DRDO Conducts Successful Long-Duration (Over 12 Mins) Ground Test of Full-Scale Cooled Scramjet Engine For Hypersonic Missile Thrust

Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), the Hyderabad-based laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has achieved a path-breaking milestone in the development of Hypersonic Missiles.The DRDL successfully conducted an extensive long-duration ground test of its Actively Cooled Scramjet Full Scale Combustor, achieving a run time of over 12 minutes at its

January 9, 2026
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Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile To Make Landmark Republic Day Debut

India has unveiled a ground breaking advancement in its defence arsenal with the debut of the Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRAShM) at the 77th Republic Day parade in 2026. Dubbed the ‘modern-day Brahmastra’, this hypersonic glide vehicle marks a pivotal moment in the nation’s journey towards technological self-reliance.Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in

January 9, 2026
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OleeSpace Successfully Demonstrates Indigenous 20km & 10GBPS ‘Wireless Laser Communication’ System Built In Just 4 Months

Olee.Space, a pioneering start-up founded in 2023 by Citoto Digital Personality Pvt Ltd., is revolutionising data transmission through laser beam technology. This innovation promises a cost-effective, high-speed alternative to traditional fibre optic cables, particularly suited for challenging terrains and defence applications. Led by James Solomon, the company has transformed a casual experiment

January 9, 2026
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IAF Awards ₹275 Cr Order To Hyderabad’s Astra Rafael Comsys For Cutting-Edge SSDRs

Hyderabad-based Astra Rafael Comsys (ARC) has clinched a landmark contract worth approximately ₹275 crore (around $30 million) from the Indian Air Force (IAF). This order focuses on the integration and supply of cutting-edge Software Defined Radios (SSDRs), representing a pivotal upgrade to the communication infrastructure of India’s fighter aircraft fleet.The deal encompasses two key elements

January 8, 2026
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Lokesh Machines Bags ₹22 Crores AWEIL Order For 9mm Pistol Parts

Lokesh Machines Limited, a prominent player in India’s precision engineering sector, has secured a significant contract worth ₹22 crore from the Ministry of Defence’s Advanced Weapons and Equipment India (AWE India). This order underscores the company’s growing footprint in defence manufacturing, particularly in the production of critical firearm components.The contract specifically entails the

January 8, 2026
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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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IAF Issues RFIs For Two New Counter-Drone Systems After Operation Sindoor

Following Operation Sindoor, the four-day conflict with Pakistan where drones featured prominently, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has accelerated efforts to bolster its air defence against unmanned threats. The service has issued two Requests for Information (RFIs) for specialised counter-drone systems aimed at neutralising hostile drone swarms targeting vital military assets.According to Bharat

January 7, 2026
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Indian Navy Set To Commission 19 Warships In 2026, The Largest Force Accretion In A Single Year

India’s naval ambitions are reaching a pivotal milestone in 2026, with the commissioning of 19 warships marking the largest single-year force accretion in its history. This surge underscores the rapid maturation of the nation’s domestic shipbuilding capabilities, transforming the Indian Navy into a more potent blue-water force amid escalating regional tensions.The expansion aligns seamlessly with

January 7, 2026
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