MoD Releases Draft Defence Acquisition Procedure 2026 To Accelerate Indigenisation And Defence Self-Reliance

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has released a draft Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) 2026 for stakeholder feedback, inviting comments by March 3. The draft marks a significant step in restructuring how capital procurement for defence equipment and platforms will be managed in the 2027 financial year, with a view to aligning purchases with the broader national objective of Atmanirbhar Bharat.The

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India’s Torturous Path To Fighter Jet Acquisition: Decades of Delays Amid Soaring Threats

India’s pursuit of modern fighter aircraft has long been marked by delays, shifting priorities and persistent production hurdles, leaving the Indian Air Force (IAF) short of its operational needs.A recent article highlights two potential milestones in this tortuous journey: a possible contract for up to 114 Dassault Rafale jets to fulfil the enduring Medium Multi-Role Combat Aircraft (MMRCA)

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US Softens Stance In Revised India Trade Factsheet, Signals Flexible Path To $500 Billion Deal

The White House has quietly updated its factsheet on the India-US trade framework, just a day after its initial release, introducing notable softening in language around India’s commitments.This comes amid efforts to advance an interim reciprocal trade agreement, finalised following a recent phone call between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump. The revisions reflect a

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DAC Poised To Approve Solar High-Altitude Pseudo-Satellite For Enhanced Surveillance

India’s Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), the apex decision-making body within the defence ministry, is set to convene soon to deliberate on critical procurement proposals. Chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the council will evaluate enhancements to the nation’s surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities, amid pressing operational needs.A key item on the agenda involves the DAC

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DAC Poised To Approve Solar High-Altitude Pseudo-Satellite For Enhanced Surveillance

India’s Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), the apex decision-making body within the defence ministry, is set to convene soon to deliberate on critical procurement proposals. Chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the council will evaluate enhancements to the nation’s surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities, amid pressing operational needs.A key item on the agenda involves the DAC

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Russia Unveils Enhanced Version of Su-57 As India Searches For 5th Next-Generation Jets

Russia has unveiled an upgraded version of its Sukhoi Su-57 fifth-generation stealth fighter, just as India intensifies its search for advanced aircraft to bolster its air power. Russia is most likely to pitch once again the highly upgraded high-tech version of Su-57 with full ToT to India as IAF seeks stealth fighters.State-owned ROSTEC announced that the latest Su-57 jets delivered to the

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Russia Unveils Enhanced Version of Su-57 As India Searches For 5th Next-Generation Jets

Russia has unveiled an upgraded version of its Sukhoi Su-57 fifth-generation stealth fighter, just as India intensifies its search for advanced aircraft to bolster its air power. Russia is most likely to pitch once again the highly upgraded high-tech version of Su-57 with full ToT to India as IAF seeks stealth fighters.State-owned ROSTEC announced that the latest Su-57 jets delivered to the

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US Trade Representative, Ambassador Jamieson Greer Positions India As Strategic Supply Chain Pivot Amid China Diversification Push

The United States Trade Representative, Ambassador Jamieson Greer, has positioned India as a promising "way station" for American supply chains seeking alternatives to China. Speaking in a recent Fox News interview, Greer highlighted India’s substantial manufacturing capacity and large workforce as key attractions for US firms diversifying away from over-reliance on Chinese production.This comes

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US Trade Representative, Ambassador Jamieson Greer Positions India As Strategic Supply Chain Pivot Amid China Diversification Push

The United States Trade Representative, Ambassador Jamieson Greer, has positioned India as a promising "way station" for American supply chains seeking alternatives to China. Speaking in a recent Fox News interview, Greer highlighted India’s substantial manufacturing capacity and large workforce as key attractions for US firms diversifying away from over-reliance on Chinese production.This comes

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