Safran Engine Proposal for LCA Mk-2: Right Move for India?
India today stands at a decisive moment in its fighter jet journey. The Safran engine proposal for LCA Mk-2 is not just about specifications; it…
Kaveri Derivative Engine D-1: Godrej Delivers First Serial Jet Engine
On September 20, 2025, Godrej Aerospace delivered the Kaveri Derivative Engine D-1, and my first thought was how far India has come since the early…
Kalyani M4: India’s Mine-Protected Multi-Role Armoured Personnel Carrier
Whenever I read about the safety of Indian soldiers in high-risk missions, I often ask myself: What protects them on the ground, apart from courage?…
AI-based Automatic Target Classifying System Patent by Indian Army
On today’s battlefield, speed is survival. Radar operators in the Indian Army face a growing challenge, identifying whether a fast-approaching blip is an aircraft, a…
15-Year Defence Modernisation Plan for India 2025–2040
India stands at a turning point in its defence journey. For decades, the Armed Forces relied on imports and short-term fixes, often paying the price…
Rajnath Singh Spoke About Invisible Challenges: 5 Threats
When Defence Minister Rajnath Singh spoke about invisible challenges becoming the focus of his recent speech, it stood out as one of the most important…
India Exempted Customs Duty on Defence Imports: 18 Categories
On 17 September 2025, the government made a bold move: India exempted customs duty on defence imports. For defence watchers like me, this is more…
Rafale F4 vs F5: India’s ₹2 Lakh Cr Fighter Jet Decision
India is preparing to finalise its largest-ever fighter jet contract: a ₹2 lakh crore deal where it must choose between Rafale F4 vs F5. While…
Rafale Fighter Jet Cost India: Is the ₹2 Lakh Crore Deal Worth It?
When I first saw the figure ₹2 lakh crore for 114 Rafale fighter jets, I paused. As a defence enthusiast and editor of DefenceNewsIndia, this…
114 Made in India Rafale Jets: India’s Biggest Fighter Deal Ahead
₹2 lakh crore. 114 fighter jets. One historic deal. The Indian Air Force’s proposal to acquire 114 Made in India Rafale jets is set to…