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GE Ships 4 More F404 Engines to HAL in Sept, Aims to Clear Tejas Mk1A Backlog by 2028

In a significant development for India's indigenous fighter programme, US-based GE Aerospace shipped four F404-IN20 engines to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in September 2026. This latest ...
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Report Reveals Over 30 Pakistani Military Personnel Have Been Implicated in Global Terror Networks Since 2003

As many as 32 serving or former Pakistani military personnel have been convicted, prosecuted, investigated, designated, or credibly associated with terrorist groups, terrorism-related conspiracies or ...
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30 Tejas Mk1A Already Manufactured, Flown, and Tested But Await GE F404 Engines for Formal Delivery to IAF, Says HAL

During its recent Q4 FY26 earnings conference call, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) shared a crucial update on India's flagship fighter jet project. The state-run aerospace manufacturer announced ...
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Lockheed Martin Pledges Completion of Indian Navy's MH-60R Seahawk Helicopter Deliveries by the End of 2026

Lockheed Martin, the American aerospace and defense company, has announced that the Indian Navy will receive all remaining MH-60R Seahawk helicopters by the end of 2026. This commitment reinforces the ...
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Tejas Mk2 Frontline Relevance Under Scrutiny as Former IAF Vice Chief Flags Timeline Delays and Emerging Regional Threats

A few weeks following his retirement in June 2026 as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff for the Indian Air Force (IAF), Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor shared a sharp review of India's homegrown Tejas Mk2 ...
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GE Commits to Deliver 30 F404 Engines Annually from FY2027–28 to Resolve Tejas Mk1A Production Backlogs

In a major step toward stabilizing India’s premier indigenous fighter programme, GE Aerospace has committed to a significant ramp-up in engine deliveries. Starting from the 2027–28 financial year (FY) ...
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Mystery Surrounds Future of INS Chakra II as Satellite Imagery Reveals it Sits Idle at Russian Naval Base

The future of INS Chakra II, a Russian-made Akula-class nuclear-powered attack submarine leased to India for ten years, hangs in the balance. Recent satellite imagery reveals the vessel docked ...
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Russia Offers Su-57E and Su-35M to India with Full ToT to Address IAF's Squadron Shortfall and 5th-Gen Fighter Needs

In a major strategic move, Russia has formally offered India a two-pronged aviation package featuring its premier Su-57E stealth fighter and the advanced Su-35M combat jet. The proposal, aimed at ...
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India Recalibrates 114 Jets MRFA Tender, Eyeing to Reduce Rafale F4 Jet Purchase to 60 for Interim 5th-Gen Stealth Jets

In a major strategic shift, India's Ministry of Defence is restructuring its plan to acquire 114 new fighter jets. The revised approach aims to address the immediate operational needs of the Indian ...
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India's DATRAN 1500 Engine Roars to Life, Challenging Global Dominance in Armored Vehicle Propulsion Systems

India has made a significant stride in its quest for defense self-sufficiency with the development of the DATRAN 1500, a domestically produced engine designed to power Main Battle Tanks (MBTs). This ...
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Rostec's UVZ Introduces Radical T-90 Modification Without Rotating Turret, Overcoming Critical Vulnerabilities Identified in Modern Warfare Scenarios

Uralvagonzavod (UVZ), a key Russian tank producer operating under the state-owned Rostec corporation, has revealed a significantly altered version of its T-90 main battle tank. Developed using ...
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DRDO’s Uttam AESA Radar Performs 25% Better than Proven Israeli EL/M-2052 for India's Tejas Mk1A Fighter Jet

In a significant boost to India's indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities, the homegrown Uttam Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar has demonstrated performance metrics that are ...