Ten Indian defence companies have entered the race for the ₹30,000 crore MALE drone programme. The project will supply 87 advanced UAVs to the IAF and strengthen indigenous defence manufacturing.
After 25 years of development, BrahMos has evolved into India’s premier strike missile. Its speed, precision, multi-platform launch capability, and growing range have made it one of the world’s most formidable weapons.
Safran may localize up to 60% of the M88 engine in India under the 114-aircraft MRFA program. The move could boost self-reliance, technology transfer, and domestic fighter engine manufacturing.
Bharat Forge subsidiary KSSL unveiled the Simha 4×4 armoured vehicle at Eurosatory 2026 in Paris, aiming to meet global defence needs with a versatile, export-focused platform.
India is exploring three-stream adaptive engine technology as GTRE studies advanced propulsion systems that could power future fighter jets with better range, cooling, and combat performance.
Indian Naval Ship Tarkash visited Seychelles and escorted Coast Guard vessel Zoroaster home after its refit in India, strengthening maritime cooperation and regional security ties.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron unveiled 13 major agreements covering defence, AI, trade, innovation, and digital cooperation, marking a new phase in India-France ties.
DRDO is developing an indigenous Active Protection System for India’s T-90 tanks to defend against missiles, drones, and top-attack weapons, boosting battlefield survivability and self-reliance.
Hyderabad-based Drogo Aerospace delivered the first batch of 41 JK 250e drones to the Indian Army under a ₹72-crore deal, with remaining deliveries expected by August.
India’s indigenous Arudhra radar has sparked interest over whether it can spot stealth aircraft like the F-35. While its advanced capabilities are significant, official confirmation remains unavailable.
