The second edition of the Indian-Cambodia joint military exercise CINBAX-II 2026 has been concluded in Cambodia, marking the successful completion of a two-week-long bilateral defence engagement aimed at enhancing tactical coordination and interoperability between the two forces.
The exercise...
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Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) anticipates commencing deliveries of the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A to the Indian Air Force (IAF) between August and September 2026, provided the supply of F404 engines from American manufacturer GE Aerospace reaches a steady state.
HAL Chairman...
The possibility of building Russia's Su-57E fifth-generation stealth fighter in India now rests squarely in the hands of the Indian government, according to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).
During the company's Q4 FY26 earnings call in mid-May 2026, HAL's newly appointed Chairman and...
In a significant update to India's indigenous fighter program, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has revealed a change in the equipment timeline for the Tejas Mk1A.
The highly anticipated home-grown Uttam Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar will no longer feature on the initial...
The engine supply chain for India's indigenous Tejas Mk1A fighter jet initiative is set to see substantial improvements in the coming months.
Speaking during the recent fourth-quarter financial briefing for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Chairman and Managing...
HAL Confirms Tejas Mk2 Jet's Structural Assembly Underway, Sets Formal Rollout Target for March 2027
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has officially declared that the physical construction of India's highly anticipated Tejas Mk2 fighter is actively advancing.
Disclosed during the aerospace firm’s latest quarterly financial briefing for Q4 FY26, officials confirmed that the primary...
During its recent Q4 FY26 earnings conference call, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) shared a crucial update on India's flagship fighter jet project.
The state-run aerospace manufacturer announced that it has successfully built, flown, and evaluated approximately 30 Tejas Mk1A aircraft...
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has unveiled plans to unveil a fully functional flight developmental prototype of the Combat Air Teaming System (CATS) Warrior later this year.
This state-of-the-art unmanned combat aerial vehicle is scheduled to take its maiden flight in 2027.
Ahead of...
Indian private aerospace and military equipment manufacturer, Paras Defence and Space Technologies, has publicly introduced the RayStrike 9, a new high-power laser weapon system.
This release highlights the company's evolution from a manufacturer of specialized sub-components to a prominent...
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Saturday termed Operation Sindoor as "entirely different" from previous conflicts. He mentioned that the military operation required "88 hours of extreme coordination".
General Chauhan was interacting during 'Sena Se Samvad 2026'...
In what is shaping up to be the most extensive active combat aircraft procurement initiative globally, the Indian government has reportedly finalized the Request for Proposal (RFP) to acquire 114 Dassault Rafale jets.
This long-awaited project under the Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA)...
Analysis How India's K-5 SLBM Trials Will Allow Secure Targeting of Beijing Deep From the Bay of Bengal Bastion
India is on the threshold of a major leap in its maritime strategic capabilities as the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) prepares for the developmental trials of the K-5 Submarine Launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM).
Recent open-source reports indicate that the missile has...
In a major step toward military self-reliance, Armenia is looking to manufacture India's Guided Pinaka rocket systems and 155mm artillery shells within its own borders.
This move highlights a significant evolution in the bilateral defence relationship between New Delhi and Yerevan...
Opinion How DRDO's TARA Offers Matchless Affordability for India's Precision Strikes Capabilities Over Imported JDAM-ER And SPICE-1000 Alternatives
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has engineered a groundbreaking solution known as the Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) kit.
This indigenous system transforms conventional, unguided munitions into highly accurate stand-off glide bombs.
Developed primarily by...
India is currently undertaking a monumental shift in its military architecture with the planned establishment of the Integrated Rocket Force (IRF).
This new tri-service command is engineered to consolidate and manage conventional, long-range strike capabilities across the Army, Navy, and Air...
India’s state-owned Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), in collaboration with private sector partner NewSpace Research and Technologies, is advancing the Air-Launched Flexible Asset Swarm (ALFA-S) pod as a vital component of its broader Combat Air Teaming System (CATS).
This innovative concept...
India’s comprehensive aerial protection plan, known as Mission Sudarshan Chakra, will be rolled out in stages and is projected to reach full operational maturity between 2030 and 2040.
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh shared these strategic timelines during his keynote speech at the...
