India Freezes Starlink Approval Amid Security Concerns Over Iran Conflict

India has frozen Starlink’s final approvals, citing concerns over its reported use during the Iran conflict and doubts about compliance with national security requirements. This setback comes just days before SpaceX’s planned Nasdaq IPO, expected to be the largest in history, with Starlink central to its valuation.India has effectively withheld the clearances required for Elon Musk’s satellite

June 10, 2026
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President Putin’s Unbridled Su‑57 Offer Puts India At A Strategic Crossroads

President Vladimir Putin’s renewed Su‑57 offer to India is difficult for the
Ministry of Defence to ignore because it promises unrestricted access to
Russia’s most advanced stealth fighter technology, including source codes,
radar systems, and joint production, at a time when the Indian Air Force faces
a critical capability gap.

The proposal directly addresses India’s long‑

June 10, 2026
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Zorawar Light Tank To Join Indian Army By 2028–29 After Updates

India’s indigenous Zorawar light tank is now expected to enter service with the Indian Army between 2028 and 2029, following the resolution of technical refinements identified during early testing. Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi confirmed this revised timeline, emphasising that the combat vehicle is progressing through a standard process of design enhancements and rigorous user

June 10, 2026
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Prime Minister’s Endorsement Secures Zorawar Light Tank As India’s Preferred Choice

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Larsen & Toubro’s Hazira manufacturing facility in Gujarat’s Surat district has provided a significant boost to the indigenous Zorawar light tank program.During the inspection, the Prime Minister reviewed the Zorawar alongside other defence systems being produced at the site, with company officials briefing him on engineering and defence

June 10, 2026
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Sigma Advanced Systems Secures ₹208 Crore Artillery Shell Export Order To North America

Sigma Advanced Systems has announced a major export contract valued at US$21.97 million, approximately ₹208 crore, to manufacture and supply 40,000 units of 155 mm M107 artillery shell bodies for a North American customer.The Hyderabad-based defence manufacturer confirmed that the order will be executed within a six-month timeframe, with production and deliveries scheduled for completion during

June 10, 2026
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How Pralay Missile Strengthens India’s Conventional Strike Capability

Iran’s extensive use of ballistic missiles in the ongoing West Asian conflict has underscored the expanding role of these weapons beyond their traditional nuclear delivery function, according to a report by TOI.Once primarily associated with carrying nuclear warheads, ballistic missiles are now increasingly employed with conventional high‑explosive payloads to strike deep inside enemy

June 10, 2026
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US Strikes Iranian Targets After Apache Helicopter Downed In Strait of Hormuz

The United States launched military strikes on Iranian targets after President Donald Trump accused Tehran of shooting down an American Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz.The incident marked a serious escalation in the ongoing hostilities between the two sides. According to the US military, the operation was described as a proportional response to what it termed unjustified Iranian

June 10, 2026
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India’s Defence Shipyards Secure ₹2.35 Lakh Crore Pipeline Amid Growth Push And Execution Risks

India’s defence shipbuilding industry is entering a period of sustained growth, underpinned by a long-term procurement pipeline valued at approximately ₹2.35 lakh crore that is expected to materialise through 2035.This visibility is driven by the Indian Navy’s modernisation program, which requires a steady supply of new vessels ranging from frigates to submarines. The sector is therefore

June 10, 2026
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Avantel Secures DRDO Contract For GSAT‑32/N3 Satellite Terminals

DRDO has awarded Avantel Limited a ₹9.94 crore contract to develop and test satellite terminals for GSAT‑32/N3, a mission-critical program scheduled for completion by December 2028.The project will strengthen India’s secure S‑band communication infrastructure for government and defence users, reinforcing self-reliance in advanced communication technologies.The Defence Research and Development

June 10, 2026
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ArthX Unveils Indigenous Defnit-GD03 Grenade Dropping Mechanism For UAVs

Bangalore-based ArthX has unveiled Defnit-GD03, an indigenous grenade arming and dropping mechanism for UAVs, marking a significant step in India’s evolving drone warfare capabilities.The system is designed to provide precision release of grenades from unmanned platforms, enhancing tactical flexibility for the armed forces.ArthX, a defence technology start-up headquartered in Bangalore, has

June 10, 2026
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