IAF Pursues Russian Su-30MKI Upgrade As Super Sukhoi Stalls On CCS Clearance

The Indian Air Force faces mounting pressure to modernise its Su-30MKI fleet amid persistent squadron shortages and evolving regional threats. With the indigenous Super Sukhoi upgrade programme still awaiting Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) clearance, the service has initiated parallel talks with Russia for a comparable or larger upgrade package, reported New Indian Express.This dual-track

February 25, 2026
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Pinaka MBRL: India’s ‘Baby BrahMos’ And The Dawn of Affordable Precision Firepower

In December 2025, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) achieved a milestone with the maiden flight test of the Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket.This success has thrust the system into the spotlight, drawing comparisons to the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, which proved pivotal in the four-day conflict with Pakistan in May 2025. That engagement saw BrahMos compel a ceasefire

February 25, 2026
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‘Welcome My Friend’; Netanyahu’s Heartfelt Hug Welcomes Modi To Strengthen India-Israel Bond

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tel Aviv on Wednesday for a two-day state visit at the invitation of his Israeli counterpart, Benjamin Netanyahu. The visit underscores the deepening strategic partnership between India and Israel, marked by robust growth in defence, technology, and innovation sectors.Upon landing at Ben Gurion Airport, PM Modi received a formal Guard of Honour, symbolising

February 25, 2026
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PM Modi Lands In Israel: Two-Day Push To Supercharge Strategic Ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Tel Aviv, Israel, on a two-day state visit from 25 to 26 February 2026, at the invitation of his counterpart, Benjamin Netanyahu.The trip aims to deepen the robust and multifaceted strategic partnership between India and Israel, which has seen remarkable growth in recent years.Upon landing at Ben Gurion Airport, PM Modi received a warm personal welcome

February 25, 2026
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India’s Jet Engine Quest: From Kaveri Setbacks To Safran And Rolls-Royce Partnerships

India has long aspired to develop its own world-class fighter jet, complete with a domestically produced engine. This ambition has faced numerous setbacks, high costs, and frustrations over decades. Yet, recent developments suggest a quiet but significant shift that warrants close scrutiny.On 12 February, the chief executive of Rolls-Royce visited Delhi for talks with Prime Minister Modi. The

February 25, 2026
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Embraer Eyes India As KC-390 Production Hub Amid IAF’s Tactical Airlift Race

Brazilian aerospace firm Embraer is aggressively positioning its KC-390 Millennium as the frontrunner for India’s procurement of up to 80 military transport aircraft. The company highlights the aircraft’s versatility and growing adoption by NATO members to challenge established rivals.This pitch comes as the Indian Air Force (IAF) seeks to modernise its ageing fleet of Soviet-era AN-32 and IL-76

February 25, 2026
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PM Netanyahu Hails PM Modi Bond As Key Driver of Robust India-Israel Ties

The Israeli Prime Minister’s Office has underscored the pivotal role played by the personal friendship between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi in shaping the robust bilateral relations between Israel and India.In a statement released by Israeli PM’s office on Wednesday, 25 February 2026, the office highlighted how this deep, long-standing rapport "

February 25, 2026
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Ahmedabad Innovator Unveils Hybrid Powertrain For Ultra-Short Take-Off Aircraft

Cligent Aero, an innovative aerospace firm based in Ahmedabad, India, has embarked on an ambitious project to develop the next-generation Hybrid Ultra-Short Take-off and Landing Aircraft, or USTOL. This initiative marks a significant stride in India’s push towards indigenous aviation technologies, particularly in the realm of short-haul and regional connectivity.The company recently

February 25, 2026
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PM Netanyahu’s Hexagon Draws India In, Stirs Pakistan’s Ire Amid West Asian Flux

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a significant two-day official visit to Israel, marking a pivotal moment in the evolving strategic partnership between the two nations.This trip, his second to the Jewish state after the landmark 2017 visit, arrives amid simmering tensions in West Asia and shifting regional alliances. The agenda encompasses high-level discussions on defence

February 25, 2026
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