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India-France Strategic Partnership Takes Flight with H-125 Final Assembly Line

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Tata Airbus H-125 Helicopter Plant India: On February 17, 2026, a significant chapter in the evolving India-France defence partnership was marked with the virtual inauguration of the final assembly line for the Airbus H-125 Light Utility Helicopter. The event, streamed from Mumbai, saw Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron joining virtually, with the physical ceremony held at Tata Advanced Systems’ (TASL) facility in Vemagal, Karnataka. Alongside them, key figures from both governments participated, including Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, French Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs Catherine Vautrin, Union Minister of Civil Aviation K. R. Naidu, and Karnataka’s Minister for Large & Medium Industries, Dr. M.B. Patil.

India’s Solar Defence Unveils 125kg Precision Guided Air Bomb

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Solar Defence 125kg Air Dropped Bomb: New Delhi: In a notable boost to India’s quest for defence self-reliance, Solar Defence on Monday unveiled its indigenously developed Air Bomb 125 kg, a precision-guided munition that has successfully cleared a comprehensive series of trials. Developed under the MAKE-II category of the Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) 2020, the bomb marks a significant milestone in private sector participation in advanced munitions manufacturing.

India’s Olee Space Unveils World’s Most Compact AI-Powered Laser Sniper on UGV Platform

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Olee Space’s AI-powered autonomous laser powered sniper for CUAS operations: Pune-based defence technology firm olee.space has unveiled what it describes as the world’s most compact 2-kilowatt AI-enabled laser sniper system mounted on an Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV), marking a significant advancement in autonomous ground combat systems. The indigenous platform has successfully completed field testing with key defence stakeholders and is now ready for operational deployment and sale, officials familiar with the programme confirmed.

AAI and Apogee Aerospace Join Forces to Propel Amphibious Aviation in India

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AAI-Apogee Aerospace Partnership: Amphibian Aerospace Industries (AAI), a subsidiary of Amphibian Aircraft Holdings (AAH), and Apogee Aerospace Pvt Ltd on February 5 announced a strategic collaboration aimed at establishing amphibious aviation as a strategically important capability for India. The partnership is anchored by the Albatross 2.0 amphibious aircraft platform and reflects a shared vision to position India at the forefront of this niche yet increasingly vital aviation domain.

Airbus Inaugurates Centre of Excellence at Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya to Advance Sustainable Aerospace Research

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Airbus Centre of Excellence at Gatishakti Vishwavidyala (GSV): Airbus has inaugurated a Centre of Excellence (CoE) for aerospace studies at Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV), India’s industry-driven university focused on transportation and logistics, located in Vadodara, Gujarat. The initiative marks a significant step in Airbus’ long-term commitment to strengthening India’s aerospace ecosystem through research, innovation, and talent development.

Embraer, Adani Defence & Aerospace Partner to Build Regional Transport Aircraft Ecosystem in India

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Embraer-Adani Regional Transport Aircraft (RTA) India: New Delhi, January 27, 2026 — Brazilian aerospace major Embraer and Adani Defence & Aerospace on Tuesday announced a strategic partnership aimed at developing a comprehensive regional transport aircraft (RTA) ecosystem in India, marking a significant step toward strengthening indigenous aerospace manufacturing and regional connectivity.

Defence Minister Inaugurates Medium Calibre Ammunition Facility in Nagpur, Flags Off Guided Pinaka Rockets for Armenia

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Rajnath Singh – Solar Group Medium Caliber Ammunition Factory: Nagpur, 19 January 2026: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday inaugurated a Medium Calibre Ammunition Manufacturing Facility at Solar Defence & Aerospace Limited in Nagpur, Maharashtra, underscoring the government’s commitment to achieving self-reliance in ammunition manufacturing and positioning India as a global production hub in the defence sector.

Indian Navy Signs Contract for Three Bottom Opening Non-Propelled Barges

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Indian Navy Bottom Opening Non-Propelled Barrage Suryadipta Projects Private Limited: New Delhi, January 19, 2026: The Indian Navy has signed a contract with M/s Suryadipta Projects Private Limited, Thane, for the construction and delivery of three 200-tonne Bottom Opening Non-Propelled Barges. The agreement was concluded on January 16, 2026, according to an announcement issued by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), Delhi, on Monday.

NBC Bearings and Ahamani EV Technology India Forge Strategic Partnership to Expand Advanced Drone Market

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NBC Bearings-Ahamani Advanced Inc Partnership for Drone Manufacturing in India: National Engineering Industries Ltd. (NBC Bearings), the flagship engineering company of the multi-billion-dollar CKA Birla Group, has entered into a strategic partnership with Ahamani EV Technology India Pvt. Ltd., the Indian subsidiary of Taiwan-based Ahamani Advanced Inc., to accelerate the commercialisation and adoption of advanced drone technologies in India. The partnership was announced on January 16 in New Delhi.

Bharat Forge Limited Secures Rs 300 Crore Contracts for Indigenous Unmanned Systems Under Emergency Procurement Framework

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Bharat Forge Limited Drone Order: Pune-based Bharat Forge Limited (BFL), through its Aerospace Division, has achieved a major milestone in India’s defence modernisation efforts by securing contracts worth approximately Rs 300 crore under the Government of India’s ongoing Emergency Procurement–VI (EP-VI) framework. The contracts have been awarded to meet urgent operational requirements of the Indian Armed Forces and reflect growing confidence in indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities.

Navi Mumbai International Airport Commences Commercial Operations, Signaling Major Milestone for India’s Aviation Sector

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Navi Mumbai International Airport Commences Commercial Operations: Mumbai, December 25, 2025: Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) officially began commercial operations today with the arrival of its first flight, IndiGo 6E460 from Bengaluru, which received a ceremonial water cannon salute—an enduring aviation tradition marking a new chapter in India’s civil aviation.

India’s Belrise and Israel’s Plasan sign strategic deal to deploy ATEMM electric military platform

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Belrise Industries-Plasan’s ATEMM Electric Military Vehicle: New Delhi: India’s Belrise Industries and Israel-based defence company Plasan Sasa have signed a three-year strategic agreement to jointly produce, customise and deploy the ATEMM (All-Terrain Electric Mission Module) platform for the Indian Armed Forces, strengthening defence cooperation between the two countries and supporting India’s push for indigenous manufacturing.

India’s Adani Group Plans Expansion into Aircraft MRO and Freighter Conversion Services

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Adani Group Plans Expansion into Aircraft MRO and Freighter Conversion Services: India’s Adani Group has announced plans to expand its aviation footprint by entering two major service segments: aircraft engine maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) and passenger-to-freighter (P2F) aircraft conversion. The move is aimed at capitalising on India’s rapidly growing aviation market while further diversifying the conglomerate’s infrastructure-led portfolio.

Tata Advanced Systems Breaks Ground on New C-130J Defence MRO Facility in India

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Tata Advanced Systems C-130J Defence MRO Facility in India: Bengaluru, December 8, 2025 — Tata Advanced Systems and Lockheed Martin have officially broken ground on a new Defence Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility in India to support the C-130J Super Hercules fleet. The facility is expected to significantly enhance in-country sustainment for the Indian Air Force (IAF) while opening opportunities for regional and global C-130 operations.

India Defence Startup Sagar Defence Inaugurates Pune Facility For Uncrewed Maritime Systems with Liquid Robotics

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Sagar Defence Liquid Robotics Pune Facility for Uncrewed Underwater System: Pune, India – December 5, 2025: Sagar Defence Engineering Pvt. Ltd., a pioneering Indian defence startup, has inaugurated a new state-of-the-art facility in Pune dedicated to the manufacturing of Uncrewed Surface Vehicles (USVs). This plant marks a significant milestone in the company’s collaboration with Liquid Robotics, a Boeing company, to co-develop and co-produce advanced maritime systems.

JSW Defence Breaks Ground on Cutting-Edge UAS Facility in Hyderabad, Partners with Shield AI to Revolutionize India’s Defence Sector

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JSW Defence’s UAS Factory in Hyderabad, India: Hyderabad, India – December 2, 2025: In a significant step towards boosting India’s defence capabilities and self-reliance in unmanned aerial systems (UAS), JSW Defence Pvt. Ltd., part of the US$ 23 billion JSW Group, today officially commenced construction of its next-generation UAS manufacturing facility in Hyderabad. This state-of-the-art facility, located at EMC Maheshwaram, will be a cornerstone in India’s ambition to lead the global defence technology market, particularly in the realm of military drones.

HAL-Hensoldt Offer Obstacle Avoidance System for Indian Military Helicopters:

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HAL-Hensoldt Offer Obstacle Avoidance System for Indian Military Helicopters: Dubai, UAE – November 2025 – Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and HENSOLDT, a leading German provider of sensor solutions, have reached a significant milestone in defense collaboration with the signing of a major contract for the transfer of technology and integration of an advanced Obstacle Avoidance System (OAS) for Indian military helicopters. The deal, announced at the Dubai Airshow 2025, marks a transformative step in Indo-German defense ties and strengthens India’s aerospace capabilities.

IdeaForge Secures ₹100 Crore in Indian Army Orders for Newly Launched ZOLT and SWITCH V2 UAVs

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Mumbai | November 14, 2025, In a major boost to India’s indigenous unmanned aerial systems ecosystem, ideaForge Technology Limited, one of the country’s leading UAV manufacturers, has won ₹100 crore worth of new orders from the Indian Army for its latest products — the ZOLT Tactical UAV and the SWITCH V2 Hybrid VTOL UAV. The orders reaffirm the Army’s trust in ideaForge’s operationally proven drone technologies and highlight the company’s growing leadership in the defence UAV market.

India, Vietnam Sign MoU on Submarine Search & Rescue Support at 15th Defence Policy Dialogue in Hanoi

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India-Vietnam Defence Cooperation: India and Vietnam reaffirmed their steadily growing defence partnership at the 15th edition of the India–Vietnam Defence Policy Dialogue (DPD) held in Hanoi on November 10, 2025. The dialogue, co-chaired by India’s Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and Vietnam’s Deputy Minister of National Defence Sr Lt Gen Hoang Xuan Chien, resulted in significant new agreements aimed at enhancing bilateral military cooperation, particularly in maritime security and high-technology domains.

Airbus Helicopters Hosts Symposium to Boost Rotorcraft Safety Awareness in India

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Airbus Helicopters Hosts Symposium to Boost Rotorcraft Safety Awareness in India: New Delhi, October 31, 2025 — In a bid to strengthen safety standards within India’s rapidly expanding rotorcraft sector, Airbus Helicopters organized a comprehensive symposium focused on ‘Safety and Support & Services’ in New Delhi on Thursday. The event brought together key stakeholders in the helicopter industry, including regulators, operators, and aviation experts, to discuss critical issues around accident prevention, operational best practices, and the future of safety in India’s growing rotorcraft ecosystem.

Adani Airports Partners with AIONOS to Revolutionize Passenger Experience with AI-Powered Solutions

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Adani Airport – AIONOS AI Partnership: New Delhi, October 30, 2025 — Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL), the largest operator of Public Private Partnership airports in India, has entered into a strategic partnership with AIONOS, an InterGlobe Enterprises company and a global leader in enterprise AI, to implement an advanced AI-driven system aimed at enhancing the passenger experience across its airports. This collaboration, announced on October 30, introduces a multi-lingual, omni-channel agentic AI solution designed to provide personalized, consistent, and seamless support to travelers.

Sanlayan Technologies and Versabyte Data Systems Forge Strategic Partnership to Strengthen India’s Defence Ecosystem

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Sanlayan Versabyte Partnership: Bengaluru, October 27, 2025 — In a significant move aimed at boosting India’s defense sector, Sanlayan Technologies (Sanlayan) has announced a strategic investment in Versabyte Data Systems (Versabyte), a leading player in the defense power electronics market. The partnership is set to accelerate the nation’s push for technological self-reliance in defense and aerospace technologies, with a focus on enhancing indigenous capabilities across key sectors.

PTC Industries Secures GTRE Order for Single Crystal Turbine Blades, Boosting India’s Aerospace Self-Reliance

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PTC Industries Secures GTRE Order for Single Crystal Turbine Blades: New Delhi: PTC Industries Limited has achieved a major milestone by receiving an order from the Defence Research and Development Organisation’s (DRDO) Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) for the production of Single Crystal “Ready-to-Fit” Turbine Blades — a critical component for advanced aero-engines.

QNu Labs Puts India on the Global Quantum Security Map at IMC 2025

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QNu Labs Puts India on the Global Quantum Security Map at IMC 2025: New Delhi, India – As India positions itself as a digital powerhouse, QNu Labs has emerged at the forefront of a quantum security revolution, showcasing its cutting-edge hybrid end-to-end quantum cybersecurity portfolio at the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025. Held under the theme “Innovate to Transform”, IMC 2025 highlighted India’s rapid strides in emerging technologies, including quantum communication, 6G, semiconductor technology, and Li-Fi, with QNu Labs making a significant mark in the realm of quantum security.

Embraer and Mahindra Group Forge Strategic Alliance to Bring C-390 Millennium to India

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Embraer-Mahindra Group Forge Strategic Alliance for C-390 Millennium: New Delhi, India – In a significant move to bolster India’s aerospace capabilities, Embraer Defense & Security and Mahindra Group have entered into a landmark Strategic Cooperation Agreement (SCA) to advance the C-390 Millennium aircraft for the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) program. This partnership, unveiled on October 17 alongside the inauguration of Embraer’s new office in Aerocity, New Delhi, aims to create a robust foundation for local manufacturing, assembly, and supply chain infrastructure in India, marking a bold step toward India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India) vision.

India Successfully Fires Nag ATGM from Zorawar Light Tank: A Major Step in Modernising Defence Capabilities

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Nag ATGM Fired From Zorawar Light Tank: New Delhi, October 17, 2025: In a significant development for India’s defence capabilities, the Indian Army successfully fired the indigenous Nag Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM) from the Zorawar light tank, a highly mobile and versatile combat vehicle designed for high-altitude warfare. The successful test, conducted earlier this week, marks a new milestone in India’s push for self-reliance in military technology.

UNTCC Chiefs’ Conclave 2025 Renews Commitment to Strengthen UN Peacekeeping

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UNTCC Chiefs’ Conclave 2025:  New Delhi, October 16, 2025: The UNTCC (United Nations Troop-Contributing Countries) Chiefs’ Conclave 2025, hosted by the Indian Army from October 14-16, concluded today, marking a significant milestone in the global commitment to reinforcing United Nations peacekeeping operations. The three-day event, held in New Delhi, featured high-level deliberations, solemn ceremonies, and key discussions aimed at addressing the evolving challenges of global peacekeeping.

Ministry of Defence Signs $79 Million Deal with MKU for Advanced Night Sights for Indian Army’s Assault Rifles

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MoD Signs $79 Million Deal with MKU Limited for Advanced Night Sights for Indian Army’s Assault Rifles: New Delhi, October 15, 2025: In a significant step towards enhancing the operational capabilities of the Indian Army, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a contract worth $79 million (₹659.47 crore) for the procurement of advanced Night Sight (Image Intensifier) systems for the 7.62 x 51mm SIG 716 Assault Rifles. The agreement, finalized on October 15, 2025, involves a consortium led by M/s MKU Ltd and M/s Medbit Technologies Pvt Ltd. This cutting-edge technology is set to provide Indian soldiers with enhanced operational effectiveness during night operations, particularly by improving target acquisition in low-light conditions.

Goodluck India Begins Commercial Production of Artillery Shells, Bolstering India’s Defence Capabilities

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Goodluck India Begins Commercial Production of Artillery Shells: New Delhi, India – In a major development for India’s defence sector, Goodluck India Limited, through its defence arm Goodluck Defence and Aerospace Ltd, has officially commenced the commercial production of artillery shells at its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Sikandrabad, Uttar Pradesh. This move is expected to significantly contribute to India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India) initiative, strengthening the country’s indigenous defence capabilities.

Bharat Forge and Windracers Forge Strategic MoU to Revolutionize UAV Operations in India

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DSEI 2025 -Bharat Forge and Windracers Forge Strategic MoU: September 12, 2025, In a groundbreaking move set to enhance India’s UAV capabilities, Bharat Forge Limited (BFL), India’s largest forging and advanced engineering group, has announced a strategic collaboration with Windracers Limited, a leading UK-based manufacturer of the world’s most advanced dual-use heavy-lift drone. The two companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deploy, localize, and apply Windracers’ ULTRA Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) across India, marking a significant step in India’s technological and defense innovation.

India Emerges as a Reliable Defence Supplier with Landmark Artillery Spare Parts Contract for UAE

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KSSL, UAE’s EDGE Group entity MP3 International Contract for Artillery Spare Parts: Abu Dhabi, UAE — In a historic move marking a significant step in India’s growing influence in the global defence market, Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited (KSSL), a subsidiary of Bharat Forge Limited, has secured a landmark contract with the UAE’s MP3 International for the supply of critical spare parts for large-calibre artillery systems. The agreement, signed between Khalifa Al Ali, CEO of MP3 International, and Neelesh Tungar, CEO of KSSL, underscores India’s rising stature as a reliable and trusted supplier of defence equipment to key international partners.

Indra and Tata Advanced Systems Commission First Lanza Naval 3D Air Surveillance Radar for Indian Navy Warship

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Indian  Navy Gets Indra-Tata Advanced Systems Commission Lanza Naval 3D Air Surveillance Radar:  New Delhi, India — Indra, a global leader in aerospace, defence, and mobility engineering, in collaboration with Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), has successfully delivered and commissioned the first-ever Lanza Naval 3D Air Surveillance Radar (3D-ASR – Lanza-N) aboard an Indian Navy warship. The advanced radar system, developed through a strategic partnership, marks a significant milestone in the enhancement of India’s naval defence capabilities.

DRDO Hosts Conclave to Strengthen MSMEs for Defence R&D in Uttar Pradesh’s Defence Industrial Corridor

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DRDO DTTC MSME Defence Technology Conclave – Uttar Pradesh’s Defence Industrial Corridor: In a major initiative to bolster the defence manufacturing ecosystem, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) organized a conclave aimed at empowering Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and start-ups to play a more integral role in India’s defence sector. Held on September 6, 2025, at the DRDO’s Defence Technology and Test Centre (DTTC) in Lucknow, the conclave focused on advancing Uttar Pradesh’s Defence Industrial Corridor, a key strategic initiative to make India a global leader in defence technology and innovation.

Mahindra Aerostructures Secures Major Fuselage Manufacturing Deal from Airbus, Bolstering ‘Make in India’ Efforts

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Mahindra Aerostructures Secures H-125 Helicopter Fuselage Manufacturing Order from Airbus: Bengaluru, India – In a significant step forward for India’s aerospace industry, Airbus has awarded Mahindra Aerostructures Pvt Ltd (MASPL) a contract to manufacture the main fuselage for the H125 helicopter. This development marks another milestone in the growing collaboration between Airbus and Indian companies, further reinforcing the government’s Make in India initiative.

India’s Defence Production Hits Record $16.56 Billion in FY 2024-25

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India’s Defence Production Hits Record $16.56 Billion in FY 2024-25: NEW DELHI – India’s annual defence production has reached a new record high of ₹1,50,590 crore (approximately $16.56 billion) for the financial year (FY) 2024-25. This significant milestone was announced by the government, underscoring a period of robust growth and a concerted push towards self-reliance in the defence manufacturing sector.

India Clears Defence Procurement Worth Over $7 Billion

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India’s Defence Acquisition Council Clears Proposals Worth Over $7 Billion: NEW DELHI – India’s Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh, has approved several new proposals with a total cost of approximately ₹67,000 crore (around $7.37 billion). The approvals, which were granted on August 5, 2025, are designed to enhance the operational capabilities and readiness of the country’s armed forces.

India-Israel Reaffirm Strategic Defence Cooperation in High-Level Bilateral Meeting

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India and Israel Reaffirm Strategic Defence Partnership in High-Level Bilateral Meeting:  New Delhi, July 23, 2025 – In a significant boost to strategic ties, India and Israel have agreed to strengthen long-term defence cooperation during a high-level bilateral meeting held in New Delhi on July 23, 2025. The talks were led by Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh and Major General (Res) Amir Baram, Director General of Israel’s Ministry of Defence, underscoring the growing synergy between the two nations in security, defence technology, and counter-terrorism efforts.

Indian Navy, DRDO Successfully Test Extended Range Anti-Submarine Rocket

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Indian Navy-DRDO’s Extended Range Anti-Submarine Rocket: New Delhi, India – July 8, 2025 – In a significant boost to its anti-submarine warfare capabilities, the Indian Navy has successfully concluded the user trials of the indigenously developed Extended Range Anti-Submarine Rocket (ERASR). The rigorous trials, conducted from the INS Kavaratti between June 23 and July 07, 2025, demonstrated the advanced capabilities of this crucial new weapon system, paving the way for its imminent induction into the naval fleet.

ISRO Propels India’s Private Space Sector: 10 Technologies Transferred to Indian Firms

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India’s ISRO Transfers 10 New Technologies to Indian Companies: AHMEDABAD, India – In a significant stride towards fostering a robust public-private partnership and accelerating the commercialization of space technology, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has transferred 10 state-of-the-art technologies to six Indian companies. This landmark move, facilitated by the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), is set to unlock ISRO’s vast repository of innovations for wider industrial application, propelling India’s ambition for self-reliance in the space domain.

India Bolsters Indigenous Defence with $12.5 Billion Acquisition Push

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Defence Acquisition Council Approves Defence Procurement worth Rs 1.05 Lakh Crore ($12.5 Billion): New Delhi, India – July 3, 2025 – In a significant stride towards bolstering self-reliance in defence manufacturing, India’s Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, today greenlit ten pivotal capital acquisition proposals valued at approximately Rs 1.05 lakh crore (over $12.5 billion USD). The approvals, all falling under the ‘Buy (Indian-Indigenously Designed Developed and Manufactured)’ category, underscore the nation’s unwavering commitment to strengthening its armed forces through domestic innovation and production.

SMPP Secures Twin Indian Army Contracts for Protective Gear

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SMPP Secures Twin Indian Army Contracts for Protective Gear: New Delhi – July 2, 2025 – SMPP, an Indian manufacturer of defense equipment, has been awarded two contracts by the Indian Army. The contracts, issued under Emergency Procurement 5 on June 22, 2025, are for the supply of Bulletproof Jackets and Advanced Ballistic Helmets. The total value of these orders exceeds ₹300 crore (approximately $36.14 million USD).

India’s Mahindra Aerostructures Bags $300 Mn Order from Spain’s Aernnova for Supply of Aircraft Subassemblies

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Mahindra Aerostructure-Aernnova $300 million contract for supply of Airbus, Embraer Aircrafts Components: Paris, France – In a significant move poised to reshape global aerospace supply chains, Aernnova Aerospace, SAU, and Mahindra Aerostructures Pvt. Ltd (MASPL) have announced the signing of a multi-year contract valued at approximately $300 million. This landmark agreement solidifies a decade-long partnership, entrusting MASPL with the critical manufacturing of metal sub-assemblies and components for a broad spectrum of Airbus and Embraer aircraft, including the formidable Embraer C390 Millennium military transport.

Max Aerospace to Establish Major Helicopter Manufacturing Facility in Nagpur

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Max Aerospace to Invest $960 Million in Helicopter Facility in Nagpur: Nagpur, Maharashtra – Nagpur, the second capital of Maharashtra, is poised for a significant leap in India’s defence and aerospace landscape, as Max Aerospace and Aviation Pvt Ltd announces a massive investment of Rs 8,000 crore (approximately $960 million USD) to establish a state-of-the-art helicopter manufacturing facility. This ambitious project is set to unfold over the next eight years, marking a pivotal moment for indigenous defence production.

Bengaluru Startup Pixxel Secures iDEX SPARK Grant to Develop Hyperspectral, MWIR Payloads

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Pixxel Bags iDEX Grant to Develop Hyperspectral and Mid-Wave Infrared Payloads: Bengaluru – Pixxel, a pioneering Bengaluru-based space technology firm renowned for developing the world’s highest-resolution hyperspectral satellite constellation, has announced a significant stride in its collaboration with the Indian defence ecosystem. The company has formally signed a second agreement with the Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX), under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, securing a crucial SPARK (Support for Prototype and Research Kickstart) Grant.

Make in India Takes Flight: Dassault and Tata to Make Rafale Jet Parts in Hyderabad

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Dassault-Tata Advanced Systems Limited to Manufacture Rafale Jet Parts in India: The partnership will see TASL play a crucial role in the global supply chain for the Rafale, manufacturing critical components for the advanced fighter jet. This move is a departure from Dassault’s earlier joint venture with Reliance Defence and is seen by analysts as a more robust and technologically significant step towards creating a defense-industrial ecosystem in India.

Tata Electronics, BEL Join Hands to Boost India’s Semiconductor Self-Reliance

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Tata Electronics and Bharat Electronics Partnership for Semiconductor Sector: Mumbai, India – In a significant move to bolster India’s domestic electronics and semiconductor manufacturing capabilities, Tata Electronics and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The agreement, signed on June 5, 2025, aims to jointly develop indigenous solutions to meet the nation’s growing demand for advanced electronics, aligning with the Indian government’s “Make in India” and self-reliance initiatives.

India Takes Historic Leap: Defence Minister Clears Path for Indigenous 5th-Gen AMCA Fighter

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India Clears 5th Generation AMCA Fighter: NEW DELHI – In a move poised to fundamentally transform India’s aerial combat capabilities and bolster its strategic autonomy, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today officially approved the “execution model” for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program. This landmark decision greenlights the indigenous development of India’s first fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, signaling a robust commitment to self-reliance in advanced defense technology.

Rheinmetall and Reliance Defence Forge Strategic Ammunition Partnership

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Germany’s Rheinmetall, India’s Reliance Group Join Forces to Make Ammunition in India: Düsseldorf, Germany & Mumbai, India – [Date of Release, e.g., November 15, 2016] – In a significant move highlighting burgeoning German-Indian defense cooperation, Düsseldorf-based Rheinmetall AG and India’s Reliance Defence Ltd have officially entered into a strategic partnership focused on the crucial field of ammunition. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) cementing this collaboration has been signed by representatives of both leading companies.

India’s Adani Defence, Sparton Join Hands to Locally Produce Sonobuoys

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India’s Adani Defence, Sparton MoU for Anti-Submarine Warfare Technology: New Delhi, India – Adani Defence and Aerospace announced on Sunday a collaboration agreement with Sparton (DeLeon Springs LLC), a subsidiary of Elbit Systems, focused on the indigenisation of advanced anti-submarine warfare (ASW) systems for the Indian market. The partnership aims to localise the assembly of complex electronic systems and advanced ASW solutions, catering to both domestic and international demands.

DEFEA 2025: India’s Bharat Forge Targets European Market with Advanced MArG 155mm Howitzers

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KSSL Showcases Mounted Artillery Gun (MArG) to European Customers at DEFEA 2025: Athens, Greece – Indian defence major Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited (KSSL), the defence arm of Bharat Forge, is making a significant bid for the European artillery market by showcasing its state-of-the-art Mounted Artillery Gun (MArG) 155mm self-propelled howitzers at the DEFEA 2025 international defence exhibition. The event is scheduled for May 6-8, 2025, at the Metropolitan Exhibition Center near Athens International Airport.

India-Israel Defense Partnership Deepens: IAI and DCX Systems Launch “ELTX” Joint Venture Focusing on Radar and Ground Systems

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Israel’s IAI, India’s DCX form JV company ELTX: BANGALORE, INDIA: In a significant development highlighting the evolving and deepening defense relationship between Israel and India, Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), a global aerospace and defense giant, and DCX Systems Limited, a leading Indian manufacturer of electronic systems, officially announced the establishment of a new joint venture (JV) on Monday, April 21st. Named “ELTX,” the venture is strategically positioned to bolster India’s defense sector by focusing on high-end technologies, particularly airborne radars and ground-based systems, directly supporting the Indian government’s ambitious ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ (Self-Reliant India) and ‘Make in India’ initiatives.

Indian Army Bets on Aeroshul Technologies for Multi-Barrel Loitering Munition System

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India startup AeroShul to build loitering munition swarms for Indian Army: New Delhi: In a significant leap towards modernizing its artillery capabilities, the Indian Army has selected Gurugram-based startup AeroShul Technologies Pvt Ltd to develop its ambitious Multi-Barrel Loitering Munition (MBLM) system. This cutting-edge project, born from the Defence Minister’s ADITI 2.0 initiative, aims to transform existing artillery rocket systems into precision strike platforms with extended range and enhanced lethality.

Ashok Leyland Secures $82 Million Indian Army Vehicle Order

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Ashok Leyland Bags Rs 700 Crore Indian Army Vehicle Order: Chennai, India – Hinduja Group’s Ashok Leyland announced on Friday that its defence business has been awarded multiple orders valued at over Rs 700 crore ($81.9 million) to supply a range of logistics vehicles to the Indian Army. Deliveries of these vehicles are scheduled to commence in the next financial year.

Bharat Forge will Supply DRDO-Developed ATAGS to Indian Army

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Bharat Forge Bags $806 Million ATAGS Order: Pune, India – In a significant stride towards enhancing India’s indigenous defense capabilities, Bharat Forge Limited has secured a substantial order from the Ministry of Defence (MoD) for the supply of the Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS), developed in collaboration with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). This landmark contract marks a pivotal moment in the modernization of the Indian Army’s artillery regiments.

India Eyes Fleet Expansion: Will Procure Additional 10 Airbus C-295 Military Transport Aircraft

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India-Airbus Negotiate Procurement of Additional 10 C-295 Transport Aircraft: New Delhi, India – In a significant move to modernize its aging military transport capabilities, India is actively negotiating the acquisition of an additional 10 Airbus C-295 aircraft. This potential purchase would augment the nation’s existing order of 71 C-295s, marking a substantial expansion of its fleet and reinforcing its strategic partnership with Airbus and the Tata Group.

India’s Zen Technologies Secures Patent for Advanced Automated Hard Kill Firearm Mounting System

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The patent, granted under the Indian Patents Act, covers Zen Technologies’ Hard Kill Firearm Mounting System, which was initially filed on October 15, 2022, and is now protected until October 15, 2042. This achievement marks Zen Technologies’ third patent in the 2025 calendar year and its thirteenth in the 2024-25 fiscal year, underscoring the company’s dedication to developing indigenous defense solutions.

SAMTEL and HENSOLDT Join Forces to Produce Advanced Avionics in India

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SAMTEL-Hensoldt MoU Aero India 2025: BENGALURU – In a significant boost to India’s indigenous defense manufacturing capabilities, SAMTEL Avionics (SA) and HENSOLDT Avionics have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to co-produce cutting-edge avionics products within India. The agreement, finalized on February 12th, paves the way for a long-term partnership focused on enhancing aviation safety and efficiency in both civil and military domains.

IdeaForge’s SWITCH MINI UAV Certified for Military Use

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IdeaForge’ SWITCH MINI UAV Certified for Military Use: Mumbai, India – January 23, 2025 – ideaForge Technology Limited, a global leader in drone technology, today announced that its SWITCH MINI UAV has successfully obtained the prestigious “Fit for Indian Military Use” certification. This significant milestone, granted by the Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA) following rigorous evaluations, solidifies the SWITCH MINI as the first small UAV to meet the Indian military’s stringent quality and performance standards.

Israel’s Steadicopter, India’s Lotus Team Up to Manufacture Drones in India

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India’s Lotus Advance Technologies-Israel’s Steadicopter to manufacture RUVAs in India: New Delhi, January 18, 2025 – India’s Lotus Advance Technologies has joined forces with Israel’s Steadicopter to manufacture Tactical Rotary Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (RUAVs) domestically. This partnership, announced yesterday, aims to bolster India’s defense capabilities by producing advanced drones tailored to the needs of the Indian Armed Forces and Paramilitary Forces.

India’s Drone Startup Garuda Aerospace Crosses 20 Patents, Expands Beyond Agriculture

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Garuda Aerospace Registers 20 Patents: [Chennai, December 23, 2024] – Drone startup Garuda Aerospace announced today that it has been granted its 20th patent, a significant milestone for the company. This includes six international patents covering a wide range of agriculture drone solutions, encompassing mapping, surveying, spraying, inspections, crop health monitoring, field surveillance, yield monitoring, and seed dropping.

India MoD Orders 100 More K9 Vajra Guns For $900 Million

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India MoD Orders 100 Additional K9 Vajra Guns from Larsen and Toubro: New Delhi – In a significant boost to its artillery modernization efforts, the Indian Ministry of Defence has inked a ₹7,628.70 crore (approximately $897.5 million USD) contract with Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T) for the procurement of 155 mm/52 calibre K9 VAJRA-T Self-Propelled Tracked Artillery Guns.

Indian Light Tank Clears High-Altitude Firing Trials

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Indian Light Tank (ILT) clears high-altitude trials: New Delhi, December 12, 2024: In a significant stride towards enhancing India’s military capabilities, the Indian Light Tank (ILT) has successfully completed a series of high-altitude trials, demonstrating its ability to operate effectively in challenging terrains. The tank, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and manufactured by Larsen & Toubro, fired multiple rounds at various ranges, achieving consistent accuracy at an altitude exceeding 4,200 meters.

India’s Adani Defence Delivers 2nd Drishti-10 Starliner Drone To Navy

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Adani Defence Delivers Drishti-10 Starline Drone to Indian Navy: New Delhi: Adani Defence and Aerospace, a leading player in India’s defense sector, has further bolstered the Indian Navy’s maritime surveillance capabilities with the delivery of a second state-of-the-art Drishti-10 Starliner drone. This advanced unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is set to revolutionize the way India monitors its vast coastline and maritime borders.

SAIL Partners with John Cockerill India for Specialized Steel Production

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SAIL-John Cockerill India MoU: New Delhi, November 29, 2024 – In a strategic move to bolster India’s manufacturing and defense capabilities, Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has announced a significant partnership with John Cockerill India to produce specialized steel products. The collaboration, formally unveiled yesterday, is set to enhance India’s self-reliance in the defense and aerospace sectors by producing high-quality steel tailored for critical applications, including defense-grade equipment, heavy industries, and high-end infrastructure projects.

PM Modi, Spain’s Pedro Sanchez open Tata-Airbus plant in India

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Tata-Airbus C295 Plant: Vadodara, India. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Spanish counterpart Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez Monday jointly inaugurated India’s first private military production facility in Vadodara in Western State of Gujarat. This Tata-Airbus joint facility has been built in collaboration with European defence and aerospace giant Airbus. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had laid the foundation stone for this aircraft production facility in October 2022.

Tata-Airbus: India-Spain PMs to open C-295 production facility in Vadodara

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India PM Narendra Modi, Spain PM Pedro Sanchez to open Tata-Airbus C-295 production facility: Vadodara, India (October 28, 2024): India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez will today jointly open the Tata-Airbus joint venture’s state-of-the-art facility to manufacture C-295 military transport aircraft in Vadodara, Gujarat. This facility, which is India’s first private sector production facility to manufacture military aircraft in the country, is dedicated to the manufacturing of the C-295 military transport aircraft for the Indian Air Force (IAF).

India’s Zen Technologies Bags Major Defence Maintenance Contract

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Zen Technologies bags major defence maintenance contract: New Delhi, India – Zen Technologies Limited, a leading Indian defense technology company, has secured a significant annual maintenance contract (AMC) valued at Rs 46 crore (approximately $5.5 million) with the India’s Ministry of Defence. The five-year contract will cover the upkeep and maintenance of various simulators designed and developed by Zen Technologies.

DRDO awards multiple contracts to Indian defence startups

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DRDO awards 7 new projects to Indian startups: India’s Defense Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has awarded seven new defence projects to private Indian companies, with a particular focus on nurturing micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and startups. These projects have been awarded to Indian defence startups spread across the country, from Delhi-NCR to Maharashtra to southern state of Kerala and Tamil Nadu. These startups are active in defence engineering and innovation and the seven projects have been awarded by the DRDO under the Defence Ministry’s Technology Development Fund (TDF).

India defence startup SpacePixxel bags MoD order for miniaturized satellites

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SpacePixxel gets contract for IAF’s miniaturized satellites: India’s ministry of defence Tuesday signed a contract with SpacePixxel Technologies Pvt Ltd. for the design and development of a miniaturized satellite capable of carrying multiple advanced payloads weighing up to 150 kilograms. This project is specifically led by the Indian Air Force, highlighting the importance of this technology for national defence.

Nagastra Loitering Munition gives Indian Army massive offensive boost

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EEL’s Nagastra Loitering Munitions: In a significant step towards self-reliance in defense technology, the Indian Army recently received its first batch of Nagastra loitering munitions. This delivery marks a crucial milestone in the nation’s efforts to equip its armed forces with cutting-edge, domestically produced weaponry. The Nagastra, developed by Solar Industries’ subsidiary Economics Explosives Limited (EEL), is a testament to India’s growing prowess in the field of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).  This loitering munition, also known as a “suicide drone,” offers a potent offensive capability for the Indian Army, particularly in high-altitude border regions.

India’s Adani and UAE’s EDGE sign landmark defence deal

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Adani-EDGE sign landmark defence cooperation agreement: Abu Dhabi, UAE / Ahmedabad, India – In a move that promises to reshape the landscape of defense technology, India’s Adani Group and UAE’s EDGE Group signed a landmark cooperation agreement on June 11, 2024. This collaboration marks a significant step forward for both companies and the defense industries of India and the UAE.

India’s steelmaker giant JSW Group forays into defence sector

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JSW Defence and Aerospace: India’s steel maker giant JSW Group has entered into the country’s growing defence manufacturing space which has seen a large number of lucrative defence contracts awarded to private and state owned defence companies since the launch of ambitious self-reliant India programme (Atm Nirbhar Bharat) initiated by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government in 2020 to reduce the country’s dependence on imports in critical sector, including defence sector.

India formally inducts Airbus C-295 MW transport aircraft in IAF fleet

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Indian Air Force C-295 MW Aicraft: India’s defence minister Rajnath Singh Monday formally inducted a new medium transport aircraft manufactured by the European defence company Airbus Defence and Space into the service of Indian Air Force. This is first of the 56 Airbus C-295 MW aircraft on order by India. While 16 aircraft will be delivered to India in the flyaway condition, a joint consortium of Airbus and India’s Tata Group will manufacture remaining 40 C-295 MW aircraft in Vadodara in western state of Gujarat.

MoD clears first military drone testing centre in South India

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India’s first military drone testing centre in Tamil Nadu: India’s ministry of defence has the country’s first ever testing centre for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAVs) under the Defence Testing Infrastructure Scheme (DTIS) will be established on five acres of land at Vallam Vadagal in Kancheepuram district in southern state of Tamil Nadu. The Rs 50 crore ($6 million) facility was granted approval by the Ministry of Defence after a bid was submitted by Keltron-led consortium in collaboration with Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation (TIDCO).

Israel’s Controp, India’s Paras Defence form JV company

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Controp Precision Technologies, Paras Defence and Space form JV company: Israel based Controp has partnered with India’s Paras Defence and Space Technologies which is in the business of offering electro-optical and infra-red based solutions to defence customers. Paras is a publicly traded company in the National Stock Exchange (NSE) in Mumbai, India.

Pratt & Whitney opens India Engineering Center

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Pratt & Whitney’s India Engineering Center: US aircraft engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney Thursday officially opened its new India Engineering Center (IEC) in the country’s IT capital Bengaluru, located in the southern part of the country. The facility is co-located with Pratt & Whitney’s India Capabilities Center (ICC), which opened in 2022 to provide integrated global supply chain support, and the recently inaugurated Collins Aerospace engineering and global operations centers.

Indian Army inducts DRDO’s short span bridge system

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DRDO Short Span Bridge: The first production lot of 12 Short Span Bridging System (SSBS)-10 meter, designed and developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has been inducted into the Indian Army by Army Chief General MM Naravane during a ceremony held at Cariappa Parade Ground in Delhi.

Mandate of Rheinmetall board members extended

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Rheinmetall Executive Board: The supervisory board of the Düsseldorf-based technology group has extended the contract of executive board Chairman Armin Papperger by five years to 31 December 2026. “Rheinmetall AG remains under tried-and-tested leadership,” the German defence technology giant said on Thursday.

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