Senate Wants Study of Alternate Heavy and Super Heavy Launch Sites
Concern has arisen in the military space industry on what the U.S. can do if heavy pad launch sites at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station and Kennedy Space Station, Fla., […]
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TEJAS MK-1A Completes Full Weapons Integration Trials, Achieving India’s Widest Air-To-Air Missile Envelope
The Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) TEJAS MK-1A program has achieved a critical
operational milestone with the successful completion of full weapons
integration and live-firing trials of the ASTRA MK-1 Beyond Visual Range
(BVR) and ASRAAM Close Combat Missiles (CCM).
This marks a major step in enhancing the indigenous fighter’s combat
readiness and
Wings of Resolve: Honouring Wing Commander Syal And Strengthening The TEJAS Legacy
The plume of black smoke rising over Dubai’s Al Maktoum Airport on 21 November 2025 was more than the aftermath of a tragic accident — it was a moment that shook a nation’s heart.Wing Commander Namansh Syal, a 34-year-old Indian Air Force pilot from the serene hills of Himachal Pradesh, lost his life during a low-level demonstration of the MK-1 light combat aircraft at the Dubai Air
HAL Shares Slip After TEJAS Crash, But Key Defence Commitments Remain Intact
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) shares fell around 7% intra-day on Monday on the National Stock Exchange after the light combat aircraft TEJAS MK-1 crashed during a demonstration at the Dubai Air Show on Friday.The unfortunate incident has raised immediate investor concerns over potential reputational risks and export delays, though analysts believe the company’s core production and delivery
Reclaiming India’s Defence Industrial Prestige After The TEJAS Crash: Credible Probes, Transparent Fixes, And Strategic Storytelling
The TEJAS fighter jet crash at the Dubai Air Show on November 21, 2025, presents a serious challenge to India’s defence industrial reputation and its ambitions to become a major global aerospace player. However, India’s response to this incident can transform a setback into a demonstration of resilience and credible maturity in the defence sector.The key lies in conducting transparent and
India’s Quiet Counter-Drone Revolution Hits The Tarmac
India’s counter-drone strategy has entered a transformative phase with the integration of low-tech physical protections, such as tall rigid frames draped in heavy nylon netting, shielding stationary helicopters like the Chetak at airbases.This net acts as a physical barrier to prevent hostile drones from striking parked aircraft, providing a crucial defensive layer on the tarmac.Despite its
SAFRAN Agrees For Full Technology Transfer For Fighter Jet Engine To India
French aerospace major Safran has agreed to transfer 100% of its fighter jet engine technology to India, including critical hot section technology, for co-developing a new engine designed to power India’s indigenous fifth-generation Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), reported Economic Times.This complete technology transfer is unique globally, with Safran collaborating closely with India’s
India Wavers On Fifth-Gen Fighter Jet Choice
India faces a complex decision regarding its next fifth-generation fighter jet amidst the delays in its indigenous Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program. The primary contenders are Russia’s Su-57 and the US F-35 Lightning-II, each with distinct geopolitical, technological, and strategic implications.India’s AMCA project aims for long-term self-reliance but is expected to enter service
Indian Army’s Trishakti Corps Begins Amar Combat Training At High Altitudes Exceeding 14000 Feet
Indian Army’s Trishakti Corps has launched intensive Army Martial Arts Routine (AMAR) combat training at altitudes exceeding 14,000 feet to enhance close-combat readiness in the challenging high-altitude zones along the Northern Borders.This training, conducted in sub-zero temperatures, thin air, and rugged terrain, aims to prepare soldiers to effectively respond in close-quarters combat even
India Entering Golden Era of Defence Innovation Says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh declared that India is entering a "golden era of defence innovation" during his address at the Swavlamban 2025 event, held at the Manekshaw Centre.He emphasised the need for India to move beyond a reactive approach to adopt a proactive outlook to become future-ready amid rapid geopolitical changes.Singh urged the private sector to adopt a "profit-plus" mindset,