A high-level Defence Ministry meeting will discuss India's massive ₹3.25 lakh crore deal for 114 Rafale jets from France, featuring 30% indigenous manufacturing and integration of Indian weapons.
The defence ministry will discuss a proposed Rs 3.25 lakh crore deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets from France. Most jets will be made in India with indigenous content, boosting local manufacturing.
India will discuss a Rs 3.25 lakh crore deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets with 30% indigenous content. The jets will be made in India, boosting local manufacturing.
At Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference, Defence Production Secretary Sanjeev Kumar emphasized the need for complete indigenous design and development in defence manufacturing to achieve true self-reliance.
India's Defence Research & Development Organisation successfully flight-tested its third-generation man-portable anti-tank guided missile with top attack capability against a moving target in Maharashtra.
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Punjab govt's Defence Skills Conclave aims to build talent for defence & aerospace sectors, leveraging state's military legacy to achieve self-reliance. Read more.
Geopolitical tensions from Ukraine to Venezuela are pushing nations to hike defence budgets. Experts predict India will follow suit in Budget 2026, focusing on self-reliance and tech-driven warfare. Read more.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announces massive investment in UP's defence corridor, boosting local manufacturing of arms, ammo & aircraft equipment. Read the full report.
Bengaluru's olee.space demonstrates a 20km, 10Gbps wireless laser communication system with 85% local components, boosting India's defence tech self-reliance. Read more.
Hyderabad's Indrajaal lands major defence contracts worth ₹100 crore to deploy its AI-powered anti-drone systems for protecting Army and Navy installations. A leap for indigenous defence tech.
Larsen & Toubro secures a key order from the Indian Army's EME Corps to overhaul and modernise the indigenous Pinaka multi-rocket launcher systems, boosting artillery capabilities.
Larsen & Toubro partners with the Indian Army in a unique OEM deal for sustaining frontline Pinaka artillery systems. A major boost for indigenous defence.
Hyderabad's Indrajaal wins Rs 100 crore defence contracts to deploy its AI-powered anti-drone systems for the Indian Army and Navy, boosting national security with indigenous innovation. Read more.
Indian defence-tech startups are shifting from hardware to full-stack software solutions, driven by VC funding and policy changes. Over a third of new startups focus on drones, but software is key to long-term contracts.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commissions the Indian Coast Guard's first indigenous pollution control vessel, 'Samudra Pratap', in Goa. The 114.5-meter ship boosts India's maritime security and self-reliance. Read more.
Pakistan Air Force successfully tests indigenously developed Taimoor Air-Launched Cruise Missile, capable of hitting land and sea targets at 600km. A major boost for regional defence capabilities.
DRDO Chairman Dr. Samir V. Kamat announces a transformative leap in India's defence indigenisation, with 90% of Army systems now made in India. Discover the key projects driving this self-reliance.
NBAGR officially recognises Uttarakhand's Udaipuri goat as an indigenous breed. This move will boost conservation, selective breeding, and support hill farmers' livelihoods. Read more.
Bharat Dynamics Ltd (BDL), a subsidiary of Bharat Electronics, signs a major ₹1,500 crore contract with the Indian Ministry of Defence. Details on the deal and market reaction inside.
CBI registers case against Delhi resident Nisheeth Kohli for allegedly using PM Modi and Principal Secretary PK Mishra's names to pitch indigenous military jet engine to PSUs and US Navy. Read the full investigation details.
The Indian Army has reached a 90% indigenisation rate for its ammunition, a major step towards a fully homegrown defence supply chain. Discover the strategic impact.
2025 marks a historic high in UK-India defence ties, with advanced fighter jet engine tech transfer and major joint exercises. Explore the strategic partnership shaping Indo-Pacific security.
India's Defence Ministry clears procurement of long-range rockets, missiles & radar systems worth Rs 79,000 crore to boost armed forces' firepower. Read the full details.
The Indian Air Force's SDI and IIT Madras sign MoU to co-design a secure digital communication system for aircraft, boosting India's defence self-reliance. Read more.
President Droupadi Murmu embarked on a sea sortie aboard the indigenous submarine INS Vagsheer in Karnataka. The visit highlights India's naval prowess and commitment to self-reliance in defence.
Adani Group announces a massive Rs 1.8 lakh crore investment to strengthen India's indigenous defence capabilities. Learn how this move accelerates self-reliance in military hardware.
Paras Defence shares surged 4% after announcing the divestment of its 58.02% stake in Ayatti Innovative. The move follows strong Q2 results with a 50% profit jump. Details inside.
2025 marked a transformative year for India's defence sector with record production, exports, and breakthroughs in hypersonics, AI, and space. Discover the key reforms and future roadmap.
India's DRDO successfully concludes user evaluation trials of the indigenous Akash-NG air defence missile system. The system is now ready for induction, boosting national security. Read more.