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The Indian Air Force (IAF) is advancing a two-part strategy to significantly boost its long-range precision strike capabilities. The plan involves the domestic production of the proven Israeli Rampage missile alongside the development of an air-launched version of the indigenous Pinaka-IV rocket system, aiming to enhance both immediate operational readiness and long-term self-reliance in national defence. ad Localising a Proven Weapon Following the reported effective use of the...

A senior Indian Air Force (IAF) official has stated that Pakistan's potential acquisition of the Chinese-made J-35A stealth fighter jet is unlikely to significantly alter the region's strategic balance. According to the official, the introduction of these fifth-generation aircraft into the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) would not provide a decisive advantage or enable successful cross-border aerial raids into Indian territory. ad The official suggested that the number of J-35A jets Pakistan might...

Japan has officially offered its state-of-the-art IHI XF9-1 engine to India for co-development and domestic manufacturing, positioning it as a powerful contender to be the heart of the nation's Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). The proposal makes Japan the fourth country to enter the high-stakes competition to supply the engine for India's futuristic 5.5-generation stealth fighter, joining established aerospace leaders from the United States, the United Kingdom, and France. ad The...

India is advancing its aerial surveillance and defence capabilities with the development of a next-generation Airborne Early Warning and Control System (AWACS), known as the Netra Mk1A. This strategic initiative is designed to counter emerging regional threats, particularly Pakistan's reported plans to acquire the J-35A stealth fighter jet from China. The new system, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), represents a significant upgrade to India's airborne...

In a major boost to India's military capabilities and its push for self-reliance in defence manufacturing, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has developed an advanced, indigenous Electronic Countermeasures (ECM) pod for the Indian Air Force's (IAF) Su-30MKI fighter jets. This new system is designed to significantly improve the aircraft's ability to survive in heavily contested airspace. ad The Su-30MKI, which forms the backbone of the IAF's fighter fleet, will now be...

In a landmark development for India's defence manufacturing sector, the government has opened the door for private companies to compete for the production of the nation's futuristic fifth-generation stealth fighter, the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). Industrial giants Larsen & Toubro (L&T) and Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) are now positioned to challenge the long-standing dominance of the state-owned Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for this prestigious contract. This...

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is reportedly evaluating two new advanced Israeli missile systems to enhance its capacity for deep-strike missions, which involve hitting high-value targets located far within enemy territory. This move comes after the reported operational success of the Rampage air-to-surface missile. The systems under consideration are the 'Wind Demon' from Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) and the 'ICE BREAKER' from Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, both designed to offer...

Recent analysis following a reported military exchange in May 2025 has highlighted significant vulnerabilities in Pakistan's air defence network. According to reports from Pakistani defence analysis platform Quwa, older variants of India's BrahMos cruise missile successfully penetrated deep into Pakistani airspace during a mission dubbed "Operation Sindoor," raising alarms about the effectiveness of Pakistan's current defensive capabilities. In the reported conflict, India is said to have...

India's indigenous defence capabilities are set to achieve a new milestone as its next-generation air-to-air missile, the Astra Mk3, officially named 'Gandiva', prepares for a critical phase of extensive live testing. Powered by a state-of-the-art propulsion system, this Beyond-Visual-Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) is engineered to engage targets from an impressive distance of up to 350 kilometres, significantly enhancing the combat potential of the Indian Air Force (IAF). ad Named after...

India's indigenous artillery firepower is set for a major enhancement as the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has laid out an ambitious timeline for developing and inducting next-generation Pinaka rocket systems. Dr. Samir V. Kamat, the DRDO Chairman, announced that the Pinaka Mk3, with a 120 km range, will be ready for army induction within three years, while the formidable 300 km range Pinaka Mk4 is planned for induction within five years. This accelerated plan is a...

In the wake of significant military losses during the May 2025 conflict with India, Pakistan is undertaking a critical reassessment of its air defence capabilities. The demonstrated failure of its Chinese-supplied systems has prompted Islamabad to explore the acquisition of advanced Siper air defence missiles from Turkey, even as severe financial constraints may force it to consider another high-tech, yet unproven, Chinese system. ad The impetus for this strategic review was India's...

In a major stride towards bolstering its strategic deterrent, India has officially confirmed the development of the Rudram-4, a state-of-the-art air-launched hypersonic missile. The announcement, made by the Chief of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), underscores a significant enhancement of the Indian Air Force's (IAF) long-range strike capabilities. The Rudram-4 is designed to travel at hypersonic speeds—more than five times the speed of sound—and follow an...

Russia has presented a renewed proposal to India for its Su-57E fifth-generation fighter aircraft, enhancing the offer with a plan for deep technological integration with Indian-made systems. According to sources within Rostec, Russia's state-owned defence corporation, the new bid suggests equipping the stealth fighter with core components being developed for India’s own Sukhoi-30MKI fleet upgrade, known as the 'Super-30' program. ad This strategic move aims to create a seamless operational...

India's formidable missile arsenal is set to receive a major enhancement with the development of the BrahMos-NG (Next Generation) missile, which will feature a cutting-edge X-Band Phased Array Monopulse seeker. This advanced guidance system is engineered to provide the supersonic cruise missile with unparalleled precision, enabling it to effectively track and neutralize a wide variety of targets in challenging combat scenarios. The new seeker, which functions as the missile's "eyes,"...

In a major push for India's self-reliance in military aviation, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is set to test an upgraded indigenous jet engine on a Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA). The Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), a premier DRDO laboratory, has received the green light to integrate its Dry Kaveri engine, fitted with a newly designed afterburner, into a Tejas prototype for crucial flight validation. ad This development is a critical milestone for...

In a major advancement for its indigenous defence sector, India is developing a new very long-range air-to-air missile named STAR. Officially called the Supersonic Target Acquisition Rocket, this weapon is specifically designed to seek and destroy enemy Airborne Warning and Control Systems (AWACS), which are critical command-and-control aircraft. The successful development of STAR will provide the Indian Air Force (IAF) with the crucial ability to engage and eliminate high-value aerial...

China has extended an offer to supply its KJ-500 Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft to the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), presenting it as a successor to the recently retired ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle fleet. However, the proposal is shadowed by concerns over the new aircraft's reliance on dated engine technology and the PAF's previous negative experience with a similar Chinese-made platform. ad The offer follows the premature retirement of Pakistan's three ZDK-03 AEW&C aircraft...

India's flagship fifth-generation fighter jet program is approaching a decisive moment, as the agency leading its development is set to choose a manufacturing partner by the end of the year. Dr. Samir V. Kamat, Chief of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), announced in June 2025 that the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) will finalize the production lead for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) within the next six months. ad This selection is a critical step...

A high-level Pakistani delegation is reportedly in the United States to lobby for the acquisition of advanced American radar and air defence technology. The diplomatic effort follows a series of precise and destructive airstrikes by the Indian Air Force (IAF) in early May 2025, which revealed critical weaknesses in Pakistan's existing, predominantly Chinese-supplied, air defence network. ad The Indian military action, named Operation Sindoor, was initiated as a response to a terror attack...

The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) has formally launched the development of a full-scale cockpit mockup for the Twin Engine Deck Based Fighter (TEDBF), a next-generation aircraft designed for the Indian Navy. This crucial phase, which aims to finalize the fighter's complex cockpit environment, is set to be completed on an accelerated five-month schedule. ad The development of the TEDBF is a landmark project for India's indigenous military aviation and a critical component of national...