The Indian Air Force (IAF) has successfully executed a drop trial of the indigenously built Khagantak-243 Long Range Glide Bomb (LRGB), achieving a major breakthrough for India's precision strike capabilities and the domestic defence manufacturing sector.
The test successfully validated all...
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Aero India, Asia’s largest air show and one of the world’s premier aerospace and defence exhibitions, is all set to return with its 16th edition at Air Force Station, Yelahanka in Bengaluru, Karnataka from February 8 to 12, 2027. Organised by the Department of Defence Production, Ministry of...
In a significant boost to India's aerospace manufacturing, GE Aerospace successfully dispatched a fresh batch of three F404-IN20 turbofan engines to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in August 2026.
In an official statement, the American manufacturer expressed its pride in collaborating with...
Bengaluru-headquartered deep-tech aviation start-up Alteon has reached a major milestone by successfully flying its autonomous aircraft just a metre above the sea.
This test validates the concept of dynamic soaring, a technique that could soon allow aircraft to harvest energy from the wind and...
Opinion 114 Rafales or Accelerated AMCA: Is India Risking Its 5th-Gen Future to Solve a Numbers Crisis?
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is standing at a critical crossroads. Currently operating with only about 30 fighter squadrons against a sanctioned strength of 42, the IAF faces a severe numerical crisis.
At the same time, the global battlefield is rapidly shifting towards fifth-generation stealth...
Emphasising the strategic importance of India’s growing defence capabilities, Belgian Defence and Trade Minister, Theo Francken, on Thursday said that Belgium has a direct security interest in the country's expansion of its military-industrial base.
He noted that a stronger Indian defence...
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday released the ‘Raksha’ document on defence diplomacy that provides an actionable vision for the next decade and ensures India remains an anchor of peace, stability, and rule-based order in an evolving global landscape.
The document focuses on Strategic...
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) is currently navigating a highly complex transition to modernise its aerial combat fleet.
While the induction of the advanced JF-17 Block III represents a major technological leap for the country, Pakistan is facing a severe numerical challenge.
With a significant...
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is charting a major shift in aerial warfare by seeking to transform its conventional transport aircraft and helicopter fleets into formidable offensive platforms.
By integrating advanced stand-off missiles, air-launched drones, and long-range loitering munitions, the...
The Indian government is preparing to take a major step towards self-reliance in aerospace manufacturing.
The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) is expected to soon grant final approval for the design and development phase of the Indian Multi-Role Helicopter (IMRH).
This development follows...
Two Indian Air Force (IAF) Antonov An-32 transport aircraft were recently spotted flying west of New Delhi using the unique call signs 'Rizwan' and 'Hamza'.
These call signs are a direct reference to the popular undercover operatives featured in the blockbuster Bollywood spy-thriller duology...
Opinion Why IAF Should Explore Air-Launched Missile Carrier Drones to Extend Su-30MKI BVRAAM Strike Range
An innovative concept is emerging for the Indian Air Force (IAF) to significantly enhance its air-to-air combat capabilities: deploying powered, unmanned missile carrier drones from manned fighter jets.
This strategy involves launching an unmanned flight platform (UFP) from a deep penetration...
Russia Highlights Su-57 Engine Reliability Under 2,000°C Thermal Stress in Missile-Evasion Maneuvers
The Russian state technology corporation Rostec has revealed new insights into the extraordinary thermal endurance of the Su-57 fifth-generation fighter jet.
According to a statement released on September 1, the aircraft’s power plant can withstand internal temperatures of nearly 2,000 degrees...
Analysis Can a Semi-Stealth Tejas Mk3 Bridge the IAF’s 5th-Gen Gap Before AMCA? The Real Hurdle Isn’t Just Engineering, It’s Bandwidth
A recurring debate within the Indian defence community has recently resurfaced, questioning whether Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) should develop a semi-stealth interim version of the Tejas.
This proposed variant would feature a redesigned...
India’s national security planners are preparing to establish a unified intelligence grid to enhance operational capabilities and counter multi-front security threats posed by foreign adversaries, senior officials have said.
India has been facing a changing threat landscape that includes...
Analysis Can Rafale Beat 5th-Gen Stealth? What a French Air Force Study Means for India’s 114-Jet Deal
A recent strategic assessment by French military experts has raised critical questions regarding the Dassault Rafale's ability to dominate against genuine fifth-generation stealth aircraft.
According to a January 2025 report titled "The Future of Air Superiority" published by the French...
Moscow is significantly intensifying its defence export campaign towards New Delhi, proposing the sale of its advanced S-500 Prometheus air defence network and the Su-57 fifth-generation stealth fighter.
This renewed diplomatic effort coincides with a recent meeting between Indian Prime...
