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In a monumental push for its strategic autonomy and air power, the Indian government is set to greenlight a massive ₹67,000 crore (approximately $7.8 billion) acquisition of 97 additional Tejas Mk1A fighter jets. This decision, awaiting final approval from the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), marks a significant milestone for India's indigenous defence industry and will firmly establish the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas as the future workhorse of the Indian Air Force (IAF). ad This...

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is advancing its plans to acquire the Spice-250 Extended Range (ER) precision-guided bombs, a move designed to significantly bolster its deep-strike capabilities. This strategic acquisition will provide IAF fighter jets with a stand-off weapon capable of hitting targets over 300 kilometres away, ensuring pilots can launch attacks from well within Indian airspace and safely beyond the reach of Pakistan's most advanced long-range air-to-air missiles. ad The primary...

India's Ministry of Defence is evaluating a renewed proposal from Russia to supply its Su-57E fifth-generation stealth fighter, as the Indian Air Force (IAF) seeks to address a critical shortfall in its combat fleet. The offer is reportedly being considered as a potential stop-gap measure to modernise India's aerial capabilities while its indigenous advanced combat aircraft program continues development. ad Russia's comprehensive offer includes options for both a direct off-the-shelf...

The ambitious development of an indigenous jet engine for India's fighter aircraft continues to face significant hurdles, with new data revealing a persistent reliance on critical imported raw materials. While domestic industry has shown remarkable progress, the goal of complete self-reliance in this strategic defence sector, a key objective of the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, remains a challenge. ad The Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), which is spearheading the Kaveri Engine...

Following the confirmed successful use of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile by India in strikes against Pakistani airbases, international interest in the weapon system has increased significantly. This has prompted Russia to actively promote its own P-800 Oniks-based coastal defence system, the Bastion-P, to a global market eager for proven supersonic missile technology. ad Recent military engagements saw the Indian Air Force (IAF) utilise a small number of its BrahMos missiles to...

The Indian Army is set to initiate a significant overhaul of its air defence artillery by planning the acquisition of over 1,000 advanced, new-generation air defence guns. This major procurement drive aims to replace the military's ageing yet recently successful L-70 and Zu-23mm gun systems, marking a substantial step in modernizing India's capability to counter emerging aerial threats. ad The move follows the notable success of digitally upgraded L-70 anti-aircraft guns in neutralizing...

In a significant development for India's indigenous defence sector, the first Tejas Mk-1A fighter jet manufactured at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited's (HAL) new Nashik production line is scheduled for its inaugural flight by mid-July 2025. Following this crucial test, the initial delivery of the advanced aircraft to the Indian Air Force (IAF) is anticipated by August 2025, marking a key milestone after a 16-month delay. ad The Tejas Mk-1A is a more lethal and technologically advanced version...

India's flagship stealth drone program, the Ghatak Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (UCAV), is set to evolve beyond its primary role as a deep-penetration bomber. New details confirm that the advanced platform will also be developed into an air superiority fighter, capable of engaging hostile aircraft and defending the nation's airspace. This dual-role capability marks a significant leap in India's autonomous warfare strategy, positioning the Ghatak as a versatile asset for both offensive...

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is showing significant interest in a new high-altitude surveillance aircraft being developed by Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL). The platform, based on a German corporate jet, is being re-engineered into a manned High-Altitude Long-Endurance (HALE) aircraft designed for critical intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions along India's borders. This development marks a major step in India's indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities...

India's strategic military power is set for a substantial upgrade following the first successful test of an 800-kilometre range version of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile. According to official sources, the test, conducted in the Bay of Bengal earlier in 2025, confirmed the missile's enhanced capabilities, paving the way for its induction into the armed forces within the next two to three years. ad The new long-range missile, designated BrahMos-LR, marks a major milestone for the...

In a major boost to India's indigenous defence capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has partnered with Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) and Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Defence to develop the advanced Pinaka Mk3 multi-barrel rocket launcher (MBRL). This collaboration, estimated to be worth over ₹25,000 crore, is a key project under the nation's Aatmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India) policy. According to industry reports, the system is expected to begin user trials...

As India confronts a dynamic and technologically advancing regional security landscape, strategic planners are looking beyond current modernisation projects towards the development of a sixth-generation fighter aircraft. This new programme is being envisioned as a long-term replacement for the Indian Air Force's (IAF) formidable Sukhoi Su-30MKI fleet, which is expected to face operational challenges against future threats by the late 2030s. ad The Su-30MKI, with a fleet size of over 270...

The Ministry of Defence is re-evaluating the role of private companies in India's prestigious Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme. The move is a direct response to concerns from a major private industry partner that the currently assigned work is too limited to justify the significant financial investment required. ad The AMCA is India's ambitious initiative to design and manufacture a 5th-generation stealth fighter jet, placing the nation in an elite group of countries with...

India's pursuit of advanced military aviation technology is set to take a major leap forward as the Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) prepares to finalise a partnership with a global manufacturer for the joint development of a powerful new jet engine. The agreement, expected by the end of 2025, will pave the way for a 120-kilonewton (kN) thrust engine designed to power the nation's futuristic Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). ad The GTRE, a key laboratory under the Defence...

India's indigenous military aviation sector is poised for a significant advancement, with the first prototype of the Tejas Mk2 fighter jet scheduled for its official rollout by the end of 2025. State-owned manufacturer Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is on a firm timeline to commence full-scale production of the advanced aircraft by early 2029, aiming to deliver an initial order of 120 jets to the Indian Air Force (IAF) by 2034. This ambitious schedule highlights the nation's push...

India's indigenous long-range air defence system, 'Project Kusha', is being developed to match the capabilities of Russia's next-generation S-500 "Prometey" system, DRDO chief has confirmed. This ambitious project aims to provide the Indian Armed Forces with a powerful shield against advanced aerial threats, including stealth fighters, hypersonic missiles, and low-orbit satellites, with deployment scheduled to begin by 2028. In a significant clarification, Dr. Samir V. Kamat, Chairman of...

India has launched a major initiative to replenish its military arsenal with a new generation of advanced weaponry, following a recent successful military engagement against Pakistan. The Indian Ministry of Defence has given the green light for the large-scale procurement of long-range loitering munitions, advanced artillery shells, and sophisticated beyond-visual-range (BVR) air-to-air missiles, according to official reports. ad This strategic procurement drive is a direct result of the...

The Indian Air Force's (IAF) fleet of sophisticated AH-64E Apache helicopters is facing scrutiny over its performance in India's demanding environmental conditions. A series of emergency landings throughout 2025, including two within a single week this month, has raised concerns about the fleet's reliability, with many incidents reportedly linked to heat-related technical issues. ad The operational challenges were starkly highlighted by two recent events. On June 13, 2025, an Apache crew...

India is deliberately choosing to advance its own domestic fighter jet program instead of purchasing high-profile foreign aircraft like the American F-35 or the Russian Su-57, according to an academic analysis. This strategic direction is driven by the nation's foundational policy of achieving self-reliance in the defence sector. Mumin Chen, a professor at Taiwan's National Chung Hsing University, told international media that India’s primary focus is on the successful development of its...

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), the cornerstone of India's indigenous military aviation industry, is facing a severe workforce shortage that poses a direct threat to its production schedules for critical national defence projects. According to an assessment by a former senior official, the state-owned enterprise's employee numbers have been cut in half over the years, even as its project pipeline has expanded with complex and high-priority platforms. This growing gap between manpower...