DRDO Advances Project Kusha with Successful M1 Missiles Trials, Bolstering India’s Indigenous Air Defence Arsenal

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has entered a pivotal testing phase for Project Kusha, India’s ambitious long-range surface-to-air missile (LR-SAM) program.Reports from early 2026 confirm the successful initial developmental trials of the M1 interceptor variant, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s pursuit of advanced air defence capabilities.Project Kusha

March 22, 2026
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DRDO’s Anti-Torpedo Torpedo-ATT Shield: Maareech And SMART Redefine Indian Navy’s Underwater Security

The Anti-Torpedo Torpedo (ATT) is a "hard-kill" countermeasure system
designed to intercept and destroy incoming enemy torpedoes before they reach
their target. While the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
has successfully inducted "soft-kill" systems like Maareech, it is also
actively researching and developing ATT technologies to provide a more
definitive defence

March 22, 2026
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India Accelerates Non-Contact Warfare Prep With ₹2.19 Lakh Crore In Six Key Defence Projects, Featuring Anant Shastra

India is gearing up for the demands of non-contact warfare, with work commencing on six major defence projects valued at ₹2.19 lakh crore, including the advanced Anant Shastra system.This initiative reflects a strategic pivot towards future-proofing the nation’s military capabilities amid escalating global tensions, such as the ongoing Iran conflict.The government’s push emphasises indigenous

March 21, 2026
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INS Anjadip: India’s Swift Sentinel of The Seas

INS Anjadip stands as one of the fastest warships in the Indian Navy’s coastal fleet, meticulously engineered for rapid interception and high-tempo maritime operations.This agile vessel enables swift responses to emerging threats, significantly enhancing the security of India’s vast coastal waters. Its design prioritises speed, manoeuvrability, and lethality, making it a cornerstone of littoral

March 21, 2026
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A New Vanguard of The Seas: INS TARAGIRI Stealth Frigate Set To Join Indian Navy’s Frontline Force On 03 Apr 2026

In a ceremony that marks a defining moment for India’s maritime sovereignty, the Indian Navy is preparing to commission its latest stealth Frigate, Taragiri (F41), on 03 Apr 2026.The ceremony at Visakhapatnam, scheduled to be presided over by the defence minister Rajnath Singh, will serve as a powerful testament to the nation’s journey toward becoming a completely self-reliant naval power.INS

March 21, 2026
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HAL’s ₹2.22 Lakh Crore Order Surge: TEJAS, Prachand, And Su-30MKI Boost For Indian Armed Forces

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) maintains a robust order book for the Indian armed forces, underpinned by major contracts for advanced aircraft and helicopters.Recent disclosures to the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Defence reveal a comfortable position, with key programs including 180 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) TEJAS MK-1A, 34 Dhruv helicopters, and 156 Prachand attack gunships.The

March 21, 2026
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AI-Powered Waves: India’s Transformative Naval Leap Into Intelligent Maritime Security

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

March 20, 2026
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India’s Oceanic Leap: ₹1.07 Lakh Crore Fuels 230-Ship Armada By 2037

India’s naval ambitions have reached a pivotal juncture with the allocation of ₹1,07,549 crore to the Indian Navy’s budget for the fiscal year 2026-27.This substantial funding underscores New Delhi’s commitment to transforming its maritime force into a formidable blue-water navy capable of projecting power across the Indian Ocean Region and beyond.At the heart of this expansion lies an impressive

March 20, 2026
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Amara Raja Pioneers Indigenous Power Solution For Indian Navy’s Sonar Systems

The Amara Raja Group, through its specialised engineering and R&D arm Amara Raja Design Alpha (ARDA), has marked a significant milestone by venturing into the mission-critical defence electronics domain.On Wednesday, ARDA unveiled its indigenous Power Conditioning Cabinet (PCC) tailored specifically for naval sonar systems, signalling a bold step towards bolstering India’s self-reliance in

March 19, 2026
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Indian Navy Deploys Extra Warships To Secure Fuel Transit Amid Hormuz Strait Shutdown

India is bolstering its naval presence in the Gulf of Oman by deploying additional warships to ensure the safe passage of its fuel carriers through the battle-ravaged Strait of Hormuz.This move comes amid escalating military tensions in West Asia, where the ongoing war has severely disrupted global oil supplies, reported Hindustan Times.The Strait of Hormuz, a vital chokepoint for 20 per cent of

March 19, 2026
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