Exploring a partnership in a European sixth-generation fighter programme is a necessary, albeit unsurprising, move for India, according to defence analyst Angad Singh.
Speaking recently to NDTV, Singh noted that India’s defence procurement cycle and technological integration have historically...
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India's pursuit of a homegrown jet engine is experiencing a major resurgence.
Recent statements from Dr Ganesan have affirmed that the Defence Research and Development Organisation’s (DRDO) Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) is pushing ahead with the next-generation Kaveri engine, widely...
Opinion Retiring IL-76 and Closed C-17 Lines Highlight the Urgent Need for an Indian Heavy Airlifter Program
India’s strategic air mobility is approaching a critical juncture.
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is currently navigating the gradual phase-out of its older heavy transport planes while facing a hard cap on its modern alternatives.
With future logistical demands only expected to grow, defence...
The Indian Navy is set to commission its latest stealth frigate, INS Taragiri (F41), on April 3. It will serve as a powerful testament to the nation’s journey toward becoming a completely self-reliant naval power.
The commissioning ceremony will be presided over by Defence Minister Rajnath...
Analysis Su-30MKI: How India Fused Russian Engineering With Western Avionics to Create An Ultimate "Frankenstein Fighter"
In the realm of military aviation, countries typically align with either Western precision or robust Russian engineering.
India, however, forged an entirely different path with the Sukhoi Su-30MKI, creating what experts often call the “Frankenstein of the skies.”
By marrying a durable Russian...
MSMEs and start-ups are playing a crucial role in strengthening India’s defence capabilities and safeguarding national interests, Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth said on Friday.
The National Defence Industries Conclave (NDIC) 2026 concluded in the national capital after two days of...
India’s highly anticipated medium-weight fighter, the HAL Tejas Mk2, is advancing toward a critical new phase that will define its combat role within the Indian Air Force (IAF).
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has recently proposed providing a limited initial batch of the aircraft to the...
As the threat of low-cost aerial attacks and drone swarms escalates globally, India is fundamentally upgrading its air defence capabilities.
Spearheading this shift is the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), which is aggressively advancing its Directed Energy Weapon (DEW)...
New Delhi's aerospace planners are on high alert. In early 2026, the Indian defence establishment received a stark reality check as China’s sixth-generation fighter jet initiatives transitioned from mere concept art to rigorous, real-world flight testing.
With Beijing rapidly advancing multiple...
Opinion How Potential Role in FCAS Program Could Address India's Carrier-Based and Nuclear Strike 6th-Gen Fighter Needs
India’s prospective involvement in the European Future Combat Air System (FCAS) is drawing significant international focus as the program undergoes industrial and political shifts.
Speculation regarding New Delhi's participation gained momentum following the 6th India–France Annual Defence...
Retired Lieutenant General Raj Shukla, an experienced former Indian Army commander and noted military strategist, has strongly advocated for India to rapidly accumulate inexpensive, long-range strike drones similar to Iran's Shahed models.
Speaking in episode 398 of the ANI podcast with Smita...
There are “no longer clandestine activities or transnational repression taking place” in Canada that are linked to the government of India, Canada’s police chief has said. Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Commissioner Mike Duheme made the comments during an interview with CTV News.
“We’re...
The Consul General of Iran in Mumbai, Saeid Reza Mosayeb Motlagh, said on Friday that Tehran's decision to provide safe passage to Indian vessels through the Strait of Hormuz demonstrates its longstanding friendship with New Delhi.
In an interview with IANS, Motlagh said that Iran has been...
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DRDO Successfully Completes First Development Trials of Project Kusha Long-Range Air Defence Shield- Raghav Patel
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