DRDO may soon follow clear performance targets for defence projects after a parliamentary panel recommended KPIs to track costs, technology, deadlines, project progress, and timely delivery of military systems.
India’s selection of Germany’s TKMS for Project-75I has not weakened ties with France, as Naval Group exited the contest years earlier while broader defence cooperation continues.
Defence and dual-use technology startup Zoppler Systems has raised Rs 6.5 crore in fresh funding, led by Finvolve and India Accelerator, to expand indigenous technology and deployments.
HAL’s indigenous FADEC for the HTSE-1200 engine could reduce India’s dependence on foreign technology while improving engine control
Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan are set to strengthen defence ties through a major pact. The agreement could affect Gulf security, regional stability, trade routes and India’s strategic interests.
Independence Day 2026 invites feature all six stanzas of Vande Mataram. The national song will be played before the national anthem at Red Fort.
VTDS has partnered with Czech company DEUS Automation to bring advanced ammunition manufacturing technology to India and supporting local production.
Defence analysts note that such drones can offer lower operational costs compared with traditional manned aircraft while providing greater flexibility in contested environments.
BEL is also looking to further tune RCWS-Sharur by adding the Naval Anti-Drone System (NADS) in the next versions.
The government has approved ₹151 crore for ideaForge under the RDI Scheme to develop the high-altitude YETI logistics drone.
