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How IAF's LCH Prachand Can Become A Long-Range, Precision-Strike Platform with Israel's 300km 'Ice Breaker' Missile
India's indigenous Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) 'Prachand' could soon be transformed into a long-range precision strike platform, capable of hitting targets from a safe distance of up to 300...
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After S-400's Success in Op Sindoor, India’s Pursuit of S-500 and Project Kusha Promises An Impenetrable Long-Range Shield against Pakistan
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has confirmed that its Russian-made S-400 Triumf air defence system successfully destroyed six Pakistani aircraft during 'Operation Sindoor' in May 2025, including a...
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As the world solemnly commemorates the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings this week, it’s time to look back and reflect upon one of the most monumental and tragic event in...
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Despite Lucrative Offer, Why India May Not Choose Russian Su-35 Under MRFA Tender to Refill IAF's Dwindling Squadrons
Russia has reportedly presented its Sukhoi Su-35 fighter jet as a candidate for India's Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) tender, a massive acquisition project aimed at procuring 114 new combat...
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Asim Munir Methodically Solidifies A Hybrid Authoritarian Rule in Pakistan, Rendering Civilian Govt A Mere Democratic Facade
As Field Marshal Asim Munir wrapped up yet another high-profile visit to China, Pakistan’s indispensable “iron brother”, it carries an explicit message for both domestic and external audiences...
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For 1/3 of 36 Rafale Cost, How Upgrading 200 Su-30MKI with AL-31F 177S Engines and Virupaksha Radar Can Create Near 5th-Gen Fleet for IAF
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is at a strategic crossroads as it evaluates the most effective path to modernise its fighter jet fleet and maintain air superiority in a complex geopolitical landscape...
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The integration of a new, advanced radar system on India's indigenous Tejas Mk1A fighter jet has mandated a comprehensive re-certification process for its primary long-range weapon, the Astra Mk-1...
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Should India Consider Russian Tu-160M Strategic Bombers for Long-Range Strikes or Pursue Indigenous Options Based on Ghatak Stealth UCAV?
India is currently evaluating critical pathways to enhance its long-range strategic strike capabilities, a move that places the Indian Air Force (IAF) at a strategic crossroads. The nation is...
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The Myth of Affordable Chinese Weapons Shatters Amid Repeated Combat Failures in Recent Conflicts
A series of recent combat failures involving Chinese-manufactured military hardware is casting serious doubt on China's ambitions to become a top-tier global arms supplier. Weapons systems...
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A debate over the future of India's air combat strategy has emerged following recent remarks by Dr. Kota Harinarayana, the celebrated chief designer of the LCA Tejas aircraft. He suggested that...
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How Cost Overruns and Lack of Transparency Grounded India-Russia FGFA Program to Develop Su-57 5th-Gen Jet, Should India Rejoin It Now
India's withdrawal from a landmark joint venture with Russia to develop a fifth-generation stealth fighter jet represented a major shift in its military aviation strategy. The project, known as...
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Why Indigenous Kaveri Engine Starved of Funds while AMCA Engine with Foreign Collaboration Receives a Staggering ₹61,000 Cr?
In a landmark move for India's military aviation ambitions, the government has reportedly approved a substantial allocation of approximately ₹61,000 crores for the development of a new engine for...
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Should India Acquire F-35 or Su-57 for Immediate 5th-Gen Fighter Needs? Pros and Cons of Choosing Either
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is at a critical juncture as it confronts a significant capability gap, operating with only 31 fighter squadrons against a sanctioned requirement of 42. To counter...
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How India Could Transform AMCA into Heavy Multirole Fighter with Russian Twin AL-51F/177S Engines, But Challenges Remain
As India advances its flagship fifth-generation fighter program, the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), a strategic debate is emerging over its future direction. A proposal to develop a...
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Dassault’s Bid for Selling 110 Rafale Jets to IAF under MRFA Diminish as India Pivots Towards Acquiring 5th-Gen Fighter Jet
India's strategic plan to modernise its aerial combat fleet is at a pivotal moment, with new considerations potentially altering a major aircraft acquisition deal. The prospects for French...
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IAF Modernization Remains Critically Stalled by Indecision while Pakistan Aggressively Pursues 5th-Gen Fighters
Crucial modernization initiatives for the Indian Air Force (IAF) are encountering major roadblocks, sparking significant concern over India's air superiority in a region where the Pakistan Air...
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How Indian Navy is Transitioning from Russian Dependence to Indigenous Innovation with Western-Inspired Designs
The Indian Navy is undergoing a significant transformation, moving away from its long-standing reliance on Russian military hardware towards a new era of self-reliance and indigenous...
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Beyond Firepower, How Zorawar Tank’s Striking Visual Design Enhances Indian Army's Tactical and Psychological Strategy
India's defence sector is marking a new chapter with the development of the Zorawar light tank, a project that places a significant emphasis on visual design alongside combat performance...
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Can Indigenous Kaveri Engine Meet Urgent AMCA and Tejas Mk2 Timelines, or Foreign OEM Collaboration Essential?
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...
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AMCA Mk1 to Rapidly Bolster IAF Squadrons, While Mk2 Targets 6th-Gen Power with Indigenous 110kN Engine, AI-driven Combat and UCAV Mothership
India is taking a significant leap in aerospace technology with its ambitious Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program. This initiative aims to develop a state-of-the-art, twin-engine...
