Of these, the highest capital allocations have been earmarked for aircraft and aero-engines at Rs 0.63 lakh crore for 2026-27, up from Rs 0.48 lakh crore in the previous fiscal.

Donald Trump said Iran was negotiating “seriously” with the US over its nuclear programme as the president weighs military options after deploying additional warships and fighter jets to the Middle ...

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Dhruv Katoch says India’s 7.84 lakh crore defence budget prioritises modernisation and capital expenditure, including fighter ...

European nations remain integral to the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II program, contributing approximately 25% of the aircraft's components through a network of major aerospace contractors. Of the ...

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While the F-35's per unit cost is similar to other modern fighters, its lifecycle expense is higher, although it offers unparalleled capabilities.