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In a move that could signal a major renewal of long-standing aerospace ties, Russia is reportedly preparing to invite India to join its next-generation Il-100 Slon (‘Elephant’) super-heavy military transport aircraft program. This potential offer comes at a critical time for the Indian Air Force (IAF), which is facing significant operational challenges with its fleet of aging Soviet-era Il-76 transport aircraft. The invitation, if formally extended, would present New Delhi with a strategic...

State-owned aerospace and defence company Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has shown its intention to develop a light-attack variant of the HJT-36 Sitara intermediate jet trainer. In a statement made in August 2025, HAL Chairman and Managing Director D.K. Sunil confirmed that the company is exploring the transformation of the trainer aircraft into a versatile and cost-effective combat platform. This strategic move aims to fulfill the operational needs of the Indian Air Force (IAF) and...

India's strategic strike capabilities are set for a major enhancement as the Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE) has formulated a plan to systematically increase the range of the new Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LR-LACM). According to official sources, the plan involves incrementally upgrading the missile to double its reach from the current 1,000 km to an eventual 2,000 km, marking a significant leap in the nation's indigenous defence technology. ad The Defence Research...

A significant disagreement is brewing over the manufacturing of India's futuristic fifth-generation stealth fighter, the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), as a dispute has erupted between the state-owned aerospace behemoth Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and private sector defence firms over the partner selection process. This controversy places the government at a critical crossroads between relying on established experience and fostering a competitive domestic defence industry...

The Defence Ministry has received and started discussions on the proposal from the Indian Air Force for acquiring 114 'Made in India' Rafale fighter jets, which would be built by the French firm Dassault Aviation involving Indian aerospace firms. The proposal, expected to be worth over Rs 2 lakh crore, including the indigenous content of more than 60 per cent, is expected to be taken up for discussion by the Defence Procurement Board headed by the Defence Secretary in the next few weeks...

In a major step to modernize its armoured corps, the Indian Army plans to launch a landmark initiative to pair every Main Battle Tank (MBT) with a dedicated drone for Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR). The program, set to begin in 2028, will see over 3,000 tanks, including the T-90 Bhishma and the indigenous Arjun fleets, integrated with these unmanned aerial systems, fundamentally changing how India conducts ground warfare. ad This ambitious plan marks a significant...

In a significant push for India's self-reliance in aerospace technology, leading private defence firms Godrej Defence and Larsen & Toubro (L&T) have proposed to the Ministry of Defence that the government fund the development of a more powerful variant of the indigenous Kaveri engine. According to sources familiar with the matter, the proposal outlines a plan to create an upgraded Kaveri Derivative Engine (KDE) equipped with a new afterburner, capable of producing 90 kilonewtons (kN) of...

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is actively modernising its combat doctrine by creating a powerful combination of advanced air defence and next-generation offensive capabilities. A potential deal for Russia's Su-57E fifth-generation stealth fighter, when paired with the already inducted S-400 Triumf air defence system, could fundamentally shift the military balance in South Asia towards India. This strategic pairing is poised to create a significant technological and tactical advantage that...

India's long-standing ambition to develop its own fighter jet engine has taken a significant step forward. The Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), a key laboratory under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has for the first time publicly displayed a new variant of its Kaveri engine fitted with an afterburner. This development is a critical milestone for India's self-reliance in defence manufacturing and could eventually power key aircraft like the HAL Tejas...

In a clear signal of strengthening military ties, the Egyptian Air Force has formally expressed its interest in learning advanced aerial warfare tactics from the Indian Air Force (IAF). The focus of this collaboration is on long-range penetration strikes, a highly specialised form of offensive air operation. This development comes as a contingent of five IAF Sukhoi Su-30 MKI fighter jets landed in Egypt to take part in the multinational military drill, Exercise Bright Star 25. ad A...

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...

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...