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The Indian Army is initiating a major modernisation effort to significantly enhance its combat capabilities by acquiring approximately 1,800 next-generation battle tanks. Under a high-priority initiative known as the Future Ready Combat Vehicle (FRCV) program, these advanced armoured platforms are set to replace the Indian Army's aging fleet of Soviet-origin T-72 tanks, which have been in service for over four decades. The new tanks will be defined by their deep integration of cutting-edge...

India has the foundational capability and is poised to indigenously develop sixth-generation fighter jets in the near future, according to a high-level official from the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). In a recent media interaction, K. Rajalakshmi Menon, Director General of Aeronautical Systems at DRDO, affirmed the nation's readiness to pursue this ambitious goal. This declaration signals India's growing confidence in its aerospace design and manufacturing ecosystem...

Russia is preparing to make a renewed effort to finalize the long-pending deal for the Ka-226T utility helicopters, with discussions expected to be a key agenda item during President Vladimir Putin's visit to New Delhi this December. To overcome previous roadblocks, Moscow is now offering the helicopter with its new, indigenously developed VK-650V engine and a comprehensive plan for technology transfer, aiming to restart the stalled joint production programme. This initiative seeks to...

In a significant move to sharpen its electronic warfare (EW) capabilities, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is advancing a plan to acquire 56 Internal Radar Warner Jammer (RWJ) pods for its fleet of Jaguar DARIN-III strike aircraft. This procurement, estimated to cost several hundred crores, is aimed at equipping the veteran fighters to counter the growing threat posed by advanced stealth aircraft and sophisticated radar systems being operated by China and Pakistan. ad The SEPECAT Jaguar, a...

India is accelerating its naval expansion with plans to develop a blue-water navy comprising over 200 warships and submarines by 2035, aiming to safeguard its extensive maritime interests and counter increasing maritime threats, notably from the growing alliance between China and Pakistan. The initiative reflects India's commitment to strengthening its naval capabilities amid evolving regional security dynamics and strategic challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. As of September 2025, the...

In a major step towards modernising its strategic arsenal, India’s armed forces have projected a requirement for approximately 500 hypersonic missiles, with plans for induction to begin after 2030. This initiative, jointly pursued by the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force, is designed to provide a decisive deep-strike capability against high-value targets protected by sophisticated enemy air defence systems, addressing the evolving security challenges posed by China and Pakistan. ad The...

The Indian Navy has reportedly raised significant concerns over a submarine proposal from German defence giant ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) for the critical Project-75I programme. While TKMS is a world-renowned submarine manufacturer, its offer for India involves an entirely new and unproven design, creating apprehension about potential developmental delays and unforeseen challenges for the strategically vital project. ad TKMS has a strong global reputation built on successful and...

The Indian Navy is preparing to launch a major acquisition initiative, designated Project 17B, for the construction of seven advanced stealth frigates. Valued at an estimated Rs 70,000 crore (approximately $8 billion), this project represents a significant investment in modernising India's naval fleet. According to officials from Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) is anticipated by the end of 2025, setting the stage for the next generation of...

Russia has formally proposed its advanced M-90FR marine gas turbine engine for the Indian Navy's Russian-designed warships, a move aimed at resolving significant logistical challenges caused by the conflict in Ukraine. The offer includes a full transfer of technology for local manufacturing, aligning with India’s strategic push for self-reliance in defence production and reinforcing the deep-rooted defence partnership between the two nations. This development could provide a stable and...

In a significant advancement for India's indigenous military aviation capabilities, India and Russia have finalised a formal agreement to jointly develop a new generation of aero-engines. Announced in August 2025, this major collaboration will create a twin-engine powerplant designed specifically for India's future uncrewed combat aircraft, which are being developed for operations from both land bases and naval aircraft carriers. The new pact leverages the successful partnership behind the...

India on Friday unveiled an ambitious 15-year defense roadmap that sets out the country’s most sweeping military modernization plan to date, with major investments planned in nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, hypersonic missiles, stealth combat drones, and advanced cyber and space-based systems. The roadmap, released by the Defense Ministry, is the first long-term strategy of its kind to explicitly call for nuclear propulsion for surface warships, including the construction of India’s...

India's domestically developed Light Combat Aircraft (LCA), the Tejas Mk-1A, is scheduled to undergo a crucial phase of full weapons integration trials this month. Following the positive results from earlier limited tests, this next stage will involve firing a range of advanced missiles, including the indigenous Astra and the British ASRAAM, which are critical for validating the aircraft's combat systems. ad The Tejas Mk-1A is a significantly upgraded version of the original Tejas fighter...

In the tense strategic landscape of South Asia, control of the skies is widely considered the key to victory in any future conflict between India and Pakistan. According to defence analysts, India is rapidly developing a multi-layered air defence shield that could fundamentally shift the balance of power. This shield, comprised of the operational S-400, the anticipated S-500, and the upcoming indigenous Kusha missile system, could severely restrict the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), potentially...

In a strategic move to bolster the Indian Air Force's (IAF) combat fleet, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is preparing to procure 113 additional F404-GE-IN20 engines from American firm General Electric. This new order will supplement 99 units contracted in 2021 and an earlier 75 acquired since the program's inception. The procurement solidifies the F404's position as the core powerplant for India's indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas fleet, ensuring its operational readiness...

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is preparing a final, crucial mission for its legendary MiG-21 fighter jets, which are nearing the end of their operational life. After serving the nation for over sixty years, a selection of these retiring aircraft will be converted into high-speed aerial targets. This strategic initiative will support the testing of next-generation surface-to-air missile (SAM) systems being developed by India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). As the IAF...

Russia is reportedly conducting cost and investment feasibility studies for manufacturing its Su-57 fifth-generation stealth fighter in India. The initiative, reported on by ANI who cited defense sources close to them, and corroborated by news outlets such as TOI and the Economic Times, signals a potential deepening of Russia–India defense cooperation under the “Make in India” framework. New Delhi is understood to be eyeing procurement of two to three Su-57 squadrons, positioning the...

The Indian Navy is currently weighing a critical strategic decision that could shape its underwater combat capabilities for the next decade. Russia has formally offered to lease a second Akula-class nuclear-powered attack submarine (SSN) to India in a deal estimated to be worth $3 billion for a ten-year period. This proposal forces the Navy to choose between a short-term enhancement of its fleet and a long-term investment in its growing domestic submarine manufacturing program. The offer...

Recently released graphics of India's indigenous fifth-generation fighter, the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), have provided a clearer view of its sophisticated sensor suite, confirming its role as a highly capable multi-role stealth aircraft. The new details highlight the integration of an advanced Electro-Optical Targeting System (EOTS) for ground attacks, which will work alongside a powerful Infrared Search and Track (IRST) system for air-to-air combat, significantly enhancing...

Russia has put forward its Kronshtadt Orion-E unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) as a candidate to fulfil the Indian Armed Forces' urgent need for a new fleet of advanced drones. According to official sources, the proposal is aimed at meeting a critical tri-service requirement for 76 Medium-Altitude Long-Endurance (MALE) drones to significantly enhance India's intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR), and precision attack capabilities. ad A key component of the Russian proposal is a...

In a major boost to India's indigenous military aviation sector, the government is set to acquire 97 additional LCA Tejas Mk1A fighter jets from state-owned Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). Defence Minister Rajnath Singh confirmed the new procurement on August 21, 2025, with the deal estimated to be worth approximately ₹66,000 crore. This latest order significantly expands upon a previous contract signed in February 2021, in which the Indian Air Force (IAF) procured 83 Tejas Mk1A...