The rake was flagged off on August 17, 2026, by Lt Gen Mukesh Chadha, AVSM, SM, VSM, Director General Supplies and Transport (DGST), Integrated Headquarters of the Ministry of Defence (Army).
The Defence Ministry said the two new systems will provide persistent ISR coverage across broad sections of the maritime domain.
India’s defence modernisation is gaining strength with advanced Agni MIRV technology, Rudram-II and Pinaka systems.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a modern Civil Defence network on Independence Day, saying India must prepare citizens for changing security threats that can come from within the country or beyond its borders.
India Optel’s indigenous GARUD binoculars bring defence-grade optical technology to users, offering 8X magnification and a wide field of view that can support surveillance and field operations.
Reliance Industries is entering India’s defence and aerospace sector through a proposed partnership with Rolls-Royce to develop an indigenous engine for the AMCA fighter jet programme.
Ahead of Independence Day 2026, the Ministry of Home Affairs has announced 1,057 medals for police, fire service, civil defence, home guard and correctional services personnel.
Former DRDO Director Suma Varughese has warned that future quantum sensing could challenge traditional RF stealth. Here is why AMCA may need new technologies to stay protected against future detection systems.
i-Hub Gujarat and SanchiConnect are supporting 30 startups through TattvaX Cohort 2, helping defence, drone and space companies turn deeptech ideas into market-ready solutions.
Mahindra Armado has received a new Indian-made Remote Weapon Mount that lets soldiers operate weapons from inside the protected vehicle, improving crew safety, and more.
