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M S Chatterji · 2026-04-18T01:10:28+0530

India's pursuit of absolute self-reliance in military technology has reached a new milestone. Hoverit, a rising defence-technology startup operating out of the Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor in Lucknow, is driving this shift with its Divyastra series of kamikaze drones (loitering...

Raghav Patel · 2026-04-18T00:27:43+0530

American aerospace giant Lockheed Martin recently emphasised that acquiring additional MH-60R Seahawk helicopters would significantly boost the operational readiness of the Indian Navy. While the company declined to comment on the specifics of any active negotiations or upcoming purchases...

Raghav Patel · 2026-04-18T00:06:00+0530

India has advanced its goal of establishing a formidable, multi-layered air defence shield following the Defence Procurement Board's (DPB) approval to acquire two new regiments of the Medium Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) system. This move highlights the nation's increasing focus on...

RonitBisht · 2026-04-17T23:39:37+0530

Former Director General of Artillery, Lieutenant General P. R. Shankar (Retired), has initiated a critical discussion regarding the future of aerial combat. He questions the necessity of sending manned fighter jets into hostile airspace when modern precision missiles can achieve the exact same...

Anjana Basu · 2026-04-17T20:34:55+0530

Russia has officially secured new export contracts for its Su-57E fifth-generation stealth fighter, signaling a significant expansion into the international arms market. On April 15, 2026, during the opening of the DSA-2026 international arms exhibition in Kuala Lumpur, the state arms exporter...

Raghav Patel · 2026-04-17T16:34:48+0530

In a major boost to India's aerial combat readiness, the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) are undertaking a critical feasibility study to equip the Mirage 2000 "Vajra" fighter jets with the advanced Astra Mk2 Beyond-Visual-Range Air-to-Air...

Raghav Patel · 2026-04-17T12:00:17+0530

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is embarking on a monumental ₹1 lakh crore (approx. $11 billion) airlift modernization initiative, following recent Defence Procurement Board clearances to acquire 60 Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA). This massive tender aims to phase out the legacy Soviet-era An-32...

Raghav Patel · 2026-04-17T09:10:42+0530

The Indian government is advancing its plan to acquire six additional Boeing P-8I Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft from the United States through the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programme. Even though the price tag has seen a staggering increase, the Indian Navy views the aircraft's...

Raj Basu · 2026-04-17T08:29:02+0530

The Indian Army has halted discussions regarding the acquisition of American-made Stryker armoured vehicles. Defence sources confirm that the procurement initiative has been entirely shelved due to a lack of operational suitability. Instead, military planners are executing a decisive pivot...

Raj Basu · 2026-04-17T07:41:15+0530

India has achieved a major milestone in autonomous military technology with the successful trial of the Sheshnaag-150 swarming attack drone at the Pokhran test facility. Created by NewSpace Research and Technologies (NRT), a Bengaluru-based aerospace startup, this system offers a...

IANS · Thursday at 8:53 PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced that India and Austria will strengthen their partnership in defence, semiconductors, quantum, and biotechnology. Addressing a joint press meet with visiting Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker, PM Modi stated that India and Austria will...

Raghav Patel · Thursday at 10:41 AM

In a major development for India's aerospace sector, the United States and India have crossed a critical threshold in their joint fighter jet engine production initiative. General Electric (GE) Aerospace and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) have successfully wrapped up the intricate...

Jaydeep Gupta · Thursday at 9:33 AM

India’s classified hypersonic weapons initiative, Project Vishnu, has reached a vital stage of development. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has initiated the manufacturing of custom jigs and fixtures required for the booster integration of the Extended Trajectory Long...

IANS · Thursday at 9:20 AM

West Bengal’s Governor earlier this week said that the twin spectre of radicalisation and militancy poses a serious challenge for West Bengal, especially in two of the several districts sharing a border with Bangladesh - Murshidabad and Malda. The comment comes at a time when efforts are on to...

Jaydeep Gupta · Wednesday at 11:41 PM

The Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Ministry of Defence (MoD) are at a crucial turning point in shaping India's future air combat capabilities. Officials are actively exploring various options to acquire sixth-generation fighter technologies. In response to this search, Russia has presented a...

Raghav Patel · Wednesday at 11:04 PM

India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is actively advancing the development of the BrahMos-ER, an extended-range variant of the formidable supersonic cruise missile capable of striking targets up to 800 kilometres away. Designed primarily for the Indian Army and the...

M S Chatterji · Wednesday at 7:17 PM

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to experience a massive upgrade in its aerial defence capabilities with the introduction of the Tejas Mk2. According to senior figures at the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), this next-generation fighter will deliver roughly 120 minutes of combat patrol...

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Analysis How Divyastra Mk1 and Mk2 Set to Redefine India’s Defence Manufacturing Prowess with 95% Indigenization and 3x Lower Costs

Lockheed Martin Highlights Indian Navy's Need for More MH-60R Seahawk Helicopters to Boost Anti-Submarine and Surveillance Capabilities

India Accelerates Induction of Two MRSAM Regiments to Counter Evolving Drone and Missile Threats

Evaluating Ops Sindoor: Why Standoff Precision Missiles Should Replace High-Risk Manned Fighter Missions, Explains Retired Lt General

Russia Actively Engages Current Su-30 Operators for Potential Sales of 5th-Gen Su-57E Stealth Fighter Jets

IAF and DRDO Explore Upgrading Mirage 2000 with Astra Mk2 Missiles for Long-Range Interception Capability

IAF MTA Deal Stresses Vital Himalayan Landing Capabilities Alongside 60% Indigenous Content for Superior Airlift Fleet

Despite Prohibitive Cost Escalations, India to Proceed With Six More P-8I Maritime Reconnaissance Aircraft Procurement

Indian Army Abandons Plans for US Stryker Armoured Vehicle, Prioritising Indigenous WhAP for Ladakh Defence

Indigenous Sheshnaag-150 Loitering Munition Demonstrates 720 Km Range and Precision Strike During Pokhran Testing

India, Austria to strengthen partnership in defence, semiconductors and quantum: PM Modi

After Successful ToT Talks, GE and HAL F414 Engine Pact Moves to Final Commercial Negotiations

DRDO Moves Closer to ET-LDHCM Mach 8 Hypersonic Missile Under Project Vishnu with Booster Integration Progress

Intelligence Agencies Warn of Multi-Pronged ISI Terror Push in Bengal's Murshidabad and Malda Targeting Northeast States

IAF Explores European GCAP/FCAS Programs Alongside Russian Su-57/Su-75 Upgrade Offers Amid 6th-Gen Fighter Quest

DRDO Plans 800 km Range BrahMos-ER Integration for India’s Future P-77 Nuclear Attack Submarines

Analysis With 8 BVR Missiles and 120-Minute Combat Endurance, How Tejas Mk2 to Double IAF's Firepower Compare to Tejas Mk1A

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