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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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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...
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India's Akash, MRSAM Excels in Saturated Attacks, Providing More Resilient, Cost-effective Air Defence Compare to Israeli Iron Dome and US Patriot
India's domestically developed air defence systems, the Akash Surface-to-Air Missile (SAM) and the Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM), are proving to be vital assets in the nation's...
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How BrahMos-A Equipped Su-30MKI Worked as Potent Mini-bomber against Pak Bases, Experts Now Call For AMCA-Derived Stealth Bomber
The recent May 2025 engagement between India and Pakistan saw the Indian Air Force (IAF) effectively utilize its Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jets, equipped with the BrahMos-A supersonic cruise...
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Rafale-M Jet's 11m Non-folding Wingspan May Pose Severe Operational Challenges for Indian Navy's Current 10m Carrier Elevators
India's recent agreement to purchase 26 Rafale-Marine (Rafale-M) fighter jets from France, valued at approximately €7 billion and reportedly signed on April 28, 2025, has brought renewed attention...
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Could 'Made in India' Su-57 Solve India's Urgent Stealth Fighter Needs? CAATSA Sanctions and AL-51 Engine Readiness Remain Key Hurdles
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is currently facing a significant gap in its fighter squadron strength and is actively seeking solutions through its Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) procurement...
