July 13, 2026 - Defence Aviation Post

Defence

Pinaka LRGR test marks precision leap for India’s guided rocket arsenal

DRDO successfully tested the Pinaka Long-Range Guided Rocket from an in-service launcher, achieving precision strikes at up to 120 km

National

ISRO Achieves New Milestone with Successful Qualification of Three Gaganyaan Crew Module Systems

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has marked another significant milestone in its Gaganyaan programme by successfully completing qualification tests

Defence

CDS Gen N S Raja Subramani To Brief Rajnath Singh On Integrated Theatre Commands Plan

CDS to present theatre command reorganisation plan to Defence Minister for Cabinet Committee on Security approval, advancing India's military unification

Global News

China’s J-16 Fighter Unveiled in ‘Beast Mode’ with 10-Missile Loadout

China's J-16 fighter displayed in 'Beast Mode' with eight PL-15 beyond-visual-range missiles and two PL-10 within-visual-range missiles, demonstrating PLAAF focus

Indian Navy

Rafale-M Begins Deck Trials on INS Vikrant Ahead of Navy Induction

Rafale-M carrier fighter begins deck trials on INS Vikrant, validating integration ahead of navy induction.

Defence Industry

ASTRA MK-2 Missile Opens India’s Defence Production to Private Industry

India opens missile production to private firms with ASTRA MK-2 advanced air-to-air missile leading the policy shift.

Global News

Russia Deploys Tu-214PU Command Aircraft to Tehran Amid US-Iran Escalation

Russia deploys Tu-214PU airborne command aircraft to Tehran as US-Iran conflict escalates, signalling high-level military coordination and strategic alignment.

Defence News

Modi Strengthens Indo-Pacific Defence Ties as China Tests New Missiles

PM Modi strengthens Indo-Pacific defence partnerships amid China's missile tests and shifting US strategy in the region.

Indian Air Force

Russia’s Su-57E Stealth Fighter Gains Ground in India as GE Engine Supply Stalls

Russia pitches Su-57E stealth fighter to India as GE delays AMCA engine supply, offering combat-proven alternative to India's homegrown fifth-generation