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
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
India aims to co-develop, co-design, co-produce, co-manufacture: MEA on Rafale deal with FranceIndia is boosting its defence manufacturing through the 'Make in India' initiative. Discussions with France focus on co-developing and co-p...
14 Jun, 2026, 10.22 PM IST
Five IAF personnel killed after an AN-32 aircraft crashes at Jorhat airbase in AssamFive Indian Air Force personnel died when an AN-32 transport aircraft crashed while landing at Jorhat airbase in Assam. The co-pilot surviv...
13 Jun, 2026, 03.26 PM IST
IAF AN-32 aircraft crashes at Assam air base; five killed, inquiry orderedIndian Air Force aircraft crash: An Indian Air Force AN-32 transport aircraft crashed during landing at Jorhat, Assam. Five personnel lost ...
13 Jun, 2026, 03.26 PM IST
Countering maritime contestation: India, France set to deepen undersea defence capabilitiesIndia and France are set to strengthen defense cooperation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to France will focus on accelerating key m...
12 Jun, 2026, 08.28 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
US lawmakers seek $750 mln for Ukraine, rename Pentagon 'Department of War' in defense billThe US Senate Armed Services Committee has voted to extend security aid to Ukraine, allocating $750 million. This move signals continued co...
11 Jun, 2026, 11.54 PM IST
CSIR-NAL ties up production partner for HANSA-3 trainer aircraft; SARAS Mk-2 still in design phaseCSIR-NAL has found a production partner for its HANSA-3 (NG) trainer aircraft. This indigenous two-seater aircraft is crucial for pilot tra...
10 Jun, 2026, 07.44 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
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
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit appointed as next Indian Air Force Vice ChiefAir Marshal Ashutosh Dixit will become the next Vice Chief of the Air Staff on July 1. He currently serves as the Chief of Integrated Defen...
05 Jun, 2026, 01.09 PM IST
Indian Air Force marks milestone with Su-30MKI's maiden landing at Navi Mumbai airportA Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jet made its first landing at Navi Mumbai International Airport. This event marks a significant milestone for the...
04 Jun, 2026, 11.34 AM 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