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In a significant advancement for India's indigenous defence capabilities, the Solar Group has officially presented the complete, vehicle-mounted version of its Bhargavastra counter-drone system. Mounted for the first time on a versatile 4x4 light truck, the system is designed to provide the Indian armed forces with a highly mobile and rapid solution to neutralize hostile drone activities across difficult landscapes. ad The Bhargavastra system successfully underwent rigorous testing at the...

The Indian government is reportedly evaluating the acquisition of one to two additional squadrons of the Russian-made S-400 'Triumf' air defence system. This potential expansion comes as India continues to strengthen its air defence capabilities along its borders with China and Pakistan, while simultaneously pushing forward with its ambitious indigenous missile program, 'Project Kusha'. ad This strategic consideration builds upon a foundational 2018 agreement with Russia, valued at $5.43...

A leading Indian defence technology company is urging the armed forces to adopt advanced "hard-kill" anti-drone systems, which physically destroy aerial threats, to counter a new generation of autonomous and jam-resistant drones. Ashok Atluri, the head of Hyderabad-based Zen Technologies, stressed the necessity of these systems following recent border escalations that have tested India's air defence capabilities. ad The call to action comes in the aftermath of recent India-Pakistan conflict...

India's ambition to develop a fifth-generation stealth fighter jet has reached a major milestone, with eleven of the nation's leading private and public sector companies expressing interest in building the aircraft. The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), which leads the project, has received responses from corporate giants including the Tata Group, Infosys, and Larsen & Toubro for the design and engineering of the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). ad This overwhelming industry...

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is confronting a significant shortfall in its fighter jet capacity, operating with only 30 squadrons against a government-sanctioned strength of 42.5. This gap comes at a critical time, as regional adversaries China and Pakistan are enhancing their air power with advanced fifth-generation stealth aircraft, altering the strategic landscape in South Asia. To effectively address this growing challenge and boost its domestic defence capabilities under the...

Recent reports from defence circles indicate that the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) may have granted Chinese engineers access to modify its fleet of European-made Saab 2000 Erieye surveillance aircraft. The primary objective of this collaboration is reportedly to make the advanced Swedish system compatible with Pakistan's Chinese-manufactured JF-17 and J-10CE fighter jets, a move that has sparked serious concerns about the potential for technology theft and the security of sensitive Western...

India's domestically developed light tank, the Zorawar, is scheduled to commence its first phase of rigorous user trials with the Indian Army in July 2025. This critical evaluation stage will be instrumental in finalizing the timeline for the tank's planned induction into service by 2027, marking a significant step in bolstering India's military capabilities in high-altitude border regions. ad The development of the 25-tonne tank is a direct response to the strategic requirements for an...

In a major leap for India's military capabilities, the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile is being upgraded to achieve near-hypersonic speeds. BrahMos Aerospace, the joint venture between India and Russia, is developing an enhanced ramjet engine designed to propel the missile beyond Mach 4.5, significantly increasing its speed and lethality. Sources confirm that ground trials for this powerful new engine have already commenced. ad The BrahMos is already a critical asset in India's armed...

In a major move to enhance its military firepower and advance its self-reliance goals, India will equip its entire fleet of Rafale fighter jets with three domestically developed weapon systems. The Indian Air Force's (IAF) 36 Rafales and the Indian Navy’s newly ordered 26 Rafale Marine aircraft will be integrated with the Rudram-I anti-radiation missile, the Astra Mk1 beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile, and the Smart Anti-Airfield Weapon (SAAW). ad This decision marks a significant...

In a significant proposal aimed at bolstering India's military aviation capabilities, Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Defence has put forward a "National Consortium" model to manufacture the country's futuristic Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). Arun Ramchandani, the Executive Vice President of L&T Defence, suggested that a collaborative approach between public and private sector firms is the most efficient path to developing India’s first indigenous fifth-generation stealth fighter jet and...

India's pursuit of self-reliance in critical jet engine technology is set to take a major leap forward. The Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), a premier laboratory of the DRDO, has formally requested an Ilyushin IL-76 transport aircraft from the Indian Air Force (IAF) to serve as a dedicated flying test bed. This move is aimed at accelerating the development of the indigenous Kaveri engine and the future power plant for the nation's ambitious Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA)...

Canadian aerospace manufacturer Bombardier is set to offer its new Global 8000 business jet for the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) critical surveillance aircraft requirement. The proposal comes as India’s Ministry of Defence is expected to give final approval this month for the acquisition of three advanced jets under the Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition, and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) program, aimed at bolstering the nation's defence against aerial threats from Pakistan and China. ad...

Taiwan has officially expressed interest in acquiring India's domestically developed D4 anti-drone system, a move that signals strengthening defence cooperation between the two democracies. According to sources, the request is driven by the system's demonstrated success and its advanced capabilities in countering aerial threats, which Taipei sees as crucial for bolstering its security against increasing pressure from China. ad The D4 system, which stands for Drone Detect, Deter, and...

In a significant strategic pivot following the loss of the U.S. Air Force’s Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) contract, Lockheed Martin has announced a plan to substantially upgrade its F-35 Lightning II fighter. The proposal aims to create a "fifth-generation plus" aircraft, offering a powerful yet more affordable alternative to true sixth-generation jets. Speaking at Bernstein’s Strategic Decisions Conference on May 28, 2025, Lockheed Martin CEO Jim Taiclet stated that the enhanced...

Fifteen months after its official establishment, the Indian Army's first squadron of Apache attack helicopters remains grounded, creating a significant gap in the nation's combat readiness along its western border. The 451 Aviation Squadron, raised in March 2024 at Jodhpur, is yet to receive a single one of the six AH-64E Apache helicopters ordered from American aerospace giant Boeing, with the delivery now delayed indefinitely. ad The original agreement, a deal worth approximately $600...

In a major boost to India's aerospace and defence manufacturing sector, French aviation giant Dassault is reportedly in advanced negotiations to produce the wings for its Rafale fighter jets in India. This development comes shortly after a landmark agreement was signed to manufacture the aircraft's complete fuselage locally, signalling a deepening of industrial partnership as Dassault competes for a major Indian Air Force contract. ad The move follows the formalisation of four Production...

India stands at a critical juncture in its decades-long ambition for self-reliance in defence technology, with the future of its advanced fighter jet programs hinging on the development of a powerful, indigenous engine. According to analysis from defence experts, including former Indian Air Force (IAF) officer Group Captain Ajay Ahlawat (Retd), the domestically developed Kaveri engine is a story of partial success but falls short of powering the nation's next-generation aircraft, forcing a...

India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is creating a sophisticated new defence system, named the "Optonic Shield," to protect the nation's vital assets from a range of modern ground and aerial threats. This advanced system is designed to provide comprehensive situational awareness and help military commanders formulate effective strategies. ad The core of the Optonic Shield is a smart, network-operated tracking system that uses electro-optical technology. It features...

India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is in advanced preparations for the second flight test of its indigenously developed Long-Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM). This upcoming trial is a crucial step towards the operational deployment of the missile and the fulfillment of a planned procurement order valued at approximately ₹14,000 crore by the Indian Armed Forces. ad The missile successfully completed its inaugural test on November 12, 2024, from the...

Following the reported failure of its missile systems to penetrate India’s air defence shield during recent conflicts, Pakistan has approached China to acquire advanced hypersonic weapon technology. According to sources, this move aims to counter India's increasingly robust and multi-layered defence network, with Pakistan intending to present any acquired technology as an indigenous development. ad In recent skirmishes between the two nations, Pakistan reportedly launched its Fatah-I and...