India’s S5-class submarines represent a monumental leap in the nation’s nuclear deterrence posture, poised to redefine its strategic maritime capabilities.Speculation abounds that these vessels will displace between 16,500 and 17,000 tons submerged—figures rivalling the behemoths of the US Ohio class and Britain’s Vanguard class—far exceeding the 13,500 tons often cited in preliminary
TATA-Airbus H125 Facility Targets 10 Units Yearly by 2029, Eyes South Asian Exports
Aerospace giant Airbus, in partnership with TATA Advanced Systems, is set to ramp up production of its H125 helicopters to 10 units per year by 2029. The new final assembly line (FAL) in Karnataka marks India’s first private-sector helicopter manufacturing facility.The plant, located in Vemagal, was virtually inaugurated on 17 February by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel
Safran-HAL IMRH Collaboration Hailed As Beacon of Indo-French Defence Synergy
The ongoing partnership between Safran Helicopter Engines and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the Indian Multi Role Helicopter (IMRH) has drawn widespread appreciation from stakeholders in India’s defence sector.This collaboration underscores a deepening commitment to indigenous manufacturing while leveraging global expertise, aligning perfectly with India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative
Indian Army Masters BMP Airdrop Milestone With Indigenous 28-Foot Parachute Innovation
The Indian Army has achieved a significant milestone by successfully conducting an airdrop of a BMP infantry combat vehicle from a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft.This operation utilised an indigenous 28-foot Cluster Extractor Parachute, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).The trial took place at the Mahajan Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan on 17 February 2026. The
DroneVerse Has Successfully Flight Tested Rudra-10 Drone
DroneVerse, the innovative Gurugram-based drone manufacturer, has achieved a significant milestone with the successful flight test of its RUDRA-10 unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV).Conducted at a designated testing facility in Haryana, the trial marks a pivotal step in India’s push towards indigenous drone technology amid rising geopolitical tensions in the region.The RUDRA-10, a medium-altitude
France-Based CMA CGM Has Signed Landmark Contract With Cochin Shipyard To Construct Six 1,700 TEU Container Ships
France-based shipping giant CMA CGM has inked a landmark contract with India’s Cochin Shipyard Ltd (CSL) for the construction of six advanced 1,700 TEU container ships. Valued at approximately $300-360 million, this deal represents a pivotal moment for India’s shipbuilding sector.The vessels will feature dual-fuel LNG technology, enabling them to operate on liquefied natural gas or traditional
Bharat Forge And VVDN Technologies Forge Strategic Alliance For Cutting-Edge Defence
Bharat Forge, a prominent manufacturer of defence and heavy equipment, has entered into a strategic partnership with VVDN Technologies to develop advanced technologies across multiple sectors.The collaboration, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), aims to combine the strengths of both companies in engineering and manufacturing. This move aligns with rapid advancements in AI,
India-Israel Forge New Defence Pact Ahead of PM Modi’s Tel Aviv Trip
Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s anticipated visit to Israel on 25 February, India and Israel have signed a fresh Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at bolstering their defence partnership.This agreement seeks to intensify joint efforts, encompassing upcoming seminars and collaborative ventures between their defence sectors. The signing underscores the deepening strategic alignment
Remcos RAT Expands Real-Time Surveillance Capabilities
New Remcos RAT variant enhances real-time surveillance and evasion techniques to compromise Windows
Son of Robert Mugabe arrested in South Africa on suspicion of attempted murder
Bellarmine Mugabe is in custody after a man who worked at the place where he was staying was shot and injured.