HAL's CATS Hunter stalled as IAF favours supersonic alternatives

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited's (HAL) CATS Hunter subsonic cruise missile project faces delays. The Indian Air Force (IAF) shows reluctance, influenced by the Ukraine conflict where similar missiles proved vulnerable to modern air defences. The IAF is now prioritising faster supersonic missiles like BrahMos-NG or cost-effective glide bombs, placing the stealthy Hunter's future in question.