US-India bilateral relations evolved dramatically after 2000, driven by shared concerns over global terrorism and China’s unprecedented rise. The U.S. is India’s largest export market, accounting for roughly 20 per cent of total Indian goods exports, amounting to nearly $97–$100 billion annually, despite recent tensions with the Trump administration over trade and tariffs. The U.S.Continue reading “Why India is Sceptical About the USA Entering Its Fighter Aircraft Ecosystem: Lockheed’s C-130J May Win, But Its F-35s & Rebranded F-16s Remain a Question Mark”
Category Archives: Aerospace & Aviation
Air War in Kargil – A Revisit
The Kargil War was fought between India and Pakistan in the high mountains in the Kargil District of Jammu and Kashmir, and elsewhere along the Line of Control (LoC) between 3 May and 26 July 1999. Code-named ‘Operation Vijay’, it ended with a decisive victory for Indian forces, and India regained possession of territory occupiedContinue reading “Air War in Kargil – A Revisit”
F-35 Restrictions Pushed Tokyo Toward 6th-Gen Fighter Jet as GCAP Offered Unlimited Access: Japanese Source
China is actively flight-testing advanced sixth-generation air-dominance prototypes: the Chengdu J-36 (an ultra-long-range, heavy triple-engine design) and the Shenyang J-50 (a smaller, twin-engine tailless design). The US is set to fly its sixth-generation aircraft, but full-scale prototype testing is slated to begin in 2028. The Future Combat Air System (FCAS/SCAF) was a major trilateral EuropeanContinue reading “F-35 Restrictions Pushed Tokyo Toward 6th-Gen Fighter Jet as GCAP Offered Unlimited Access: Japanese Source”
The Indo-US Defence Industrial Cooperation – The Gap between Ambition and Execution
US defence sales to India have surged past $22 billion since the initial deal for six Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules aircraft was signed in early 2008. Since then, the US has become one of India’s key arms suppliers. However, despite the growth in military sales and bold initiatives such as the 10-Year Framework forContinue reading “The Indo-US Defence Industrial Cooperation – The Gap between Ambition and Execution”
From Saving Soldiers to Shaping the Skies: The MG Seating Systems Story. How an Indian MSME is quietly building technologies that protect those who protect the nation.
Every defence platform attracts attention — the aircraft, armoured vehicle, the helicopter, the warship. The headlines celebrate the platform, its firepower and its technology. Yet, hidden within every mission is a component that rarely receives the recognition it deserves. The seat. When a mine detonates beneath an armoured vehicle, a high-speed interceptor boat crashes throughContinue reading “From Saving Soldiers to Shaping the Skies: The MG Seating Systems Story. How an Indian MSME is quietly building technologies that protect those who protect the nation. “
Operation Sindoor – Need to Look at PAF Operational Airbases
Reacting to India’s Operation Sindoor, Pakistan hit civilian and military targets in India. They launched “Operation Bunyan-ul-Marsoos”, meaning ‘wall of lead’ in Arabic. Pakistan attacked a large number of Indian airfields at Srinagar, Udhampur, Jammu, Pathankot, Adampur, and down the line at Jaisalmer, Bhuj, and Naliya, among others. Pakistan used drones and cruise missiles. AllContinue reading “Operation Sindoor – Need to Look at PAF Operational Airbases”
Noida’s Jewar Airport Begins Operations – Big Leap for India’s Civil Aviation
Finally, the wait is over! On June 15, 2026, Noida International Airport Ltd (NIAL) officially began commercial operations, marking a historic milestone for the National Capital Region and western Uttar Pradesh. The first scheduled flight was operated by IndiGo, arriving from Lucknow, ushering in a new chapter for air connectivity in the region. India‘s PrimeContinue reading “Noida’s Jewar Airport Begins Operations – Big Leap for India’s Civil Aviation”
Russia Remains a Good Bet for Military Aviation Technologies
Russia showcased the United Aircraft Corporation (UAC)’s Superjet SJ-100, and the turbo-prop Il-114-300 aircraft at the Wings India 2026, in Hyderabad. India’s Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) had earlier signed a MoU with UAC to make the near 100-seat SJ-100 regional jet in India. Russian aviation giant UAC had signed a deal to supply six Il-114-300Continue reading “Russia Remains a Good Bet for Military Aviation Technologies”
India’s Big Endorsement of Russian AD Systems
India’s Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed a contract worth Rs 445 crore ($46 Million) with Russia’s JSC Rosoboronexport for the procurement of Tunguska air defence missile system for the Indian Army on March 27. These cutting-edge missiles will enhance India’s multi-layered air defence capabilities against aerial threats including aircraft drones and cruise missiles. The agreementContinue reading “India’s Big Endorsement of Russian AD Systems “
DAC Clears 114 Rafale, 6 P8I and Discusses Make InIndia Marine Engines
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath_Singh meet on 12 February and gave nod to 114 additional Rafale jets, six more P-8I maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare aircraft, and a discussed the flagship programme to develop indigenous marine gas turbine engines for the Indian Navy. After the DAC granting Acceptance of NecessityContinue reading “DAC Clears 114 Rafale, 6 P8I and Discusses Make InIndia Marine Engines “