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India is expected to initiate flight trials for its long-awaited Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) UAV programme within the next six months, marking a major stride toward enhancing indigenous unmanned aerial capabilities.The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and participating private sector manufacturers are finalising pre-trial evaluations to achieve deployment-readiness
Chennai-based Zuppa and Navi Mumbai-based Divide By Zero (DBZ) have joined forces to unveil India’s first 3D‑printed Mobile Drone Fabrication Units, marking a major technological milestone under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision for indigenous defence innovation.The initiative reflects India’s growing capability to combine autonomous systems, additive manufacturing, and AI in a deployable
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the landmark ₹1 lakh crore Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme Fund at the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025 in New Delhi.The announcement marks one of the most ambitious national investments in scientific research and future technologies ever undertaken by India.Describing the initiative as “a historic
India’s defence electronics landscape is undergoing a decisive transformation. Across DRDO’s network of laboratories and deployments on the front lines, indigenous sensors, seekers, radars, and electronic warfare (EW) suites are moving beyond prototypes to proven, combat-ready systems. These technologies now underpin mission-critical capabilities in air defence, naval warfare, and undersea
India’s push for self-reliance in the defence sector is showing tangible results with a significant decline in imports and a record rise in exports. G Satheesh Reddy, Member of the National Security Advisory Board, highlighted that domestic sourcing of defence components and equipment has expanded remarkably over the past two decades.Reddy noted that 20 to 25 years ago, India’s defence sector was
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has called for a stronger role from private industry and start-ups in accelerating the development of its next-generation integrated air defence initiative, the Sudarshan Chakra project.This initiative aims to establish a fully indigenous, multi-layered defensive network capable of countering diverse aerial threats, including aircraft,
India’s quest to emerge as a global hub for defence innovation and manufacturing is being spearheaded by the Ministry of Defence’s flagship programme — Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX). According to a report published in the Vietnam Times, the initiative is acting as a long-term roadmap for the nation’s capability development and industrial transformation in the defence sector.Launched
Hyderabad-based Vector Technics is at the forefront of developing fully
indigenous propulsion and power electronics solutions for India’s rapidly
growing drone industry. The company’s mission revolves around designing and
manufacturing high-performance components built entirely within India,
aligning closely with the nation’s drive toward technological self-reliance in
Chennai‑based KAL‑M Robotics and Gandhinagar‑based Rudram Dynamics have jointly announced an advanced unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) initiative focused on all‑terrain adaptability and operational autonomy. The collaboration aligns with India’s drive for indigenous autonomous ground platforms suited to challenging terrains such as the Thar Desert.The new system features an additively manufactured
Dehradun-based IAR Aviation and Robotics, in collaboration with Sky Mission, has developed an indigenous drone training rig that marks a global first in its design and functionality. The system introduces a 5-axis configuration, enabling comprehensive training and simulation for drone pilots in fully indoor environments.The 5-axis mechanism provides exceptional movement precision, allowing