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European aerospace giant Airbus has teamed up with Indamer Technics to launch the first comprehensive radome repair facility in South Asia, located in Nagpur, Maharashtra. Through this strategic service agreement, Indamer Technics becomes an officially authorised centre to repair, exchange, and store radomes for Airbus’s commercial fleet, specifically targeting the A320, A330, A350, and A380 aircraft. This move significantly bolsters Airbus's aftermarket maintenance network in the region...

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is calling upon private industry partners to help develop a cutting-edge evaluation system known as the SHIELD project. This initiative aims to build an S-band High-Power Microwave (HPM) Integrated Evaluation System for Lethality and Damage. Executed under the Technology Development Fund (TDF) scheme, this project seeks to boost domestic defence innovation. The TDF focuses on supporting start-ups, MSMEs, and private industries with...

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is preparing to host a pair of large-scale aerial combat exercises in western Rajasthan this month, drawing close scrutiny and a heightened military alert from neighboring Pakistan. The upcoming maneuvers include the bilateral "Veer Guardian 26" with Japan, immediately followed by the massive multinational "Tarang Shakti 2026" exercise, both positioned at airbases strategically located near the international boundary. ad Historic India-Japan Deployment The joint...

The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) are rapidly advancing the Tejas Mk2, transforming it from its light-combat origins into a 17.5-tonne Medium Weight Fighter (MWF). Built to replace aging Indian Air Force fleets like the Mirage 2000, Jaguar, and MiG-29, this 4.5-generation multirole jet is now positioned to challenge established global aerospace leaders. ad Tejas Mk2 vs. Lockheed Martin F-16 Block 70 The Competitor: The F-16 Block 70 brings...

According to Alpha Defense, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has released a Request for Proposal (RFP) to locally design and manufacture an Air-to-Air Refuelling Pod (ARP). Published on September 2, 2026, the tender was launched under the DRDO’s Technology Development Fund (TDF) framework, inviting domestic industries and research organizations to submit their bids for the critical project. ad The primary goal of this initiative is to create a homegrown aerial...

India and Belgium are forging stronger defence ties, a partnership highlighted by the integration of advanced Belgian weaponry into India’s new Zorawar light tank. This strategic collaboration was a primary focus during recent delegation-level talks in New Delhi between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever. De Wever’s three-day official tour is a notable diplomatic milestone, marking the first time a Belgian prime minister has visited India in almost...

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 expanding naval power to prepare for complex, multi-domain conflicts. ad Shortly after the short-lived confrontation with Pakistan, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) fast-tracked massive military...

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 in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh, the weapon marks a major milestone in India’s "Make in India" defence manufacturing push. ad The new assault rifle is set to replace the heavily criticized Indian National...

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 startup announced the feat after the aircraft was officially recognized by the India Book of Records. The new benchmark represents a substantial leap from the previous recorded top speed of...

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 establishing a local assembly line for these critical munitions. The partnership is dedicated to producing both unguided and laser-guided variants of the 70-mm rockets. These weapons are not new to...

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 maritime organisation Det Norske Veritas (DNV). The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was formalised on September 2, 2026, during the prestigious SMM Hamburg Maritime Trade Fair held in Germany, one of...

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 planned flight objectives. Falling in the 300-kilogram weight class, the Khagantak-243 is the result of a joint effort between Nagpur-based private startup JSR Dynamics and public sector enterprise...

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 HAL and the Indian Air Force (IAF) to provide the necessary powerplants for the nation's domestically developed combat aircraft. ad This recent shipment arrives at a critical juncture for the Light...

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 combat aircraft, leaving conventional 4.5-generation fighters increasingly vulnerable. This brings up a vital strategic question: Is buying 114 more Rafale fighters the best way to solve the IAF's...

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 portion of its inventory still dependent on decades-old Mirage III/V and F-7 aircraft, the primary concern is whether the Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) and its Chinese partners can scale up...

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 IAF aims to strike enemy targets from safe distances without exposing aircrews to dense hostile air defence networks. Arming the Rotary Fleet with NLOS Weapons and Drones At the forefront of this...

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 the recent clearance of a Rs 13,500 crore allocation by the government's costing committee. Spearheaded by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), the IMRH programme aims to deliver an indigenous...

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 Dhurandhar, directed by Aditya Dhar. The unusual flight details were noticed by an open-source aviation tracker, BlackJack! (@B777200F), who observed the aircraft flying with their transponders turned...

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 fighter like the Su-30MKI. Instead of the fighter directly firing a Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM), the drone carries the missile into high-risk airspace and fires it at the target...

The Russian state technology corporation Rostec has revealed new insights into the extraordinary thermal endurance of the Su-57 fifth-generation fighter jet. According to a statement released on September 1, the aircraft’s power plant can withstand internal temperatures of nearly 2,000 degrees Celsius during extreme combat maneuvers, highlighting its structural reliability and advanced engineering. ad Defying Gravity to Evade Missiles This capability was publicly demonstrated by legendary...