Picogrid wins $9M Air Force contract for counter-drone software written by AI
“It’s something that really wouldn’t be possible 12 months ago,” Picogrid cofounder Martin Slosarik told Breaking Defense.
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Indian Army Bolsters Arsenal With Third Batch of Indigenous JM-1 ‘Kamikaze Drones’ From Johnnette
Johnnette Technologies Pvt. Ltd., a prominent Indian manufacturer of unmanned systems headquartered in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, has marked a significant achievement by delivering the third batch of its indigenously developed JM-1 Loitering Munitions to the Indian Army.This delivery forms part of a contract secured through the Emergency Procurement (EP) procedure, underscoring the urgency and
Northrop Grumman Eyes Quadrupling IBCS Production, Maps Out More Mobility And Adding AI
Northrop Grumman [NOC] expects to ultimately increase the production rate for the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) by four fold due to rising domestic and international interest in the platform […]
Lockheed Martin Completes First Operational Test Phase For A4 Radar
Lockheed Martin [LMT] on Monday said it has completed the first phase of Initial Operational Test and Evaluation of the Sentinel A4 radar for the Army’s Sentinel A4 air and […]
Record ₹7.85 Lakh Crore Defence Outlay Signals Self-Reliant Military Modernisation Post-Operation Sindoor
Rajnath Singh, the Raksha Mantri, has praised the Union Budget for FY 2026-27 as a robust endorsement of India’s defence priorities. He expressed profound gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the unprecedented allocation of ₹7.85 lakh crore to the defence sector.This figure marks a substantial 15% rise from the previous year’s estimates, underscoring the government’s unwavering
Post-Sindoor Surge: India’s Defence Budget Soars 15% To ₹7.85 Lakh Crore, Fuelling Modernisation Drive
The Union Budget 2026 allocates ₹7.85 lakh crore to defence, a sharp 15 per cent increase from last year’s ₹6.81 lakh crore. This hike reflects heightened focus on military modernisation following Operation Sindoor.Official figures show the 2026–27 outlay at ₹7,84,678 crore, up from ₹6,81,210 crore. Capital expenditure stands at ₹2,19,306 crore, while revenue spending reaches ₹5,53,668 crore,
Budget 2026 Bolsters IAF With ₹63,733 Crore For Fighters And Engines Amid Regional Threats
The Indian government has significantly ramped up defence spending in Budget 2026, allocating a total of ₹7.85 lakh crore to the Defence Ministry for FY26-27, marking a robust 15 per cent increase over the previous year.This enhanced outlay underscores New Delhi’s commitment to bolstering military capabilities amid escalating tensions with Pakistan and China along the borders.A key highlight is
Gravity Industries Showcases Jet Suit To Indian Army For Swift Rooftop Access
In January 2026, Salisbury-based Gravity Industries staged a striking demonstration for the Indian Army, showcasing the revolutionary potential of its Jet Suit in urban combat scenarios.The event, held at a secure military facility near Bangalore, highlighted how soldiers could swiftly access rooftops and elevated positions, transforming tactical approaches to high-ground dominance.Founder
Funds To Combat Naxalism Up By 20% In Final Push Ahead of March Deadline In Budge 2026
The Union Budget for 2026-27 has marked a significant escalation in India’s campaign against Naxalism, with funding for anti-Left Wing Extremism (LWE) efforts surging by over 20 per cent. This boost underscores the government’s determination to meet its ambitious deadline of eradicating LWE by 31 March 2026.A substantial ₹3,610.80 crore has been earmarked for security-related expenditure (SRE)
ITBP Leads CAPF Funding Surge Amid Modest Overall Gains In Union Budget 2026-27
The Union Budget 2026-27 has provided a modest overall increase of approximately three per cent for the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and special forces operating under the Ministry of Home Affairs.These include critical outfits such as the National Security Guard (NSG) and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF). This marginal hike reflects a prioritisation of operational continuity