A ₹64,000 crore deal has been cleared for carrier-based fighters. Delivery in 3–5 years
Squadron strength is down to 31 vs a target of 42. Older jets are ageing out fast
Production delays and limited capability have hampered the LCA’s role in IAF plans
China and Pakistan are advancing. The IAF must be ready for a two-front challenge
114 jets are planned. The focus: capability, cost, speed, and indigenisation
The Rafale-M is progress—but IAF modernisation needs urgency and strategic clarity