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The Indian Air Force is taking a decisive step to address its fighter jet capability gap by equipping the MiG-29 UPG squadron with the next-generation MBDA ASRAAM.This marks a significant departure from reliance on ageing Soviet-era R-73 missiles, which have long formed the backbone of India’s close-combat arsenal. drawing from a report by Republic World.The ASRAAM represents a generational leap
The Indian Air Force is moving to procure advanced long-range surveillance radars (LRSR) to replace older generation systems, some of which have been in service since the mid-1970s.This initiative reflects the growing importance of a multi-tiered air defence network in modern warfare, particularly given the proliferation of diverse aerial systems and missiles.The IAF has specified its requirement
In response to the escalating naval presence of China and evolving security alignments involving Bangladesh and Pakistan, the Indian Navy is preparing to establish a strategic new base at Haldia in West Bengal.This move is designed to fortify India’s maritime stance within the northern Bay of Bengal during a period of shifting regional dynamics.The proposed facility, as reported by India Today,
It is a rare occurrence that the Army Commanders’ Conference and the Navy Commanders’ Conference are being conducted in the national capital with overlapping schedules.The Army summit is taking place from 13 to 16 April, while the first biannual edition of the naval meet for 2026 is scheduled for 14 to 16 April. Both the Army and Navy chiefs are set to chair their respective high-level
The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) is set to host a significant exhibition in Motihari, Bihar, from 15 to 18 April 2026, aimed at showcasing its most advanced technological breakthroughs, announced PIB.Located at the Mahatma Gandhi Prekshagrih, the event will highlight the organisation’s sophisticated systems and the substantial progress achieved under the "Aatmanirbhar
The recent visit of Air Chief Marshal AP Singh to the United States has served as a pivotal moment for bilateral defence relations, highlighted by high-level strategic discussions and a first-hand assessment of cutting-edge American aviation.A central feature of the trip was Singh’s familiarisation flight in the F-15EX Eagle-II, a sophisticated multi-role fighter that has drawn significant
The Indian Navy’s top commanders are set to deliberate on the implications of the ongoing crisis in West Asia, with a particular focus on safeguarding India’s energy security, during a three-day conclave beginning Tuesday in New Delhi.The conference, scheduled from April 14 to 16, will bring together senior naval leadership to review operational posture and capability development in line with
AMCA stealth jet to showcase India’s tech prowressDefence Minister Rajnath Singh has projected a future where India achieves total self-reliance in the defence sector, positioning the nation among the world’s most prominent global powers.Speaking at an event in Lucknow dedicated to the felicitation of war heroes and Veer Naris, the minister expressed immense confidence in the current trajectory
Citing a report from TASS and in a significant move to bolster bilateral military ties, Russia has extended a formal proposal to supply India with approximately two squadrons of its Su-57 fifth-generation fighter aircraft.This offer comes at a time when India is navigating its long-term aerial strategy, with the potential deliveries of these advanced jets slated to begin between 2027 and 2028. If
India is currently evaluating the induction of the Russian-made UPAB-1500B-E precision-guided glide munition to bolster the offensive capabilities of its Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter fleet.This high-altitude, long-range weapon is designed to strike heavily fortified stationary targets, offering the Indian Air Force a potent tool for stand-off strikes against strategic infrastructure.The munition