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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. ad Central to this new approach...

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...

GE Aerospace has provided a significant assurance to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) regarding India's indigenous Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A programme. The American aviation giant has committed to doubling the production of its F404-IN20 engines from the current rate of 12 units per year to 24 units annually, starting in 2027. This development follows a challenging 14-month period of delays in engine deliveries which had previously affected HAL's manufacturing schedule for...

State-owned aerospace and defence company Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has announced plans to commence a significant upgrade and overhaul programme for the Indian Air Force's (IAF) fleet of Tejas Mk1 fighter jets, beginning in 2026. This initiative aims to bolster the operational capabilities of the earlier Initial Operational Clearance (IOC) and Final Operational Clearance (FOC) versions of the Tejas Mk1. The upgrades will be implemented in stages, bringing these aircraft closer to...

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to significantly upgrade its combat effectiveness by equipping several key fighter jets with the new BrahMos Next Generation (NG) missile. This advanced, lighter version of the acclaimed BrahMos supersonic cruise missile will be integrated with aircraft including the MiG-29, Mirage 2000, and the domestically developed Tejas Light Combat Aircraft. This move is anticipated to make the BrahMos NG a principal weapon in the IAF's arsenal, greatly enhancing...

The Royal Moroccan Army is set to significantly boost its armoured capabilities by equipping its locally produced Wheeled Armoured Platform (WhAP) 8x8 vehicles with powerful 105mm and 120mm combat turrets. This development, which has now been confirmed, marks a substantial upgrade for the WhAP vehicles, originally developed by India's Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL). The move is a key part of Morocco's ongoing military modernisation programme. Industry sources indicate that Israeli...

GE Aerospace has reaffirmed its dedication to India’s Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A program, committing to a revised schedule that will see 12 F404-IN20 engines supplied to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) by the close of 2025. This development is a significant encouragement for the indigenous fighter jet initiative. The first of the 99 engines under contract was delivered on March 25, 2025. Despite a mutually agreed short pause in the delivery timeline, GE plans to ship two...

India's Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) is expected to soon approve a significant procurement of six Netra Mk1A Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft, a move aimed at substantially boosting the Indian Air Force's (IAF) surveillance and command capabilities. The decision, announced on May 27, 2025, involves acquiring airframes from Brazilian aerospace firm Embraer, which will then be modified by the Defence Research and Development Organisation’s (DRDO) Centre for Airborne...

The nature of conflict along India's borders with Pakistan has significantly changed due to the growing use of drones. Frequent drone intrusions from Pakistan, especially over the Line of Control (LoC) and the international border in Punjab and Jammu, highlight a critical requirement for India. Experts suggest that India must develop or obtain a specialised defence system, known as a Counter-Rocket, Artillery, and Mortar (C-RAM) system, to counter these airborne threats. Such technology...

India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is spearheading the development of a new Gun-Launched Anti-Tank Guided Missile (GLATGM) specifically for the 105mm main gun of the indigenous Zorawar light tank. This initiative is set to significantly boost the combat capabilities and operational flexibility of the Zorawar, a platform jointly developed by DRDO and private industry major Larsen & Toubro (L&T) to meet the challenges of high-altitude warfare. ad The Zorawar light...

Reports indicate that a risky attempt by the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) to shield its valuable surveillance aircraft by using civilian airliners as cover has failed significantly in the face of sophisticated Indian intelligence and the precision of its S-400 air defence system. A recent report by Asian News International (ANI) states that the Indian Air Force (IAF) conducted a highly coordinated military action, codenamed 'Operation Sindoor,' inflicting substantial damage on the Pakistan Air...

A recent news report has brought to light an alleged precision strike by the Indian Air Force (IAF) targeting Pakistan's Bholari air base. The operation, reportedly carried out using cruise missiles, is said to have targeted a hangar containing significant Pakistan Air Force (PAF) assets, including a Saab 2000 Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft and approximately three to four fighter jets of Western origin. The strike is claimed to have resulted in substantial destruction...

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh convened a significant review meeting on May 26, 2025, with the heads of eight key Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs). The minister directed these state-owned defence firms to boost their production capabilities and intensify focus on developing sophisticated technologies to fortify India's defence preparedness. DPSUs are government-owned corporations in India established to fulfil the defence requirements of the country. ad The discussions, occurring...

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is enhancing the combat capabilities of its primary fighter jets, the MiG-29UPG and Su-30MKI, by equipping them with the latest Russian-made RVV-SD beyond-visual-range (BVR) air-to-air missiles. This development marks a significant upgrade to their aerial engagement power, replacing the older R-77 (also known as RVV-AE) missiles, which are now considered less advanced. The RVV-SD, referred to by its Russian product code "Product 170-1," is manufactured by the...

The Indian Air Force's (IAF) Su-30MKI fighter jets are set for a significant capability enhancement with the integration of the advanced Virupaksha radar. This indigenous Gallium Nitride (GaN) based Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar is specifically engineered to detect and track stealth aircraft from considerable distances. This upgrade will position the Su-30MKI as India's first 4.5-generation fighter optimised for countering low-observable aircraft, bolstering its...

State-owned aerospace major Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is set to significantly boost its manufacturing capabilities, aiming to produce 24 Tejas Mk1A fighter jets annually from 2027. This increased output capacity is linked to the anticipated clearance of an additional order for 97 more units of the advanced light combat aircraft by the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Ministry of Defence (MoD). This prospective order would supplement an existing 2021 contract for 83 Tejas Mk1A jets...

In a strategic effort to upgrade its battlefield capabilities, the Indian Army has commenced the procurement process for advanced battlefield reconnaissance drones. This move underscores the Army's ongoing commitment to integrating cutting-edge technologies to improve real-time understanding of operational areas and enhance the precision of its combat operations. ad The primary goal of this procurement is to provide frontline military units with tactical unmanned aerial systems (UAS). These...

Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a key Indian public sector undertaking in the defence sector, has reaffirmed its dedication to speeding up the development and operational readiness of critical defence projects. Prominently featured in these efforts is Project Kusha, a strategic programme led by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) aimed at significantly enhancing India’s air defence capabilities. This project is widely regarded as India's initiative to develop an...

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to significantly bolster its combat capabilities as the domestically developed Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A approaches final trials for combat certification with the advanced French AASM HAMMER missile system. The Tejas Mk1A has already been observed flying with this precision-guided munition. ad The AASM HAMMER (Highly Agile Modular Munition Extended Range), produced by Safran Electronics & Defence, is a sophisticated weapon capable of striking...