India’s AMCA And TEJAS MK-2 Remain Dependent On US Engines As Global Fighters Face Similar Challenges

India’s ambition to field a fifth‑generation stealth fighter has once again underscored one of its most persistent technological hurdles: the inability to produce a world‑class fighter jet engine, reported Times of India.While the country has made notable progress in indigenous airframes, radars, avionics and weapons, propulsion continues to rely on foreign suppliers.The issue has gained renewed

June 28, 2026
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DRDO Begins Work On Polymer And Telescopic Ammunition To Modernise Infantry Weapons

The Defence Research and Development Organisation has initiated development of two advanced ammunition technologies that could reshape the future of India’s small arms ecosystem. These are Polymer Cased Ammunition and Cased Telescopic Ammunition. Both are regarded internationally as next-generation solutions for infantry weapons.Polymer Cased Ammunition replaces traditional brass or steel

June 28, 2026
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India’s Defence And Self-Reliance Milestones Highlighted By PM Modi In Mann Ki Baat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his monthly ‘Mann Ki Baat’ program highlighted India’s significant strides in defence, security, and self-reliance during June. He noted that these achievements will fill every citizen with pride as the country continues to strengthen its indigenous capabilities.He lauded the maiden successful flight of the first made-in-India C-295 military transport aircraft.

June 28, 2026
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Aheesa Tapes Out India’s First RISC-V Broadband Network SoC In Early 2026

Aheesa Digital Innovations has achieved a significant milestone in India’s semiconductor journey with the tape-out of VIHAAN-I, the country’s first domestically designed RISC-V-based broadband networking system-on-chip (SoC).This development marks a breakthrough in India’s efforts to build indigenous solutions for optical fibre access networks, which are critical for delivering last-mile

June 27, 2026
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Dassault Seeks Indian Partner For Rafale Wing Production

Dassault Aviation is actively scouting for an Indian partner to locally manufacture the wings of Rafale fighter jets, a move that would deepen Indo‑French defence collaboration and expand India’s aerospace manufacturing ecosystem.This initiative follows the ongoing fuselage production partnership with Tata Advanced Systems in Hyderabad and signals Dassault’s intent to broaden industrial

June 27, 2026
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EON Space Labs Develops Buho-75 IR Imager For Indigenous Drone Tracking At 1 Km Range

Hyderabad-based EON Space Labs has unveiled the Buho-75 IR Imager, an indigenous drone-tracking system capable of detecting UAVs at ranges of up to 1 kilometre. The system integrates AI-driven real-time tracking, thermal imaging, and pan-tilt stabilisation, marking another step in India’s push for self-reliance in advanced defence electro-optics.The Buho-75 IR Imager is designed as a compact yet

June 27, 2026
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Tashi Network And DroneVerse Conduct Breakthrough Drone Swarm Trials In Delhi

Tashi Network and DroneVerse have successfully conducted one of India’s most advanced drone swarm field trials in Delhi, showcasing edge-native autonomous coordination that allows missions to continue even under jamming, connectivity loss, or battery constraints. This marks a significant step in India’s push towards decentralised, AI-enabled warfare systems.The joint trial was executed over a

June 27, 2026
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Zen Technologies Develops Indigenous Micro Missile Launcher For Hard Kill Against Drones

Zen Technologies, based in Hyderabad, is advancing its indigenous defence portfolio with the development of a Micro Missile Launcher designed specifically for hard kill against drones.This system represents a significant step in India’s counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS) capabilities, providing a kinetic solution to neutralise hostile drones that cannot be defeated by electronic jamming

June 27, 2026
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Spin Craft Rajkot Develops Indigenous Drone Engines For UAV Propulsion

Rajkot-based Spin Craft Powertrain Pvt. Ltd. has embarked on the development of indigenous drone engines, positioning itself as a key player in India’s growing UAV propulsion ecosystem.Established in 2025, the company is leveraging advanced simulation-to-production capabilities to deliver high-performance, lightweight internal combustion engines tailored for unmanned aerial vehicles.Spin Craft

June 27, 2026
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‘Raven Reaper’ FPV Drone Unveiled By DRMGR Aerospace And Benzz Technologies

Chennai-based DRMGR Aerospace and Benzz Technologies have unveiled the Raven Reaper, a new FPV drone designed for tactical applications, marking a significant step in India’s indigenous unmanned systems development.This platform combines advanced engineering with modular payload capabilities, positioning it as a versatile solution for both defence and specialised civilian missions.The Raven

June 27, 2026
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