Defence production up 15%; private sector share climbs to 24%India's defence production has hit a record high of ₹1.78 lakh crore. This growth is fueled by the private sector, with exports also reachi...
18 Jun, 2026, 12.35 AM IST
Doubled in 5 years: India's military-industrial moment has arrivedIndia's defence production has surged to a record Rs 1.78 lakh crore in FY26, nearly quadrupling since 2013-14. This growth, fueled by the ...
17 Jun, 2026, 02.45 PM IST
B52 crashed: Why are jumbo jet sized bombers such as B-52, Tu-95 and H-6 still flying amid advanced air defenses and stealth fighter jetsGiant bombers like the B-52 and Tu-95 continue to serve as vital strategic assets. Their immense range and payload capacity allow them to d...
17 Jun, 2026, 10.16 AM IST
IAF launches project to produce indigenous long-range kamikaze dronesThe Indian Air Force is developing long-range kamikaze drones with Indian companies. This initiative aims to strengthen preparedness for fu...
17 Jun, 2026, 10.07 AM IST
Embraer to set up India military aircraft unit if it wins orderIf Embraer wins the order to produce 'KC-390 Millennium' military transport aircraft in India, it will be the only other unit outside Brazi...
15 Jun, 2026, 12.32 AM IST
Boosting BRICS, Brazil eyes role in India's defence sectorEmbraer, the Brazilian aerospace powerhouse, is setting its sights on a lucrative contract with the Indian Air Force, proposing the KC-390 ...
11 Jun, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
Brazilian aerospace giant Embraer makes strong pitch to win tender for Indian military's transport aircraftBrazilian aerospace firm Embraer is actively seeking to win a major Indian military transport aircraft tender. Their C-390 Millennium is th...
09 Jun, 2026, 08.19 AM IST
Defence ministry expects 24 Tejas Mk1A jets to be ready by end of yearDefence ministry sources have said that the production and readiness schedule for the LCA Mark1A is expected to reach around 18 to 24 aircr...
08 Jun, 2026, 08.37 PM IST
Rafale fires MICA NG missile designed to hunt stealth jets in first supersonic testFrance has successfully tested its advanced MICA NG missile from a Rafale fighter jet. This new weapon is designed to counter stealth aircr...
05 Jun, 2026, 10.07 PM IST
This is crucial juncture for space missions: Shubhanshu Shukla as he preps for second space voyageShubhanshu Shukla, India's first astronaut on the International Space Station, is training for the Gaganyaan mission. He draws on his IAF t...
31 May, 2026, 01.35 PM IST
HAL out, Tata and L&T in: IAF pushes ahead with private firms to fulfil India’s AMCA fifth-generation jet dreamIndia's ambitious Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program has advanced with the Defence Ministry inviting bids from private firms fo...
28 May, 2026, 11.25 AM IST
Defence Ministry issues RFP for indigenous 5th-gen Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft project to 3 shortlisted biddersIndia's Defence Ministry has issued a Request for Proposal for its indigenous fifth-generation Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft project. Thr...
27 May, 2026, 04.46 PM IST
'Su-30MKI' upgrade: Op Sindoor hero to get big anti-jamming update under 'Super Sukhoi' programmeSu-30MKI jets' upgrade news: The Indian Air Force is upgrading its Su-30MKI fighter jets. A new advanced GPS antenna will enhance electroni...
27 May, 2026, 12.11 PM IST
114 Rafale jets deal moves ahead as India finalises LoR for France: ReportIndia is nearing a significant defence deal with France for 114 Rafale fighter jets, with a Letter of Request expected soon. This acquisiti...
26 May, 2026, 05.49 PM IST
India shortlists three private firms to build next-gen stealth fighter jetsTenders are soon going to private companies for India's next-generation fighter jet program. Tata Advanced Systems, Larsen & Toubro, and Bh...
24 May, 2026, 11.52 PM IST
Apache vs Prachand: Why India operates both attack helicopters and how they differIndia is acquiring support for Boeing AH-64E Apache attack helicopters. This acquisition renews discussions on India's use of foreign and i...
24 May, 2026, 06.25 PM IST
Indian Air Force chief bats for self-reliance in defence capabilitiesAir Chief Marshal A P Singh stressed self-reliance for India's defence. He spoke at the Air Force Test Pilots School graduation. Seventeen ...
24 May, 2026, 02.44 PM IST