In a major step forward for India's indigenous military aviation sector, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is set to deliver the first Tejas Mk-1A fighter jet from its new production facility in Nashik by the end of June 2025. This delivery marks a critical milestone in accelerating the supply of advanced combat aircraft to the Indian Air Force (IAF).
The Nashik facility is HAL's third production line for the Tejas, established to supplement the two existing lines in Bengaluru. This...
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The United States government is reportedly preparing to make a formal proposal to India for the sale of Lockheed Martin's F-35A Lightning II stealth fighter jets in June 2025. This move signals a potentially significant enhancement of India's air power and its strategic alignment with the U.S.
This development follows earlier statements from U.S. officials. In February 2025, then-U.S. President Donald Trump, during a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Washington, indicated...
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has been instructed to fast-track the development of its advanced Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) Phase-II system.
This strategic move aims to bolster India's protective shield against potential Intermediate-Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM) and Medium-Range Ballistic Missile (MRBM) attacks from Pakistan, particularly targeting major urban centres like the Delhi-NCR region.
The directive underscores India's proactive stance in upgrading...
Reports surfacing on Chinese social media platforms suggest significant discontent within Pakistan regarding the performance of its Chinese-supplied HQ-9B and HQ-16 air defence systems.
This frustration has reportedly intensified following an admission by Chinese manufacturers that these systems are not designed to intercept advanced supersonic missiles like India's BrahMos, particularly after their perceived failure during a recent military engagement.
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Russia has reportedly put forward an offer to supply India with the advanced R-37M hypersonic long-range air-to-air missile for its fleet of Su-30MKI fighter jets. This development could significantly enhance the Indian Air Force's (IAF) air defence capabilities.
The R-37M, also known by its NATO codename AA-13 Axehead, is recognized for its impressive strike range of 300 to 400 kilometres and its ability to travel at Mach 6, six times the speed of sound. This places it among the most...
Following notable successes in neutralising Pakistani aerial threats, India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is reportedly exploring innovative methods to enhance the capabilities of the Akash missile system.
The primary focus is on developing alternative propulsion fuels to increase the missile's range and operational efficiency without requiring expensive and time-consuming changes to its existing structure or design.
The Akash missile system is a critical component...
Amid reports of Pakistan potentially inducting two squadrons of China's fifth-generation J-35 fighter jets by the close of 2025, a former high-ranking Indian Air Force official has suggested a strategic procurement to address the evolving air power landscape in the region.
Air Marshal Sanjeev Kapoor (Retd.) has put forward the acquisition of Russia’s Su-57E stealth fighter as an interim measure until India’s indigenous Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) is ready for operational service...
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) is on the verge of signing a landmark contract this June 2025 to construct three additional Kalvari-class submarines for the Indian Navy.
The deal, valued at an estimated ₹38,000 crore (approximately US$4.5 billion), represents a major advancement in India's underwater defence capabilities and a significant boost to the nation's Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, promoting self-reliance in defence manufacturing.
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India is taking a significant leap in aerospace technology with its ambitious Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program. This initiative aims to develop a state-of-the-art, twin-engine, fifth-generation stealth multirole fighter jet.
Designed by the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the AMCA is set to substantially strengthen the combat capabilities of the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Indian Navy.
The development of...
The BrahMos-NG (Next Generation), a compact and advanced iteration of the Indo-Russian BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, is set to redefine India’s aerial strike capabilities.
With a reduced weight, smaller size, and an increased speed of Mach 3.5, the BrahMos-NG is designed to be nearly impossible to intercept, posing a formidable challenge to adversaries like Pakistan.
When air-launched from platforms like the HAL Tejas Mk1A, which can carry two of these missiles, the BrahMos-NG...
In a significant step towards achieving self-sufficiency in critical aerospace technologies, the Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL), a key laboratory under India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), is seeking collaboration with Indian private sector companies.
The initiative, announced via an Expression of Interest (EoI) on April 19, 2025, invites development contracts for the precision machining of advanced aero-engine turbine blades and vanes.
The...
Former Indian Air Force (IAF) Chief, Air Chief Marshal (Retd) RKS Bhadauria, has strongly advised against India importing fifth-generation fighter aircraft as a stopgap measure, even as reports suggest Pakistan may acquire advanced stealth fighters from China.
Instead, he emphasized the critical need for a focused national effort to accelerate the development and induction of India's own Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), a fifth-generation fighter program.
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In a significant advancement for India's aerial warfare capabilities, future pilots of the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) will be equipped to command swarms of stealthy "loyal wingman" drones, known as the Combat Air Teaming System (CATS) Warrior.
This development is poised to enable the Indian Air Force (IAF) to conduct perilous missions aimed at suppressing or destroying enemy air defences without directly endangering pilots or expensive manned fighter jets.
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Following a significant breakthrough in indigenous scramjet engine technology by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), India is set to accelerate the development of its next-generation hypersonic cruise missile, the BrahMos-II.
The advanced missile is reportedly being designed to achieve speeds up to Mach 8 and possess a strike range of 1,500 kilometres.
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India and Russia are expected to restart high-level discussions concerning the joint development of the BrahMos-II...
India and Russia are once again in talks regarding India's potential purchase of the sophisticated "Container-S" over-the-horizon (OTH) radar, also known as the 29B6 "Container." Sources familiar with the matter indicate these discussions are proceeding on a government-to-government basis.
This renewed engagement comes as both countries are also reportedly considering a similar direct governmental agreement for Russia's Voronezh OTH radar.
These moves suggest India is actively working to...
India has achieved a significant advancement in its indigenous defence technology capabilities as the upgraded Uttam Gallium Nitride (GaN)-based Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar, designed for the Tejas Mk2 fighter jet, has officially commenced production.
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), through its Bengaluru-based Electronics and Radar Development Establishment (LRDE), has announced that the radar systems are slated for delivery before the initial...
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is currently facing a significant need for more Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft, vital "eyes in the sky" for modern air operations.
American aerospace giant Boeing has proposed its E-7A Wedgetail as a proven, ready-to-use solution. However, sources indicate the IAF remains committed to its own domestically developed Netra Mk1A and MkII AWACS programmes, even though these are expected to take approximately four to five years to become fully...
Amidst growing reports of Pakistan's potential plans to acquire the Chinese J-35A stealth fighter jet, India is reportedly shifting its strategy for addressing advanced aerial threats.
Rather than focusing on acquiring expensive foreign stealth aircraft, India is choosing a more practical and budget-friendly option: strengthening its own capabilities to detect stealth aircraft. This strategic move prioritises early warning and effective interception methods.
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India's advanced indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA), the Tejas Mk2, has been newly depicted with an impressive suite of modern armaments, signalling a major step forward in the nation's self-sufficiency in defence technology. This updated configuration equips the aircraft for a wide range of operations, including precise attacks and air dominance.
The newly integrated weaponry features the Tara Precision Guided Munition (PGM), Rudram-II anti-radiation missile, Astra Mk1...
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) is reportedly contending with significant weaknesses in its air defence capabilities following a series of precision strikes by the Indian Air Force (IAF). The operation, codenamed 'Operation Sindoor', was conducted between May 7 and May 10, 2025.
Information circulating on social media platform X and various media outlets suggests that these actions have resulted in a 20-30% degradation of Pakistan’s early warning systems, creating substantial gaps in its...
