TEJAS MK-2 Prepares For Maiden Flight As India Accelerates Defence Self-Reliance

The TEJAS MK-2 fighter jet, developed by the Aeronautical Development Agency in partnership with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, is now entering its final stretch before first flight.Preparations are underway for taxi trials, one of the last milestones before the aircraft takes to the skies. Current timelines suggest a maiden flight by mid-2026, a landmark moment in India’s drive for defence

April 24, 2026
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India To Hold Back On Large-Scale Su-57 Orders Pending Until Superior Su-57M1 Variant Becomes Available

India is reportedly set to delay major orders for Russia’s Su-57 fifth-generation fighter until the enhanced Su-57M1 variant becomes available, according to this international report.Confirmation from Rosoboronexport that multiple countries, including Algeria and Iran, have placed orders for the aircraft was followed by reports from Indian sources that the Defence Ministry has also finalised

April 24, 2026
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India’s Fighter Shortage Revives Debate On Russian MUM-T Model With Su-57 Stealth Jet

India’s continuing interest in the Russian Su-57 stealth fighter has revived debate about whether the Indian Air Force could adopt Russia’s Manned-Unmanned Teaming model rather than the American approach.The IAF is grappling with a severe fighter squadron shortage, operating around 30 squadrons against a sanctioned strength of 42. Delays in indigenous programs, particularly the Advanced Medium

April 24, 2026
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India–US Air Chiefs Strengthen Strategic Partnership With Reciprocal High-Level Engagements

US Pacific Air Forces Commander General Kevin B Schneider paid an official visit to India, meeting Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh as the two nations continue to strengthen their defence partnership. During his visit, General Schneider laid a wreath at the National War Memorial, was accorded a ceremonial guard of honour, and held discussions with senior Indian Air Force leadership. The

April 24, 2026
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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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