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India’s ambitious Super Sukhoi upgrade is not limited to the integration of the Virupaksha Active Electronically Scanned Array radar.The radar itself is undergoing a significant transformation, but equally important is the redesign of the Radome, which will house and protect the new sensor system. This dual effort reflects the scale of engineering changes being introduced to the Su-30MKI Read Full Article at Source

Bengaluru, July 16, 2026. Skyroot Aerospace’s maiden test flight of Vikram-1 will attempt to launch from the first launch pad at SDSC-SHAR on July 18, at 11:30 AM. This will be the first time an orbital-class rocket, fully designed and developed by a private player, will attempt to fly from Indian soil. Concerned authorities have … The post India’s First Private Orbital Rocket, Skyroot’s Vikram-1, Eyes Historic Lift Off of its first test flight on July 18 appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

The research focuses on a novel engine inlet, and operational concepts Test occurring on newest Boeing ecoDemonstrator flying test bed Collaboration supports FAA CLEEN programme Rolls-Royce is partnering with Boeing and Lufthansa to conduct flight tests of innovations meant to improve fuel efficiency and reduce noise. Being tested on these flights are: The Next Generation … The post Rolls-Royce partners with Boeing and Lufthansa to test technologies to improve fuel efficiency and reduce noise appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

New Delhi, July 16. The National Security Advisers (NSAs) and senior security officials of the seven BIMSTEC member states on July 16 adopted key guidelines to strengthen maritime cooperation and disaster response, while reaffirming their commitment to deeper collaboration in tackling evolving regional security challenges. The decisions were taken at the 5th Meeting of the … The post BIMSTEC security chiefs adopt maritime cooperation guidelines at New Delhi meeting appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

PHINIA expands European engineering and manufacturing capabilities to support growing global aerospace customer demand European aerospace expansion gains momentum with two new customer wins, UK capability investment, and certification milestones PHINIA to showcase more than a decade of expertise in advanced laser manufacturing and how it may be applied to aerospace applications Auburn Hills, Mich., … The post PHINIA Makes Farnborough International Airshow Debut with Advanced Aerospace Manufacturing Capabilities appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

From Shyam Bhatia London, July 15, 2026. Apollo astronaut Charlie Duke, one of only four surviving men to have walked on the Moon, will headline the American presence at this year’s Farnborough International Airshow, where more than 270 US aerospace companies will showcase the latest advances in aviation, defence and space technology. Duke, 91, who … The post Apolllo astronaut to lead US delegation to Farnborough appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

Bengaluru, July 16, 2026. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) will participate in the Farnborough International Airshow 2026, to be held from July 20-24, 2026 at Farnborough Airfield, Hampshire, United Kingdom. The HAL delegation will be led by Mr. Ravi K., Chairman and Managing Director. HAL is the nodal agency for the India Pavilion, representing India’s growing … The post HAL to Reaffirm Strategic Vision, Global Partnerships at the Farnborough International Airshow 2026 appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

India has seemingly exported its indigenous Akash surface-to-air missile systems to Tajikistan and Turkmenistan, marking a significant milestone in New Delhi’s defence export program and reinforcing its emergence as a global supplier of advanced military technology.Former DRDO Chief Dr Samir V Kamat confirmed the exports, highlighting India’s growing role in Central Asia’s security Read Full Article at Source

In a significant development, Russia has offered India the possibility of using its advanced aircraft engine technologies to support the development of the fifth-generation Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft, Russian media reported.The proposal centres on transferring engineering expertise and design solutions derived from the AL-51F1 engine, also known as “Product 30,” which was created for the Read Full Article at Source

By R Anil Kumar India and Belgium are actively elevating their bilateral partnership through expanded collaboration in trade, clean energy, defence manufacturing, and semiconductor technology. This includes efforts to secure India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and build resilient, diversified supply chains Brussels/Bengaluru, July 15, 2026. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Wednesday co-chaired the inaugural … The post EAM Jaishankar co-chairs inaugural India-Belgium Strategic Dialogue, discusses trade, defence and emerging technologies appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source