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The commercial vehicle maker is also developing a hydrogen-powered Stallion and targeting defence mobility opportunities worth ₹11,000 crore over the next three to five years

Russian President Vladimir Putin has offered New Delhi Russia's fifth-generation stealth aircraft Sukhoi Su-57 and even suggested that the combat jet could even be jointly produced in India in line with the strong strategic partnership between the two countries. For decades, Russia has served as India's primary defence supplier. However, persistent supply chain disruptions and delivery delays stemming from the war in Ukraine have forced New Delhi to aggressively diversify its military procurement strategy. After a years-long search for a fifth-generation fighter jet, India has launched its ambitious Advanced Multirole Combat Aircraft (AMCA) project, widely regarded as the nation's largest indigenous aerospace programme. In an interaction with heads of leading global news agencies, including PTI on Thursday night, Putin delving into various aspects of India-Russia defence and military ties, said Moscow is still keen to involve New Delhi in the Su-57 aircraft programme. "As for the .

The indigenous air-to-surface missile validated critical subsystems and precision-strike capabilities, marking a key step towards operational induction

Gen NS Raja Subramani on Sunday took charge as India's new Chief of Defence Staff and his primary mandate will be to implement the ambitious military theaterisation plan and bolster tri-services synergy. He succeeded Gen Anil Chauhan, who signed off after completing his tenure as the country's senior-most military commander on Saturday. Gen Subramani, widely known as an expert on Pakistan and China, was serving as the Military Advisor at the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS). He retired as the Vice Chief of Army Staff on July 31 last year. As Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Subramani's primary task will be to implement the theaterisation model by rolling out integrated military commands. In his illustrious career spanning over 40 years, Gen Subramani served across a wide spectrum of conflict and terrain profiles and held numerous Command, Staff and Instructional appointments. He served as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff from July 1, 2024 to July 31, 2025 and was General ..

Move follows lessons drawn from West Asia crisis, Russia-Ukraine war, and Pakistan's decision to raise Army Rocket Force Command

Experts express concern as Pakistan expands its fleet with air-independent propulsion technology

One year after Operation Sindoor, India’s defence stocks have emerged as one of the market’s biggest success stories. While broader markets struggled, defence companies saw massive investor interest.

The government credited Indian forces for neutralising terror threats during Operation Sindoor, highlighting that the use of "Made-in-India" equipment significantly enhanced operational effectiveness

IG Defence showcases indigenous long-range KAL drone and JWALA missile system, highlighting the growing role of private players in next-generation warfare technologies

Defence Secretary highlighted the growing importance of advanced weaponry, strong air defence systems, and rapid procurement mechanisms

India welcomes Japan's move to lift its ban on lethal weapons exports, signalling deeper defence ties and stronger Indo-Pacific security cooperation amid rising regional tensions