India’s MRFA Program May Feature F5 ‘Super Rafale’ With Next-Generation Safran M88 T-REX Propulsion And UCAV Teaming

Unconfirmed reports indicate that India’s acquisition of 114 Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft under the MRFA program is expected to feature the advanced Rafale-F5 standard, often referred to as the “Super Rafale”.Deliveries are projected around 2030, positioning this variant as a critical bridge until the arrival of the future sixth-generation SCAF/NGF combat system.The F5 standard represents a

April 23, 2026
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HAL Aerospace Renaissance Masterplan: Karnataka’s ₹1,66,000 Crore Push To Make Bangalore A Global Aviation Hub

Karnataka has unveiled an ambitious proposal titled the “HAL Aerospace Renaissance Masterplan (2026–2036)” to transform the 700-acre Hindustan Aeronautics Limited Airport campus in Bangalore into a global aerospace hub.Valued at ₹1,66,000 crore in targeted economic output over the decade, the plan is designed to rival established centres such as Toulouse and Seattle, while creating over two lakh

April 23, 2026
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HAL’s CATS Warrior UCAV Moves Towards Flight Readiness As TATA Elxsi Delivers Centre Fuselage Jig

TATA Elxsi has delivered the centre fuselage assembly jig to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited’s Aircraft Research and Design Centre, marking a decisive step in the transition from demonstrator to flying prototypes of the CATS Warrior unmanned combat aerial vehicle.This milestone underscores the program’s progression from static validation to flight‑worthy integration, laying the groundwork for

April 23, 2026
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India Expands Multi-Layer Air Defence Shield After Operation Sindoor

India has reinforced its border security with a four-layer integrated air defence system following last year’s Operation Sindoor against Pakistan.The upgraded shield combines legacy and advanced systems such as Barak-8, S-400, and indigenous interceptors under the Sudarshan program to counter drones, missiles, and aircraft. This move reflects a broader strategic shift toward sustained deterrence

April 23, 2026
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