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Russia delivers fourth squadron of AI-enabled S-400 air defence system

Russia delivers fourth squadron of AI-enabled S-400 air defence system

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The delivery is part of a $5.43 billion agreement signed between India and Russia in 2018 for the acquisition of five S-400 regimental systems. File. | Photo Credit: AFP India has received the fourth squadron of the Russia-made S-400 air defence system, strengthening the country’s long-range air defence network. The system arrived from Russia as scheduled in May, and is expected to be deployed in an operational area shortly, sources in the defence sector said. The delivery is part of a $5.43 billion agreement signed between India and Russia in 2018 for the acquisition of five S-400 regimental systems. Three S-400 squadrons have already been inducted into service; the fourth has now arrived, following delays linked to the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The remaining squadron under the original contract is expected to be delivered in 2027, officials said. Deliveries are now back on schedule. The S-400 will be integrated with AI-enabled decision-support capabilities aimed at improving threat prioritisation and target selection, senior defence officials said. “AI-enabled targeting will assist operators in identifying and prioritising aerial threats. All …

India set to receive 4th unit of S-400 missile systems early next month

India set to receive 4th unit of S-400 missile systems early next month

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New Delhi, India is expected to receive the fourth unit of the S-400 Triumf surface-to-air missile system from Russia in the first part of next month that is expected to further enhance the IAF’s air defence mechanism, sources in the security establishment said on Tuesday. India set to receive 4th unit of S-400 missile systems early next month In October 2018, India signed a USD 5 billion deal with Russia to procure five units of the missile systems and three of them have already been delivered. The sources said the fifth unit of the missile will be delivered by November under an updated timeline for supplying the weapon system. The S-400 missile systems played a crucial role during Operation Sindoor. Last month, New Delhi cleared the procurement of a fresh batch of five S-400 missile systems from Russia t­hat will take the total number to 10. It is learnt that the fourth unit of the missile system has already been shipped and it is expected to reach India in the next few days. India had …

Rs 2.38 lakh cr-defence push: DAC clears 5 S-400 missile systems from Russia, transport aircraft | India News

Rs 2.38 lakh cr-defence push: DAC clears 5 S-400 missile systems from Russia, transport aircraft | India News

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The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) on Friday cleared a proposal to procure five additional S-400 long range surface-to-air missile systems from Russia, months after the S-400s reportedly demonstrated their capability during Operation Sindoor. The DAC also cleared several other key acquisition proposals, including the procurement of medium transport aircraft and remotely piloted strike aircraft for the Indian Air Force, as well as armoured piercing tank ammunition and Dhanush gun systems for the Army, among others. The proposals are together worth about Rs 2.38 lakh crore. The clearance for the S-400s, which has been under discussion for the last several months, comes four months after Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to India in December last year. In 2018, India had signed a $5.43 billion deal with Russia to  buy five squadrons of the S-400s. While three squadrons have been delivered, and deployed on the borders facing Pakistan, the two remaining squadrons are likely to be delivered later this year. In a statement, the Ministry of Defence noted that the S-400s will counter enemy long-range air vectors …

India clears procurement of S-400 missiles, 60 transport planes in ₹2.38 lakh cr defence modernisation push| India News

India clears procurement of S-400 missiles, 60 transport planes in ₹2.38 lakh cr defence modernisation push| India News

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In a major defence acquisition push, India on Friday cleared procurement of a fresh batch of five S-400 missile systems from Russia and 60 medium transport aircraft as well as a few other military platforms at a total cost of ₹2.38 lakh crore to boost combat prowess of the defence forces. Authoritative sources said the approval covers five S-400 units and 60 transport aircraft. (REUTERS File/ Representational) The procurement proposals were approved by the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), the defence ministry’s highest decision-making body on military procurement. It was chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. While the defence ministry confirmed that the DAC cleared the procurement of S-400 missile systems and military transport aircraft, it did not specify the exact quantities. However, authoritative sources said the approval covers five S-400 units and 60 transport aircraft. The IAF is procuring the military transport aircraft to replace its aging fleet of Soviet-era AN-32 and IL-76 planes. The top contenders for the multi-billion deal are Lockheed Martin’s C-130 J Super Hercules, Embraer’s KC-390 aircraft, and Airbus Defence and …

F-35 vs Su-57: How The S-400 Deal Complicates India’s 5th-Gen Fighter Choice | India News

F-35 vs Su-57: How The S-400 Deal Complicates India’s 5th-Gen Fighter Choice | India News

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Last Updated:March 03, 2026, 18:29 IST The IAF is examining options to induct 5th-gen fighters, and two global contenders dominate the conversation – Russia’s Sukhoi Su-57 and America’s F-35 Lightning II F-35 vs Su-57: A comparison of stealth, strategy and the geopolitical hurdles shaping India’s fifth-generation fighter choice. The character of warfare in the 21st century has undergone a dramatic transformation. As nations race to deploy ultra-modern air defence systems capable of detecting and destroying hostile aircraft at long ranges, parallel efforts are underway to outsmart those very shields. At the heart of this contest lies fifth-generation stealth fighter technology, a capability currently possessed by only a handful of countries. The United States, Russia and China have operational 5th-gen fighter jets designed to penetrate advanced air defence networks. India, however, does not yet field such an aircraft. The Indian Air Force (IAF) currently operates 4th and 4.5-gen fighters but has no 5th-gen platform in its inventory. In the aftermath of Operation Sindoor and amid a rapidly shifting regional security landscape, the absence of stealth aircraft …

IAF Releases S-400 Strike Video, Says ‘Longest Ever Kill In Military History’ | Watch | India News

IAF Releases S-400 Strike Video, Says ‘Longest Ever Kill In Military History’ | Watch | India News

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Last Updated:February 27, 2026, 19:58 IST The footage shows a radar detecting a distant aerial target, followed by the launch of a missile that successfully intercepts and destroys it at extreme range. The video also makes reference to Operation Sindoor, conducted in May 2025. The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released a video showcasing the operational capability of its S-400 long-range air defence missile system, claiming what it described as the “longest ever kill recorded in military history.” The footage shows a radar detecting a distant aerial target, followed by the launch of a missile that successfully intercepts and destroys it at extreme range. An on-screen message reads, “Enemy may be out of sight but never out of reach,” underscoring the system’s long-distance engagement capability. The IAF said the intercept represents the longest-range kill achieved so far. #WATCH | For the first time, the Indian Air Force shares a video showcasing the Sudarshan S-400 long-range air defence missile system in operation, along with a caption of scoring the longest ever kill recorded in military history.The …

Chinese Chips In S-400, Su-57? Concerns Surface As India Weighs 5th-Gen Jet Deal With Russia | India News

Chinese Chips In S-400, Su-57? Concerns Surface As India Weighs 5th-Gen Jet Deal With Russia | India News

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Last Updated:February 06, 2026, 16:18 IST Reports of Chinese components in Russia’s S-400, S-500 and Su-57 sparked security concerns in India, but Russia has denied the claims Discussions have continued around potential acquisition of the Su-57 as part of India’s long-term fighter modernisation plans. (PTI Photo) Reports suggesting that Chinese-made electronic components may be finding their way into Russia’s advanced defence platforms, including the S-400 and S-500 air defence systems and the fifth-generation Su-57 fighter jet, have triggered concerns within the Indian security establishment, even as Russia has firmly denied the claims and moved to reassure partners. Speculation that Russia could be using Chinese microchips and Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuits (MMICs) in sensitive military hardware raised questions about potential vulnerabilities in systems already in service with countries such as India. Analysts warned that if such components were embedded in critical defence platforms, they could theoretically expose systems to cyber espionage, data leaks or operational disruption during conflict. India has already inducted three squadrons of the S-400 air defence system, with two more to follow under …

No Need For S-400? India’s KALI Could Be A Nightmare For China’s 5th-Gen J-20 Fighter | India News

No Need For S-400? India’s KALI Could Be A Nightmare For China’s 5th-Gen J-20 Fighter | India News

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Last Updated:February 03, 2026, 18:07 IST Multiple variants of the system, including KALI-5000 and KALI-10000, are reported to exist, each offering progressively higher power output Despite its technological potential, the KALI system faces significant operational constraints. (News18 Hindi) India is steadily expanding its air defence architecture with a mix of imported systems, indigenous platforms and advanced research projects aimed at countering emerging aerial threats. The Russian-made S-400 Triumf air defence system and the indigenously developed Akash missile system are already operational, while several next-generation programmes are under development to strengthen layered air defence coverage across the country. Among these efforts is a long-running and largely classified research initiative known as the KALI project, which focuses on directed energy technology. KALI, short for Kilo Ampere Linear Injector, is a high-power electron accelerator developed by defence scientists to study the military applications of high-energy beams and high-power microwaves. Directed Energy Weapons (DEWs), which include laser and microwave-based systems, are increasingly viewed as a key component of future warfare. Unlike conventional weapons, DEWs are designed to disable or …

Sukhoi Su-57, S-400 Deals On Agenda As PM Modi, Putin Meet This Week | India News

Sukhoi Su-57, S-400 Deals On Agenda As PM Modi, Putin Meet This Week | India News

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Last Updated:December 02, 2025, 15:55 IST The Russian official said Russia is transferring some tech to India, and a joint production will be launched soon India and Russia are partnering not just for the present but for the future. (File) High-profile deals, including Sukhoi Su-57 fifth-generation jet fighters and S-400 air defence systems, will be on the agenda during the bilateral meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi later this week, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed on Tuesday. “It (Su-57) is the best plane in the world. It’s not an exaggeration. The issue will be on the agenda of President Putin’s India visit. But won’t say more. Let’s not discuss details, as we have a lot of competitors in the business. In a just competition, somebody can hardly compete with us,” Peskov said. Peskov held the news conference as a curtain raiser ahead of President Putin’s visit to New Delhi on December 4 and 5 for the annual India-Russia summit with Prime Minister Modi. The Russian official said Russia …

PM Modi visits Adampur airbase: How did Prime Minister ‘fact check’ Pakistan’s S-400, MiG-29 claim?

PM Modi visits Adampur airbase: How did Prime Minister ‘fact check’ Pakistan’s S-400, MiG-29 claim?

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Pakistan had earlier claimed that it had successfully targeted the S-400 air defence system at the Adampur Air Base during the recent escalation. Adampur (Jalandhar): Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s surprise visit to the Adampur Airbase in Punjab on Tuesday morning carried a clear message for Pakistan, effectively countering Islamabad’s disinformation campaign. Standing before Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel, PM Modi was photographed with a MiG-29 jet and an intact S-400 air defence missile system in the background, a powerful visual rebuttal to Pakistan’s claims of having targeted the airbase and destroyed the S-400 system at the base. In the images, PM Modi is seen waving at the jawans, with a MiG-29 fighter jet and an undamaged S-400 air defence system prominently visible in the background. (Image Source : X/@NARENDRAMODI)PM Modi at Adampur airbase The image carried a powerful dual message. It decisively refuted Pakistan’s claim that its JF-17 fighter jets had destroyed the S-400 air defence system at Adampur, and it also underscored Prime Minister Modi’s unwavering commitment to national security. PM Modi’s visit to …