India is receiving more retired Jaguar fighter jets from the UK to use for spare parts, helping the Indian Air Force keep its ageing Jaguar fleet operational despite growing maintenance challenges.
India and Belgium launched their first Strategic Dialogue in Brussels, opening a new chapter in defence, trade, semiconductors, clean energy, and technology cooperation while strengthening India-Europe ties.
India plans to deploy amphibious combat boats in Sir Creek to improve border patrols, stop infiltration, boost surveillance, and respond faster in the shallow, marshy waters along the Pakistan border.
India has successfully tested DRDO’s indigenous Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) system, boosting secure military communications and protecting critical networks from future cyber threats, including attacks powered by quantum computers.
Russia has offered India joint production of the Product 177S engine, local Su-57E fighter manufacturing, and technology transfer to support AMCA Mk2, while India remains focused on its indigenous fighter programme.
Svaayatt Systems has unveiled the SGV-500 Scorpion, a combat robot with drone relay technology that allows beyond-line-of-sight missions and improves battlefield communication and surveillance.
The Indian Air Force is planning high-altitude stratospheric airships that can stay airborne for months, boosting surveillance, intelligence gathering, and communications through a ₹15,000 crore indigenous defence programme.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flagged off the 13-day Shaurya Vijay Yatra from New Delhi. The 28 riders will cover nearly 1,900 km to honour the heroes of the 1999 Kargil War.
The Indian Army has launched a plan to procure indigenous AI-powered one-way attack drones with a 1,000 km strike range, boosting long-range precision attacks and strengthening India’s self-reliant defence capabilities.
A tanker near the Strait of Hormuz reported six small boats approaching and warning shots being fired, as rising US-Iran tensions increase security concerns along one of the world’s busiest shipping routes.
