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A high-level delegation from India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has completed a detailed inspection of the Eurodrone platform at an Airbus facility near Munich. The visit marks a significant step in evaluating advanced unmanned aerial systems to meet India's military requirements. Officials were reportedly impressed by the drone's substantial payload capacity and its ability to operate in challenging weather conditions. ad The briefing comes as India’s armed...

State-owned aerospace and defence company Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is proactively using its own funds to advance the design and development of its next-generation transport helicopters, the Indian Multi-Role Helicopter (IMRH) and its naval variant, the Deck-Based Multi-Role Helicopter (DBMRH). The revelation came from HAL's Chairman and Managing Director, Dr. D.K. Sunil, during the Paris Air Show 2025, signalling the company's commitment to the crucial project while awaiting...

In a major development for India's indigenous defence manufacturing, a joint venture between Reliance Infrastructure and French aerospace leader Dassault Aviation has proposed to supply a specialised variant of the Falcon 2000 aircraft to the Indian Navy. The aircraft, set to be manufactured in India, is the Falcon 2000 MRA (Maritime Multi-Role Aircraft), a modern platform designed for advanced maritime surveillance and reconnaissance. ad This proposal represents a significant step forward...

India is on the verge of joining an elite group of nations with operational hypersonic missile capabilities, as the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) expects to conclude all trials for its Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRAShM) within the next three years. The announcement was made by DRDO Chairman Dr. Samir V. Kamat, signalling a major leap in the nation's strategic defence and deterrent posture, particularly concerning maritime threats in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR)...

The BrahMos-NG, the lighter and more advanced successor to the formidable BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, is being developed with the potential for a groundbreaking air-to-air role, aimed at neutralising critical enemy assets from the sky. According to Sudhir Mishra, the former head of BrahMos Aerospace, this next-generation weapon is being envisioned to target and destroy high-value aerial platforms such as Airborne Warning and Control Systems (AWACS), mid-air refuelling tankers, and...

In a major push for its flagship indigenous defence program, India is fostering a new collaborative model to accelerate the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and autonomous systems for its futuristic Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) is partnering with private Indian companies and leading academic institutions to embed next-generation combat technology into the fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, aligning with the strategic vision...

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is moving to enhance the protection of its formidable S-400 'Triumf' air defence systems by integrating an additional layer of locally developed shields. This strategic decision follows a reported, yet unsuccessful, attempt by Pakistan to target the advanced system and comes amid growing concerns over the potential future acquisition of hypersonic weapons by Islamabad from China. ad The IAF is reportedly planning to deploy either the truck-mounted Very Short-Range...

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...