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• HAL's bittersweet Aero India: A Yashas trainer surprise and a Tejas dressing down | Iod, S02, Ep 57

  This episode delves into the bittersweet story of the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited's efforts to develop and build an intermediate trainer jet for the Indian Air Force. This is a project that faced multiple delays, technical issues and questions over safety. It is a project that was nearly written off and considered by many to have been shelved.However, the determined team at the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited had other plans. On this episode of In Our Defence, host Dev Goswami and defence expert Shiv Aroor explore the story of Project Sitara, which given a grand showcase at the recent Aero India show in its new avatar - Hindustan Trainer Jet Yashas.Also featured in the discussion between the two is another moment from Aero India, which coincidently took place right in the cockpit of the HAL Yashas placed on display at the show. This is the Indian Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh's sharp remarks for HAL officials over the delay in the deliveries of the Tejas Mk1A fighter jet.What was behind the IAF chief's public outburst? Dev and Shiv explore and this and more on the latest episode of In Our Defence.Produced by Prateek LidhooSound mix by Rohan Bharti

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• Trump-Modi call and US push to buy American: What's behind the defence sales push?| IOD, S02, Ep 55

  A single line in the White House readout of President Donald Trump's call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi has raised eyebrows-the President emphasized the importance of India increasing its procurement of American-made security equipment. But why was this message made so explicit? What exactly is Trump pushing India to buy, and where is this pressure coming from? In this episode, host Dev Goswami and defence expert Shiv Aroor dive into the evolution of India-US defense ties, from past sanctions to multi-billion-dollar deals, and examine the key American defense platforms India has already acquired. The two also discuss potential purchases that could be on the table under Trump's push, including fighter jets, drones, and missile defense systems. Finally, the two explore India's strategic options -- how can New Delhi balance growing ties with Washington while maintaining its commitment to self-reliance and Make in India? Produced by Garvit Srivastava Sound Mix by Rohan Bharti

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• Pinaka Success Story: Why Indian Army is in love with this rocket system| IOD, S02, Ep 54

  In this episode of In Our Defence, host Dev Goswami and defence expert Shiv Aroor dive into the remarkable success story of the Pinaka Multi-Barrel Rocket Launcher (MBRL) system—an outlier in India's indigenous weapons development journey. Despite challenges that have plagued many homegrown defense projects, Pinaka stands as a shining example of what can be achieved when the armed forces, scientists, and private industry come together with a shared vision. The two explore how the Indian Army’s unwavering support for the system, from its inception in the late 1980s to its present-day deployments, played a pivotal role in its success. Unlike other indigenous projects that struggled for acceptance, the Army threw its weight behind Pinaka from day one, ensuring the project’s progress with consistent orders and operational confidence. The episode also shines a light on the groundbreaking public-private partnership that powers the Pinaka system. The collaboration between DRDO, Tata Advanced Systems, and Larsen & Toubro has delivered a system that rivals international counterparts, offering rapid-fire capabilities, versatility in terrain, and a range of cutting-edge features. Produced by Garvit Srivastava Sound Mix by Suraj Singh

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• India scoring BrahMos export orders. But what took so long? | IOD, S02, Ep 53

  Have you ever wondered why it took India nearly two decades to start exporting the excellent BrahMos missile system, despite its induction into the Indian military in the mid-2000s? What were the reasons behind this delay, and how has India now finally started to capitalize on the export potential of this advanced missile system? The BrahMos missile is a game-changer in the world of defense technology, with its medium-range ramjet supersonic cruise missile capabilities making it an attractive option for countries looking to enhance their defense systems. But what makes it so special, and why are countries like the Philippines, Indonesia, and Vietnam lining up to get their hands on it? Host Dev Goswami and defence expert Shiv Aroor discuss this and more as they uncover the ugly truths of India’s efforts to export the BrahMos. Produced by Garvit Srivastava Sound Mix by Nitin Rawat

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• A Dhruv crash & an Air Force chief's Tejas lament: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited in focus| IOD, S02, Ep 52

  The Hindustan Aeronautics Limited - India's premier aerospace manufacturing company - is in focus this week due to factors some argue are beyond its control. A fatal crash of a Dhruv Mk III Advanced Light Helicopter has led to a fleet wide grounding across all the services that operate it. And, in an unrelated development, the Indian Air Force expressed frustration with the delays in the deliveries of the Tejas fighter jet. Both the machines in question are the crown jewels of the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited's efforts design, develop and build indigenous aircraft for India's military. The Hindustan Aeronautics Limited plays an outsized role in India's military aviation and the two developments have once again put the spotlight on the government-owned behemoth's ability to deliver quality on time. And so, on this episode of In Our Defence, host Dev Goswami and defence expert Shiv Aroor take a close look at the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited and all that's wrong - and also what's right - with the organisation. The two explore what the HAL needs to do to in order to shrug off its bureaucratic past and move into the competitive future where its position as India's sole supplier of military aviation equipment is at threat. Dev and Shiv also take a particular close look as Indian Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh's recent lament of not getting the Tejas fighter jets on time. The Air Force chief unusually strong comments raised a few eyebrows. What's behind the sentiment? Tune in for this and more to the latest episode of In Our Defence. Tune in to our previous episode on HAL here: https://indiatoday.link/NKw4 Produced by Garvit Srivastava Sound Mix by Nitin Rawat

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