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India is actively building its complete spectrum of tank engine capabilities. The effort spans from 600 HP to 1500 HP engines. Currently, the focus lies on developing an 800 HP engine with an indigenous automatic transmission. This step ensures India’s self-reliance in next-generation Armoured Fighting Vehicle (AFV) propulsion. CVRDE Advances Indigenous Powertrain for Armoured Vehicles…
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has launched a major upgrade for its Su-30 MKI fleet. At the center stands the Virupaksha Radar, an advanced AESA radar developed by DRDO’s LRDE. This radar uses state-of-the-art technology to improve situational awareness, targeting precision, and mission reliability. Through this system, India ensures its air superiority amid evolving aerial…
The Indian Army conducted successful trials of the Akash Prime air defence system in the Ladakh sector. Army Air Defence units tested the system at an altitude exceeding 15,000 feet. They coordinated the trials with senior DRDO officials who developed the system. The Akash Prime successfully scored two direct hits on fast-moving aerial targets. These…
India has recognized the growing strategic need for armed reconnaissance drones. DRDO has started developing a High Altitude Long Endurance (HALE) UAV. This new DRDO HALE program aims to match the performance of the MQ-9B UAVs India is acquiring from the United States. India will receive 31 MQ-9B drones, including SkyGuardian and SeaGuardian variants. The…
India is preparing to mark a milestone in its aerospace journey. Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has completed the first pair of wings of Tejas manufactured entirely outside the public sector. The company is now awaiting an official handover event. This will mark the first time a private Indian firm delivers this critical flight structure. Wings…
– 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 years now, we’ve depended entirely on foreign facilities to validate our jet engines and avionics, and it’s clearer today than ever before that this dependence…
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 (HP) engine, intended for the Main Battle Tank (MBT) “Arjun.” This initiative, aligned with the Indigenous Research and Development (IRD) efforts, is a cornerstone in…
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 (MIGM)—an advanced underwater mine developed entirely within the country. What Is the Multi-Influence Ground Mine (MIGM)? The MIGM is a next-generation smart naval mine. Unlike…
India has marked a major technological breakthrough in modern warfare with the successful demonstration of a 30-kilowatt (kW) Laser Directed Energy Weapon (DEW) system (Sahastra Shakti). Developed indigenously by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the laser system has proven its ability to shoot down fixed-wing drones and swarm UAVs, significantly enhancing India’s counter-drone…
By : Shreedhar Singh GTRE is implementing several critical upgrades to enhance the performance, reliability, and efficiency of the Kaveri engine. These improvements aim to make it viable for integration with modern fighter platforms and unmanned systems. 1. Thermal Capability Upgrade with CMSX-4 Turbine Blades GTRE is replacing the current directionally solid turbine blades—which handle…