In a major leap toward self-reliance in defense technology, India is set to develop its very own fifth-generation fighter jet—the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) . In a historic move, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved an innovative execution model for the indigenous stealth fighter programme. This model brings together Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and private industry players in a competitive framework, marking a significant shift in how India approaches military aviation manufacturing. This bold initiative comes at a critical time, as China has already fielded two fifth-generation fighters , and reports indicate it will supply 40 J-35 stealth jets to Pakistan . Against this backdrop, fast-tracking the AMCA has become an urgent national security imperative. AMCA: India’s Indigenous Stealth Fighter Dream The AMCA project , spearheaded by the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) , received its l...
Pakistan's First Astronaut to Fly to China's Tiangong Space Station: A Historic Collaboration In a historic milestone for international space collaboration, China is set to send a Pakistani astronaut to its Tiangong space station , marking the first time a foreign national will board the Chinese orbital outpost. Historic Agreement Signed Parties Involved: The China Manned Space Engineering Office (CMSEO) and the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) have formalized this collaboration. Date of Signing: The agreement was signed on February 28, 2025 , in Islamabad, Pakistan. Training and Selection Process Astronaut Training: Two Pakistani astronauts will undergo rigorous training at the Astronaut Center of China . Roles Defined: One of these astronauts will be designated as a scientific payload specialist , focusing on specialized research aboard the Tiangong space station. Timeline: The selection process is slated for completion by 2026 , with the...