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In a historic event for the Indian space program, Skyroot Aerospace’s Vikram‑1 rocket has successfully completed Test Flight‑1 under Mission Aagaman, marking India’s first privately developed orbital launch.The vehicle lifted off at 12:05 pm IST on 18 July 2026 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota, deploying multiple technology demonstration payloads and symbolic artefacts into low
Kaveri 2.0 represents India’s most ambitious push for defence self‑reliance, aiming to replace imported GE F404 engines with an indigenous powerplant for TEJAS MK-1A, AMCA, and stealth drones.The program has achieved significant breakthroughs in afterburner performance, weight reduction, and advanced materials, but its success will depend on overcoming past reliability issues and sustaining
The Indian Navy is set to strengthen its anti-submarine warfare capabilities with the induction of three more MH-60R Seahawk helicopters.These specialised submarine-hunting platforms are being delivered by US defence giant Lockheed Martin, with one already handed over last week and two more expected this week. Following paperwork and validation, the helicopters will be formally inducted into
The Indian Air Force has issued a tender for the upkeep of the technical zone at Air Force Station Sulur. At first glance this may appear to be routine facility maintenance, but in reality it represents a significant investment in one of India’s most critical aviation centres.Sulur is the primary base for the Light Combat Aircraft TEJAS and a major hub for maintenance operations, making it
Skyroot Aerospace’s Vikram-1 rocket is set for its historic maiden orbital
launch today at 11:30 am IST from Sriharikota, carrying six payloads including
scientific instruments, satellites, and symbolic tributes such as a diamond
lotus and microscopic gold sculptures of India’s pioneering scientists,
according to an article
published
in The BBC.
This mission, named
India’s Ministry of External Affairs confirmed on 17 July 2026 that Dhaka’s request for the extradition of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is under examination. The statement highlighted that the matter involves complex legalities and judicial processes which must be carefully considered before any decision is taken.Sheikh Hasina fled to India in August 2024 after massive
Drones have become one of the most decisive technologies in modern warfare, reshaping both strategy and tactics by offering cost-effective, flexible, and autonomous capabilities.Their significance lies in their ability to conduct surveillance, deliver precision strikes, and overwhelm traditional defence systems at a fraction of the cost of conventional platforms.Recent conflicts have revealed a
Paninian India Private Limited has unveiled the indigenous Yantur TJ1.6 turbojet engine, marking a significant step forward in India’s private aerospace propulsion sector. The engine has been designed with modular architecture, enabling easier maintenance, scalability, and adaptability for different aerial platforms.Its high thrust-to-weight ratio ensures efficient performance while keeping the
Kalavinka Technologies, founded by IIT-Kharagpur engineers, is developing the Nyx MK‑I loitering munition — a fully autonomous, fire‑and‑forget system designed to operate in GPS‑denied environments, offering India a low‑cost, scalable tactical drone solution.Kalavinka Technologies is a young defence and space manufacturing company based in Kharagpur. Established in 2026, it is positioning itself
Saudi Arabia is regaining ground in India’s crude oil import program this month, with early tanker data pointing to an intake of about 4,64,000 barrels per day.This equates to a 10 per cent share of India’s total imports, marking a recovery from the average of 7 per cent recorded in May and June.The rebound highlights Riyadh’s ability to reassert its position in the Indian market at a time of