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Aero India 2025: Russian Su-57, American F-35 fighter aircraft steal show in Bengaluru

In a first, the Aero India mega event witnessed the participation of two of the world's most advanced fifth-generation fighter aircraft equipped with stealth capabilities.

Evolving global security demands innovation, stronger ties: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday asserted that the evolving global security scenario demands innovative approaches and stronger partnerships. Addressing the Defence Ministers' Conclave organised as part of the Aero India 2025 here, he said, India believes that international order and peace cannot be ensured from a position of weakness. "Today, increasing number of conflicts is making our world, a more unpredictable place. New power plays, new methods and new means of weaponisation, increased role of non-state actors and disruptive technologies, have made the world order more fragile," Singh said. At the same time, the distinction between security of the borders and internal security is getting blurred, as hybrid warfare can target critical national infrastructure even during the peace time, he said, "the definition of front line is changing fast today. Moreover, the dimensions of cyberspace and outer space are challenging the established definition of sovereignty." "It is

Navy's MiG-29K, anti-ship helicopters to be displayed at Aero India

A range of naval aviation assets, including MiG-29K -- a fourth generation carrier-borne fighter aircraft -- Seaking 42B and anti-ship helicopters will be showcased by the Indian Navy at the Aero India 2025, officials said on Sunday. Besides, the Navy will also display the Light Combat Aircraft (Navy) in the exhibition area. The aircraft is designed by Aeronautical Design Agency (ADA) and manufactured by Bengaluru-based Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to inaugurate the 15th edition of 'Aero India', billed as Asia's largest air show. He will also inaugurate an India Pavillion at the venue in Bengaluru. The Indian Navy will put on display in the India Pavillion a "scaled model" of its future deck borne fighter -- the Twin Engine Deck-Based Fighter or TEDBF (4++ generation aircraft) -- designed by ADA, the ministry said. Indian Navy has championed the cause of 'Aatmanirbharta' wherein it has "transformed from a 'Buyer's Navy' to a 'Builder's

Aero India: Defence minister visits HAL's production facility in Bengaluru

After arriving at HAL Airport, Singh visited the state-of-the-art Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) MK1A production facility of HAL

Aero India: BEL to showcase AI-powered warfare tech, latest innovations

Navratna Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) will showcase its latest offerings for the armed forces at Aero India 2025, scheduled to be held at Yelahanka Air Force Station, Bengaluru, from February 10 to 14. Aero India 2025 will feature a range of advanced products and systems from BEL, according to the press release. Among the key offerings in communication equipment are variants of Software Defined Radio, Radio on the Move, and High Capacity Radio Relay. Electro-optic devices on display will include the Uncooled Thermal Imager Sight for Assault Rifles, Passive Night Vision Goggles, and the Border Observation Surveillance System. In the domain of airborne electronic warfare and avionics, BEL will showcase products such as the Stall Protection System for helicopters, Digital Flight Control Computer, and Tactical Data Link for naval platforms. Shipborne systems on display will include the Passive Hydrophone Element (Low and Medium Frequency), HUMSA-NG Transducer Element,

Aero India Show 2025: Check registration process, tickets, venue and more

Aero India 2025 will be held from Feb 10-14 in Bengaluru, showcasing cutting-edge aerospace and defence technologies. The event will feature industry leaders and global defence and aviation experts

Aero India 2025: Traffic advisory issued ahead of air show in Bengaluru

Bengaluru police issued traffic advisory, including restrictions and diversions at many places near the Yelahanka Air Force Station from February 10 to 14

All about Aero India 2025: One of Asia’s biggest aerospace and defense exhibitions

One of Asia's biggest aerospace and defense exhibitions, Aero India, is all set to take place in Bengaluru from February 10. Watch the video to know the details.

India has one of the largest Defence Industrial Ecosystems in Asia: Rajnath

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasised the crucial role of these reforms in shaping India's self-reliance, noting the immense potential for foreign companies in India's aerospace and defence sector

Bharat Dynamics jumps 5% on strong outlook; stock up 23% in 2 weeks

In the past two weeks, the stock rallied 23 per cent after the state-owned aerospace & defense company said that it has received export order worth $255 million

Indian Army shows interest in locally-made jetpack on display at Aero India

An indigenously-developed jetpack has elicited interest of the defence forces, especially the Indian Army which has called for a demonstration, the device manufacturer said on Friday. Absolute Composites Private Limited which manufactures Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) has come up with the jetpack propelled by turbojet engines. "It is a working model. We have trained pilots also," Raghav Reddy, managing director of the company, told PTI. He said the firm has not yet received orders but the Indian armed forces evinced interest. "Next week, there will be a demonstration in a hilly terrain where they will evaluate the configuration and its functionality. If we are able to tick their boxes of requirement, then they may look at buying but as of now it's a Request For Proposal (RFP)," Reddy explained. Stating that the jetpack is a prototype, the company MD said he was confident that their product will qualify. According to him, the jetpack has endurance of seven to eight minutes and it

Bharat Dynamics soars 11% after it signs 10 MoUs at Aero India 2023

The company entered into 10 Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) with several foreign and Indian companies during Aero India - 2023

Bharat Forge Ltd signs MoU with Paramount group at Aero India 2023

BFL and global aerospace and technology company, Paramount Group have signed a MoU for the development and production of Composite Rotor Blades, Mission Systems and Stores Management systems.

Hindustan Aeronautics' Dhruv choppers to get monitors to dodge obstacles

The agreement, announced at the Aero India 2023, includes transfer of intellectual property (IP) for the design and manufacture of the OAS for Indian helicopters and potential future exports

Aero India Show: Defence stocks a good long-term bet, say analysts

In the near-term, analysts believe a drop in the defence budget for financial year 2023-24, coupled with premium valuations of related stocks, could weigh on the sentiment

Aero India 2023: Rajnath Singh lauds 'new energy' of defence start-ups

Innovation aided by Make in India that prioritised local procurement, says tech firm Zeus Numerix

CDS General visits pavilions of domestic defence firms at Aero India

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday held a bilateral meeting with Zambian counterpart Ambrosa Lufuma on the sidelines of Aero India 2023 in Bengaluru

Aero India 2023: Indian Army to test jetpack suit from B'luru startup

Indian armed forces are all set to test the suit manufactured by this Bengaluru startup which will enable soldiers to fly like birds and carry out missions in March

Stealthy, speedy, precise: What are fifth-generation fighter jets?

While much has been said about how fighter jets are marvels of engineering, it is imperative to understand what the fifth-generation jets are and how they are the most advanced fighters in the world

LVIE: Air India Boeing purchase will support 1 mn American jobs, says Biden

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