In cold-chain (temperature-controlled supply chain) monitoring, the chip can ensure vaccine and perishable supply chain integrity across pharma and food logistic.

Researchers at IIT Hyderabad have developed an indigenous, IoT-enabled system-on-chip (SoC) that seamlessly integrates 4G, 5G, and satellite communications into a single platform, paving the way for “transformative applications” across sectors.

A system on a chip (SoC) is an integrated circuit that combines most or all key components of a computer or electronic system onto a single microchip.

Compact, low-power, and low-cost, the chip extends connectivity to virtually any corner of the Earth—reliably and for years without a battery replacement, said Kiran Kuchi, professor at IITH.

Researchers at IIT Hyderabad have developed an indigenous, IoT-enabled system-on-chip (SoC) that seamlessly integrates 4G, 5G, and satellite communications into a single platform, paving the way for “transformative applications” across sectors.

A system on a chip (SoC) is an integrated circuit that combines most or all key components of a computer or electronic system onto a single microchip.

Compact, low-power, and low-cost, the chip extends connectivity to virtually any corner of the Earth—reliably and for years without a battery replacement, said Kiran Kuchi, professor at IITH.

“While conventional 6G is often imagined as ultra-high-speed networks for immersive applications, this chip represents a special class of 6G technologies: low-power, narrowband, sensor-driven connectivity,” he told PTI on Wednesday.

Such technologies will be fundamental to enabling the “Internet of Everything” and complement high-speed 6G by ensuring billions of devices—sensors, meters, trackers, wearables—can connect intelligently and sustainably, he said.

Observing that the chip has “transformative applications across sectors”, he said wearables and animal tags equipped with the chip can monitor health indicators, delivering early alerts and improving both human wellness and livestock management.

With built-in GPS, assets, perishable goods, school bags, or even children can be tracked affordably and safely, he said.

In cold-chain (temperature-controlled supply chain) monitoring, the chip can ensure vaccine and perishable supply chain integrity across pharma and food logistics, he said.

Water distribution networks can be monitored in real-time, detecting leaks early and reducing wastage, he said.

Talking about the chip’s defence and strategic applications, Kuchi said, with satellite capability, mobile assets can be tracked over vast distances, independent of cell tower coverage which is critical for defence and national security.

He said the chip has already been tested and qualified for essential standards compliance, ensuring interoperability and reliability across diverse networks.

With conformance validated, the chip is now ready to be introduced into operator networks, paving the way for large-scale commercial rollout, he said.

“This success is the result of India’s fabless semiconductor model: the chip is designed in India, fabricated abroad, but tested, packaged, and productized within the country,” Kuchi said.

Crucially, intellectual property ownership rests in India, securing long-term strategic independence, he said.

As the country’s semiconductor fabrication capabilities expand under the India Semiconductor Mission, future production of such chips will also be localized domestically, he said.

Saying that the chip represents a vision of an “inclusive 6G”, he said, by enabling ultra-low-power, sensor-based communications, it complements high-speed 6G networks and makes massive-scale connectivity feasible, affordable, and sustainable.

The wealth of data generated by billions of devices (using the chip) can drive smarter governance, improve citizen services, and strengthen India’s digital foundations in health, education, agriculture, and security.

This aligns perfectly with the goals of Viksit Bharat 2047: a technologically sovereign, self-reliant India that leads in both advanced innovation and citizen-centric deployment, he said.

“Importantly, central and state agencies are encouraged to leverage this technology early and adopt it for the public good, accelerating its impact across governance and citizen services,” he added.

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Calling it a “strategic initiative,” the Army said the step highlights its ongoing efforts to enhance capability and ensure operational readiness in challenging Himalayan terrain.

 In an important development aimed at bringing logistical efficiency to its formations in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), including the high-altitude regions critical to India’s national security, the first exclusive freight train successfully touched Anantnag.

The Army on Monday said, “Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) witnessed a historic milestone with the successful run of Freight Train, the first exclusive freight train of the Indian Army, from BD Bari to Anantnag on 12-13 September.”

The train carried 753 metric tonnes of Advance Winter Stocking (AWS) loads for Indian Army units and formations in J&K, marking a decisive turning point in the Army’s AWS modus operandi.

Calling the development a “strategic initiative,” the Army said this step “underscores the Indian Army’s ongoing capability development efforts to ensure operational preparedness in challenging Himalayan terrain.”

What French military strategist Napoleon Bonaparte expounded long back holds true even today: “an army marches on its stomach,” highlighting the significance of food and supplies, which affects morale and operational effectiveness. Some areas in winters get cut off from the nearest road, restricting all kinds of movement.

Jammu and Kashmir have a significant presence of the military (Army, Air Force & limited elements of Navy), Rashtriya Rifles (RR) Units, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), and other security agencies deployed in Counter-Insurgency and Counter-Terrorism duties, in addition to static deployments along the Line of Control with Pakistan.

The beginning of the freight train, the Army said, is “a unique demonstration of dual-use logistics and military-civil fusion. The return rake of the Freight Train will transport Kashmiri apples to markets in the rest of India. This step not only strengthens the Army’s winter preparedness but also provides direct benefits to local communities.”

Farmers, who in the past suffered heavy losses due to road blockages caused by landslides and floods, will now be able to transport their produce seamlessly, ensuring both economic relief and livelihood security, the Army said.

The initiative reflects the Army’s role in nation-building, extending beyond its core mission of defence to contribute tangibly to the socio-economic development of Kashmir.

By harnessing rail infrastructure for both military and civilian purposes, the Indian Army has taken a major stride in strengthening resilience, connectivity, and prosperity in the region. The move has potential ripple effects, including preserving military assets, reducing costs, and boosting development.

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Under the initiative, nearly 400 professionals have been trained, comprising investigators, ethics committee members and other resources as per global Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.

Roche Pharma on Saturday (September 13, 2025) said it has partnered with ten government hospitals to strengthen clinical trial capabilities in India.

Under the initiative, nearly 400 professionals have been trained, comprising investigators, ethics committee members and other resources as per global Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.

“By equipping leading government hospitals with global-standard clinical trial capabilities, we are helping to bring innovations faster to India. This is a crucial step toward building equitable healthcare and shaping treatments that are relevant for India,” said Sivabalan Sivanesan, Country Medical Director, Roche Pharma India.

The Advanced Inclusive Research (AIR) Site Alliance is Roche’s flagship global initiative designed to expand access to clinical trials for underrepresented populations.

Already implemented in the U.S., the U.K., Canada, and Africa, the AIR Site Alliance is now active in India.

India accounts for 17% of the world’s population and 20% of the global disease burden, yet fewer than 4% of global clinical trials are conducted in the country.

The Initiative aligns with CDSCO priorities to boost participation of government sites in Phase 3 and 4 trials.

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It was euphoria for two boxers — Jaismine Lamboria and Meenakshi Hooda — and their families on Sunday.

A dream that had encountered multiple challenges over the years had finally come to fruition. The Haryana boxers won the biggest bouts of their careers and are set to return to the country as world champions. The two shone brightest in the just-concluded World Boxing Championships in Liverpool, helping India capture two gold medals. Nupur Sheoran and Pooja Rani clinched silver and bronze, respectively.

In the wee hours on Sunday, Jaismine displayed her ability to course-correct on the fly and come out on the winning side at the M&S Bank Arena, where pro heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk was also among attendees. The Bhiwani girl, who’s related to former great Captain Hawa Singh, outsmarted Julia Szeremeta of Poland in the women’s 57kg final. When the referee raised her hand, signalling her historic feat, the 24-year-old was visibly emotional.

“It was a different form of happiness. I won’t be able to express it properly, but it was certainly a joyous moment. Then I ran towards the coaches and told them, ‘yes, I have managed to return with a gold for India’,” Jaismine later reflected.

Jaismine has been a different athlete following her Paris Games heartbreak. She was the showstopper during the national championships in Greater Noida earlier this year and had also shown her high aptitude during the World Cup in Astana. Jaismine said her decision to train at the Army Sports Institute (ASI) has renewed her energy.

“Soon after the Olympics, I went to the ASI to train under coaches like Chhote Lal Yadav (former coach of MC Mary Kom). The coaches devised a plan for me on how to improve my game, what are the things that I need to change, strength-wise, things related to my physical ability. I was working on those for seven-eight months and it was quite productive.”

“I learnt to deal with different styles of games, based on my opponents’ game. That added to my confidence and I was also able to increase my speed. The ASI impact reflected during the national camp as well. The coaches (at camp) continued to work on those aspects of my game.”

Glimpses of her talent was visible for everyone to gauge in the past but Jaismine had struggled to cope with the rigours of the sport at the highest level prior to the 2024 Paris Games. That’s when she she hit the refresh button and looked ahead with healthy dose of determination.

“After the Olympics, my goal was, whatever the competitions will come, whatever had happened in the past…two World Championships slipped away, Asian Games slipped away. In the CWG, I had to be satisfied with just a bronze medal. Mentally, physically, I just wanted to keep my focus and go to a higher level. Gradually, that effort reflected in the nationals, World Cup and this. Deep inside, I had those setbacks in my mind because I had even regretted the misses later. Be it aggression or other skills, whatever was possible, I worked on my game for the last one year or so and even now, it doesn’t make sense to stop now. I want to improve even further. And I’ll do it.”

Throughout the Liverpool campaign, Jaismine had operated like a seasoned star, getting the better of rivals with different styles. She has now taken some mental notes on things that could make her a bigger force.

“What I observed during the championships was that if I can improve on connecting my punches, then it could get even better. I will obviously work on my strength as well and also want to become sharper in regards to my skills. I shall keep adding in the training sessions ahead.”

Jaismine’s story would be a distant dream if not for her uncles, who initiated her to the sport. Jaismine’s late grandfather, a former wrestler, was against the idea of women getting into sports like wrestling and boxing but her uncles — Sandeep and Parvinder — had convinced him to allow her to wear the gloves. She’s just grateful to her family for giving her the push.

“They were proud and emotional at the same time, my uncle or my mom and dad. I’m happy that I could make the country proud and at the same time, make my mom and dad and my coach proud.”

Meenakshi’s fairytale run

While Jaismine’s uncles were supportive, it was just the opposite for Meenakshi, whose uncle initially didn’t approve of her boxing. Daughter of an auto driver from Rurki, Rohtak, Meenakshi has authored a fairytale for herself. In the gold-medal match, Meenakshi got the better of Nazym Kyzaibay, bronze medal winner during the 2024 Paris Games. The victory is not just Meenakshi’s, but also her parents’ and her coaches who had given her wings to fly.

Riding an auto, her father, Srikrishan Hooda, barely could make ends meet when she was still learning the basics of the sport. All the tears and sacrifices have now paid off and they were naturally elated. “She was so dedicated and used to train twice a day and her father had also sacrificed a lot. Even when was not well, she would not miss her training,” Sunita, Meenakshi’s mother, told this daily.

“People used to tell us not to let her box. But she was determined and used to tell her father that women are not any less than men and we’ll show them I can do it.”

With that dogged determination and with the support of coach Vijay Hooda, she began her journey a decade or so ago. And she has never looked back since. Having made history in Liverpool, she is now in a good place to go even higher.

BFI chief lauds champs

Boxing Federation of India president Ajay Singh welcomed the women pugilists’ impressive showing during the campaign. “The performances in Liverpool, where our women boxers defeated some of the world’s best, underline that Indian boxing is on a decisive upward curve. In recent months, we have implemented athlete-first policies, and these results validate that approach. This success gives us the confidence to push ahead with further reforms and new initiatives to empower our athletes. These women boxers are our future Olympic champions,” he was quoted as saying in a release.

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Targeting the Gen Zs, the ex-showroom price of the vehicle is Rs 1,19,000. It is powered by a 149.7cc engine and has two different variants with six separate colour palettes.

TVS Motor Company launched the NTORQ 150 Hyper Sport scooter on Thursday in Chennai. Targeting the Gen Zs, the ex-showroom price of the vehicle is Rs 1,19,000. It is India’s first hyper sport scooter. The vehicle is powered by a 149.7cc engine and has two different variants with six separate colour palettes.

The two variants are NTORQ 150 and NTORQ 150 TFT cluster. NTORQ 150 will be produced in the Mysuru plant of the company.

Talking to reporters on GST rationalisation, Aniruddha Haldar, senior vice-president-head commuter & EV business and head corporate brand & media, TVS Motor Company, said, “The input tax credit (ITC) that dealers have they will be able carry forward and we are actively reaching out to them. The dealers and retailers are very happy with the GST change. We operate with a very lean stock margin, so there is no carrying forward of old stock.”

Haldar also said that capital expenditure on TVS NTORQ is Rs 100 crore. In the annual report of TVS Motor, the company said it had invested over Rs 100 crore on research & development.

The market share of TVS is around 20% in India and the new vehicle will be with 6000 dealers across the country.

Talking on the rare earth magnet crisis, Haldar said, “The government is trying to resolve the issue at the earliest. Till that happens, every company is finding its own way out. We are also exploring one route or other to source critical minerals. For us, it is a day-to-day issue to deal with.”

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Unlike dialysis, the invention is designed to remove any of the thousands of molecules circulating in the blood, and this controlled correction can also be monitored simultaneously.

A doctor from Himachal Pradesh has been granted a US patent for developing a ‘Blood Analysis System’, a device designed to aid real-time monitoring and treatment of critically ill patients.

Bal Chander, presently working as Professor of Pathology at Dr. Rajender Prasad Medical College in Kangra district, said the untimely deaths of his teacher and a school friend were the inspiration behind the project, which he completed in one year without any external funding, sponsorship or collaboration.

“The Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office has received an application for a patent for a new and useful invention. The title and description of the invention are enclosed. The requirements of law have been complied with, and it has been determined that a patent on the invention shall be granted under the law,” the Acting Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office, Coke Morgan Stewart, said in the citation.

According to Chander, the European Patent Office has also ratified the different components, working processes and the originality of the invention.

Talking to the PTI on Saturday, Chander said BAS relates to the concept and design of a new medical device, which is intended for critically ill patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) as well as other patients.

It is a dynamic monitoring and correction system for detecting the levels of various critical data points and suitably calibrating the treatment, tailor-made for the patient’s needs, he added.

“The invention will make it possible to measure the levels of dozens of blood molecules and ions continuously and display the results in real time without the patient losing even a single drop of blood,” he said.

As of now, the blood samples of patients are taken repeatedly and sent to the laboratory for measuring levels of blood molecules like glucose, lactate, urea, creatinine, bilirubin and ions like sodium and potassium, which takes over an hour to make the results available, which is a long period for any seriously ill patient, Chander said.

“These test results are like snapshots of continuously changing blood pictures, and to understand the complex and ever-changing blood picture using these snapshots is like trying to understand the complete story of a three-hour-long movie through just a few photographs,” Chander explained.

Moreover, the BAS is also designed to correct the levels of dozens of blood molecules and ions simultaneously in a very controlled and selective manner without using any drugs, he said.

Unlike dialysis, the invention is designed to remove any of the thousands of molecules circulating in the blood, and this controlled correction can also be monitored simultaneously, he added.

Chander said the untimely deaths of his teacher and a classmate from Sainik School were the inspiration behind the project. While the initial purpose of designing was only to measure the levels of hundreds of blood molecules and ions behind the cause of death, it culminated into a mechanism for both analysis as well as correction, he added.

A native of Shimla and an alumnus of Sainik School Sujanpur Tihra, Chander completed his MBBS and MD (Pathology) from AIIMS, New Delhi.

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The railway line is expected to reshape the state’s economy by lowering transport costs, creating jobs and boosting tourism. The cost of commodities is estimated to fall by at least 20 per cent.

When a two-coach special train carrying railway officials arrived at the newly built platform near Sairang, 85-year-old Satwna stood motionless with his eyes fixed on the gleaming train that had just rolled in.

His wrinkled hands trembled in excitement as he touched the metallic surface of the vistadome coach. For the first time in his life, the octogenarian from nearby Darlawng village who spent his entire lifetime in the hills of Mizoram had a glimpse of a train.

“I had heard about trains, but never thought that I would be able to see one rolling on my land. My dream came true,” he said in the local Lushai language softly. Satwna has never been to any place outside Mizoram. He hoped people of his area could now easily move out of the hill state for jobs, education and advanced healthcare.

With green hills sweeping into the misty air, buildings dotting the slopes and miles of bamboo and banana forests, Mizoram is considered one of the most beautiful yet remote states in India. But for the people of the hilly land, the dream of railway connectivity remained elusive for decades.

The state had just 5 km of metre-gauge line from the Assam border to Bairabi in Kolasib district until the Bairabi-Sairang project was sanctioned in 2008-09. The Indian Railways has recently completed the 51.38 km new line connecting Bairabi with Sairang, about 17 km from capital city Aizawl and 15 km from Lengpui airport, linking Mizoram to the country’s rail network for the first time.

The project suffered delays due to numerous challenges, including landslide-prone difficult terrain, inclement weather, and lack of construction materials and workforce. Despite challenges, the project was fast-tracked with an eco-sensitive approach by constructing more tunnels and elevated viaducts to minimise on-site deforestation and destruction of habitats.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who had laid the foundation stone in 2014, is scheduled to inaugurate the newly built railway line on Saturday. Once the trains are flagged off, Mizoram will be the fourth northeastern state to have its capital linked to the national railway grid.

Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw said it is a historic moment for Mizoram as the state gets connected to the railway network. The Prime Minister will also flag off three trains, including a Rajdhani Express to Delhi, tri-weekly to Kolkata and a daily Mizoram Express to Guwahati, he said.

Engineering marvel

Built at a cost of around Rs 8,000 crore, the railway line is not just historic, but also an engineering marvel after the Chenab rail section in the Kashmir valley and Pamban bridge in Tamil Nadu. The line snakes through 45 tunnels covering a distance of nearly 12.85 km, besides 55 major bridges, 87 minor bridges, five road overbridges and six road underbridges, a feat achieved in one of the most challenging terrains in the Northeast.

One of the most iconic structures is the bridge No. 196, towering at 114 metres, taller than Delhi’s iconic Qutub Minar by 42 metres. Rising from the deep green valleys near Sairang station, it is now a signature symbol of the project. The longest tunnel (No. 40) stretches for more than 1.37 km.

For railway engineers, the entire period of construction was a battle with nature. Even though the railways built over 200 km of road to carry construction materials to different locations for the 51.38 km new railway line, the construction team faced immense difficulties in getting materials transported. The tragic bridge collapse that killed 26 workers in 2023 also failed to dampen the spirit.

Principal chief engineer Vinod Kumar said the project was a challenging task in every aspect. “The men and materials were sourced from various states. While crushed stones were brought from Assam, West Bengal and Jharkhand, sand was procured from Assam. The reinforcement rods were brought from Kolkata and the steel girders from Chhattisgarh, West Bengal and Maharashtra. Labourers were from West Bengal, Assam, Bihar, Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh,” he said.

Carrying girders to the construction site was such a huge logistical challenge that, Kumar said, they had to carry them up to Bairabi using the rail network and then to different sites by making special transportation arrangements. “Sometimes it took more than a month to complete a day’s work due to the logistic issues,” he said.

Gateway to growth

The Bairabi-Sairang railway line is expected to reshape the state’s economy by lowering transport costs, creating jobs and boosting tourism. The cost of commodities is estimated to fall by at least 20 per cent, making life in the state more affordable to the more than 12 lakh people of Mizoram. As per estimates, Mizoram’s Gross State Domestic Product will grow at an annual rate of Rs 500 crore to Rs 700 crore due to the railway connectivity.

A village head C Zonunsanga said construction materials, vegetables, rice, and even petrol become costlier every time the highway gets blocked due to landslides. “The railway connectivity is a major gift to the people of the region after Independence. We hope it will help our state and its citizens prosper,” he said.

Farmers also expect opportunities. Mizoram grows orange, guava and pineapple in abundance along with ginger and turmeric, but struggles to sell the produce outside the state. Currently, post-harvest losses due to poor transport in the Northeast average around 25 to 30 per cent.

“We often sell at throwaway prices because transport is costly and roads are unreliable. The income will definitely increase as the railway will extend direct access to other city markets,” said Lalranthara Rama, a local.

Apart from the logistics, the new railway line is set to give a much needed boost to the state’s tourism sector. The state government estimates that tourist arrivals would increase by 50 per cent within the next five years, an influx that would drive up sales in hotels, homestays, handicraft markets and transport services.

“The new line will bring in more visitors as travel to Aizawl has always been expensive and tiring. With trains, tourists can reach faster through Assam. It will help local youths get jobs,” said Amuana Tlau, a car driver.

While many welcomed the economic opportunities the new rail link promises, sections of the population expressed fears about cultural dilution and demographic changes. Some also flagged concerns over the social impact due to the increased migration.

“We have been waiting for better connectivity for decades. It will make goods cheaper, travel easier and transcend business. Simultaneously, we are worried about the influx of outsiders. We want development without affecting our Mizo identity,” said VT Muani, a waiter.

Officials, however, stressed that improved connectivity will help create jobs and boost the state’s economy. General manager of North East Frontier Railway Chetan Shrivastava said the rain line will ease passenger movement, cut freight costs and lessen the state’s reliance on fragile road links.

“It has been planned to flag off at least three trains on the day of inauguration. The number of trains will increase depending on the volume of traffic. There are plans to expand the line further up to the Myanmar border for which a survey is underway,” Shrivastava added.

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The jet engines will be developed in India under Indian IPR with Safran transferring 100% of the technology to DRDO, including crystal blade technology.

India may soon approve a joint project by French firm Safran S.A and India’s Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), a lab under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) to develop and produce 120 Kilo Newton engine which will power India’s twin engine Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) fighter, a move that comes shortly after Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for indigenous development of jet engines from the ramparts of Red Fort during his Independence Day speech, people familiar with the matter said.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has also indicated that India will soon embark on the critical task of developing engines for fighter jets. HT learns that Safran-GTRE will develop nine prototypes of fighter engines within a time frame of 12 years. The engines will initially developed with 120 KN power but go up in capacity to 140 KN by the end of the 12 year time period.

The jet engines will be developed in India under Indian IPR with Safran transferring 100% of the technology to DRDO, including crystal blade technology, the people cited above added. These are blades in the engine that are usually constructed from a single crystal using super-alloys, and which are efficient, long-lasting, and also cope better with higher heat and stress. DRDO has the technology, but shaping it for high-powered jet fighter engines presents a different level of challenge.

The idea of both Safran and DRDO combining to develop a jet engine has been hanging fire for the past two years but now the Modi government has pushed DRDO to come up with a proposal which will soon be given green light at the apex level.

This 120-140 KN engine will power the twin engine advanced multi-role aircraft (AMCA), which will be developed and produced by Indian private sector with the Tata group, L &T and Adani Defence all ready to pitch in for the national effort.

PM Modi pushed for an indigenous aircraft engine because this is an apex defence technology with significant civilian spin-offs.

While US, Russia, UK and France have the capacity to design, develop and produce own aircraft engines, even China still does not have its own aircraft engines and uses Russian or reverse engineered engines to power its front-line fighters. India’s GTRE tried to develop indigenous engine Kaveri but the project never took off.

While US defence major GE is supplying India with 212 F-404 engines (a deal for the second tranche of 113 engines is to be signed this month), it is also transferring technology of the heavier GE-414 engine but the technology transfer is only around 70 %.

India is looking at its trusted partner France to co-develop the engine as the US offer is often conditional and prone to strategic disruptions as in the past, the people said. They pointed out that France that did not sanction India for the Pokhran Shakti series of tests in 1998 and continued to provide state of the art INGPS systems for Indian missiles as well as spare parts for Mirage 2000 fighters.

With 73 KN M-88 Snecma engine powering the 36 Indian Rafale fighters, it is only logical that India also looks at Dassault for making 114 additional fighters in India for the multi-role combat program. The design, development and co-production of 110 KN engine will change the complexion of strategic game for India as the Indian Air Force will not be dependent on any third country to provide engine and fighters for power projection, the people said.

The Indian Navy will also get its twin engine deck based fighter with the more powerful Safran-GTRE jet engine for its aircraft carrier strike force. It is with the 120-140KN engine that India will power its front-line fighters in coming decades.

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