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The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar has entered a five-year partnership with the Simulator Development Division (SDD) of the Indian Army to jointly pursue advanced research and innovation in emerging defence technologies.The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed virtually by Brigadier GS Bedi, Commandant of SDD, Secunderabad, and Professor Dinakar Pasla, Dean of Sponsored
European defence major MBDA has formally invited India to participate in its ambitious STRATUS (Strategic Tactical Reach and Universal Strike) program—an initiative designed to define Europe’s next-generation strike capabilities for the 2030s and beyond.The program aims to develop two advanced missile systems offering complementary roles across the spectrum of deep-strike and rapid-response
Two high-level government review panels have begun assessing seven shortlisted
public and private sector firms vying to execute India’s fifth-generation
stealth fighter programme — the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA).
Officials familiar with the process confirmed that the initial evaluation will
be conducted by a Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
In the wake of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack and the subsequent launch of Operation Sindoor, the Indian Army is undertaking an intensive winter preparedness drive to secure the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir.With temperatures set to plummet and snow expected to blanket critical infiltration routes, the Army’s initiative is aimed at ensuring strong defensive postures before
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is developing a Unified Situational Awareness System (USAS), centred around the indigenous VAYULINK tactical data-link ecosystem, to create a secure, real-time network connecting airborne and ground units.This initiative reinforces India’s move toward self-reliant defence technologies and addresses critical communication gaps that once led to operational
The Surya VHF Radar represents a significant step in India’s push toward a self-reliant, multi-layered air defence architecture. Developed indigenously by Alpha Design Technologies Limited (ADTL), the radar is purpose-built for the Indian Air Force (IAF) to counter evolving stealth threats, particularly from fifth-generation aircraft like China’s J-20 and J-35.Operating in the Very High Frequency
Russia’s proposal to establish Su-57 fifth-generation stealth fighter jet production in India is emerging as one of the most significant defence cooperation opportunities in decades. The idea aligns with both nations’ strategic aspirations—Russia to expand global reach under sanctions, and India to advance indigenous aerospace capabilities under Make in India.If realised, this program would mark
The Dharashakthi Integrated Electronic Warfare (EW) system is engineered to provide the Indian Armed Forces with advanced capabilities in both communication (COM) and non-communication (Non-COM) electronic warfare. Its primary role is to intercept, monitor, and disrupt enemy electronic signals while ensuring secure military communications.Tailored for deployment in desert and plain terrains,
The Indian Air Force (IAF) considers the acquisition of the Su-57E stealth fighter as a vital interim solution to counter escalating stealth-fighter capabilities of China and Pakistan, particularly while its indigenous Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program is under development and delayed for full operational readiness.India’s current fleet comprises fourth-generation fighters such as
India’s defence industrial push has made notable progress in the past decade under initiatives like Make in India and several policy reforms. However, the private sector still awaits a full lift-off to become the dominant force envisioned back in 2014-15.Make in India And Policy ReformsLaunched in 2014-15, Make in India aimed to shift India’s heavy dependence on imports (over 60% in 2015) to