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July 17, 2025
Latest GA Autonomous Jet Demo Features Live Air-to-Air Engagement CapabilityAutonomous Tasking With TacACE and Optix.C2 Showcase Maturity and Operational Readiness
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July 17, 2025
Belgian Aircrew Completes MQ-9B TrainingGA-ASI's MQ-9B SkyGuardian® Training Was Conducted at Multiple Sites, Including Flight Test & Training Center and Desert Horizon
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July 17, 2025
A New Transatlantic Partnership for European CCAGeneral Atomics announces plans for rapid international uncrewed fighter development
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July 16, 2025
Operation Sindoor demonstrated operational effectiveness and strategic value of indigenous Unmanned Aerial Vehicles & Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems, says Chief of Defence StaffGeneral Anil Chauhan calls for strategic urgency of achieving full-spectrum indigenisation in unmanned aerial platforms & counter-measures
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July 16, 2025
XQ-67A Demonstrates Autonomy and Datalink Interoperability During High Desert Flight TestAFRL's XQ-67A, a second-generation Autonomous Collaborative Platform (ACP), successfully demonstrated integration of government reference autonomy during a recent flight test in the California High Desert.
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July 11, 2025
DRDO & IAF conduct successful flight-test of Astra Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air missile with indigenous Radio Frequency Seeker from Su-30 MKIDefence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) & Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully conducted the flight-test of indigenous Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air missile (BVRAAM) 'Astra' equipped with indigenous Radio Frequency (RF) Seeker from Su-30 MKI platform off the coast of Odisha on July 11, 2025.
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July 8, 2025
Robotican Announces Delivery of Dozens of ROOSTER Hybrid Drone Systems to European Special ForcesCombat-proven ROOSTER system recently secured official NATO registration, reinforcing its operational credibility and alignment with allied defense standards.
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July 7, 2025
The valour displayed during Operation Sindoor & the demonstration of domestic equipment, further increased the global demand for our indigenous products: Defence Minister at Controllers' Conference 2025Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the Controllers' Conference of the Defence Accounts Department (DAD) in New Delhi on July 7, 2025, emphasising the department's critical role in strengthening the operational readiness and financial agility of the Armed Forces.
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July 3, 2025
DAC clears 10 capital acquisition proposals worth approximately ₹1.05 lakh crore under Buy (Indian-IDDM) categoryDefence Acquisition Council, under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on July 3, 2025, accorded Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for 10 capital acquisition proposals amounting to approximately ₹1.05 lakh crore through indigenous sourcing.
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July 1, 2025
Northrop Grumman Leverages Advanced Tech to Build All Three F-35 Lightning II Variant Center Fuselages(PHOTO RELEASE) Northrop Grumman manufactures center fuselages for all three variants of the F-35 Lighting II stealth fighter at its Integrated Assembly Line (IAL) in Palmdale, California.
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July 1, 2025
Air Marshal S. Sivakumar Assumes the Appointment of Air Officer-in-Charge AdministrationAir Marshal S. Sivakumar VSM assumed the appointment of Air Officer-in-Charge Administration (AOA) at Air HQ, New Delhi on July 1, 2025.
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June 30, 2025
Embraer delivers four A-29 Super Tucano aircraft to the Paraguayan Air ForceDeveloped for 21st-century missions, the A-29 Super Tucano aircraft has already been selected by 22 air forces and has more than 290 orders
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June 26, 2025
GA-ASI Announces Investment in Dutch Technology Innovator ArceonGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) announces an investment in another Dutch business, Arceon, following the inaugural Blue Magic Netherlands (BMN) event held in November 2024.
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June 21, 2025
Celebration of the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) at HQWAC, AFS Palam and AFS HindanThe 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) with theme 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health' was celebrated on June 21, 2025 at Headquarters Western Air Command, Air Force Station Palam and Air Force Station Hindan.
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June 16, 2025
Newest Groundbreaking GA-ASI Autonomous Jet Demo Includes Successful Simulated Shoot-DownGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. completed a first-of-its-kind test involving multiple aircraft and advanced software on June 11 that included a successful simulated autonomous shoot-down.
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June 15, 2025
GA-ASI Announces New PELE Small UAS for International CustomersSmall, Uncrewed Launched Effect Delivers Multi-Mission Capability
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June 15, 2025
GA-ASI Adds Saab Airborne Early Warning Capability to MQ-9BNew Capability Will Transform Airborne Early Warning Access and Affordability for MQ-9B Customers
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June 14, 2025
Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) at Air Force Academy (AFA)The Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) was held at the Air Force Academy (AFA), Dundigal Hyderabad on June 14, 2025, marking successful culmination of the pre-commissioning training of flight cadets of Flying and Ground duty branches of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
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June 9, 2025
UK MOD Signs Protector Support Contract with GA-ASIThe United Kingdom's Ministry of Defence has signed a support and sustainment contract with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) for logistics and maintenance of the Protector RG Mk1 Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) system.
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June 4, 2025
Defence Minister holds bilateral meeting with Australian Deputy PM & Defence Minister in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with Australian Deputy Prime Minister & Minister for Defence Richard Marles in New Delhi on June 4, 2025.
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May 30, 2025
First Centre Fuselage for LCA Tejas Mk 1A Handed Over to HALIn a significant boost to India's indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities, the first centre fuselage assembly for the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A was handed over to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) by VEM Technologies in Hyderabad on May 30, 2025.
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May 29, 2025
Make-in-India played a key role during Operation Sindoor; AMCA Execution Model to allow private sector to further bolster indigenous capabilities; Govt-Industry synergy can make India a developed nation by 2047: Defence Minister"Make-in-India is an essential component in our national security and it played a key role in India's effective action against terrorism during Operation Sindoor," Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
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May 27, 2025
Aatmanirbhar Bharat: Defence Minister approves Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft Programme Execution Model through industry partnershipIn a significant push towards enhancing India's indigenous defence capabilities and fostering a robust domestic aerospace industrial ecosystem, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) Programme Execution Model.
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May 26, 2025
Defence Minister reviews performance of eight DPSUs in meeting with CMDs in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh held a review meeting with CMDs of eight Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) at South Block, New Delhi on May 26, 2025.
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May 23, 2025
47th Flight Test Course Officers Graduate with Flying Colours
On 23 May 25, the prestigious 47th Flight Test Course of the Indian Air Force Test Pilot School concluded with a ceremonial Valedictory function, “Suranjan Das Dinner”, at Aircraft and Systems Testing Establishment (ASTE), Bengaluru.
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May 19, 2025
GA-ASI Moves Into Ground Testing of New YFQ-42A CCA
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is pleased to move into the ground testing phase of development on the YFQ-42A production-representative test vehicle for the Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program in preparation for its planned first flight later this summer.
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May 16, 2025
India's fight against terrorism is now part of national defence doctrine, we will root out this hybrid & proxy warfare: Defence Minister at Bhuj Air Force Station
“India's fight against terrorism is not just a matter of security, it has now become a part of the national defence doctrine, and we will root out this hybrid & proxy warfare,” said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh while addressing the air warriors at the Bhuj Air Force Station in Gujarat on May 16, 2025.
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May 11, 2025
Operation Sindoor not just a military action, but a symbol of India's political, social & strategic willpower: Defence Minister“Operation Sindoor was not just a military action, but a symbol of India's political, social and strategic willpower,” said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
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May 10, 2025
Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth participates in Victory Day celebrations during his visit to Moscow, RussiaMinister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth participated in Victory Day celebrations during his visit to Russia from May 8 to 9, 2025.
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May 9, 2025
Second Edition of Tri-Services Future Warfare Course Concludes at Manekshaw Centre, New DelhiThe second edition of the Tri-Services Future Warfare Course (FWC-02), an initiative to prepare India's Armed Forces for next-generation warfare, concluded at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi on May 9, 2025.
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May 8, 2025
Operation Sindoor was successfully executed because our formidable & professionally-trained Armed Forces were equipped with high-quality equipment, says Defence Minister at National Quality Conclave 2025“Operation Sindoor was successfully executed because our formidable & professionally-trained Armed Forces were equipped with high-quality equipment,” said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh while addressing the National Quality Conclave in New Delhi on May 8, 2025.
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May 5, 2025
Defence Minister holds bilateral meeting with his Japanese counterpart in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with Minister of Defense of Japan Gen Nakatani at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi on May 5, 2025.
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May 1, 2025
Air Marshal Tejinder Singh takes over as AOC-in-C Training CommandAir Marshal Tejinder Singh took over as Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C), Training Command on May 1, 2025. After assumption of his new appointment, the Air Marshal paid homage to the brave hearts by laying wreath at the Training Command War Memorial.
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May 1, 2025
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumes the appointment of CISCAir Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumed the appointment of Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (CISC) at Headquarters, Integrated Defence Staff in New Delhi on May 1, 2025. He succeeds Lt General J.P. Mathew who superannuated on April 30, 2025.
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April 28, 2025
Inter-Governmental Agreement inked with France for 26 Rafale-Marine aircraft for Indian NavyThe Governments of India and France have signed an Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA) for the procurement of 26 Rafale Aircraft (22 Single-Seater and four Twin-Seater) for the Indian Navy.
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April 11, 2025
DRDO conducts successful Release Trials of Long-Range Glide Bomb 'Gaurav' from Su-30 MKI aircraftDefence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted the Release Trials of Long-Range Glide Bomb (LRGB) 'Gaurav' between April 8-10, 2025 from the Su-30 MKI aircraft.
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March 30, 2025
Indian Air Force to Participate in Multi-Nation Air Exercise INIOCHOS-25The Indian Air Force (IAF) will be participating in Exercise INIOCHOS-25, a prestigious multi-national air exercise hosted by the Hellenic Air Force.
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March 28, 2025
MoD inks two contracts worth ₹62,700 crore with HAL for supply of 156 LCH, Prachand to the Armed ForcesMinistry of Defence on March 28, 2025, signed two contracts with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for supply of 156 Light Combat Helicopters (LCH), Prachand, along with training and other associated equipment worth ₹62,700 crore, excluding taxes.
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March 25, 2025
Bombardier Defense Announces Order of Two Challenger 650 Aircraft Destined for Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance missions in AustraliaBombardier Defense is pleased to announce that Principle Finance, a renowned provider of customised operating lease for aircraft in Australia...
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March 12, 2025
Tejas LCA AF MK1 test-fires Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air MissileAeronautical Development Agency (ADA) has successfully conducted test-launch of homegrown ASTRA, Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) from LCA AF MK1 prototype fighter aircraft.
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March 12, 2025
GA-ASI's Gray Eagle ER Makes First PLEO FlightsGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) conducted its first flight test series of the Gray Eagle Extended Range (GE-ER) Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) using a Proliferated Low Earth Orbit (PLEO) satellite constellation for aircraft communications.
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March 12, 2025
Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh underscores need for rapid capability enhancements to counter emerging security challengesChief of the Air Staff (CAS) Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh underscored the need for rapid capability enhancements to counter emerging security challenges in the evolving geo-strategic landscape.
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March 10, 2025
CDS General Anil Chauhan highlights the need for developing holistic Counter-UAS System for the Armed ForcesThe Centre for Joint Warfare Studies (CENJOWS) successfully hosted a high-level seminar on "UAS Warfare with Special Focus on Counter-UAS" today in New Delhi.
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March 9, 2025
Rajnath Singh becomes first Defence Minister to visit IAF's Institute of Aerospace Medicine in BengaluruDefence Minister Rajnath Singh visited the Institute of Aerospace Medicine (IAM) of the Indian Air Force (IAF) in Bengaluru, Karnataka on March 9, 2025.
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March 9, 2025
First rear fuselage for LCA Mk1A handed over to HAL by Indian private industry in the presence of Defence Minister in BengaluruThe ceremony is testimony to India's progress towards Atmanirbharta in defence & Govt's commitment to enhanced public-private partnership: Rajnath Singh
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March 5, 2025
DRDO conducts high-altitude trials of Indigenous Integrated Life Support System for LCA TejasThe Defence Bio-Engineering & Electro Medical Laboratory (DEBEL), a Bengaluru-based lab under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), successfully conducted high-altitude trials of the Indigenous On-Board Oxygen...
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March 4, 2025
India's security apparatus must remain adaptive to emerging threats such as cyber warfare, hybrid warfare, space-based challenges, and transnational organised crime: Defence Minister Rajnath SinghAdvanced systems & technologies must be leveraged not only for security operations but also for disaster management & humanitarian relief: Defence Minister
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March 4, 2025
GA-ASI Flies Government Reference Autonomy Stack at Orange Flag 25-1Government-Supplied Pilot Vehicle Interface Used for Unmanned Combat Air Vehicles
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March 3, 2025
Defence Secretary presents report of the Empowered Committee to Defence Minister for Capability Enhancement of IAFDefence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh presented the report of the Empowered Committee for Capability Enhancement of the Indian Air Force (IAF) to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi on March 3, 2025.
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March 3, 2025
General Atomics Introduces Quadratix Software EnterpriseGeneral Atomics is reshaping its software enterprise for the future, merging efforts from across business lines into a single technology grid delivering all-domain response and information dominance.
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March 3, 2025
GA-ASI Welcomes USAF Designation for New CCA: YFQ-42AGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) welcomes the US Air Force's designation for its Collaborative Combat Aircraft: the new uncrewed jet fighter will be called the YFQ-42A.
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March 3, 2025
General Atomics Acquires North Point DefenseGeneral Atomics (GA) today announced the strategic acquisition of North Point Defense, Inc. (NPD), a leading provider of Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) exploitation software and sensor integration, by General Atomics Integrated Intelligence, Inc.
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March 1, 2025
IAF Fostering Civilian Military Co-Operation with Project UDANIn a landmark move to strengthen regional connectivity the Civilian Aviation Ministry, launched its aircraft BOEING-737 flight from Kolkata-Hindon - Goa on March 1, 2025.
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March 1, 2025
Exercise Desert Hunt 2025An integrated Tri-Service Special Forces exercise named Exercise Desert Hunt 2025 was conducted by the Indian Air Force at Air Force Station Jodhpur from February 24 to 28, 2025.
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February 28, 2025
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visits DRDO's Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex in HyderabadDefence Minister Rajnath Singh visited DRDO's Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, the nerve centre for design and development of indigenous missile systems, in Hyderabad, Telangana on February 28, 2025.
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February 26, 2025
DRDO & Indian Navy successfully conduct flight-trials of first-of-its-kind Naval Anti-Ship missileDefence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and Indian Navy carried out successful flight-trials of first-of-its-kind Naval Anti-Ship missile (NASM-SR) from Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur on February 25, 2025.