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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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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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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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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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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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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 ...
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Fresh GE F404 Deliveries Kick-Start Tejas Mk1A Work, but Integration Hurdles and Steep Production Backlog Leaves IAF Waiting

The delivery of three US-made General Electric (GE) combat aircraft engines to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in August 2026 has provided a much-needed boost to India’s Light Combat Aircraft (LCA ...
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DRDO Moves Closer to ET-LDHCM Mach 8 Hypersonic Missile Under Project Vishnu with Booster Integration Progress

India’s classified hypersonic weapons initiative, Project Vishnu, has reached a vital stage of development. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has initiated the manufacturing of ...
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BHEL Indigenises 40 MW Marine Gas Turbines for Indian Warships, Aims to End Import Dependence on Ukrainian Zorya Mashproekt Systems

Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has reached a major milestone in India’s maritime defence sector by successfully indigenising 40 MW class marine gas turbines. This achievement effectively ...
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Indian Army Plans Procurement of 350 Portable Stand-Off Explosive Detectors Under Make-in-India to Bolster Counter-IED Capabilities

In a major push to enhance the safety and operational efficiency of its bomb disposal units, the Indian Army is set to acquire approximately 350 advanced, portable explosive detectors. This move aims ...
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DRDO Confirms Complete Readiness to Develop Agni-VI Missile Upon Receiving Official Government Clearance

India’s premier defence research agency is fully prepared to launch the development of the highly anticipated Agni-VI intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), awaiting only the green light from the ...
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Vajra Air Defence Drills Validate Akashteer's Sensor-to-Shooter Response in Day and Night Exercises

The Indian Army’s Vajra Air Defence Warriors recently conducted comprehensive day-and-night military exercises to test and refine their tactical engagement protocols. These intensive drills were ...