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Aero India 2025: Time for India's DPSUs to Shift from Showcasing Models to Delivering Milestones
As Aero India 2025 approaches, the excitement surrounding potential new aerospace program announcements is palpable. However, this enthusiasm is often tempered by the historical reality of...
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The recent unveiling of a new Chinese Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft, reportedly based on the indigenous Y-20 large transport aircraft, has intensified the debate surrounding...
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Two Decades of IAF Acquisitions: From UPA's Su-30 Focus to NDA's Rafale and Tejas Push, Challenges Remain
The Indian Air Force (IAF), a cornerstone of India's defence strategy, has faced persistent challenges in maintaining and modernizing its fighter jet fleet over the past two decades. Examining the...
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Could Early Planning Have Saved India's Bhim Howitzer? Army's K9 Vajra Order Raises Questions on Long-Term Defence Strategy
The Indian Army is set to bolster its artillery firepower with an order for 100 additional K9 Vajra self-propelled howitzers, bringing the total to 200 units, with plans for another 100 in the...
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From MiG-21 to Su-30, 2017-2022 Data on IAF Accidents Signals Need for Comprehensive Safety Audit and Training Overhaul
A concerning pattern of accidents within the Indian Air Force (IAF) during the Thirteenth Defence Plan period (2017-2022) has brought to light the urgent need for a comprehensive safety audit and...
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What Strategic Factors Should Guide India's Possible Choice of Su-57 or F-35 for 5th-Gen Stealth Fighter Jet Needs?
India faces a critical decision regarding its fifth-generation fighter jet program, with the Russian Su-57 and the American F-35 emerging as the primary contenders. This choice carries significant...
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AMCA is the Only Viable 5th Gen Fighter Option for India as Foreign Fighters Fall Short of India's Needs or Remain Unavailable
The international conversation surrounding 5th generation fighter jets has resurfaced discussions regarding India's options to strengthen its air force, particularly in light of reports that...
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Could Reverse-Engineering the Su-30MKI Have Saved India Billions on Buying Expensive Foreign Fighter Jets Like Rafale?
India's defence procurement strategy has come under scrutiny, with the high cost of acquiring advanced fighter jets like the Rafale raising questions about whether alternative approaches could...
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How Indigenous Upgrade of Jaguar Fleet Through HAL's ToT Could Have Partially Addressed the IAF's Squadron Strength Decline
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has been grappling with a dwindling number of fighter squadrons, a concern that has persisted for years. While the recent retirement of the Jaguar strike fighter fleet...
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India's ambitious RTA-90 program, which aims to develop a domestically produced 90-seater regional aircraft, could be significantly accelerated and strengthened through a strategic partnership...
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Why Are India's Defence Corridors Not Attracting Private Sector as Promised? Strengthening Ordnance Factories is the Only Way
The Indian government's initiative to establish Defence Corridors in Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh, with the aim of attracting private sector investment and boosting domestic defence production...
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What India's AMCA Can Learn from Korea's KF-21 5th-Gen Jet's 1,000 Accident-Free Sorties in Record 2 Years
South Korea's KF-21 Boramae program has set a remarkable pace in fighter jet development, achieving 1,000 accident-free flight sorties in just over two years since its maiden flight in July 2022...
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How Tejas Mk2 and AMCA Success Hinges on IAF's Direct Involvement in Development and Overcoming Bureaucratic Hurdles
India's aspirations for self-reliance in fighter aircraft technology rest heavily on the success of its indigenous Tejas Mk2 and Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programs. However, these...
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UCAVs and Loyal Wingman Drones Offer Crucial Solution as IAF Faces Looming Squadron Shortfall
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is facing a critical capability challenge as its combat squadron strength is projected to fall below the sanctioned 42 squadrons to under 30 in the coming years. This...
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How India's Defence Industry Can Boost Exports Through Barter Agreements with Key Partners, Especially with Brazil and France
India's defence industry is rapidly growing, with the nation emerging as a significant exporter of weapon systems and military equipment. To further solidify its position in the global market...
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From "Buyer's Navy" to "Builder's & Designer's Navy": How India is Achieving Naval Self-Reliance with Indigenous Shipbuilding
India's maritime history is deeply intertwined with shipbuilding, dating back to the ancient dockyard at Lothal and the traditional dhow construction along its coasts. This legacy has evolved into...
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How India's Hypersonic Missile with Mach 6 Speed and 2000km Range Can Deter China-Pak Nexus in IOR
India has entered the elite club of nations possessing hypersonic missile technology with the recent successful test of its Long-Range Hypersonic Missile by the Defence Research and Development...
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How Operating Tu-160 Bomber Could Be a Hefty Burden for India with $350 Million Price Tag and $30,000 Per Hour Operational Cost
India's pursuit of long-range strategic bombers has led to discussions about potentially acquiring the Russian-made Tupolev Tu-160 "Blackjack." While the Tu-160 boasts impressive capabilities with...
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How Matangi USV Could Become Indian Navy's Stealthy "Suicide Boat" for Swarm Attacks on Large Warships
India's advancements in unmanned naval technology have taken a significant leap forward with the Matangi Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV), developed by Sagar Defence. This versatile vessel, designed...
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How Pralay Tactical Missile and Pinaka Rocket System Combination Could Be a Better Option for France's Long-Range Needs
The French Army is reportedly considering India's Pinaka rocket system as a potential replacement for its aging LRU M270 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS). While the Pinaka offers a robust and...