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
HAL, Tata, L&T among 10 firms in race for Rs 30,000 crore defence drone dealAround ten Indian companies have submitted bids for a major defence project. The Defence Ministry is acquiring 87 Medium-Altitude Long-Rang...
16 Jun, 2026, 09.19 PM IST
As Europe rearms, 'wingman' aircraft take centre stageEurope and the United States are developing advanced AI-powered drones. These unmanned aircraft, known as wingman drones, will fly alongsid...
16 Jun, 2026, 11.51 AM IST
DRDO's Netra Airborne Early Warning and Control aircraft to get final operational clearance on June 25Bengaluru will host the Final Operational Clearance ceremony for the Netra Airborne Early Warning and Control system on June 25. This marks...
12 Jun, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
FCAS collapse opens door for India-France sixth-gen fighter jet programmeIndia and France are discussing a joint project for a sixth-generation fighter jet. This opportunity arises after a Franco-German plan for ...
12 Jun, 2026, 07.51 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
Tata, Airbus conduct first test flight of maiden 'Made in India' C295 military transport aircraftIndia's first Airbus C295 military transport aircraft, manufactured in Vadodara, has successfully completed its initial test flight. This m...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.46 PM IST
Rs 23 lakh cr investments attracted in 2 years will create 23 lakh jobs: Andhra governmentAndhra Pradesh has attracted investment interest of Rs 23 lakh crore from various companies over the past two years, projected to create 23...
09 Jun, 2026, 10.59 PM IST
India weighs action against HAL for delayed Tejas fighter deliveriesIn light of ongoing delays in the delivery of Tejas Mk1A fighter jets, the Defence Ministry is contemplating penalties for Hindustan Aerona...
09 Jun, 2026, 04.41 PM IST
What brought down a US Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz? Mystery builds as crew rescuedA US Army Apache attack helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz, with both crew members safely rescued. The cause of the incident rema...
09 Jun, 2026, 10.15 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: All about the next-generation weapon built to target stealth aircraft, drones and cruise missilesFrance successfully test-fired its new MICA NG air-to-air missile from a Rafale jet, marking its first supersonic flight. This advanced mis...
05 Jun, 2026, 11.34 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
Who is Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit? All about new IAF Vice Chief with 3,300+ flying hours on MiG-21, other aircraftsAir Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, a decorated fighter and test pilot, is set to become the next Vice Chief of the Air Staff from July 1. His exte...
05 Jun, 2026, 01.21 PM IST
Rolls-Royce eyes India engine MRO facility, explores aero gas turbine complex and SMR opportunitiesRolls-Royce plans to build an engine maintenance facility in India. The company also proposes an aero gas turbine complex for indigenous mi...
01 Jun, 2026, 07.35 PM 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