 "Martand Mishra")
Martand Mishra
Martand Mishra
Martand Mishra has started his reporting career with defence coverage. He is a graduate of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication. He enjoys reading books on defence, history and biographies.
Martand Mishra has started his reporting career with defence coverage. He is a graduate of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication. He enjoys reading books on defence, history and biographies.
Martand Mishra
Defence Ministry orders 160 anti-airfield weapons for Indian Air Force
The Rs 810.79 crore contract with Bharat Dynamics covers 160 satellite-guided glide bombs and associated equipment, with deliveries scheduled between 2027-28 and 2028-29
 "Defence Ministry orders 160 anti-airfield weapons for Indian Air Force")
JCBL group gets technology transfer for 20-tonne heavy drop system
The system is designed to air-drop heavy equipment, armoured vehicles into remote and high-altitude areas
 "JCBL group gets technology transfer for 20-tonne heavy drop system")
A new small engine for high-speed items
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.
 "A new small engine for high-speed items")
A laser dome
Iron Beam uses a high-resolution thermal imager, targeting system, and adaptive optics to track and engage aerial threats for several km.
 "A laser dome")
The road to somewhere
India needs a military-industrial complex because it might run out of options, experts say
 "The road to somewhere")
US-made electronics found in Russian missiles: Ukrainian intelligence
According to the assessment, the missile's production involves 70 companies and 84 individuals, covering its guidance, propulsion, warhead, onboard computer and other systems
Tata Advanced Systems to explore co-production of Javelin missiles in India
TASL and the Javelin Joint Venture will explore final assembly and integration of the anti-tank missile rounds and component production capabilities in India
 "Tata Advanced Systems to explore co-production of Javelin missiles in India")
Govt eases defence export rules, widens access to global market
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
 "Govt eases defence export rules, widens access to global market")
HAL, Safran signs contract to develop helicopter engines for armed forces
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
 "HAL, Safran signs contract to develop helicopter engines for armed forces")
India's Rafale demand keeps French defence exports high: Report
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".
18 US troops killed so far, number of injured crosses 750 in Iran war
The updated figures come as negotiations between the US and Iran remain stalled and tensions around the Strait of Hormuz continue
 "18 US troops killed so far, number of injured crosses 750 in Iran war")
Russia's new drone bases near Nato territory raise threat across Europe
The investigation identified 10 Russian bases with newly built launch pads for advanced Iranian-modelled Shahed-type drones
PM Modi sets sights on global leadership in advanced defence technology
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
 "PM Modi sets sights on global leadership in advanced defence technology")
US CENTCOM launches multinational attack drone task force in West Asia
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
 "US CENTCOM launches multinational attack drone task force in West Asia")
Iran may have used cheap drones to target US F-15 fighter jet: Report
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
 "Iran may have used cheap drones to target US F-15 fighter jet: Report")
UK Navy finds Chinese parts in unmanned vessels, officials deny data breach
The communications can indicate when a system is switched on and functioning properly, and may also carry information about its location.
A delayed takeoff
Concerns remain about India's ability to deploy a MALE UAV soon
The flying radar
The indigenous airborne radar system has received final operational clearance, strengthening the IAF's surveillance and command-and-control capabilities.
 "The flying radar")
Beyond financial powers
A revised framework aims to shorten procurement timelines by delegating decision-making closer to field-level officers
 "Beyond financial powers")
Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan to sign joint defence pact amid US-Iran war
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
 "Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan to sign joint defence pact amid US-Iran war")