The Indian Army plans to procure 350 portable explosive detectors that can find hidden IEDs from a safe distance, helping troops detect threats faster and improve counter-terror operations.
India will use Tarang Shakti 2026 to showcase its growing defence manufacturing capabilities to foreign air force officials, highlighting indigenous aircraft, weapons, technology and major aerospace production facilities.
The Defence Ministry has signed an Rs 811 crore contract with Bharat Dynamics Limited for 160 Smart Anti Airfield Weapons, boosting the Indian Air Force’s precision strike capabilities.
France is advancing the Rafale F5 with a stronger radar, upgraded electronic warfare, improved engine and new weapons as India considers a major 114-fighter deal under its MRFA programme.
Rajkot Police arrested a 33-year-old man accused of posing as an IAF Squadron Leader on Instagram and allegedly taking ₹1.95 lakh from a woman by promising her defence employment.
Assam Rifles and NIT Chumoukedima are exploring drone technology for Northeast operations, reviewing student-built prototypes and discussing indigenous solutions for surveillance, reconnaissance, logistics and difficult terrain challenges.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold bilateral talks on Friday ahead of BRICS 2026, with trade, defence, rare earths, nuclear energy and payments expected to feature.
Tata Boeing Aerospace has rolled out its 400th Apache helicopter fuselage in Hyderabad, marking a major defence manufacturing milestone and strengthening India’s role in Boeing’s global aerospace supply chain.
India is set to manufacture Thales’ combat-proven 70mm rockets locally after KSSL and Thales signed a major deal covering technology transfer, production and future export opportunities.
Apollyon Dynamics’ Ahuti Mk II has reached a certified 498 kmph, becoming India’s fastest multirotor UAV and marking a major step in indigenous counter-drone technology.
