Torpedo Advanced Light Shyena ‘Hawk’, utilises SMART missile as long-range delivery platformBharat Dynamics Limited (BDL), a leading defence public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, has marked a significant achievement in indigenous defence manufacturing with the delivery of a production-grade Wire Guided Heavy Weight Torpedo (WGHWT) to the Naval Science and Technological
HAL Unveils G3INS Facility To Drive Indigenous High-Precision Avionics
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited has inaugurated its new G3INS testing facility, marking a significant step forward in India’s indigenous avionics development.The G3INS system is a strap-down Inertial Navigation System equipped with a Ring Laser Gyro, designed to deliver high-precision navigation capabilities for aircraft.By integrating with satellite-based augmentation systems such as GAGAN,
India’s Technical Backing Recognised In Taiwan’s Hai Kun-Class Submarine Program
Taiwan has formally acknowledged India’s role in supporting its ambitious Hai Kun-class Indigenous Defence Submarine program. This marks a significant moment in regional defence cooperation, as New Delhi’s technical and industrial contributions have been publicly recognised by Taipei.The Hai Kun-class represents Taiwan’s first attempt at building a domestically designed and manufactured submarine
Indigenously Developed Silicon Photonics Technology Solutions Launched At IIT-Madras
India has achieved a major milestone in Silicon Photonics technology sovereignty with the launch of two indigenously developed solutions in Chennai. On 24 April 2026, the Silicon Photonics Process Design Kit (PDK) and the Universal Programmable Photonic Integrated Circuit (PPIC) Test Engine were introduced at the MeitY-sponsored Centre of Excellence for CPPICS at IIT-Madras, announced PIB.These
China Uneasy As India Deepens Defence Partnership With South Korea
K-9 howitzers fire shells during a drill at Mahajan Field Firing Range, in RajasthanChina is expected to view India’s latest defence deal with South Korea as highly sensitive, given the ongoing border dispute between Beijing and New Delhi in the Himalayas, reported China based media house SCMP.Analysts argue that India’s move to expand defence industry cooperation with Seoul in artillery and
Iran Taunts Trump With ‘Cultural Detox’ After India ‘Hellhole’ Slur; Says ‘Visit India Sometime And Then Speak’
Iran has ridiculed US President Donald Trump after he amplified a social media
post that described India and China as “hellholes” while demanding changes to
America’s birth right citizenship laws, NDTV reported.
The Iranian Consulate General in Mumbai responded by sharing a video
showcasing Maharashtra’s cultural and geographical richness, suggesting that a
visit could serve as
Skyroot Aerospace Completes Phase-3 Electrical Tests of Vikram-1 Rocket, Edging Closer To Launch
Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace has achieved a significant milestone with the successful completion of the Integrated Electrical Test Campaign, marking Phase 3 of the pre-launch testing sequence for its Vikram-1 rocket.This campaign is a critical step in validating the electrical systems of the launch vehicle, ensuring that all subsystems function seamlessly together under simulated launch
Red Balloon Aerospace Set To Launch First Stratospheric Super Pressure Balloon For Strategic Monitoring
Hyderabad-based Red Balloon Aerospace has announced plans to launch a super pressure balloon that will provide telecommunications coverage across underserved and rural regions. The company confirmed that the launch is scheduled for the second quarter of this year.Super pressure balloons are high-altitude platforms designed to maintain internal pressure greater than the surrounding atmosphere.
Japan’s Arms Export Shift Opens New Pathways For India But Barriers Endure
India had showed interest in procuring Japanese ShinMaywa US-2 amphibious patrol aircraftAs detailed in a report by Bharat Shakti, India has welcomed Japan’s decision to ease long-standing restrictions on defence exports, viewing it as a potential opening for deeper military-industrial cooperation amid the shifting strategic dynamics of the Indo-Pacific.Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson
India Extends ₹3,000 Crore Currency Swap To Maldives To Shore Up Its Forex Reserves, Reinforcing Regional Financial Partnership
India has approved a ₹3,000 crore currency swap withdrawal for the Maldives on Thursday, 23 April 2026, aimed at strengthening the island nation’s foreign exchange reserves and ensuring economic stability.The Indian High Commission in Male confirmed that the disbursement falls under the SAARC Currency Swap Framework, a regional mechanism designed to provide short-term liquidity support.This