Defence News India

Raghav Patel · 2026-09-03T23:49:24+0530

Following the brief but highly impactful Operation Sindoor in May 2025, India has launched a massive and rapid overhaul of its armed forces. This transformation spans across all military branches, focusing on acquiring advanced drones, hypersonic weapons, integrated air defence networks, and...

Raghav Patel · 2026-09-03T23:08:06+0530

The Indian Army is gearing up for rigorous user trials of the fully indigenous AK-203 assault rifle, popularly designated as the "Sher" (Tiger), at a crucial juncture for the country's infantry modernisation. Built entirely with local components and raw materials at the Korwa Ordnance Factory...

Raghav Patel · 2026-09-03T22:54:46+0530

A Hyderabad-based defence technology startup, Apollyon Dynamics, has developed an electric multirotor interceptor drone capable of reaching a certified top speed of 498 km/h, setting a new milestone for unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) engineering in India. Incubated at BITS Pilani Hyderabad, the...

Chandresh · 2026-09-03T21:57:17+0530

Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited (KSSL), a defence subsidiary of Bharat Forge, has officially joined forces with Thales Belgium to bring the manufacturing of advanced 70-mm rocket systems to India. The strategic alliance, signed on September 3, 2026, during a Belgian state visit, focuses on...

Chandresh · 2026-09-03T21:11:46+0530

In a significant move to enhance its global competitiveness and technical prowess, Kolkata-based Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) Ltd., a Navratna Defence Public Sector Undertaking under India's Ministry of Defence, has forged a strategic partnership with the Norway-headquartered...

Raghav Patel · 2026-09-03T21:03:33+0530

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has successfully executed a drop trial of the indigenously built Khagantak-243 Long Range Glide Bomb (LRGB), achieving a major breakthrough for India's precision strike capabilities and the domestic defence manufacturing sector. The test successfully validated all...

PIB · 2026-09-03T20:28:21+0530

Aero India, Asia’s largest air show and one of the world’s premier aerospace and defence exhibitions, is all set to return with its 16th edition at Air Force Station, Yelahanka in Bengaluru, Karnataka from February 8 to 12, 2027. Organised by the Department of Defence Production, Ministry of...

Raghav Patel · 2026-09-03T19:20:21+0530

In a significant boost to India's aerospace manufacturing, GE Aerospace successfully dispatched a fresh batch of three F404-IN20 turbofan engines to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in August 2026. In an official statement, the American manufacturer expressed its pride in collaborating with...

Chandresh · 2026-09-03T18:47:59+0530

Bengaluru-headquartered deep-tech aviation start-up Alteon has reached a major milestone by successfully flying its autonomous aircraft just a metre above the sea. This test validates the concept of dynamic soaring, a technique that could soon allow aircraft to harvest energy from the wind and...

M S Chatterji · 2026-09-03T17:36:24+0530

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is standing at a critical crossroads. Currently operating with only about 30 fighter squadrons against a sanctioned strength of 42, the IAF faces a severe numerical crisis. At the same time, the global battlefield is rapidly shifting towards fifth-generation stealth...

IANS · 2026-09-03T17:16:16+0530

Emphasising the strategic importance of India’s growing defence capabilities, Belgian Defence and Trade Minister, Theo Francken, on Thursday said that Belgium has a direct security interest in the country's expansion of its military-industrial base. He noted that a stronger Indian defence...

IANS · 2026-09-03T17:05:32+0530

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday released the ‘Raksha’ document on defence diplomacy that provides an actionable vision for the next decade and ensures India remains an anchor of peace, stability, and rule-based order in an evolving global landscape. The document focuses on Strategic...

Abid Khan · 2026-09-03T16:41:21+0530

The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) is currently navigating a highly complex transition to modernise its aerial combat fleet. While the induction of the advanced JF-17 Block III represents a major technological leap for the country, Pakistan is facing a severe numerical challenge. With a significant...

Kunj · 2026-09-03T01:14:00+0530

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is charting a major shift in aerial warfare by seeking to transform its conventional transport aircraft and helicopter fleets into formidable offensive platforms. By integrating advanced stand-off missiles, air-launched drones, and long-range loitering munitions, the...

Trekker · 2026-09-03T01:13:00+0530

The Indian government is preparing to take a major step towards self-reliance in aerospace manufacturing. The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) is expected to soon grant final approval for the design and development phase of the Indian Multi-Role Helicopter (IMRH). This development follows...

NSR · 2026-09-03T01:12:00+0530

Two Indian Air Force (IAF) Antonov An-32 transport aircraft were recently spotted flying west of New Delhi using the unique call signs 'Rizwan' and 'Hamza'. These call signs are a direct reference to the popular undercover operatives featured in the blockbuster Bollywood spy-thriller duology...

M S Chatterji · 2026-09-03T01:11:00+0530

An innovative concept is emerging for the Indian Air Force (IAF) to significantly enhance its air-to-air combat capabilities: deploying powered, unmanned missile carrier drones from manned fighter jets. This strategy involves launching an unmanned flight platform (UFP) from a deep penetration...

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Analysis How Op Sindoor Accelerated India’s Defence Modernisation, Tactical Restructuring, and Multi-Domain Posture

Indian Army Prepares for Trials of 100% Locally Manufactured AK-203 Sher Assault Rifle This Month, Seeks to Replace Flawed INSAS

Indigenous Ahuti Mk II Electric Multirotor Hits Record 498 km/h to Work as Counter-Drone Interceptor

Thales and Kalyani Strategic Systems Team Up to Manufacture Guided and Unguided 70mm Rockets in India

GRSE Inks MoU with DNV in Germany to Boost Advanced Shipbuilding, Digitalization, and Green Technologies

IAF Successfully Drop-Tests 300-kg Khagantak-243 Glide Bomb with Up to 180-km Range

16th Edition of Aero India to Take Place in Bengaluru from February 8 to 12, 2027

GE Delivers Batch of Three F404 Engines to HAL for Tejas Mk1A; More Expected by Year-End Amid Supply Delays and Penalties

Alteon Tests Ocean-Skimming Autonomous Aircraft to Enable Year-Long Maritime Surveillance, Raises ₹24 Cr Pre-Seed Funding

Opinion 114 Rafales or Accelerated AMCA: Is India Risking Its 5th-Gen Future to Solve a Numbers Crisis?

Belgian Defence Minister Hails India as a Crucial Strategic Counterweight to Chinese Dominance in Asia

Defence Minister Unveils RAKSHA Document Outlining India’s Ten-Year Global Diplomacy Roadmap

How Pakistan Struggled to Produce Enough JF-17 Block III Fighters to Replace Ageing Legacy Fleets and Fulfil Export Orders

IAF Eyes Stand-Off Missiles, Drones, and Loitering Munitions to Turn Helicopters and Transports into Strike Platforms

CCS Set to Approve HAL’s IMRH Development Programme After SAFHAL Aravalli Engine Contract, Likely to Replace IAF's Ageing Mi-17

Two IAF An-32 Aircraft Spotted Flying with "Dhurandhar" Call Signs 'Rizwan' and 'Hamza'

Opinion Why IAF Should Explore Air-Launched Missile Carrier Drones to Extend Su-30MKI BVRAAM Strike Range

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