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DRDO Nears Completion of Indigenous Air-Independent Propulsion System For Submarines Says DRDO Chief
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has announced that a revolutionary air-independent propulsion (AIP) system for submarines is almost ready for induction.DRDO chairperson Samir V Kamat made the announcement during the commencement ceremony at IIT-Bombay, highlighting that the new system will significantly enhance the Indian Navy’s underwater endurance capabilities.Kamat
The Big Challenge Facing New HAL Chief Kota Ravi: Upgrading Dhruv And Overhauling HAL’s Internal Systems
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited is set to extend production of its flagship Advanced Light Helicopter Dhruv for another eight to ten years, keeping the line alive at least into the mid‑2030s as India deepens its reliance on indigenous defence aerospace platforms, according to an analysis by Girish Linganna of Mathrubhumi.The Dhruv, now recognised as the backbone of India’s military helicopter
TATA Advanced Systems Showcases Indigenous 30mm Crewless Turret For Future Armoured Platforms
TATA Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) has unveiled its indigenously developed 30mm Crewless Turret, a cutting-edge unmanned weapon system designed to enhance survivability and firepower for India’s future armoured platforms.This marks a significant milestone in India’s defence modernisation drive, combining advanced automation, precision targeting, and indigenous manufacturing strength.The 30mm
How Safran Partnership Powers India’s Engine Sovereignty
India is exploring a landmark partnership with France’s Safran to co-develop engines for the TEJAS MK-2 fighter, a move driven by persistent delays in GE’s F404 and F414 engine deliveries.Safran’s offer of full intellectual property transfer could transform India’s aerospace ecosystem, giving it unprecedented autonomy in jet engine design and production.India’s pursuit of self-reliance in defence
India’s $1.2 Billion R-37M Missile Deal Strengthens Su-30MKI Fleet Against China-Pakistan Air Power
India’s decision to acquire 300 Russian R-37M long-range air-to-air missiles in a deal worth over $1.2 billion marks a significant leap in its aerial combat capability, reported Business Today.The announcement coincides with the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, the campaign launched on 3 May 2025, which underscored the decisive role of long-range precision weapons in modern warfare.
Huge £1.55bn Falkland Islands project sees Argentina issue stern warning
EXCLUSIVE: The operation has been approved by the government for 35 years.
India’s First OptoSAR Satellite GalaxEye’s ‘Mission Drishti’ Launched Aboard SpaceX’s Falcon-9 Rocket
GalaxEye’s Mission Drishti, the world’s first OptoSAR satellite, has been successfully launched aboard SpaceX’s Falcon-9 rocket from California, marking a landmark achievement for India’s private space sector. Weighing 190 kg, it is India’s largest privately developed Earth observation satellite, designed to deliver all-weather, day-and-night imaging capabilities.Bangalore-based start-up GalaxEye
India-Bound LPG Tanker Sarv Shakti Safely Clears Strait of Hormuz, Heads To Visakhapatnam
A tanker carrying liquefied petroleum gas for India has successfully exited the Strait of Hormuz and is now en route to the country.The Marshall Islands‑flagged LPG carrier MT Sarv Shakti, carrying 46,313 tonnes of LPG and manned by 20 crew members, 18 of whom are Indians, cleared the crucial shipping chokepoint on 2 May. The vessel is expected to arrive at Visakhapatnam on 13 May.The shipment
ISRO-Roscosmos Semi-Cryogenic Engine Deal Draft Contract Is Currently Under Approval Process
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has held detailed technical discussions with Russia’s space agency Roscosmos in Moscow regarding the delivery of semi-cryogenic rocket engines. According to ISRO’s Annual Report for 2025–26, a draft contract for the procurement is currently under the approval process, marking a significant step forward in India’s efforts to strengthen its launch