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.
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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...
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.
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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...
