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Lessons Learned From India’s Struggle to Maintain the Mirage 2000

Lessons Learned From India’s Struggle to Maintain the Mirage 2000

By Rahul Manohar Yelwe
Acquisition off-the-shelf, rather than a deal to manufacture under license domestically, has resulted in a long saga searching for spares and challenges servicing existing aircraft. 

Japan, India to Conduct First Joint Fighter Jet Drill in January

Japan, India to Conduct First Joint Fighter Jet Drill in January

By Takahashi Kosuke
The exercises, Veer Guardian 2023, mark a historic milestone in the two nation’s defense and security ties.
India’s Air Force Steps Forward as Citizens Scramble for Oxygen

India’s Air Force Steps Forward as Citizens Scramble for Oxygen

By Rajeev Bhattacharya
The Indian Air Force so far has carried out 98 sorties from 11 countries to airlift oxygen-related supplies and other equipment for use back home.

Indian Air Force Takes Part in Multination Exercise Hosted by UAE

Indian Air Force Takes Part in Multination Exercise Hosted by UAE

By Abhijnan Rej
India’s participation in the Desert Flag VI provides an additional data point illustrating the country’s deepening defense ties with Middle Eastern powers.

India’s Defense Chief Opposes Aircraft Carrier Plans

India’s Defense Chief Opposes Aircraft Carrier Plans

By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
CDS General Bipin Rawat reiterated doubts about acquiring a third carrier in a recent interview.

Delivery of Rafale Fighters to India Likely Delayed Due COVID-19

Delivery of Rafale Fighters to India Likely Delayed Due COVID-19

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The delivery of the first batch of Rafale fighter jets to the Indian Air Force will likely be delayed by three months, according to Indian defense sources.

US, India Sign Contract for 6 More AH-64E Attack Helicopters

US, India Sign Contract for 6 More AH-64E Attack Helicopters

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Deliveries of the new helicopters are expected to begin in 2023.
India’s Defense Ministry, HAL Conclude Price Negotiations for 83 MK1A Light Combat Aircraft

India’s Defense Ministry, HAL Conclude Price Negotiations for 83 MK1A Light Combat Aircraft

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The estimated price tag for the 83 light combat aircraft is $5.45 billion.

India to Take Delivery of first S-400 Air Defense System By End of 2021

India to Take Delivery of first S-400 Air Defense System By End of 2021

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The first batch of the Russian-made S-400 strategic air defense systems will be delivered to India by the end of 2021, according to a Russian defense industry official.

India Stands Up New Su-30MKI Squadron

India Stands Up New Su-30MKI Squadron

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The fighter jets of the new squadron are expected to be armed with the air-launched version of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile.

Senior US Official: No Blanket Waiver for India on S-400 Buy

Senior US Official: No Blanket Waiver for India on S-400 Buy

By Franz-Stefan Gady
A senior U.S. State Department official has once more reiterated that sanctions may be imposed following India's acquisition of Russian-made S-400 air defense systems.
Report: India’s Homemade Anti-Ballistic Missile Shield Ready

Report: India’s Homemade Anti-Ballistic Missile Shield Ready

By Franz-Stefan Gady
India’s indigenous ballistic missile defense program has reportedly been completed.

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