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HAL to Convert Six Boeing 767 into Aerial Refueling Tankers for IAF as DAC Approves 9,000 Cr Deal
The Indian Defense Acquisition Council (DAC) has approved a ₹9,000 crore contract for the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to convert six Boeing 767 aircraft into aerial refueling tankers for the I...
India And France Have Accelerated Negotiations For An Expanded Rafale Fighter Jet Deal Ahead of Macron Visit
India and France are intensifying discussions on expanding the Rafale fighter jet deal due to India's urgent need to increase its combat capabilities. The Indian Air Force is pushing for a government-...
DAC Clears Induction of More Israeli SPICE-1000 Bombs for Precision Strikes While DRDO Refines Indigenous Gaurav
The Indian Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has approved the procurement and induction of additional SPICE-1000 precision-guided bombs from Israel to enhance the offensive capabilities of the Indian ...
India moves toward major Rafale fighter procurement
India is progressing toward the approval for purchasing a considerable number of Rafale fighter jets ahead of French President Emmanuel Macron's upcoming visit. The Indian Air Force has submitted a pr...
IAF Chief Urges ADA To Meet Delivery Timelines For Operational Readiness
Air Chief Marshal A P Singh, the Chief of the Air Staff, urged the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) to meet delivery timelines for critical projects crucial to maintaining the Indian Air Force's ...
Taking Bull By Its Horns: IAF Steps Up As Co-Developer of Indigenous TEJAS MK-2, Rivalling Rafale's Capabilities
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has taken on the role of co-developer for the indigenous TEJAS MK-2 fighter jet, setting it up as a rival to the advanced Rafale aircraft. This shift allows the IAF to take ...
DRDO’s New Cruise Missile Aims To Reduce Collateral Damage; Adds Lock-Confirm-Kill Feature
The DRDO is developing an advanced cruise missile for the Indian Air Force with a range of 250 kilometers. This new system combines precision strike capabilities with prolonged surveillance, allowing ...
MoD Weighs Raising IAF Strength to 50 Squadrons After Op Sindoor Review and China-Pak Two-Front Threats
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is examining an initiative to enhance the Indian Air Force's authorized strength to 50 squadrons post-operation Sindoor review, amid China and Pakistan dual-front securit...
From 2001 prototype to Mk1A fleet: Tejas celebrates 25 years of flight with new capability boost
The Indian Air Force commemorated the 25th anniversary of the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas's first flight, marking a quarter-century since its inception. The aircraft has seen significant advance...
IAF Strategically Shelves Standalone C-130J Buy for Special Forces, Eyes Massive MTA Tender Instead
The Indian Air Force has stopped plans to acquire six standalone C-130J Super Hercules aircraft and will now pursue these requirements through a larger Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) tender. This str...
Indian Air Force Anticipates Rudram-II Production Clearance by 2026 as Validation Trials Are Progressing Smoothly
The Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) are optimistic about the indigenous Rudram-II air-to-surface missile securing production clearance by 2026. The ...
Indian Air Force Seeks Larger Inventory of Air-Launched Ballistic Missiles for Future Long-Range Combat Operations
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has initiated efforts to significantly expand its inventory of air-launched ballistic missiles, in anticipation of future long-range combat operations....