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Indian Navy Seeks Common Indigenous 'Brain', Sensors, and Weapon Systems in P-76 SSKs and P-77 SSNs to Simplify Logistics and Cut Foreign Reliance

The Indian Navy is quietly driving a massive internal standardisation initiative for its future underwater fleet. This strategic transition focuses on developing the upcoming Project-77 (P-77) nuclear ...
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Tejas Mk2 Frontline Relevance Under Scrutiny as Former IAF Vice Chief Flags Timeline Delays and Emerging Regional Threats

A few weeks following his retirement in June 2026 as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff for the Indian Air Force (IAF), Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor shared a sharp review of India's homegrown Tejas Mk2 ...
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DRDO Explores 10kN Variant of Manik Engine to Power India's Next-Gen Military Drones, Most Likely MALE UAV or CATS Warrior

India's pursuit of self-reliance in critical defence technology is set to take another major step forward, as the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is exploring the development of a ...
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Lockheed Martin Pledges Completion of Indian Navy's MH-60R Seahawk Helicopter Deliveries by the End of 2026

Lockheed Martin, the American aerospace and defense company, has announced that the Indian Navy will receive all remaining MH-60R Seahawk helicopters by the end of 2026. This commitment reinforces the ...
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As Tata Anchors India's Rafale Manufacturing, Should It Also Lead AMCA or Diversification Essential to Avoid Monopoly?

Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) is rapidly expanding its influence within India's aerospace sector. After securing a major agreement with Dassault Aviation in June 2025 to manufacture Rafale ...
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TEDBF First Flight Possible in 5 Years Post-CCS Approval, Indian Navy Requirement to Exceed 120 Aircraft, Says Former Tejas Chief Designer

At the R Defence Forces First Conclave 2026, the primary architect of India's Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) initiative, Prof. Dr. Kota Harinarayana, offered important updates on the Twin Engine Deck ...
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Starting 2026, HAL to Overhaul Tejas Mk1 Jets with Mk1A's AESA Radar, Improved Displays, and EW Suites

State-owned aerospace and defence company Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has announced plans to commence a significant upgrade and overhaul programme for the Indian Air Force's (IAF) fleet of ...
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How Interim Su-57 Purchase Could Derail India's Indigenous AMCA Stealth Project, Warns Former Air Chief

Former Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria, has cautioned against buying Russia's Su-57 fighter jets as a temporary solution for India's fifth-generation combat needs. He believes that ...
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Data Patterns Unveils Hawk-I 900 GaN AESA Radar Prototype, Offering 876 GaN TRMs to Upgrade MiG-29 and Tejas Fighters

India's domestic military electronics sector has taken a significant leap forward. Chennai-headquartered defence firm Data Patterns recently introduced a prototype of its advanced Hawk-I 900 Active ...
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BHEL Indigenises 40 MW Marine Gas Turbines for Indian Warships, Aims to End Import Dependence on Ukrainian Zorya Mashproekt Systems

Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has reached a major milestone in India’s maritime defence sector by successfully indigenising 40 MW class marine gas turbines. This achievement effectively ...
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IAF Eyes Up to 100 HAL CATS Warrior Loyal Wingman Drones for Future Manned-Unmanned Combat Superiority

Speaking at the National Defence Industries Conclave (NDIC) 2026, Jasbir Singh from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) shared crucial updates on India’s leap into next-generation aerial warfare. The ...
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Uttam GaN-Based AESA Radar for Tejas Mk2 Enters Production, Offering Over 900 T/R Modules and 25% Better Range in Complex Electronic Warfare

India has achieved a significant advancement in its indigenous defence technology capabilities as the upgraded Uttam Gallium Nitride (GaN)-based Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar, ...