India’s armed forces recently witnessed Bhargavastra, an indigenous counter-drone system built to destroy drone swarms. The vehicle-mounted platform combines radar, sensors, rockets and micro-missiles to protect strategic assets.
Military planners are exploring a new concept that turns cargo aircraft into missile launch platforms. The idea could help countries launch larger missile salvos without relying only on fighter jets.
After the successful Kusha M1 missile test, DRDO is preparing to launch the longer-range M2 and M3 interceptors, which will strengthen India’s air defence by targeting threats up to 400 km away.
Dassault plans to take full responsibility for all 114 Rafale MRFA fighters, avoiding the issues that derailed the earlier MMRCA tender and paving the way for large-scale manufacturing in India.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says the Great Nicobar Project is vital for India’s security, helping monitor key sea routes, strengthen maritime presence, and counter growing strategic challenges in the Indo-Pacific region.
India’s newly tested Kusha air defence system is being compared with the S-400, Patriot and HQ-19. Its long range, advanced sensors and indigenous design could strengthen India’s air defence network.
Former Army Chief General J.J. Singh recalled BrahMos’ early trials, saying its precision was so remarkable it could theoretically hit Pakistan PM’s office window, highlighting the missile’s accuracy.
A parliamentary panel has raised concerns over delays in the Dhanush gun programme, warning that slow production has affected Army preparedness and slowed artillery modernisation.
IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal A P Singh urged faster indigenous defence development, saying delayed technology loses value, while praising the Navy’s self-reliance model and calling for greater jointness.
India’s private aerospace sector gets another boost as Paninian unveils the Yantur turbofan engine programme to strengthen indigenous defence propulsion under Atmanirbhar Bharat.
