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Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has officially confirmed a delay in the first flight of the CATS Warrior unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV), pushing it to 2027 from the original 2026 target.This announcement was made by HAL Chairman & Managing Director DK Sunil during the ANI National Security Summit on 28 November 2025.The Combat Air Teaming System (CATS) program envisioned the
Dassault’s proposal for the Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) program represents a transformative shift in Indo-French defence collaboration, moving beyond traditional procurement to establish a strategic co-development partnership.The initiative targets the production of 114 locally-manufactured Rafale aircraft, fundamentally restructuring India’s fighter squadron architecture and establishing
Indrajaal Drone Defence, based in Hyderabad, has launched the Indrajaal Ranger, India’s first fully mobile, AI-enabled Anti-Drone Patrol Vehicle (ADPV) designed to detect, track, and neutralise hostile drones while on the move.This system responds to rising drone-based smuggling and cross-border aerial threats, providing real-time patrolling, autonomous threat assessment, and instant interception
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
BAE Systems has deepened its partnership with Lucknow-based PTC Industries to localise the production of complex titanium castings essential for the M777 ultra-lightweight howitzer (ULH).This collaboration marks a significant milestone under the Indian Government’s "Make in India" initiative, aiming to indigenise critical components of the artillery platform for both domestic use and global
India’s nuclear firepower is backed by a structured and credible nuclear triad that includes land-based ballistic missiles, sea-based submarine-launched ballistic missiles (SLBMs), and cruise missiles capable of delivering nuclear warheads.As of 2025, India has an estimated nuclear warhead stockpile of around 180, forming a credible minimum deterrent posture against regional and global
India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has confirmed a landmark deal with French aerospace leader Safran to jointly develop a clean-sheet, next-generation fighter jet engine in the 120–140 kN thrust class.This new propulsion system will be developed with full Indian Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), ensuring complete Indian ownership over the core technologies.Safran will
India’s journey to strengthen its naval submarine fleet has been marked by
persistent delays and indecision over several years.
Multiple ambitious projects, notably the $6 billion effort to build six
diesel-electric submarines, have encountered significant roadblocks. Issues
such as procedural delays during sea trials, contractor concerns, and
China’s supply of advanced Hangor-class submarines to Pakistan is set to significantly enhance Pakistan’s underwater warfare capabilities in the Arabian Sea by 2028.Despite this development, India’s naval power and readiness in the region remain substantially superior, ensuring its continued strategic dominance.China is providing Pakistan with eight Hangor-class submarines, an export variant of
Russia has offered India the fifth-generation Su-57 stealth fighter jet with
full technology transfer and local manufacturing rights, positioning it as a
viable option for India to counter China’s Chengdu J-20 and the US F-35.
The Su-57 focuses on agility, multi-role flexibility, and features like quick
weapon bay access and advanced electronic countermeasures, complementing its