CSIR-NAL Secures Production Partner For HANSA-3 Trainer As SARAS MK-2 Awaits Design Completion

CSIR-NAL has confirmed that Pioneer Clean Amps is the production partner for the indigenous HANSA-3 (NG) trainer aircraft, while the SARAS Mk-2 program remains in the design phase with critical configuration changes expected to be finalised soon.This marks a significant step in India’s push for self-reliance in aviation training and regional connectivity.The CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (

June 11, 2026
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Zorawar Light Tank Faces Two-Year Delay As Army Seeks Enhanced Protection

India’s indigenous light tank programme, Project Zorawar, is facing a significant delay as the Army has demanded enhanced protection levels against enemy fire, according to a report by Manu Pubby of Times of India.This requirement is expected to push back the induction timeline by up to two years, creating technical challenges for developers who must balance increased armour weight with the

June 11, 2026
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Indian Army Inducts 106 Turbojet-Powered Peacekeeper (AGNIVEG) Kamikaze Drones With Precision Strike Capability

The Indian Army has received a major boost to its unmanned warfare arsenal with the induction of 106 advanced kamikaze drones. These turbojet-powered systems, named Peacekeeper (Agniveg), have been delivered by defence technology firm SMPP and are designed to strike deep inside enemy territory while operating effectively in contested electromagnetic environments.This milestone marks a significant

June 11, 2026
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Made-In-India Airbus C295 Completes Maiden Test Flight In Vadodara

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

June 11, 2026
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TEJAS Fighter Jet Supply Chain Scandal As HAL Flags Forged Test Reports

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited has lodged a formal complaint against Hyderabad-based TEC Aero Devices, alleging that the supplier submitted forged test reports during the supply of aircraft components for the Light Combat Aircraft MK-1A fighter program.The matter has now escalated into a criminal investigation, highlighting serious concerns about supply chain integrity in one of India’s most

June 11, 2026
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AMCA Airframe Undergoing Testing At Open Range RCS Measurement Facility At Dundigal

The Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program has reached a significant stage in its developmental cycle, with radar cross-section (RCS) testing being conducted at Dundigal, Hyderabad, Telangana.The coordinates provided, 17.674359, 78.390435, correspond closely to the Defence Research and Development Organisation’s (DRDO) ORANGE facility, which stands for Open Range RCS Measurement

June 11, 2026
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MoD Signs ₹449 Crore Deal With Accord Software For Indigenous GNSS Jammers To Boost Naval Electronic Warfare Edge

India’s Defence Ministry has signed a ₹449 crore contract with Accord Software and Systems Private Limited, Bangalore, for the procurement of 20 Enhanced Capability Global Navigation Satellite System (ECGNSS) jammers for the Indian Navy, marking a major boost to indigenous electronic warfare capabilities.Designed to thwart enemy navigation systems, the GNSS jammers can disrupt tracking and

June 10, 2026
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India’s Aviation Challenge Lies In Supporting Russian IL-114-300 And SJ-100 Aircraft Fleets, Not Just Building Them

Manufacturing aircraft is often described as the most visible part of the aviation industry, but sustaining them over decades is the true test of capability.In India’s case, even the manufacturing stage is fraught with delays and bottlenecks, yet the far greater challenge lies in ensuring that fleets remain operationally available for forty years or more.The acquisition of 100–200 Russian

June 10, 2026
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Bharat Forge Expands Into Semiconductors, Strengthens Defence Exports With Landmark Orders

Bharat Forge has formally entered the billion‑dollar semiconductor industry, marking a significant diversification of its portfolio. Chairman Baba Kalyani revealed in an interview with CNBC‑TV18 that the company is now working with three of the world’s five largest semiconductor firms, with major orders already secured.This move positions Bharat Forge at the forefront of India’s push to establish

June 10, 2026
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Workshop On Defence Procurement, iDEX, TPCR And Testing Procedures To Boost MSME And Start-Up Participation

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

June 10, 2026
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