Testbeds Cannot be Foreign Assets
– By Srivatsa RV As someone who has closely observed India’s aerospace journey, I feel increasingly uneasy about a critical capability we’ve repeatedly neglected, having our own flying testbed. For…
Rudrastra UAV Successfully Completes Hybrid VTOL Trial at Pokharan
Solar Aerospace and Defence Limited (SADL) has successfully conducted the Rudrastra trial at the Pokharan Firing Range. The Rudrastra UAV, a hybrid VTOL system, met Indian Army performance standards during…
1400 HP Turbochargers Go Local: A New Chapter ?
In a significant leap toward bolstering India’s defense technology, Engine Factory Avadi (EFA) has embarked on a cutting-edge project to design and develop advanced turbocharger technology for a 1400 horsepower…
Bhargavastra: India’s Answer to Pakistan’s Drone Swarm Threat
Why “Bhargavastra” is needed right now ? India faces evolving threats from neighboring adversaries. Recently, Pakistan attempted a mass drone incursion using over 400 drones across several fronts. These drones,…
STAR Missile Enters Final Testing Stage in India’s DRDO Program
India’s STAR Missile project has entered Phase-III development as DRDO engineers conduct full-system integration and advanced validation trials. Phase 3 in missile development focuses on system validation through extensive flight…
India Eyes the Next Gen Multi Launch Rocket System (NGMLRS)
The Indian Army is actively developing the Next Gen Multi Launch Rocket System (NGMLRS) to modernize its artillery capabilities. This ambitious effort marks a shift toward modular, adaptable systems suited…
NextLeap Aeronautics and Accordyne Announce Strategic Alliance to Advance Autonomous UAV Swarms for India’s Future Defense Capabilities
Two of India’s leading DeepTech startups, NextLeap Aeronautics and Accordyne Private Limited, have entered into a Strategic Alliance to develop cutting-edge autonomous swarming capabilities for UAVs, aimed at transforming India’s…
Akash Missile System: “Turkish Drone Slayer”
The Akash Missile System remained the unsung hero during Operation Sindoor Phase 1. While the spotlight often fell on the S-400, Pakistani forces tried to take it down repeatedly. They…
DRDO and Indian Navy Successfully Test Indigenous Multi-Influence Ground Mine (MIGM)
India has achieved a significant breakthrough in underwater defense technology. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), in partnership with the Indian Navy, has successfully tested the Multi-Influence Ground Mine…
US Approved Hawkeye 360 for India
The U.S. State Department approved the Foreign Military Sale of Hawkeye 360 to India. The approved package includes RF sensors, analytics software, system integration support, and training modules. The total…