Alpha Design Pioneers Indigenous Overhaul of IAF’s Pechora Surface-To-Air-Missiles

Alpha Design Technologies Ltd (ADTL), a Bangalore-based defence firm, has achieved a significant milestone by completing a major upgrade of the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) ageing Pechora surface-to-air missile (SAM) system.This upgrade aligns with the Indian government’s drive to modernise legacy military hardware through indigenous capabilities, enhancing the nation’s air defence infrastructure.

January 29, 2026
Read More >>

DRDO Gears Up For ASTRA MK-2 Trial To Showcase Over 200 Km Strike Capability

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is poised to conduct a critical test of the ASTRA MK-2 beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile (BVRAAM) in the coming weeks.This trial aims to demonstrate its extended interception range exceeding 200 kilometres, marking a significant milestone in India’s indigenous air combat capabilities.ASTRA MK-2 represents the advanced iteration of the

January 29, 2026
Read More >>

Russia, India Eye Joint Su-57 Production In Key Technical Talks

India and Russia are advancing technical discussions on the potential joint production of the fifth-generation Sukhoi Su-57E fighter jet, according to a senior Russian aerospace official. These talks, described as being in an advanced stage, could shape long-term defence cooperation between the two nations for decades.Vadim Badekha, CEO of Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation (UAC), made the

January 29, 2026
Read More >>

HAL Prepares Initial Batch of Five TEJAS MK-1A Fighters, To Approach Indian Air Force For Delivery This Year

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has announced a significant milestone in India’s indigenous fighter jet program, with five TEJAS MK-1A aircraft now fully prepared for delivery to the Indian Air Force (IAF). This development comes after prolonged delays that have tested the patience of the defence establishment.The company’s Chairman and Managing Director revealed that critical firing and

January 28, 2026
Read More >>