summit 2026, Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar...
General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), received a comprehensive overview of the Southern Naval Command’s role as Navy’s Training Command, functioning, and operational capabilities, an official said on Sunday.
The briefing included presentation on Sothern Naval Command’s...
In a significant blow to Naxal activities in the region, 15 Maoists surrendered with weapons in the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh on Saturday. The group comprised nine women and six men, all associated with the Balangir-Bargarh-Mahasamund (BBM) committee operating along the...
In a significant move toward strategic autonomy, the Indian government has revealed its intention to secure deeper technical access to the French-made Rafale fighter jet.
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh confirmed that India will advocate for the aircraft’s "source code"—the foundational...
Analysis Renewed Su-57 Interest Highlights IAF’s Urgent Need for Stealth and Numbers Amid Growing Squadron Deficit
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is facing a critical juncture in its modernisation efforts as regional security dynamics shift toward advanced stealth capabilities.
Recent assessments from aviation experts suggest that India may be reconsidering the Russian Su-57 Felon as a potential gap-filler to...
The US-Israel airstrikes on Iran are reminiscent of India’s Operation Sindoor, carried out last year against Pakistan in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam attack. Op Sindoor, which extended from May 7 to May 10, 2025, was a classic case of how India went ahead and destroyed terrorist...
Afghanistan said on Sunday that it thwarted Pakistani military's attempt to carry out airstrike on Bagram airbase, media reported.
In a statement, police headquarters in central Parwan said that several jets belonging to the Pakistani military conducted an airstrike within the airspace of...
Opinion Why India Must Allocate Atleast $10 Billion R&D Fund Now for Indigenous 6th Gen Fighter Jet Development
As the international community accelerates toward the next frontier of aerial combat, strategic experts are urging India to establish a dedicated $10 billion research and development (R&D) fund for an indigenous sixth-generation fighter jet.
Proponents argue that immediate financial commitment...
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has vowed to punish the "murderers" of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, following the confirmation of his death by state television, and promised that the response will be the "most ferocious offensive operation in history" against the US and...
The development of India’s next-generation fighter, the Tejas Mk2, has reached a transformative stage.
Recent reports indicate that the first prototype is approximately 70% complete, allowing the programme to transition into the critical pre-flight calibration phase.
A formal rollout of the...
India has formalised new procurement contracts for loitering munitions and tactical surveillance unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) from Poland.
This decision follows the successful deployment of these systems in high-stakes environments and marks a significant deepening of the defence ties...
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday confirmed that Israel and the United States had carried out a joint military operation, dubbed ‘Operation Lion’s Roar’, against Iran, describing the action as necessary to remove what he termed an “existential threat” posed by the Iranian...
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