India will deliver its first Made-in-India C295 aircraft to the Indian Air Force in September 2026, marking a major milestone for Make in India, defence manufacturing and aerospace self-reliance.
A new study says defence aviation is changing as militaries buy more low-cost and expendable systems. Fighter jets and other high-end aircraft will continue to dominate spending through 2033.
Dassault Aviation has proposed 40 years of support for Made-in-India Rafale jets, promising maintenance, upgrades and spare parts while boosting India’s defence manufacturing and self-reliance goals.
The Indian Navy has received its 21st MH-60R Seahawk helicopter from the United States, boosting anti-submarine operations and strengthening India’s maritime surveillance and naval combat capabilities across its coastline.
Grahaa Space successfully placed its SOLARAS nanosatellite into orbit aboard Skyroot Aerospace’s Vikram-1 mission, marking the company’s first in-space technology test and a major milestone for India’s private space sector.
India will host the India African Army Chiefs Conference 2026 in Pune on November 4–5, bringing together military leaders from around 40 African nations to strengthen defence ties and boost exports.
India has received another MH-60R Seahawk helicopter from the United States, boosting the Indian Navy’s ability to track submarines, protect sea borders, and carry out important maritime missions.
The Indian Navy will commission INS Malvan on July 22, adding the second Mahe-class anti-submarine vessel to its fleet and strengthening India’s coastal and underwater defence capabilities.
Russia has offered India joint production of the advanced T-90MS tank, giving the Indian Army access to upgraded capabilities while supporting local manufacturing.
The Indian Air Force is upgrading Air Force Station Barrackpore with energy-efficient LED lighting, supporting its push for smarter, greener military infrastructure and improving operational efficiency across the air base.
