Achieving Self-Reliance In Defence Begins With Self-Reliance In Rare Earth Minerals

When we think of national security and defence systems, the first images that often come to mind are fighter jets soaring through the skies, missiles guarding our borders, and drones protecting strategic camps and locations. What we rarely consider, however, is the fundamental requirement behind building such powerful and advanced machinery.The answer lies beneath our feet — in the valuable

August 13, 2025
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Maruti Suzuki To Enter Into Manufacturing of UAVs Along With Propulsion & Control Systems

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. (MSIL) is set to significantly broaden its business horizons, as its Board approved alterations to the Object Clause of its Memorandum of Association (MoA) during a meeting held on July 31, 2025.These changes, which will be put to the shareholders for approval at the upcoming AGM scheduled for August 28, 2025, represent a strategic evolution that expands the company’s

August 13, 2025
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Indian Army Soldiers Built 50 Drones In Just 3 Hours

During a remarkable event termed "Dronathan," troops from the Gurj Division of the Indian Army, part of the IX Corps, demonstrated an extraordinary feat of innovation and operational readiness by assembling 50 drones in just three hours.This impressive accomplishment took place at Mamun Military Station in Punjab and highlighted the Indian Army’s commitment to integrating advanced technology and

August 13, 2025
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MoD Approves ₹30,000 Crore Indigenous UAV Deal: TATA Advanced Systems, Raphe Mphibr And Adani Defence To Share 87 MALE Drone Order

The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), led by Rajnath Singh, has recently approved a major ₹30,000 crore contract to procure 87 Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) drones for the Indian armed forces, marking a pivotal step in unlocking and scaling the indigenous UAV manufacturing ecosystem in India, reported Manu Pubby of ET News.Crucially, the contract will be split between the two lowest

August 11, 2025
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Indian Coast Guard To Induct RPRAs, UAVs To Boost Maritime Surveillance Capabilities: DG

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) is set to make a significant enhancement in its maritime surveillance and operational readiness by inducting Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPAs) and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) into its fleet, a move aimed at bolstering coastal reconnaissance, surveillance, and intelligence gathering capabilities.In a recorded podcast released by the Ministry of Defence, ICG Director

August 11, 2025
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After Op Sindoor Success, Army Moves To Boost Drone Defence Network

Following the success of Operation Sindoor, the Indian Army is undertaking significant upgrades to its air defence network to counter modern aerial threats, particularly focusing on drones and swarm systems.This strategic enhancement is driven by lessons learned not only from Operation Sindoor but also from recent global conflicts such as the Russia-Ukraine war and the Israel-Hamas conflict,

August 9, 2025
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In A Sting At Pakistan, ‘Worked Very Well…’ Says Netanyahu Lauds Battle-Tested Israeli Weapons Used By India In Op Sindoor

Indo-Israeli jointly developed BARAK-8 air defence weapon system undergoing test in IsraelIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lauded the performance of Israeli-made weapons used by India during Operation Sindoor, a recent four-day conflict with Pakistan.He specifically praised the HARPY drones produced by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) and the Barak-8 missile system, which was jointly

August 9, 2025
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L&T Signs Strategic Cooperation Agreement With Green Aero For Developing Indigenous Micro Turbojet Engines

Larsen & Toubro (L&T), a leading Indian industrial and engineering conglomerate, has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Delhi-based start-up Green Aero Propulsion to develop indigenous micro turbojet engines aimed at powering military drones.This partnership, formalised in July 2025, marks a significant advancement in India’s defence manufacturing and aerospace capabilities by

August 9, 2025
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