Category: India

The U.S. C-130J now appears to lead India’s medium transport aircraft race as TASL builds a new MRO hub, raising doubts about the future of Embraer and Airbus in the contest.

A multi-layered shield uses overlapping systems that engage threats at different ranges and altitudes.

If implemented, the move would be a major step in India’s long-running push for aerospace self-reliance and could place India among the very small group of countries able to design and build propulsion for fifth-generation fighters.

New missile technologies, improved factories, and rising export plans are helping India shift from simple production to a strong innovation system with faster timelines and higher global demand.

ADA has issued a new tender to refresh the LCA AF Mk2 performance model. This update will help engineers fine-tune aerodynamics and engine behaviour before the aircraft begins its first flight tests.

The 19th edition, SURYAKIRAN-XIX, began on 25 November 2025 at Pithoragarh (Uttarakhand, India) and ran until 8 December 2025.

According to recent official statements and media reports, DRDO, in collaboration with research labs has successfully tested a morphing-wing segment.

India’s fighter squadrons have been shrinking over the last decade and the IAF has repeatedly said it needs more high-end aircraft to deter regional threats.

Israel’s defence company IWI says it will send the first 40,000 light machine guns to India early next year, while also preparing to supply nearly 1,70,000 CQB carbines through local partners.

India and Kazakhstan are exploring stronger defence ties through co-development, co-production, and supply chain integration, aiming to boost joint manufacturing.