In a significant advancement for India’s indigenous defence technology, researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras have successfully developed ramjet-powered artillery shells that can extend the striking range of standard 155 mm guns by approximately 50 per cent.
This major breakthrough allows existing artillery systems to engage targets at distances previously reachable only by expensive missiles, all without compromising the projectile’s lethality.
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The Chief of the Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi, has firmly stated that the Indian Army prioritises domestically manufactured solutions for its future infantry mobility needs.
While the American-made Stryker armoured vehicle remains a potential candidate, the General emphasised that indigenous platforms will take precedence if they meet the military's operational standards.
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Preference for 'Atmanirbhar' Solutions
During a recent evaluation of modern wheeled armoured combat vehicles...
In a significant move to strengthen its airspace security, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is reportedly assessing the acquisition of the Russian S-500 "Prometheus" air defence system.
Defence sources indicate that India is looking to procure two squadrons of this advanced platform to complement its existing fleet of five S-400 "Triumph" batteries.
Officials clarified that this potential purchase is not intended to replace the S-400—which proved its combat worthiness during Operation Sindoor in...
The Indian government has commenced preliminary groundwork for the highly anticipated acquisition of 114 Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) to bolster the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) combat capabilities.
According to defence officials familiar with the developments, the initial discussions are heavily focused on determining the scope of indigenous content and local manufacturing integration.
While the tender is open to global contenders, France’s Dassault Aviation has emerged as the...
The Indian Ministry of Defence (MoD) is in the final stages of approving a landmark production contract for the indigenous Anant Shastra air defence system.
Also known as the Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air Missile (QRSAM), the system is poised to become the backbone of the Indian Army's mobile air defence network.
According to defence sources, the MoD aims to formally clear the deal—estimated at approximately ₹30,000 crore—by the end of March 2026.
This move transitions the system from its...
In a significant stride towards strengthening India's maritime security, Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), European aerospace major Airbus, and the Centre for Airborne Systems (CABS)—a laboratory under the DRDO—have initiated the joint development of a specialised variant of the C-295 transport aircraft.
This new platform is being tailored specifically for the Indian Navy's Medium Range Maritime Reconnaissance (MRMR) requirements, alongside a modified configuration for the Indian Coast...
India is making decisive strides in strengthening its nuclear triad with the progression of the S-5 class ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) programme. This initiative marks a monumental leap in the nation's underwater strategic capabilities.
According to recent reports, construction on these next-generation vessels commenced in late 2025, establishing the S-5 class as the future backbone of India’s credible second-strike capability.
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A Quantum Leap in Tonnage and Stealth
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The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has achieved a massive breakthrough that shifts India’s hypersonic programme from experimental research to the production of combat-ready weapons.
On January 9, 2026, at the Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL) in Hyderabad, scientists successfully conducted a ground test of a full-scale, actively cooled scramjet engine for over 12 minutes.
This event is not merely a laboratory success; it is a decisive turning point...
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has officially accorded the Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for the acquisition of six Boeing 767 aircraft, paving the way for their conversion into Multi-Mission Tanker Transport (MMTT) platforms.
This critical approval, valued at approximately ₹9,000 crore, marks a definitive move to address the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) persistent shortage of aerial refuelling capabilities.
The programme involves procuring pre-owned Boeing 767 airframes from the global civil...
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has initiated a strategic move to significantly increase its requirements for Air-Launched Ballistic Missiles (ALBMs).
This decision highlights a major shift in India’s conventional deterrence strategy, placing a renewed focus on long-range, high-speed precision strike capabilities.
According to defence officials familiar with the force planning, this revised requirement is a direct response to the evolving security dynamics in the region, specifically the rapid...
India’s premier indigenous artillery project, the Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS), has been named "Amogh" (अमोघ), meaning 'Infallible'.
The new name was spotted on the gun system during the recent rehearsals for the upcoming Army Day parade, scheduled for January 15 in Jaipur.
This development strongly suggests that the Indian Army has finalised the nomenclature for the weapon system as it approaches large-scale induction.
Symbolism and Operational Readiness
The decision to...
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is expected to receive the fourth squadron of the formidable S-400 Triumf air defence system by late May 2026, marking a significant recovery in delivery schedules.
This development follows high-level confirmations from Russian authorities that supply chain disruptions, previously caused by the prolonged conflict in Ukraine, have been effectively resolved.
Supply Chains Stabilised
The delivery is part of the landmark $5.43 billion (approx. ₹40,000 crore) deal...
Dassault Aviation has reported a significant surge in Rafale fighter jet deliveries for the year 2025, highlighting an unprecedented global demand that is rapidly outstripping the company’s current production capabilities in France.
In its latest operational disclosures, the French aerospace major confirmed the handover of 26 Rafale fighters in 2025, comprising 11 aircraft for the French Air and Space Force and 15 for export customers.
This represents a marked improvement over 2024, when...
In a significant move to bolster the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) offensive capabilities, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has cleared the procurement of more SPICE-1000 precision guidance kits from Israel.
This approval was part of a major defence spending package worth ₹79,000 crore, authorised on December 29, 2025.
These advanced kits are designed to transform standard gravity bombs into sophisticated, long-range precision weapons.
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Enhancing Precision with Israeli Tech
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The Indian Navy is poised to achieve a historic operational milestone in 2026, with plans to commission 19 warships in a single year.
This unprecedented surge represents the highest annual accretion of naval platforms in the nation's history, significantly surpassing the 14 vessels inducted in 2025.
This acceleration underscores the maturity of India's indigenous shipbuilding ecosystem and signals the Navy’s rapid transformation into a formidable blue-water force capable of countering...
As India approaches the finalisation of a landmark agreement with France to jointly develop a new 120 kN-class aero-engine, the focus has shifted towards rapidly building a comprehensive domestic ecosystem for engine and component testing.
This strategic initiative, supported by French technical expertise—likely involving aerospace major Safran and India’s Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE)—aims to bridge a critical gap in India's pursuit of self-reliance in high-thrust military...
The momentum behind India’s defence export sector is accelerating rapidly, driven by the successful deployment of the indigenous Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS) in Armenia.
This export success has triggered a wave of serious inquiries from multiple nations across the Middle East.
The proven combat readiness and sophisticated engineering of these Indian artillery platforms have effectively placed New Delhi on the map as a rising powerhouse in the global arms trade, offering...
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is accelerating its efforts to secure an additional 114 Rafale fighter jets, with emerging reports suggesting that New Delhi and Paris are on the verge of finalising a historic government-to-government (G2G) agreement.
This potential deal, which aims to bypass the protracted Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) tender process, promises to fundamentally restructure India’s aerospace manufacturing capabilities and address critical combat readiness gaps.
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In a decisive move to modernise its combat capabilities, the Indian Army is establishing dedicated drone warfare units known as "Shaktibaan" regiments.
These specialised formations are designed to equip the force with advanced swarm drone technology and precision strike capabilities, marking a significant shift in India’s military doctrine.
Bridging the Operational Gap
The primary objective of the Shaktibaan regiments is to enhance the Army’s ability to strike targets across a diverse...
In a major development for India’s maritime security, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi has announced that the Indian Navy is in the process of inducting 10 Drishti 10 Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPAs).
This move is set to significantly bolster the force's ability to monitor vast oceanic regions.
The Drishti 10 Starliner is an advanced, indigenous unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) manufactured by Adani Defence & Aerospace. Its induction...
