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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
DRDO Chief Samir V Kamat has announced a strategic pivot towards drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) as a cornerstone of the organisation’s efforts in 2026. This shift acknowledges the growing dominance of unmanned platforms in modern warfare over the next decade or more.With Indian industry already excelling in smaller drones, DRDO aims to concentrate on high-altitude, long-endurance (
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
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
India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the nation’s indigenous fighter aircraft programs, reported UNI.On 4 January 2026, DRDO Chairman Dr Samir V Kamat announced key milestones during the TEJAS-25 national seminar in Bangalore, hosted by the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA).The Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) is slated
India’s indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) TEJAS marked a quarter-century milestone on 4 January 2001, when it undertook its maiden flight, soaring for approximately 18 minutes and attaining speeds of up to 280 knots.This pivotal moment, celebrated recently at a national seminar organised by the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), underscores the program’s transformative impact on the
A two-day national seminar ‘Aeronautics 2047’, organised by the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), commenced at Centre for Airborne Systems (CABS), Bengaluru on January 04, 2026. The seminar was inaugurated by the Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh.In his address, the Chief of the Air Staff congratulated ADA for completing 25 years of Light Combat Aircraft (TEJAS) TEJAS flight
Nano-Porous Multi-Layered Polymeric Membrane’ For High-Pressure Sea Water Desalination Plant In Coast Guard Ships (Right)The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has developed a compact, hand-operated water purification system known as the Sea Water Desalination System (SWaDeS) to address critical drinking water needs for soldiers in remote and coastal areas.This portable device
The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) has issued a formal Statement of Work (SoW) for the detailed design and engineering of the rear fuselage of India’s Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), marking a pivotal advancement in the program.This core structural segment demands precision engineering due to its integration with critical systems. The tender emphasises end-to-end responsibility,
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