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DAC Approves HAPS For IAF, Bridging Drone-Satellite Surveillance Void
The Indian Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has approved necessary measures for the procurement of Airship-Based High-Altitude Pseudo-Satellites (AS-HAPS) for the Indian Air Force. This move is part ...
DAC Clears Massive Rafale Jets Order: 114 Fighters To Bolster IAF With Heavy Indian Build Emphasis
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has approved the procurement of 114 Rafale fighter jets from France to address the Indian Air Force's squadron strength deficit. The decision, made on February 12...
Indian Army Seeks Net-Firing Drone Interceptors To Counter Stealthy Swarm Threats
The Indian Army has issued an RFI for a Drone Catcher System to detect, track, and neutralise small, low-radar-cross-section drones and swarms. This initiative highlights the growing threat from unman...
IAF's 114 Rafale Mega-Deal: F-4 Fifth-Gen & 24 'Super Rafales' To Counter China-Pak Threats
India plans to procure 114 advanced Rafale fighter jets from Dassault Aviation, with 24 of these aircraft being the latest 'Super Rafale' variant designed for enhanced combat effectiveness against thr...
Belgium Decides to Sign Contract for 11 F-35A Jets in 2026
Belgium has decided to sign a contract for the procurement of eleven F-35A stealth fighter jets in 2026 as part of its ongoing efforts to modernize its air force capabilities. The decision comes after...
Why Is India Stocking Up On S-400 Missiles After Massive Rafale Jet Order
India is procuring additional S-400 missile systems from Russia in tandem with a recent order of 114 Rafale combat jets to bolster its air defense against potential threats on two fronts. This signifi...
DAC Grants AoN for 288 S-400 Interceptors to Replenish Stocks After Successful Performance during Op Sindoor
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has approved a procurement plan for the rapid acquisition of 288 additional S-400 interceptors to replenish stock levels following their successful performance du...
Japan Joins Initiative for American Arms Procurement for Ukraine - Details
Japan has joined an initiative aimed at facilitating the procurement of US military equipment for Ukraine. No specific details on agreements or mechanisms have been disclosed....
DAC Clears Path For SCALP Missiles To Bolster IAF's Strike Arsenal
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has approved the procurement of French-made SCALP cruise missiles for the Indian Air Force. The deal is expecte...
UK urged to embrace prototype warfare
Senior defense officials have cautioned Members of Parliament (MPs) that the UK's procurement system is too slow and inflexible for contemporary warfare conditions. They advocate for a transition towa...
Canada Might Pick the JAS 39 Gripen over the F-35 Stealth Fighter for 1 Reason
Canada is reconsidering its plan to purchase 88 F-35 jets, potentially favoring Sweden's JAS 39 Gripen due to several advantages such as lower operating costs, greater sovereignty over sustainment and...
Indian Navy Secures Approval For Advanced 4MW Gas Turbine Generators To Bolster Fleet Power Capabilities
The Indian Ministry of Defence has approved the acquisition of advanced 4-megawatt gas turbine-based electric power generators for the Indian Navy. This procurement aims to boost operational endurance...
NATO to Purchase Tank Ammunition from Rheinmetall for €200 Million
NATO has announced plans to procure tank ammunition worth approximately €200 million from German defense company Rheinmetall. This procurement is aimed at enhancing NATO's defensive capabilities and e...
NATO Purchases Armor Rounds for €200 Million from Rheinmetall
NATO has concluded a deal with German defense company Rheinmetall to purchase armor rounds worth €200 million. This procurement aims to bolster NATO’s defensive capabilities and enhance interoperabili...
Indian Navy’s ₹70,000‑Crore P‑75(I) Submarine Program Edges Towards CCS Nod As Cost Talks Are Underway
The Indian Navy’s Project 75(I) submarine acquisition program has reached a critical stage with cost negotiations nearing completion. The file is expected to proceed to the Cabinet Committee on Securi...
India's Torturous Path To Fighter Jet Acquisition: Decades of Delays Amid Soaring Threats
India faces significant delays and obstacles in acquiring modern fighter jets, impacting the operational readiness of its IAF. Key challenges include production issues and shifting priorities. A poten...
Pentagon casts Golden Dome as model for faster, risk-tolerant defense buying
The Pentagon aims to use the 'Golden Dome' program as an exemplary model for accelerating and risk-tolerant defense procurement processes. Marcia Holmes, deputy program manager of the Golden Dome init...
Estonia to procure another 12 CAESAR self-propelled howitzers
Estonia has launched an updated strategic defense cooperation program with France by acquiring additional CAESAR self-propelled artillery systems. By the end of 2023, Estonia's total inventory of CAES...
HAL Denies Reports of Manufacturing Partnership with Dassault for India's 114 Fighter Aircraft
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has formally denied recent media reports suggesting that it was finalized as the production partner for France's Dassault Aviation in the context of supplying 114 f...
Greece procures CAMCOPTER S-100 UAS for FDI HN Frigates
The Hellenic Navy has contracted four Schiebel CAMCOPTER S-100 unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for its Kimon-class frigates. The first system, including two air vehicles per unit, will be deployed on th...
MoD Signs ₹2,312 Crore HAL Contract For Dornier-228 Aircraft For Indian Coast Guard
The Ministry of Defence (India) has signed a contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited worth ₹2,312 crores for eight customized Dornier 228 aircraft intended for the Indian Coast Guard. This deal un...
Israel’s new Apache buy a result of lessons learned since Oct. 7: Analysts
Analysts suggest that Israel's recent decision to purchase more Apache helicopters stems from strategic considerations and operational insights gained over the past two years of continuous military en...
India cleared to buy protection system for Boeing VIP aircraft
The Indian government has approved the purchase of a protection system for its Boeing VIP aircraft. This acquisition will enhance security and safety measures for high-level officials during air trave...
Philippines still eying F-16s, but costs are causing political headaches
The acquisition of new fighter jets for the Philippines remains uncertain as officials struggle with budget constraints. The deal for F-16s faces financial hurdles leading to political complications....
UK aims to sign howitzer deal in coming months
The UK Ministry of Defence anticipates signing a full production contract for its next-generation Mobile Fires Platform artillery system within the next few months as negotiations with suppliers proce...
Canada’s F-35 Fighter Debate Might Finally Be Over Now
Canada's debate on replacing its fighter jets with F-35s appears to be nearing resolution. Despite public reviews questioning the all-F-35 fleet decision, reports suggest that Ottawa may have started ...