And, most strikingly, Mr Trump said they were “paving the way” to supply India with the F -35, which is currently restricted to American allies. That only intensified manoeuvring among military officials and arms-makers in Bangalore.

New Delhi's decision on next-generation advanced stealth fighters will have to factor in military data leak concerns, analysts say India faces a decision that could reshape its defence future. Will it embrace the United States' offer to sell its most advanced F-35 stealth fighters,

America has talked about selling the modern fighter jet F-35 to India. This offer was given by Donald Trump during the US visit of Indian PM Narendra Modi. Turkish defense experts have strongly objected to this offer from America to India.

At first glance, the photograph of two fighter jets — one parked on the tarmac and other zooming past it in the air — appears entirely commonplace.

MKIs, is well-equipped for Su-57 production, potentially reducing costs and expediting delivery. The Su-57 boasts supermaneuverability, stealth, and superior combat survivability, positioning it as a formidable alternative to the F-35.

Cost, technology transfer, and geopolitical factors influence the crucial decision for its air force modernization.

BENGALURU, India (Reuters) - Russia has offered to make its fifth-generation stealth fighter jet Sukhoi Su-57 in India for the Indian Air Force, a Russian and an Indian official said on Tuesday, as Moscow looks to boost defence ties with New Delhi.