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India’s defence strategy for 2026 marks a significant phase of military modernisation, anchored by large-scale acquisitions and a strong focus on indigenous production and cutting-edge technologies.The country is advancing its strategic deterrence with notable projects like the final delivery of the S-400 Triumf air defence system from Russia and a planned deal for 114 multi-role fighter aircraft
Russia has recently proposed a comprehensive collaboration with India to revive the Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft (FGFA) program, centring on an Indianized version of the Su-57E stealth fighter, while expressing willingness to co-develop sixth-generation platforms.This initiative includes an initial supply of two to three squadrons of ready-to-fly Su-57E aircraft to the Indian Air Force,
Russia’s proposal to India for the licensed production and comprehensive technology transfer of the Su-57’s Izdeliye-177S engine marks a pivotal advancement in bilateral defence cooperation.This engine, also termed Product 177S or an evolution of the Saturn AL-41F1, promises enhanced thrust reaching 142 kN, superior fuel efficiency, and stealth-optimised thrust vector control nozzles, positioning
India has taken a giant leap in aerospace technology by successfully testing fighter jet wings that can change shape during flight. This breakthrough, led by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), marks a significant advancement from conceptual studies to practical, airborne demonstration, reported DNA news portal.The technology, known as morphing wings, allows aircraft wings
India’s domestic defence production has seen a remarkable rise, reaching ₹1.51 lakh crore, with exports nearing ₹24,000 crore, according to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.He emphasised a significant transformation in India’s defence manufacturing landscape, moving from a nation heavily reliant on imports to one that is emerging as a producer and exporter on a substantial scale.Rajnath Singh
Renamed the Defense Autonomous Working Group, the drone initiative is now conducting wargames and working on larger, longer-ranged attack drones, Adm. Sam Paparo and Pentagon CTO Emil Michael said.
“My job is to pressurize that decision, because the war fighting imperative, I think, is there, and and I’m trying to build a compelling case to get that decision made quickly,” Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle said.
India and the United States have jointly advocated for the imposition of additional punitive measures by the United Nations against the Pakistan-based terrorist organisations Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM), along with their proxy groups and financial backers.These measures include asset freezes and arms embargoes designed to cut off resources essential for their operations. Both
The recent US National Security Strategy document, signed by then-President Donald Trump, claims credit for successfully negotiating peace between India and Pakistan, in addition to resolving conflicts in several other countries.This portrayal has sparked controversy, as India explicitly denies any US mediation in the India-Pakistan conflict. Contrary to the document’s assertion, the Indian
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has made significant strides in advancing indigenous military technology by handing over seven pivotal technologies to the Indian Tri-Services, developed under the Technology Development Fund (TDF) framework.These technologies reflect a blend of innovative engineering and strategic defence enhancements across various domains including