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EndureAir Systems, an IIT-Kanpur-incubated company, has emerged as a pioneer in indigenous UAV technology, catering to India’s defence and industrial sectors. Founded in 2018 by Dr. Abhishek, Rama Krishna, and Chirag Jain, the company has developed a range of drones designed for challenging environments, particularly high-altitude areas. Their UAVs, including the Vibhram, Alakh, and Sabal, are
India and Belgium are actively exploring defence cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region, marking a significant expansion of their bilateral ties. This development comes during the Belgian Economic Mission to India, led by Princess Astrid, which includes top ministers and business leaders.The mission has facilitated discussions on enhancing defence industrial cooperation and maritime security in
Belgium’s leading defence company, John Cockerill Defence, has partnered with India’s Electro Pneumatics and Hydraulics Ltd (EPHL) to establish a joint venture for manufacturing tank turrets in India. This collaboration is aimed at supporting India’s defence modernization and self-reliance goals, particularly for the Indian Army’s Zorawar light tank program, also known as Project Zorawar.The
India is at a critical juncture in modernising its air force, facing a strategic decision between acquiring advanced foreign fighter jets and focusing on indigenous development.The Indian Air Force (IAF) currently operates an ageing fleet, with only 31 combat squadrons, far below the authorised strength of 42. This situation is exacerbated by China’s rapid military expansion, having acquired 435
Boeing’s future manufacturing plans in India are contingent upon the scale of aircraft orders from the region. The company is optimistic about the growth potential of India’s aviation market but emphasizes that setting up a final assembly line requires a significantly larger number of orders than what is currently being placed by Indian airlines.Boeing’s President for India and South Asia, Salil
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh recently inaugurated the MHA-DRDO Collaboration Conference-cum-Exhibition in New Delhi, emphasising the evolving nature of security threats and the need for adaptive policies. The conference highlighted the interconnectedness of internal and external security, which Singh described as "two sides of the same coin."He noted that India faces internal security
In a recent development, Belgian Defence Minister Theo Francken stressed the importance of collaboration between nations, stating, "We need to work together." This sentiment was echoed during a meeting in New Delhi where India and Belgium explored potential defence engagements, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region.The discussions, which included Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Princess
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar recently met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at 10 Downing Street in London, conveying warm greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The discussions centred around advancing bilateral economic cooperation and enhancing people-to-people exchanges between India and the UK.Additionally, PM Starmer shared the UK’s perspective on the ongoing
The 6th edition of the India-Japan joint military exercise, Dharma Guardian, is currently in full swing at the East Fuji Training Area in Japan. The exercise, which began on February 24, 2025, and is scheduled to conclude on March 9, 2025, marks a significant milestone in the bilateral defence cooperation between the two nations.This year’s exercise is being conducted at an enhanced scale, with
Advanced systems & technologies must be leveraged not only for security operations but also for disaster management & humanitarian relief: Defence Minister“It is not enough for security agencies and technology developers to take the lead. Every citizen should know how to respond in times of crisis”Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) – Defence