India’s ambitious Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft  (AMCA) programme has entered a decisive new phase, marking a historic shift in the country’s defence manufacturing ecosystem. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited  (HAL), long the backbone of India’s combat aircraft production, is no longer in contention for building the first prototypes of the fifth-generation stealth fighter. Instead, three major private-sector companies— Tata Advanced Systems , Larsen & Toubro (L&T), and Bharat F

India has achieved a significant milestone in advanced missile propulsion with the Defence Research and Development Organisation  (DRDO) successfully demonstrating Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) technology. The test, conducted at the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, Odisha , represents a critical step forward in India’s efforts to develop next-generation, long-range air-to-air missile systems. This successful demonstration places India among a select group of nations that

India marked a major milestone in its defence journey during the 77th Republic Day  Parade with the public unveiling of the Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile (LR-AShM). Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation  (DRDO), the advanced missile system was showcased at Kartavya Path in New Delhi, signalling India’s entry into the elite group of nations possessing hypersonic weapon capabilities. The display reflected the growing maturity of India’s indige

India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation  (DRDO) has marked a significant achievement in the nation’s defence and aerospace capabilities with the successful ground test of a full-scale scramjet engine. Conducted at the advanced Scramjet Connect Pipe Test (SCPT) facility in Hyderabad , the long-duration test validates critical technological breakthroughs required for India’s Hypersonic Cruise Missile Programme, which aims to develop missiles capable of flying at s

India’s space ambitions for 2026 began with high expectations as the Indian Space Research Organisation  (ISRO) launched the PSLV-C62 mission on January 12, 2026, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota . The Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle lifted off at 10:18 am IST, carrying 16 satellites into space. The mission was particularly significant as it included EOS-N1 (Anvesha), a strategic Earth observation satellite developed for the Defence Research and Development Org

India marked a significant milestone in its defence modernisation journey on December 31, 2025, with the successful test launch of two indigenously developed Pralay missiles off the coast of Odisha . Conducted by the Defence Research and Development Organisation  (DRDO), the test involved a salvo launch, with both missiles fired in quick succession from the same mobile launcher at the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur. The exercise formed part of user evaluation trials and c

India has achieved a significant milestone in its journey toward defence self-reliance with the successful maiden test of the Long-Range Pinaka  Guided Rocket (LRGR-120). Conducted from the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur in Odisha , the test validated India’s ability to strike targets with precision at a range of 120 kilometres, strengthening the Indian Army’s long-range artillery capabilities. The successful trial underscores India’s growing confidence in indigenous weap

India has taken a major step forward in reinforcing its nuclear deterrence with the successful test of the K-4 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) from the nuclear-powered submarine INS Arighaat. Conducted in the Bay of Bengal, the test marks a crucial advancement in India’s ability to deploy long-range nuclear weapons from underwater platforms, a capability possessed by only a handful of nations globally. The test was carried out under the supervision of the Strategi

India’s defence preparedness received a significant boost as the Defence Research and Development Organisation  (DRDO) successfully completed the User Evaluation Trials (UETs) of the Akash Next Generation (Akash-NG) surface-to-air missile system. The trials mark a crucial step toward the system’s induction into active service, reinforcing India’s layered air defence architecture at a time of evolving regional and global security challenges. Conducted with the active participa

India is poised to make a significant stride in its defence diplomacy with the impending export of its BrahMos  supersonic cruise missiles to Vietnam and Indonesia . Valued at more than ₹4,000 crore (around $450 million), these deals underscore India’s growing role as a trusted defence partner in the Indo-Pacific region and highlight its emergence as a global supplier of advanced military technology. The BrahMos missile can travel at almost three times the speed of sound, rea

India is preparing to roll out a sophisticated, fully indigenous air-defence shield over the Delhi-NCR region, marking a major step in securing the nation’s most sensitive and strategic zone. Developed under the leadership of the Defence Research and Development Organisation  (DRDO), the Integrated Air Defence Weapon System (IADWS) brings together India’s most advanced missile, radar and sensor technologies into a unified defensive network. This landmark decision reflects a s

India has taken a remarkable leap in aerospace innovation after the Defence Research and Development Organisation  (DRDO), working with CSIR–National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL), successfully demonstrated the nation’s first flight-capable morphing wing segment. This technological milestone places India among a select set of nations experimenting with advanced adaptive aircraft wings — a field that has long been considered futuristic and extremely complex. The achievement goe

India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh  held a pivotal meeting with Russian Defence Minister Andrey Belousov in New Delhi on 4 December 2025, marking a significant moment in India–Russia defence cooperation. The meeting began with a solemn tribute at the National War Memorial, after which the leaders convened for detailed strategic discussions at the Manekshaw Centre. Their dialogue emphasised expanding long-term military collaboration, modernising India’s air-defence grid an

India has strengthened its position in advanced aerospace safety technology after the Defence Research and Development Organisation  (DRDO) successfully conducted a high-speed rocket-sled test of a fighter aircraft escape system. The achievement, carried out at the Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory (TBRL) in Chandigarh , marks a major milestone in the country’s capability to independently test and validate life-saving technologies for combat pilots. The Ministry of Defe

As India bids farewell to its legendary MiG-21  fighters, a new era of aerial power is taking shape. The Indian Air Force (IAF) is preparing for a significant mid-life upgrade of its most formidable fighter aircraft — the Sukhoi Su-30MKI. Often referred to as the “Super Sukhoi” project, this initiative represents India’s strategic push to enhance combat readiness, indigenise defence technology, and maintain air superiority in an increasingly volatile regional environment. Su-

India’s dream of sending its own astronauts into space is edging closer to reality as the Gaganyaan  mission nears completion. According to ISRO  Chairman V. Narayanan, nearly 90% of the development work has been successfully completed, marking a decisive step toward the country’s first human space mission. The project, which aims to demonstrate India’s technological capabilities in human spaceflight, symbolizes a monumental leap in the nation’s scientific and strategic advan

In a decisive move to enhance India’s defence preparedness and self-reliance, the Government of India has approved capital acquisition proposals worth approximately ₹79,000 crore for the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. The approval was granted by the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh  on October 23, 2025. This marks one of the largest rounds of defence procurement in recent years and underscores the government’s conti

India has taken a major step in deepening defence ties with Brazil  by proposing the supply of its indigenous Akash  surface-to-air missile system. This initiative was discussed during high-level talks between Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh  and Brazilian Vice President Geraldo Alckmin in New Delhi on October 15, 2025. Brazilian Defence Minister José Múcio Monteiro Filho also participated in the discussions, emphasizing both nations’ commitment to expanding military co

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