Premier Explosives has secured a Rs 7.83 crore order from the Ministry of Defence for the supply of Counter Measures, to be completed in 12 months. The company specializes in both commercial and defence explosives, including solid propellants for tactical missiles like Astra and Akash. With a reported revenue increase from Rs 271 crore to Rs 417 crore in FY25, Premier’s stock has risen significantly over the past six months. This order not only strengthens …

Indra, in collaboration with Tata Advanced Systems Limited, has successfully delivered and commissioned the first Lanza-N 3D Air Surveillance Radar system for the Indian Navy, demonstrating significant Indian-Spanish defense collaboration. The radar has been integrated into an Indian warship following extensive sea trials, ensuring its effectiveness across various naval platforms. A radar assembly and testing facility established in Karnataka will boost production capabilities. This partnership reflects a commitment to enhancing radar manufacturing in India, leveraging …

Australia is enhancing its naval capabilities with a US$1.1 billion program to deploy the “Ghost Shark,” a fleet of advanced underwater attack drones, set to enter service by 2026. These drones will significantly bolster the Royal Australian Navy’s intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and long-range strike capabilities amid a complex security environment. In response to growing investments in unmanned underwater vehicles by countries like China, Australia aims to lead in undersea drone warfare, improving deterrence and operational …

India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is advancing its air defense with the M2 and M3 interceptor missiles under Project Kusha, aimed at developing a long-range surface-to-air missile system. These interceptors, with ranges of 250 km and 350-400 km, feature advanced Altitude Control Motors for precise course corrections and hit-to-kill capabilities, enhancing India’s ability to neutralize complex aerial threats. Project Kusha, part of the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, will bridge gaps in existing air defense …

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully developed the next-generation Digital Active Phased Array (DAPA) Radar, enhancing India’s indigenous radar technology capabilities. This advanced 4D radar is designed for comprehensive aerial surveillance and target tracking, featuring an impressive detection range of approximately 200 km and operational flexibility for various missions including air defense and tactical operations. With enhanced electronic counter-countermeasures and modular architecture, the DAPA Radar is set to significantly improve India’s situational …

The Indian Armed Forces plan to procure 150 Supersonic Target (STAR) units, developed by DRDO, to enhance air defense training and missile testing across the tri-services. The STAR system, capable of simulating modern high-speed threats, offers advanced engagement scenarios for the IAF, IA, and Navy, supporting India’s self-reliance in defense technology. With features like programmable flight profiles, low radar cross-section, and multi-cycle reusability, it enhances training realism against diverse threats. Currently in advanced validation trials, …

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is enhancing its air defense capabilities by procuring advanced anti-swarm drone systems to protect its bases against evolving threats, particularly from drone incursions by the Pakistan Air Force. This move follows successful repulsions of such attacks and aims to integrate kinetic interceptors and electronic countermeasures into a multi-layered defense network. The IAF is exploring both indigenous options, in line with the Make in India initiative, and international systems, ensuring robust …

The GTRE has highlighted significant underfunding of the Kaveri engine program, receiving only $239 million since 1983, compared to billions for global counterparts. This financial constraint has limited the Kaveri’s development into a viable engine for India’s indigenous fighter jets, such as the Tejas and upcoming AMCA. Critics emphasize that a more substantial investment, potentially around $12 billion, could have made the Kaveri a competitive alternative to foreign engines, thus enhancing India’s self-reliance. Despite recent …