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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
- US clears $428 mln packages for India: Howitzers, helicopters in focus with support for Apache choppers, M777 gunsAmerica has approved two military support packages for India totaling $428 million. These packages will provide sustainment support for fro...20 May, 2026, 12.03 AM IST
- Long before Tejas, how India’s indigenous fighter jet Marut met a painful death that still haunts India todayIndia's HF-24 Marut was its first indigenous jet fighter. Developed with German expertise, it faced engine issues limiting its speed. Despi...19 May, 2026, 04.46 PM IST
- IAF’s made-in-India C-295 ready for flight trials, deputy air chief inspects aircraft at Tata-Airbus Vadodara facilityIndia's defense manufacturing takes a leap forward. The first domestically assembled Airbus C-295 aircraft is now ready for its flight test...18 May, 2026, 06.55 PM IST
- Drones, UAS no longer just eyes in sky, but like 'claws in the sky': Air Chief Marshal A P SinghIAF Chief Air Chief Marshal A P Singh stated that drones are now "claws in the sky," extending air power and emphasizing the need for compl...15 May, 2026, 07.54 PM IST
- 'Brahmos on May 10 was a game changer,' Air Marshal Sanjeev Kapoor (Retd) on one year of Operation SindoorOperation Sindoor's first anniversary is a proud milestone for India's air power. The operation showcased surgical precision strikes and th...07 May, 2026, 07.41 PM IST
- 'We struck 11 Pakistani airfields, destroyed 13 aircraft,' says Air Marshal Bharti on Operation Sindoor anniversaryIndia's top military commanders revealed details of Operation Sindoor on its first anniversary. Indian forces struck 11 Pakistani airfields...07 May, 2026, 06.18 PM IST
- Boosting self-reliance: MBDA to develop local maintenance facility for IAF's MICA missilesEuropean missile maker MBDA and the Indian Air Force have signed an agreement. This pact will develop local capability for MICA missile mai...06 May, 2026, 10.39 PM IST
- Red lines redrawn; need for stronger air, cyber warfare capabilities: Experts on Op Sindoor lessonsOperation Sindoor, launched a year ago, has provided crucial military insights. Experts highlight the importance of combined air power and ...06 May, 2026, 10.01 AM IST
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