The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to embark on a significant modernization program for its Sukhoi-30 MKI fighter jets, the backbone of its combat fleet, beginning in the financial year 2025-26.
A recent report presented to Parliament by the Standing Committee on Defence outlines plans to...
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Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) marked a significant advancement in India's indigenous military aviation capabilities with the official rollout of the seventh Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A variant on March 25, 2025.
The aircraft, identified by the serial number LA-5039, represents...
In a powerful demonstration of joint operational capability, the Indian Army on Thursday conducted a highly effective and important ‘Integrated Multi-Domain Exercise’. This Tri-Service Integrated Multi-Domain Warfare Exercise was held in the Eastern Theatre, deep in the high-altitude terrain of...
Canada’s Liberal Party revoked Indian-origin MP Chandra Arya’s bid to run for the party leadership and his nomination in his own Ottawa Nepean constituency over his alleged ties to the Indian government, a media report said on Wednesday.
Citing a source with top-secret clearance, the Globe and...
Significant progress is being made on India's indigenous Tejas Mk2 fighter jet program, with assembly of the first aircraft now reportedly exceeding 60 percent completion. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), the state-owned aerospace and defence company manufacturing the aircraft, is pushing...
State-owned aerospace and defence company Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has officially launched its search for a suitable jet engine to power its developmental supersonic trainer, the Hindustan Lead-in Fighter Trainer (HLFT-42).
HAL issued a Request for Information (RFI) on March 17...
India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has stated that the Zorawar light tank platform possesses a flexible and scalable design. This inherent adaptability means that the current 25-tonne tank, which is undergoing developmental testing under Project Zorawar, could...
Discussions are ongoing regarding the possibility of Ukraine receiving additional Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets to strengthen its air capabilities. French President Emmanuel Macron recently suggested that countries currently operating these aircraft could potentially supply them to Kyiv...
Godrej Aerospace, a significant contributor to India's defence manufacturing sector, has formally indicated its strong interest in collaborating with the DRDO's Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) on the development of a new engine for the country's future Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft...
India has made a significant stride in its quest for defense self-sufficiency with the development of the DATRAN 1500, a domestically produced engine designed to power Main Battle Tanks (MBTs).
This engine, a collaborative project between the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)...
Opinion How F-15EX Jet's Improved Stealth Features, Enhanced Payload and Superior Performance Makes It Viable Contender for India's MRFA Tender
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is seeking to significantly modernize its fleet through the Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) tender, a program aiming to procure 114 advanced fighter jets. Among the contenders, Boeing's F-15EX Eagle II is gaining attention, boosted by a recent endorsement from a...
A recent report reveals that the Pakistan Air Force's (PAF) newest JF-17 Block III fighter jet, despite significant upgrades, faces a key operational constraint: its onboard radar has a shorter range than expected, limiting its ability to fully utilize advanced long-range missiles.
This...
Opinion Despite 'Kill Switch' Debunking, Why India Should Remain Cautious About F-35 Acquisition Due to Strategic Autonomy, Cost, and Compatibility Concerns
The Pentagon has formally refuted claims of a "kill switch" within the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II, a rumor that suggested the United States could remotely disable the advanced fighter jet.
While this clarification alleviates some international concerns, India should still exercise...
