India’s Defence Budget
The Government of India has increased the capital outlay on defence services to Rs 1.8 lakh crore, up from the Budget Estimates (BE) of Rs 1.72 lakh crore in the…
Game Over for Israeli Artillery Gun ?
The Indian Army’s pursuit of acquiring 400 towed artillery guns under the Towed Gun System (TGS) program has stirred significant debate. The requirement, categorically defined as Indigenous Design, Development, and…
India Must Focus on Indigenous Drone Development for Self-Reliance
India’s military modernization requires indigenously designed and developed drones to ensure national security and autonomy. With recent UAV orders nearly complete, this is the ideal moment to establish a Indigenous…
Development of the Advanced Light Towed Gun System (ALTGS)
The Indian Ministry of Defence has recently approved two critical Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) programs for towed artillery gun systems. One is for 307 guns, and the other for 400…
Tethered Multi-copter 1 (T1) by DRDO
The Tethered Multi-copter 1 (T1) is a high-capacity octa-copter designed by DRDO as part of India’s push for indigenous defense innovation. DRDO has launched this project to collaborate with startups…
ADE’s ALUAV (Air Launched UAV)
The Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE) under DRDO has initiated a process to industry partners for new project. The project focuses on the design, development, and integration of an Air Launched…
DRDO’s Electro-Optical Soldier System
In a cutting-edge project, the Instruments Research & Development Establishment (IRDE), a DRDO lab, has initiated a project to develop a Mobile Platform and Surveillance cum Weapon Station (SWS) for…
Indian Army Seeks New Generation Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGM)
The Indian Ministry of Defence (MoD) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for the procurement of New Generation Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGM), along with launcher systems and simulators. This…
Monstrous Virupaksha Radar of Su30 MKI Upgrade
DRDO’s Electronics and Radar Development Establishment (LRDE) is starting fabrication of the Virupaksha radar for the Indian Air Force’s Su-30MKI upgrade. They are setting up two assembly jigs to begin…
Private Push by ADA for AMCA & Tejas Mk2
The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) has taken a big step to involve Indian private companies in making key parts for combat aircraft. By inviting private firms, ADA aims to speed…