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India’s aerospace industry reached a significant milestone on Wednesday when the country’s first ‘Made-in-India’ Airbus C295 military transport aircraft successfully completed its maiden test flight from the Final Assembly Line in Vadodara, Gujarat.This achievement marks the beginning of a new chapter in India’s defence manufacturing program and underscores the growing role of the private sector
A workshop dedicated to defence procurement, Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX), the Technology Perspective Capability Roadmap (TPCR) and testing procedures for MSMEs and start-ups is scheduled to be held at the Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt on 11 and 12 June 2026.The event is being jointly organised by the Indigenisation Directorate, Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS) and the
India’s Department of Space has approved two major space hubs in Gujarat and Tamil Nadu, each equipped with advanced Common Technical Facilities (CTFs) to support rocket, payload, and satellite manufacturing.These hubs will significantly reduce costs for private firms and start-ups by providing shared access to capital-intensive testing and integration infrastructure.The Department of Space has
India’s defence industry is undergoing a profound transformation as private corporations step into roles traditionally dominated by public sector undertakings, according to a TOI report.The government has shortlisted TATA Advanced Systems Limited, Larsen & Toubro, and Bharat Forge to develop prototypes for the Advanced Multirole Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program, India’s most ambitious defence
India has inaugurated a ₹1,000 crore artillery shell manufacturing plant in Shirdi, Maharashtra, capable of producing 5 lakh 155mm shells annually, making it the largest private-sector unit of its kind.The facility, part of a broader defence complex, will also produce rocket launchers, drones, explosives, and electronic systems, positioning India as a rising global defence manufacturing hub.The
The Indian Government has approved the establishment of Common Technical Facilities to test space technology in Gujarat and Tamil Nadu, a move that underscores the country’s ambition to build a robust, industry-led space ecosystem.These facilities will be equipped with advanced testing, validation, and integration infrastructure, designed to support domestic manufacturing in the space sector.The
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