MQ-9B Deal: No Alternative, No Exit
Observation, after all, introduces the possibility that the observer might intervene. ~ Jeremy Bentham (encapsulating the essence of the panopticon and the power of constant watchfulness) India faces one of…
India’s Su-30MKI Engine Upgrade: AL-41 vs 177S and the Future of Imported Engines
By Amanjot Singh India’s Su-30MKI fleet over 260 fighters remains the backbone of the Indian Air Force (IAF). But the aircraft’s imported AL-31F engines are fast becoming a liability. Performance…
Hindustan Times Misreporting on ALH: Deliberate or Lack of Understanding ?
On September 6, Hindustan Times carried an articles “New Glitch Plagues ALH Choppers” and “Safety Alarm Triggers Fresh ALH Fleet Check.” The piece painted a picture of India’s Advanced Light…
One Sky, One Force: Rethinking Theatre Commands in India
The Crucial Debate on Theatre Commands and Air Power in India By Air Marshal R Nambiar (Retd.) As India charts its defence future amidst evolving threats and transformative technologies, a…
Cabinet Clears 97 Tejas Fighters for the IAF
On August 19, 2025, the Cabinet Committee on Security approved procurement of 97 Tejas Mk1A aircraft. Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the decision. With this approval, the IAF fleet will…
Tariff War Begins to Test India-US Strategic Partnership
India and the United States built a relationship many once believed was stable. However, the ongoing Tariff War is putting that belief to the test. It is no longer just…
Has Airbus Lied? C-295 Delivery Sparks Timeline Confusion
Airbus announced a major milestone. It claimed to deliver the final Spain-made C-295 aircraft to India early. This announcement appeared in multiple Indian media reports including Hindustan Times IANS and…
F35 Crash Near NAS Lemoore – July 30, 2025
An F35 crash occurred near NAS Lemoore in California. The jet caught fire after impact. California Highway Patrol (CHP) confirmed the incident near South Dickenson Avenue and West Cadillac Avenue.…
India’s Complete Spectrum of Tank Engine Development
India is actively building its complete spectrum of tank engine capabilities. The effort spans from 600 HP to 1500 HP engines. Currently, the focus lies on developing an 800 HP…
HAL Earns IAF Commendation for Round-the-Clock Aircraft Support
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has received a commendation letter from the Chief of the Indian Air Force (IAF). The letter highlights HAL’s exceptional round-the-clock support during critical operational deployments. HAL…