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In a significant advancement for India's indigenous military aviation sector, the upcoming Tejas Mk2 fighter jet is set to incorporate an advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) framework developed for the nation's premier fifth-generation stealth fighter, the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). This integration will create a new level of operational synergy, enabling the two distinct classes of aircraft to function as a unified and formidable force. ad The primary function of the AI...

Armenia is deepening its defence cooperation with India, expressing significant interest in an upgraded artillery system after the successful integration of Indian-made howitzers into its ground forces. Following the operational success of the MArG 155mm/39 caliber (MArG 39) system, Armenia is now evaluating the newer, more powerful MArG 155mm/45 caliber (MArG 45) variant to modernize its military capabilities amidst ongoing regional tensions. ad This move signals a growing strategic...

In a significant boost to its military self-reliance and air combat strength, India is preparing to mass-produce the advanced Astra Mk2 beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile (BVR-AAM). The Ministry of Defence is finalising a strategy to establish two parallel production lines—one led by a state-owned entity and another by the private sector—to accelerate the delivery of what will become the Indian Air Force's (IAF) primary air-to-air weapon. ad The Astra Mk2, developed by the Defence...

In a significant move to enhance India's air combat capabilities, Russia has formally offered its advanced Kh-69 stealth cruise missile to be integrated with the Indian Air Force's (IAF) fleet of Su-30MKI fighter jets. This offer is part of a broader effort to deepen the long-standing defence partnership between Moscow and New Delhi and aims to equip India's primary air superiority fighter with a potent long-range strike weapon. ad Recent military engagements have highlighted the critical...

French aerospace major Dassault Aviation has affirmed its readiness to collaborate with the Indian Air Force (IAF) to integrate indigenously developed weapons onto its Rafale fighter jets. However, the company has clarified that it cannot provide access to the aircraft's critical source codes, citing proprietary ownership by its technology partners. ad In a significant assurance for India's domestic defence industry, Dassault officials confirmed that there are no restrictions on the types...

A significant precondition has emerged in the ongoing defence negotiations between India and Russia, potentially shaping the future of the Indian Air Force's fleet. India has made it clear that any potential procurement of Russia's fifth-generation Su-57E fighter jet will depend on the integration of India's own indigenously developed radar and sensor systems, a move that has reportedly caused concern among Russian defence officials. ad The core of the issue lies in the aircraft's avionics...

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has officially confirmed that the structural assembly of the first Tejas Mk2 prototype is proceeding as planned. The announcement underscores a firm commitment to rolling out the advanced aircraft by 2026, a significant step forward in India's indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities. The update was provided by HAL's Chairman, Dr. DK Sunil, during the Paris Air Show. ad The Tejas Mk2 is being developed as a more capable, medium-weight successor to...

India's long-standing ambition to develop its own fighter jet engine is set for a significant advancement, as the Ministry of Defence is expected to approve new funding for the Kaveri Engine programme. This crucial financial injection will accelerate the development of an indigenous afterburner by BrahMos Aerospace and pave the way for integrating and flight-testing the engine on a Tejas Light Combat Aircraft. ad The initiative is a major component of India's 'Atmanirbhar Bharat'...

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...