The Indian Air Force (IAF) is taking significant steps to fortify its ground-based airspace protection by planning the acquisition of three to five new squadrons of the Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) system, locally designated as "Abhra."
This anticipated follow-on order from the...
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A recent probe into the February 7 runway excursion involving a Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Tejas fighter jet has pointed to a software error in the aircraft's onboard computer as the primary cause.
This revelation comes after the Indian Air Force (IAF) conducted comprehensive...
Afghanistan's Ministry of National Defence said on Friday that it has conducted strikes on Pakistani military centres and installations in Kohat district of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in retaliation to the airstrikes launched by Islamabad on Thursday night which resulted in several...
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Friday held another telephonic conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, discussing bilateral cooperation and matters concerning BRICS, where India is the current chair and Iran a member of the grouping.
This marked the...
Aerospace giant Rolls-Royce has offered to partner with India to jointly create a new generation of small and medium turbofan jet engines.
This proposed collaboration centres on the British company’s innovative "Orpheus" engine framework.
The move aligns closely with New Delhi’s ongoing "Make...
As India evaluates the acquisition of 40 to 60 Sukhoi Su-57M fifth-generation fighter jets to bridge current capability shortages, the focus is expanding beyond the aircraft itself.
While the Su-57 represents a significant leap in stealth and sensor fusion, the true game-changer lies in its...
Analysis How Rafale Became IAF's Favourite Contender in MRFA Tender after Op Sindoor Success and Existing Infra Synergy
Following extensive evaluations of nine different fighter jets, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has selected the French-made Dassault Rafale as its definitive choice for the Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) programme.
Recent approvals from the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) have cleared the...
Following the successful development and testing of the tripod-mounted Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS), the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is now directing its efforts towards creating a true shoulder-fired version.
According to defence sources, the upcoming...
Lieutenant General Joel B Vowell, Deputy Commanding General, United States Army Pacific (USARPAC) held a meeting with Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi in New Delhi on Thursday, discussing ways to further strengthen the defence partnership between both nations.
The discussions...
In a significant leap for indigenous aerospace capabilities, India has outlined an ambitious roadmap to scale its upcoming aero-engine project.
The initiative aims to evolve a baseline 120kN (kilo-Newton) engine into a high-performance 140kN variant, specifically designed to power a future...
To enhance specialised combat training for its personnel, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) announced on Wednesday that it has established a ‘Shoot House’ facility in Kashmir.
A CRPF statement said, “CRPF has established a ‘Shoot House’ facility in Kashmir to enhance specialised combat...
Indian Naval Ship Trikand, stealth frigate of the Indian Navy, called at Port Louis, Mauritius on 10 Mar 2026 during her ongoing operational deployment to the South West Indian Ocean Region.
During the port call, the ship will participate in the 58th Mauritius National Day celebrations on 12...
In a significant move to reclaim its position as a primary aerospace partner for New Delhi, Russia has offered India an advanced dual-seat version of its Su-57 stealth fighter.
This proposal, presented during the Wings India 2026 exhibition and recent high-level bilateral engagements, includes...
India’s pursuit of an indigenous autonomous combat capability reached a major turning point this month.
The Defence Procurement Board (DPB) has recommended the acquisition of 60 Ghatak stealth unmanned combat aerial vehicles (UCAVs) for the Indian armed forces.
This move signals a transition...
Opinion Why India Must Prioritise Long Range 6th-Gen Stealth Bombers Over a Pure Fighter to Counter China’s Rapidly Advancing H-20 Programme
As the security landscape across the Indo-Pacific and the Himalayan borders becomes increasingly complex, Indian defence planners are re-evaluating the nation’s long-term aerial requirements.
A pivotal debate has emerged regarding whether India should follow its Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft...
India is significantly accelerating its long-range swarming drone capabilities following recent frontline experiences.
At the centre of this push is the Sheshnaag-150, an indigenous unmanned platform developed by Bengaluru-based Newspace Research Technologies (NRT).
While the system first took...
In a major strategic shift, India is positioning its Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) not only as a mainstay for the Indian Air Force (IAF) but also as a competitive contender in the international arms market.
Sources reveal that the industrial consortium chosen to lead the AMCA project...
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