DRDO Greenlit For BM-04: New Short-Range Ballistic Missile

India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has secured approval to develop the BM-04, a short-range ballistic missile (SRBM) poised to bolster the nation’s strategic capabilities. Following the granting of Acceptance of Necessity (AoN), development will accelerate, with testing likely to commence shortly. This advancement emerges from New Delhi, signalling a robust response

January 7, 2026
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India Strengthening Shield Against Drone Attacks With Joint Defence CUAS Grid

India is bolstering its defences against drone attacks through the development of a joint Counter Unmanned Aerial System (CUAS) grid.This initiative networks all CUAS systems across the Army, Navy, and Air Force, forming a dedicated shield separate from existing air defence networks like the Indian Air Force’s Integrated Air Command and Control System (IACCS).The CUAS grid integrates anti-drone

January 7, 2026
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K-4 SLBM Solely Aimed At China

India’s successful test of the K-4 intermediate-range ballistic missile from INS Arighaat in the Bay of Bengal on 23 December 2025 marks a qualitative shift in its nuclear deterrent posture.The test validated the full integration of the missile, submarine and command-and-control architecture, moving India’s sea-based deterrent from a largely developmental phase to one that is operationally

January 7, 2026
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510 Base Workshop, TASL Team Up To Overhaul And Upgrade Indian Army’s Pinaka Launchers

The Indian Army’s decision to partner with TATA Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) and the 510 Army Base Workshop (ABW) for overhauling and upgrading the Pinaka Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) marks a shift towards life-cycle modernisation rather than buying entirely new launchers. By opting for a structured mid-life upgrade of older launchers, the Army is maximising past investments while

January 6, 2026
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Pralay Missile System’s Likely Induction This Year

The Pralay Missile System stands poised for induction into the Indian Armed Forces in 2026, following the anticipated completion of its user trials, as revealed by DRDO Chairperson Dr. Samir V Kamat during a recent podcast.This development marks a significant milestone in India’s indigenous defence capabilities, underscoring the nation’s push towards self-reliance in strategic weaponry. Pralay, a

January 6, 2026
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MoD Confirms ₹293 Cr Suryastra Deal: First 300km Multi-Calibre Rocket Launcher From Pune’s NIBE-Elbit Tie-Up

The Indian Army has finalised a significant procurement deal under its emergency powers, signing a ₹293 crore contract with Pune-based private defence manufacturer NIBE Limited.This agreement, announced on 3 January 2026, involves the supply of the advanced Suryastra Multi-Calibre Rocket Launcher System, developed in collaboration with Israel’s Elbit Systems. The system promises to bolster the

January 6, 2026
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DRDO Accelerates Into AI, Quantum, Hypersonics, And Swarm Tech To Rule India’s Battlefields

Picture This: Battlefields where algorithms outthink adversaries in milliseconds, quantum-encrypted networks defy all hacks, and hypersonic missiles scream at Mach 6+ before anyone can blink.That’s the vision Dr Samir V Kamat, Secretary of the Department of Defence R&D and Chairman of DRDO, laid out in a riveting interaction with Raksha Sutra, the Ministry of Defence’s insider publication.He

January 6, 2026
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Project Dhvani: DRDO’s Hypersonic Glide Vehicle To Soar With Agni-Series Ballistic Missile Booster

Hypersonic Glide Vehicle (HGV) integrated with Agni-series ballistic missile boosterIndia’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has unveiled Project Dhvani, a cutting-edge Hypersonic Glide Vehicle (HGV) designed to revolutionise strategic deterrence. This indigenous system represents a leap in hypersonic technology, positioning India alongside global leaders like the United

January 6, 2026
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India To Deploy Layered Air Defence Shields Across Defence Corridors To Protect Critical Hubs From Pakistan-China Threats

India plans to deploy dedicated layered air defence systems across all major Defence Corridors to safeguard critical industrial infrastructure. This initiative addresses escalating security threats, particularly in northern regions proximate to both Pakistan and China.The measures underscore heightened concerns within India’s security establishment over potential aerial incursions targeting vital

January 4, 2026
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DRDO’s SAMHO CLATGM Gets AoN: Arjun Tanks Gain 5km Fire-and-Forget Anti-Armor Punch

India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has developed the Cannon Launched Anti-Tank Guided Missile (CLATGM), also known as the Laser-Guided ATGM or SAMHO (Semi-Active Mission Homing), specifically for integration with the Arjun Main Battle Tank (MBT). This indigenous system addresses a longstanding requirement of the Indian Army for enhanced anti-armour capabilities at

January 4, 2026
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