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Operating with just 31 fighter squadrons, against the originally sanctioned fleet strength of 42, the IAF faces a major quantitative gap in fighter jets Vis-a-vis it's hostile neighbors & arch...
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With US Engines in Tejas and Zorawar, Trump's 25% Tariff Shock Exposes A Critical Flaw in India's Long-Term Defence and Strategic Autonomy
A recent announcement by US President Donald Trump to impose a blanket 25% tariff on Indian goods has sent ripples beyond the economic sphere, exposing a significant vulnerability at the heart of...
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The IAF is clearly facing a shortfall in overall squadron numbers as well as capabilities when it comes to fighter jets and is exploring all options to plug the gaps. The recent leaning towards...
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How India Could Have Fulfilled Immediate 4.5-Gen Fighter Needs without MRFA by Following Korean KF-21 Model in AMCA Development
As India pursues the ambitious goal of developing its own fifth-generation Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), a strategic analysis suggests that an alternative development path, inspired by...
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Factors That Can Affect India's Potential Choice of F-35A for Interim 5th-Gen Needs, Local MRO and Custom Configuration Vital
As India continues its comprehensive military modernization efforts, the American-made Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II has re-emerged in strategic conversations as a potential candidate for the...
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Why IAF Urgently Needs A 200-Strong Tejas Mk2 Fleet to Refill Dwindling Squadron Strength and Replacing Vintage Jaguar, Mirage, and MiGs
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is navigating a critical period of modernisation, facing the urgent task of replacing its ageing fleets of Jaguar, Mirage-2000, and MiG-29 fighter jets. To maintain its...
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How A New Infrared Variant of Astra Mk1 Could Effectively Counter China-Pak Stealth and EW Threats in Close and Medium-Range Combat
The Astra Mk1, India's premier indigenous beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile (BVRAAM), has become a vital asset for the Indian Air Force (IAF). Developed by the Defence Research and...
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A recent PIB report highlights that since the start of the "Make in India" campaign, India's defence output has enhanced significantly. Defence exports increased to ~US$2.7 billion in FY2024–2025...
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Why India Should Pursue A 6th-Gen Platform as Long-Range Strategic Bomber to Counter China's Advanced Missile Defence Systems
In an era of rapid military modernisation across its borders, India's strategic planners are considering the future of the nation's air power. A key proposal gaining traction is the development of...
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In Next Operation, Why India Will Need to Strike Pak Airbases First to Neutralize Potential J-35 Stealth Threat
The potential acquisition of Chinese J-35A fifth-generation stealth fighters by the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) is compelling a significant shift in Indian military strategy, according to defence...
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Tejas Mk1A and Mk2 Export Potential Shackled by US Engines, Funding Indigenous Kaveri 2.0 Needed for India's Global Ambitions
India's goal to become a major global defence exporter is facing a critical challenge, with its ambition to sell indigenous Tejas fighter jets being constrained by a reliance on foreign-made...
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Trump's Strikes on Iran: Strategic Implications and Tectonic Shifts in Regional & Global Calculi
President Trump heralded the onset of a new & tectonic shift in world order with his historic & landmark decision to join forces with Israel and strike Iran’s nuclear facilities on Sunday via...
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Why India Needs to Fast-Track CATS Warrior and FUFA to Address Fighter Squadron Decline, Effectively Countering Chinese J-20 and Pak's J-35A
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...
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Why 500-800km Range Standoff Missiles Are Vital for India to Deter Pakistan's State-sponsored Terrorism
Recent military tensions and aerial clashes have brought a critical aspect of India's defence strategy into sharp focus: the need for advanced long-range missiles. Experts argue that developing...
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Protecting Civilian Lives along LoC and Punjab Border Demands India Implement C-RAM Systems against Swarm Drones and Mortar Attacks
The nature of conflict along India's borders with Pakistan has significantly changed due to the growing use of drones. Frequent drone intrusions from Pakistan, especially over the Line of Control...
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How Accelerated HTFE-25 Engine Development is Crucial for India's Future Stealth UCAVs like Ghatak and CATS Warrior
The rapid advancement of the Hindustan Turbo Fan Engine (HTFE-25) by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is increasingly seen as a cornerstone for India's ambitions in developing next-generation...
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Experts Propose Crippling Pak Air Force Assets First for More Effective Counter-Terror Operations Deep Inside Pakistan
Strategic affairs experts are proposing a significant shift in India's approach to counter-terrorism operations that extend into Pakistani territory. They suggest that the Indian Air Force (IAF)...
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Escalating Indo-Pak Conflict Sees European Media Bias Favour Pakistan, Raising Calls to Stop Ammunition Export to Europe
India's significant position as a global supplier of artillery ammunition has come under intense scrutiny amidst recent military confrontations with Pakistan and what some observers describe as a...
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How Tempest Partnership Could Propel India's AMCA Engine to 6th-Gen, Strategically Countering China’s Evolving Stealth Jets
India's ambition to achieve aerospace self-reliance with its Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), a 5.5-generation stealth fighter, is at a pivotal moment. As global aerospace leaders like the...
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Why Early International Partners Vital for AMCA Fighter Export Success, Mirroring South Korean KF-21's Successful Outreach to Gulf Nations
A recent agreement between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and South Korea regarding the KF-21 Boramae fighter jet highlights a crucial lesson for India's own advanced aircraft program: securing...
