A group of Indian-origin aerospace engineers working abroad has renewed calls for policy reforms to allow their seamless integration into India’s indigenous jet engine programs. Over the past three days, experts have highlighted that these experienced engineers face major roadblocks due to the requirement of entry-level competitive exams, which do not account for their global expertise in advanced propulsion technologies. The latest discussions were prompted by advocacy from noted former advisers to India’s National Security …

India is compelled to urgently reexamine its heavy dependence on U.S. defense systems after the United States imposed a sweeping 25% tariff on all Indian exports, effective August 7, 2025. This unprecedented move, with no product-level exemptions provided to India—unlike other nations—could reduce Indian exports to the U.S. by up to 30% and exacerbates existing vulnerabilities in critical military programs. Platforms such as the Zorawar Light Tank and LCA Tejas depend on U.S. engines, spotlighting …

On August 1, 2025, the Indian government reaffirmed its commitment to strategic autonomy by formally rejecting the United States’ offer to purchase F-35 stealth fighter jets. The move came just days after President Donald Trump announced a 25 percent tariff on all Indian imports, escalating trade tensions between New Delhi and Washington. Senior Indian officials, in response to the tariff shock, clarified that immediate retaliation was off the table, choosing instead to focus efforts on …