Govt Approves Nuclear Submarines, MQ-9B Drones for Military

The decision to build nuclear submarines was approved by the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS). While the exact number of submarines to be procured remains undisclosed, the Navy has been seeking six such vessels for some time. These submarines will be built at the Ship Building Centre in Visakhapatnam with significant involvement from the private sector. Read More

October 5, 2024

DRDO successfully testfires VSHORADS missile system

DRDO successfully testfires VSHORADS missile system: New Delhi, India – In a significant boost to India's defense capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted three flight tests of its indigenously developed 4th Generation Very Short Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS). The trials, held at the Pokhran Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan on October 3rd and 4th, 2024, showcased the missile's ability to intercept high-speed targets at various altitudes and ranges. Read More

October 3, 2024

Indian Army inducts BEL’s Akashteer System

Indian Army's Akashteer System: New Delhi, India – The Indian Army has significantly enhanced its air defense capabilities with the acquisition of 100 Akashteer systems, advanced Air Defense Control and Reporting Systems (ADCRS) developed by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL). These systems will serve as a crucial asset in safeguarding the country from aerial threats, including missile and rocket attacks. Read More

September 30, 2024

Air Chief Marshal AP Singh takes charge as IAF Chief

Air Chief Marshal AP Singh's operational tenures include being the Commanding Officer of a MiG-27 Sqn and Air Officer Commanding of an air base. As a test pilot, he led the Mig 29 Upgrade Project Management Team at Moscow, Russia. Read More

Airbus Tata Strive Skill Training Centre.

September 18, 2024

Airbus and Tata STRIVE Launch Skill Training Centers in Delhi and Bengaluru

Airbus-Tata Strive Skill Training Centre: New Delhi, India – Airbus, a global leader in the aerospace industry, and Tata STRIVE, a renowned skill development initiative, have announced the opening of two new skill training centers in Delhi and Bengaluru. These centers will provide underprivileged youth with the opportunity to acquire valuable skills in aviation and related sectors. Read More

India DRDO Phase 1 of Anti Ballistic Missile Defense System.

July 24, 2024

DRDO testfires phase 2 of ballistic missile defence system

DRDO tests Phase 2 of India's Ballistic Missile Defence System: New Delhi, July 24: In a significant boost to its national security against long range ballistic missiles, India Wednesday successfully conducted the Phase II test of its indigenously developed Anti-Ballistic Missile (ABM) defence system. The trial, conducted at the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Odisha's Chandipur, marks a crucial milestone in India’s strategic deterrence capabilities. Read More

NewSpace Research and Technologies' UAV.

July 4, 2024

Defence Ministry funds 77 projects under Technology Development Fund

Ministry of Defence Technology Development Fund: India's Ministry of Defence's Technology Development Fund (TDF) scheme has already sanctioned a total of 77 projects with a combined value exceeding $3.6 million (INR 300 crore). These projects have successfully yielded 27 new defence technologies, said the government on Wednesday. Read More

June 8, 2024

Zen Technologies delivers Zen ADS HK anti-drone system to army

Zen ADS HK anti-drone system: Zen Technologies, a leading Indian defense and training solutions provider, has successfully delivered its next-generation anti-drone system, Zen ADS HK, to the Indian Army Air Defence College in Gopalpur, Odisha. This marks a significant advancement in India's ability to counter aerial threats posed by drones. Read More

April 26, 2024

DRDO testfires Nirbhay Cruise Missile with Manik engine

Nirbhay Cruise Missile with Indian Engine: India successfully test-fired its indigenously developed Nirbhay cruise missile on Thursday, marking a significant step towards bolstering its long-range precision strike capabilities. Launched from Chandipur in Odisha, the Nirbhay missile boasts a range of 1,000 kilometers and is designed for conventional (non-nuclear) attacks. This time Nirbhay missile has been tested with an indigenous engine - Manik Turboban engine, reducing the country's reliance on foreign vendors and partners. Read More

March 28, 2024

HAL conducts successful first flight of Tejas Mk1A fighter

Maiden flight of Tejas Mk1A: India Thursday conducted successful maiden flight of an upgraded version of indigenous fighter jet LCA Tejas Mk1A. On March 28, an upgraded variant of the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1, took to the skies for its maiden flight from the state owned aircraft manufacturer HAL’s facility in Bengaluru in Southern India. This successful 18-minute sortie marked a significant leap forward in the country's quest for self-reliance in fighter jet production. Read More