Sweden’s defence company Saab has offered India a plan to build the world’s most advanced aerospace industry, along with the Gripen E fighter jet to strengthen the Indian Air Force.
Reports claim Chinese chips may be inside Russian S-400 and Su-57 systems, worrying India as it considers buying the fifth-generation fighter and checks security risks during defence talks with Russia.
Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias is in India to deepen defence cooperation, hold high-level talks, explore industry ties in Bengaluru, and strengthen growing India-EU relations after the major trade deal.
Swedish defence firm Promoteq plans to invest ₹500 crore to build a UAV manufacturing unit in Uttar Pradesh Defence Corridor, boosting jobs, technology transfer, and India’s Make in India defence goals.
ISRO’s LOX-Methane engine uses cleaner, efficient rocket fuel and is being developed to power India’s Next Generation Launch Vehicle. It will be helping carry and support future reusable and human space missions.
Odisha has approved a ₹17,250 crore defence and aerospace manufacturing hub by the Kalyani Group in Dhenkanal and aiming to boost local jobs, reduce imports for Atmanirbhar Bharat mission.
India has sharply raised its defence budget for 2026–27 to Rs 7.85 lakh crore, boosting capital spending by 22% to strengthen military power after Operation Sindoor.
Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia is a veteran Indian Air Force fighter pilot with over three decades of service, now leading Eastern Air Command as its new Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief.
HAL is preparing to test HELINA and Dhruvastra anti-tank missiles on the LCH Prachand before deliveries begin, aiming to induct a fully combat-ready attack helicopter.
As the first Agniveers complete four years of service in 2026, the government is planning to absorb many of them into CAPFs, offering a clearer career path and job security.
