Martand Mishra

IIT Madras-incubated D-Propulse has tested a rotating detonation engine that could power smaller, faster missiles and drones, but certification and longer-duration trials remain key challenges.

Iron Beam uses a high-resolution thermal imager, targeting system, and adaptive optics to track and engage aerial threats for several km.

India needs a military-industrial complex because it might run out of options, experts say

According to the assessment, the missile's production involves 70 companies and 84 individuals, covering its guidance, propulsion, warhead, onboard computer and other systems

TASL and the Javelin Joint Venture will explore final assembly and integration of the anti-tank missile rounds and component production capabilities in India

OGEL validity has been increased from two to three years, while its country coverage has been expanded, barring sensitive nations and those under UN sanctions

The 3,500-4,000 shp Aravalli engine will power HAL's indigenous IMRH and naval variant, with development shared equally and production planned at Tumakuru, Karnataka

The Rafale deal is part of a broader India-France defence relationship as the two countries agreed to expand cooperation in "co-design, co-development and co-production".

The updated figures come as negotiations between the US and Iran remain stalled and tensions around the Strait of Hormuz continue

The investigation identified 10 Russian bases with newly built launch pads for advanced Iranian-modelled Shahed-type drones

The Prime Minister called for greater capabilities in hypersonic technology, drones and counter-drone systems, adding that India must emerge as a global supplier of advanced military equipment

The new formation follows Task Force Scorpion Strike, a specialised unit established last year as the US military's first dedicated one-way attack drone squadron in West Asia

Iran's use of multiple drones to track a US F-15E Strike Eagle during its April 3 combat loss highlights how distributed sensors and missile systems can work together to challenge an adversary

The communications can indicate when a system is switched on and functioning properly, and may also carry information about its location.

Concerns remain about India's ability to deploy a MALE UAV soon

The indigenous airborne radar system has received final operational clearance, strengthening the IAF's surveillance and command-and-control capabilities.

A revised framework aims to shorten procurement timelines by delegating decision-making closer to field-level officers

The agreement is expected to be formalised during a meeting of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif

At the current pace, analysts believe that Beijing could field around 1,000 J-20s by 2030

The weapon is intended to engage low-cost aerial threats, including one-way attack drones similar to the Iranian-designed Shahed family