hindustan aeronautics

India's ambitious Marut supersonic fighter, designed by Kurt Tank, faced early setbacks due to underfunded engines, limiting its performance. Despite this, it proved effective in the 1971 war, destroying enemy tanks. Bureaucratic indecision ultimately doomed upgrades, mirroring current challenges with the Tejas program's engine development and integration, highlighting a recurring theme in India's aviation history.

In a remarkable turn of events, three Indian Army officers, including a General Officer Commanding, survived a harrowing helicopter crash in the vicinity of Leh. This incident sheds light on the pressing need to upgrade the Army's aging aircraft fleet.

State-run oil companies gear up for production; CSIR scientist says airfares will rise by only Rs 100-200

President Droupadi Murmu will present 66 Padma Awards today, including two Padma Vibhushan and six Padma Bhushan honours, at Rashtrapati Bhawan. This marks the first phase of conferring the nation's highest civilian honours for 2026. A total of 131 Padma Awards have been approved this year, recognizing exceptional service across various fields.

India's space regulator is offering full technology transfer for the reliable PSLV rocket to private firms, aiming to boost commercial launches. This follows a similar move for the SSLV. Despite delays in the first industry-built PSLV and SSLV, the government seeks an industry-driven launch ecosystem, signaling a major shift from ISRO's production model.

India's defense capabilities are being bolstered with the US approval of a USD 198.2 million deal for Boeing AH-64E Apache attack helicopter support. This acquisition complements the indigenous Light Combat Helicopter 'Prachand', designed for high-altitude operations. Both helicopters serve distinct strategic roles, enhancing India's defense against evolving regional threats and modernizing its air force.

India's Sukhoi-30MKI fleet, a cornerstone of the Air Force, is undergoing a significant 'Super Sukhoi' upgrade. This modernization, featuring advanced radar, electronic warfare, and new weapons, aims to enhance combat capabilities for future network-centric warfare. The program ensures the fighter's relevance well into the 2050s, building on its proven performance.

India's Sukhoi-30MKI fleet, a cornerstone of the Air Force, is undergoing a significant 'Super Sukhoi' upgrade. This modernization, featuring advanced radar, electronic warfare, and new weapons, aims to enhance its combat capabilities for future network-centric warfare. Proven during Operation Sindoor, these upgraded fighters will remain vital well into the 2050s.