The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is heavily modifying its Supersonic Target Resembling Missile (STAR) program.
Originally intended simply as a fast-moving target drone, the system is being re-engineered into an economical tactical supersonic missile designed for...
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India is taking a major step toward self-reliance in military aviation by accelerating the indigenisation of the AL-31FP turbofan engines, which power the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) frontline Su-30MKI fighter jets.
Moving away from traditional licensed assembly, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited...
The Ministry of Defence recently took a major leap forward in India's combat aviation journey by issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA).
According to the new guidelines, the programme mandates a rigorous flight-testing phase where five prototypes...
While global powers develop next-generation aerial weapons, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is quietly assembling one of the most capable beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile (BVRAAM) stockpiles in Asia.
A strategic combination of imported Russian technology and advanced domestic projects is set...
Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Krishna Swaminathan reaffirmed his commitment on Sunday to ensure that the Indian Navy maintains the highest level of operational readiness and combat effectiveness for protecting the nation's security and economic interests.
He also emphasised the importance...
Analysis How TEDBF Jet’s Carrier Landing and Structural Reinforcement Remain the Ultimate Development Challenge for Indian Engineers
The Twin Engine Deck Based Fighter (TEDBF) stands out as perhaps the most complex engineering endeavour among India's indigenous combat aircraft projects, which also include the Tejas Mk2 and the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA).
While most public discussions highlight its twin General...
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh said on Saturday that he understood a BrahMos missile deal with Vietnam had already been signed, though it was probably yet to be publicly announced, while a similar pact involving Indonesia was in the final stages.
“My understanding is that with both...
The Indian government has established rigorous guidelines for the special purpose company tasked with building the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA).
The newly issued Request for Proposal (RFP) ensures that the enterprise developing and manufacturing India’s highly anticipated...
Highlighting India's expanding expertise in missile manufacturing and increasing outreach, Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Saturday announced that a BrahMos missile deal has already been signed with Vietnam with another similar agreement with Indonesia currently in the final stages.
"My...
The maiden edition of the multilateral military exercise PRAGATI 2026 concluded successfully on Saturday at the Umroi Military Station in Meghalaya with a comprehensive 72-hour validation exercise aimed at enhancing interoperability, mutual trust, and collective preparedness among participating...
Outgoing Indian Navy chief, Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and briefed him on the operational preparedness of the force and the prevailing security environment in the Indian Ocean Region, officials said on Saturday.
The meeting took place on Friday, just days...
Indian Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Saturday emphasised the increasing significance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in contemporary warfare, stating that emerging technologies are becoming indispensable for faster decision-making and effective management of the growing complexity of...
Indian Army chief, General Upendra Dwivedi on Saturday said that 'Operation Sindoor' remains ongoing and that all three services of the Indian Armed Forces are maintaining a high level of preparedness for any future contingency, including what he described as 'Operation Sindoor 2.0', if the...
Outgoing Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Anil Chauhan, on Saturday described his tenure as "very satisfying and excellent” as he formally bid farewell to military service after more than four decades.
The ceremonial events marked the culmination of General Chauhan’s distinguished military career...
Indian Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Saturday said that every soldier in the Indian armed forces should possess the capability to operate drones, stressing that extensive training and practical exposure to drone systems, simulators and counter-drone technologies are being provided to...
Chief of the Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi, on Saturday said that self-reliance and innovation have become key pillars of India’s military preparedness, asserting that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s mantra of JAI -- Jointness, Atmanirbharta and Innovation -- will continue to shape the...
Analysis How India's Agni-VI ICBM to Utilise Advanced MaRV and Penetration Tech to Bypass Layered Ballistic Missile Defence Systems
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is preparing for a monumental leap in India's strategic deterrent capabilities.
Although formal government approval for the launch of the Agni-VI Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) program is still pending, the foundational design...
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