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The Union Cabinet, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the establishment of a state-of-the-art ship repair facility at Vadinar in Gujarat, with an investment of ₹1,570 crore.This landmark project is designed to bolster India’s maritime infrastructure and reduce dependence on foreign shipyards, positioning the nation as a competitive player in global ship repair
India’s battlefield success in Operation Sindoor has directly fuelled a record-breaking defence export boom, with ₹24,000 crore in fresh orders and total exports hitting ₹38,424 crore in FY2025-26. This surge has transformed India into a top-tier global defence exporter, reshaping its economy, industry, and strategic standing.India commemorates the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor on 7 May
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman held discussions with Vietnam’s Finance Minister Ngo Van Tuan in New Delhi on Wednesday, focusing on ways to deepen cooperation across technology, innovation, energy, and pharmaceuticals.The meeting came against the backdrop of evolving global economic and geopolitical challenges, with both sides emphasising resilience and stability in their respective
India has formally approved a ₹1 lakh crore stealth fighter hub in Andhra Pradesh, with DRDO securing 600 acres in Puttaparthi to manufacture the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA).The facility will produce around 140 fifth-generation jets, marking a decisive step in India’s aerospace self-reliance and strategic positioning against regional rivals.The Defence Research and Development
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited is intensifying its efforts to advance India’s Medium Weight Fighter program by issuing a new tender focused on the Light Combat Aircraft TEJAS MK-2.The tender specifically covers CNC machining and delivery of critical components for the second prototype, designated PV2, and is a clear signal of HAL’s determination to accelerate production timelines while expanding
The Andhra Pradesh government has taken a decisive step towards transforming its aerospace and defence ambitions, moving closer to securing investments worth nearly ₹1 lakh crore within a year of launching its flagship policy. The State Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on 30 April, approved the allocation of 350 acres at Puttaparthi in Sri Sathya Sai district for a
Space has moved from being a supporting tool for national security to the decisive domain that will shape the outcome of future wars, according to Defence Research and Development Organisation Chairman Samir V Kamat.Speaking at the 4th Indian DefSpace Symposium at the Manekshaw Centre, he emphasised that India must adopt a “whole-of-nation” approach to close the capability gap with rivals whose
The Indian Navy stands at the forefront of a transformative AI revolution, reshaping naval warfare through indigenous innovation and strategic investments.Over the past three years, the Indian Navy Incubation Centre for AI (INICAI) has been a cornerstone of this shift, fostering cutting-edge research and development in artificial intelligence tailored for maritime operations.Commissioned in early
Bondada Engineering Limited, a Hyderabad-based engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) firm, has achieved a significant milestone by securing its maiden defence contract from Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL).Through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Bondada Dynamics Private Limited, the company will supply critical components for defence applications valued at ₹35.70 lakhs.This order marks
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emphasised the urgent need for comprehensive modernisation of India’s defence sector, stating that the armed forces must be fortified to align with contemporary geopolitical realities.Speaking in an exclusive interview with PTI on Sunday, he praised the Union Budget 2026 as a forward-looking blueprint that underscores India’s transition towards becoming a