India's Ministry of Defence has begun efforts to join the global sixth-generation fighter jet development programme, aiming to bolster air capabilities in modern warfare scenarios.
The move is part of India's strategy to bolster its air defense capabilities
Aug 08, 2026
06:05 pm
What's the storyIndia has taken a major step toward joining the club of advanced military powers by initiating efforts to co-develop sixth-generation (6G) fighter jets.
The Ministry of Defence informed the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Defence that it is working to join the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) program led by France.
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