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India's program to develop its own fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), is reaching a critical stage. The key decision now is selecting an international partner to co-develop the powerful engine that will propel the aircraft. DRDO, through its Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), is currently evaluating final proposals from three major aerospace companies: General Electric (GE) from the United States, Rolls-Royce from the United Kingdom...

Despite increasing competition from the United States, France, and Israel, Russia remains confident in its enduring position within India's defense market, emphasizing its commitment to technology transfer and cost-effective solutions. This was the core message conveyed by Russian Ambassador to India, Denis Alipov, in a recent interview. In an exclusive interview with News18 on February 28, 2025, Ambassador Alipov highlighted the long-standing and robust defense partnership between Russia...

India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has begun research and development on a project to create humanoid robot soldiers. This initiative aims to deploy robots capable of carrying weapons and operating under human command in high-risk combat zones, ultimately reducing the danger to human soldiers. ad The Indian Army is increasingly interested in incorporating robotics into its operations to lessen both the physical and mental strain on its troops. While the Army's...

A former high-ranking officer in the Indian Navy has raised concerns about the Defence Research and Development Organisation's (DRDO) role in a major submarine project, questioning whether it duplicates existing capabilities within the Navy itself. Vice Admiral (Retd) K.N. Sushil, a veteran submariner and former Commander-in-Chief of the Southern Naval Command, publicly questioned the necessity of DRDO leading the design of new submarines under Project-76. ad Project-76 is a significant...

India's aerospace industry is experiencing a surge of innovation, driven by emerging companies like Delhi-based DG Propulsion Private Limited (DPPL). This startup is gaining attention for its domestically developed jet engine technology and has announced ambitious plans to create an indigenous turbofan engine, a move that could significantly alter the global aviation market. Prateek Dhawan, Director of DPPL, stated that the company aims to complete this project within the next two to three...

India's need for a modernized and powerful air force has become increasingly urgent due to growing regional tensions and the need to maintain a credible deterrent against potential adversaries, such as China and Pakistan. The possibility of acquiring Lockheed Martin's F-35 Lightning II fighter jet from the United States presents a significant opportunity for India to significantly enhance its stealth capabilities. To get the most strategic benefit from this potential purchase, India should...

The recent acquisition of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles by the Philippines from India, while a significant step in their defense partnership, may not provide the operational advantage Manila seeks without substantial improvements to its supporting military infrastructure, a former U.S. official has warned. Ashley Tellis, formerly with the U.S. Department of State and currently a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, highlighted these concerns in a recent...

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is showing little interest in acquiring the Russian-made Su-57E fighter jet, citing concerns that the aircraft does not meet the stringent requirements for a true fifth-generation platform. A senior IAF official, speaking at the Aero India 2025 event, stated that the Su-57E has several shortcomings. ad The IAF's assessment is that even if it were to buy the Su-57E, significant changes would be needed. Specifically, the plane's radar and avionics systems – the...

The Indian government has formed a high-level committee to explore ways to accelerate the production of the indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A, potentially including a significant role for the private sector. This initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of Defence (MoD), aims to rapidly increase the Indian Air Force's (IAF) fighter squadron numbers and bolster India's self-reliance in defense manufacturing. ad The committee, announced in early February 2025 and chaired by...

The possibility of India acquiring the American-made F-35 Lightning II and Pakistan obtaining the Chinese-made J-35 has fueled discussions on how these technologically advanced, stealth-capable fighter jets could alter the balance of air power in South Asia. Both aircraft are considered fifth-generation fighters, incorporating features like advanced stealth, sensor fusion (the ability to combine data from multiple sensors into a single, comprehensive picture), and network-centric warfare...

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), a major Indian shipyard, is set to simultaneously construct six advanced German U-214NG submarines and three enhanced Scorpene-class submarines for the Indian Navy. This ambitious undertaking follows recent approval from the Indian Ministry of Defence, signaling a major boost to India's naval strength. ad The U-214NG submarines will be built in partnership with Germany's ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS). MDL confirmed that the construction will...

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is exploring the possibility of adapting its Pinaka multi-barrel rocket system for air-launched roles, a move that could significantly enhance the Indian Air Force's (IAF) combat capabilities in both air-to-ground (A2G) and air-to-air (A2A) scenarios. This expansion of the Pinaka program includes developing both an air-launched surface strike weapon and a potential air-to-air variant. DRDO is currently in consultation with the IAF to...

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is gradually transitioning away from its decades-long dependence on Russian fighter jets, marking a significant shift towards self-reliance in defence production. This change is being driven by the increasing capabilities of domestically produced aircraft like the Tejas and the future Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). ad The IAF's relationship with Russian (and previously, Soviet) military aviation dates back to the late 1960s, with the introduction of the...

India is exploring a partnership with Russia to domestically produce the advanced Pantsir-S1 air defence system, significantly bolstering its air defence capabilities. Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) Chairman and Managing Director, Commodore A Madhavarao (Retd.), confirmed that talks regarding local production are progressing positively. This potential collaboration builds upon decades of defence cooperation between the two countries. ad The possibility of Indian production arose from a...

The global market for fifth-generation fighter jets is heating up, but India's domestically developed Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) is noticeably absent from international partnership and export discussions, even as Turkey's Kaan fighter jet has rapidly secured potential collaborators after only a couple of test flights. This difference in approach raises questions about India's export strategy for its advanced aircraft. ad Turkey's Kaan program, led by Turkish Aerospace Industries...

China's long-standing military assistance to Pakistan has been a key element of its strategy to constrain India, creating a persistent security challenge for New Delhi on its western border. Beijing has consistently provided Islamabad with advanced military hardware, ranging from fighter jets to potentially hypersonic missiles, using their close "all-weather" relationship to offset India's regional influence. In contrast, India, despite its growing defence manufacturing capabilities and...

Retired Major General G.D. Bakshi, a well-known Indian military analyst, recently asserted that Russia's Su-57 "Felon" fighter jet, despite lacking the stealth capabilities of the American F-35 Lightning II, possesses superior overall performance compared to China's J-20 and J-36 fighters. Bakshi made these remarks at a defense symposium held in New Delhi in February 2025. His assessment highlights the Su-57's strengths, particularly in areas beyond stealth, which is a crucial factor in the...

Economic Explosives Limited (EEL), a subsidiary of the Solar Group of Industries, is exploring the development of a military transport aircraft for the Indian Air Force (IAF), according to industry sources. While the proposal is in its preliminary stages, it could signal a significant shift in India's domestic defence manufacturing landscape. ad The exact specifications of the proposed aircraft remain undisclosed. However, considering Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) is currently...

Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) has requested permission from the Ministry of Defence (MoD) to begin development of a High-Altitude Long-Endurance (HALE) Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) for the Indian military. This move, if greenlit, would mark the first instance of an Indian private sector company undertaking a project in a field traditionally controlled by the government's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), specifically its Aeronautical Development Establishment...

India's Navy is on the verge of a major upgrade in its offensive capabilities. The indigenously developed Naval Anti-Ship Missile-Medium Range (NASM-MR), is set to begin developmental trials. This missile, designed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), is slated to be India's first air-launched anti-ship missile with a range greater than 350 kilometers. A model of NASM-MR was displayed at the Aero India 2025 show in Bengaluru. ad The NASM-MR is a sea-skimming missile...