Japanese Robotics Start-Up Explores Indian Partnerships For Humanoid Robot Manufacturing

Japan’s robotics start-up Jinki-Ittai Co. Ltd. has announced its intention to seek Indian partners for the manufacture of its advanced humanoid robots, signalling a new phase of collaboration between Japanese innovation and India’s growing industrial base, reported Hindu Business Line.The company’s founder and representative director, Kanaoka, inaugurated the 21st edition of INTEC 2026, an

June 8, 2026
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Astra Microwave Nears Completion of Active Antenna Array Unit (AAAU) For Virupaksha AESA Radar

Astra Microwave Products Limited is now in the final stages of completing the Active Antenna Array Unit (AAAU) for the Virupaksha AESA radar, a critical component of India’s ₹63,000 crore “Super Sukhoi” modernisation program.The full radar system is expected to be ready for integration into the Indian Air Force’s Su-30MKI fleet by the end of 2026.Astra Microwave has confirmed that the AAAU, which

June 7, 2026
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Modi’s Hazira Visit Showcases India’s Leap Toward Defence Self-Reliance

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Larsen & Toubro’s Hazira facility
on 5 June 2026 marked a decisive moment in India’s defence modernisation,
showcasing a suite of indigenous systems that underline the private sector’s
growing role in military production.

The display ranged from the Zorawar light tank and K9 Vajra-T artillery to
futuristic directed-energy weapons and

June 7, 2026
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L&T’s Unmanned Turret To Transform India’s Future Combat Vehicles

Larsen & Toubro’s unmanned medium‑calibre turret for India’s Future Infantry Combat Vehicle represents a decisive step forward in the evolution of mechanised warfare.Conceived as part of the effort to replace the ageing BMP‑2 fleet, the turret embodies the philosophy of maximising crew survivability by relocating soldiers into the safety of the main hull while enabling remote operation of

June 7, 2026
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Army And Mahindra Defence Establish Forward Repair Camp To Retrofit Armado LSVs With Advanced Features

The Indian Army, in partnership with Mahindra Defence Systems, has established a Forward Repair Camp at Joshimath to retrofit Armado Light Specialist Vehicles with Brake Pad Wear Indicators, ensuring sustained combat readiness and logistical efficiency in the demanding Garhwal Sector.This initiative strengthens tactical mobility under the Atmanirbhar Bharat framework while enhancing preventive

June 7, 2026
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Prime Minister Modi Reviews L&T’s TRAJAN Howitzer As India Expands Defence Export Footprint

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent review of the indigenously manufactured TRAJAN 155mm howitzer at Larsen & Toubro’s Hazira manufacturing plant underscored India’s growing stature as a global defence manufacturer.The inspection was not merely symbolic but highlighted India’s strategic ambition to position itself as a credible exporter of advanced defence systems to nations such as

June 6, 2026
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Zorawar Light Tank To Gain NATO-Level Armour Protection Against 30mm APFSDS Threats

India’s indigenous Zorawar light tank is being upgraded to NATO-level armour standards, capable of defeating 30mm APFSDS rounds.This marks a major leap in survivability and battlefield resilience, ensuring the tank can withstand threats from modern infantry fighting vehicles and attack helicopters in high-altitude combat zones.The Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL) has confirmed

June 6, 2026
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Bridging The Gap: India Needs Su‑57s Now — AMCA’s Waiting Isn’t An Option

India is weighing the acquisition of Russia’s Su-57 stealth fighters as an interim solution to bridge its airpower gap until the indigenous AMCA enters service around 2035.Persistent delays in the AMCA program, combined with China’s expanding J-20 fleet and Pakistan’s expected induction of the J-35, make the Su-57 a potential stopgap to maintain regional parity.India’s Advanced Medium Combat

June 6, 2026
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Solar Industries Strengthens Project Kusha With Indigenous Missile Propulsion Expertise

India’s Project Kusha has entered a decisive phase with Solar Industries contributing solid rocket motors and advanced propellants, marking a major milestone in the country’s drive for strategic autonomy in air defence.The program, led by DRDO, is progressing rapidly with fabricated interceptors and successful propulsion trials, aiming for induction between 2028 and 2030.India is pressing ahead

June 6, 2026
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Four Defence Firms Data Patterns, BDL, HAL, And L&T Ride BrahMos Export Wave To Global Prominence

India’s BrahMos export surge is reshaping the defence industrial landscape, with four key companies—Data Patterns, Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL), Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), and Larsen & Toubro (L&T)—emerging as major beneficiaries.Their integration into the BrahMos ecosystem has positioned them at the forefront of India’s defence export boom, driven by multi‑billion‑rupee deals

June 6, 2026
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