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DRDO's high-speed rocket-sled test puts India in elite club of nations
In a rocket-sled test, the system coupled with a rocket propulsion mechanism is run at a high speed on a pair of rails to simulate a moving aircraft in mid-air, a senior official said
 "DRDO's high-speed rocket-sled test puts India in elite club of nations")
DRDO to streamline start-up engagement for stronger defence R&D: MoD
DRDO test facilities opened to industry and related standard operating procedures formulated
 "DRDO to streamline start-up engagement for stronger defence R&D: MoD")
DRDO, DGA of France ink pact to develop solutions for defence challenges
Under the agreement, the transfer of equipment, know-how and technologies will be available to both countries
 "DRDO, DGA of France ink pact to develop solutions for defence challenges")
MTAR Technologies zooms 81% in 3 months; stock nears record high
MTAR Technologies has revised revenue guidance from 30% to 35% for FY26 compared to initial guidance of 25%, driven by robust order inflows scheduled for execution within the fiscal year.
 "MTAR Technologies zooms 81% in 3 months; stock nears record high")
MTAR Technologies stock soars 34% in October, hits 2-year high; here's why
The stock price of MTAR Technologies hit a two-year high at ₹2,473.95, and has more-than-doubled or zoomed 115 per cent from its 52-week low of ₹1,152 touched on April 7, 2025.
 "MTAR Technologies stock soars 34% in October, hits 2-year high; here's why")
PTC Industries zooms 35% from August low, nears record high; here's why
PTC Industries has received a Purchase Order from Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO); the stock has zoomed 83% from its 52-week low.
 "PTC Industries zooms 35% from August low, nears record high; here's why")
Rajnath hails DRDO for developing military combat parachute system
Earlier, the Military Combat Parachute System (MCPS), indigenously developed by DRDO, has successfully undergone a combat free-fall jump from an altitude of 32,000 feet
 "Rajnath hails DRDO for developing military combat parachute system")
Indian Air Force, Royal Navy conduct joint exercise over Indian Ocean
On October 14, IAF Sukhoi-30 MKIs, Jaguars, AWACS & AEW & C aircraft joined Royal Navy F-35Bs from HMS Prince of Wales for a joint exercise over the Indian Ocean Region, IAF wrote on X
 "Indian Air Force, Royal Navy conduct joint exercise over Indian Ocean")
DRDO signs MoU to develop 300 MW solar projects across its establishments
The DRDO stated that this agreement aims to establish self-reliant, Net-Zero campuses across all strategic DRDO locations by 2027
 "DRDO signs MoU to develop 300 MW solar projects across its establishments")
Kusha: DRDO's indigenous rival to S-400
Expert opinion calls "defence in depth" vital for airspace security
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First-of-its-kind: India tests Agni-Prime missile from rail-based launcher
India successfully test-fired the Agni-Prime missile from a rail-based launcher from an undisclosed location, joining a select group of nations with this tech
 "First-of-its-kind: India tests Agni-Prime missile from rail-based launcher")
India test-fires Agni-Prime missile from rail-based mobile platform
This next generation missile is designed to cover a range of up to 2,000 kilometres and is equipped with various advanced features
 "India test-fires Agni-Prime missile from rail-based mobile platform")
Tata Advanced Systems opens first overseas defence facility in Morocco
Tata Advanced Systems has set up a new plant in Morocco to produce the DRDO-TASL developed WhAP 8x8, a modern armoured vehicle built for mobility, protection and versatile missions
 "Tata Advanced Systems opens first overseas defence facility in Morocco")
Blueprint conclave: 'Looking to build national stock of critical minerals'
Reform, indigenisation key themes at Blueprint conclave
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DRDO revamp on cards for faster tech delivery, says Defence Secretary
India's defence sector has made significant strides in indigenisation, but the journey is ongoing, said Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh
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DRDO transfers three advanced materials technologies to industry partners
DRDO's Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL) in Hyderabad has transferred three advanced materials technologies to the industry partners, the ministry said
A new feat in secure communications
The success of the joint project by IIT Delhi and the DRDO marks a breakthrough in quantum and defence technology, paving the way for ultra-secure and real-time communication systems
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BHEL stock gains 2% after signing agreement with DRDO; check details here
BHEL rose over 2 per cent after the company signed a License Agreement for Transfer of Technology with Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory
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DRDO develops naval flare system for Indian Navy's Kalvari-class subs
It has been developed by the High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL) of the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO)
India conducts maiden flight tests of integrated air defence weapon system
The flight tests of the new air defence system came three-and-half months after Operation Sindoor
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