India has initiated an indigenous 2428 MW marine gas turbine development program under the MAKE-I category, aiming to reduce dependency on foreign suppliers for naval propulsion systems. This ambitious project addresses historical reliance on imports and seeks to enhance operational sovereignty, cost-effectiveness, and technological advancement in marine engineering. The program’s three-phase roadmap includes prototype development, bulk production, and collaboration with public and private sectors, setting the stage for India to emerge as a global leader …

India is gearing up to bolster its air defense through Project Kusha, the backbone of Prime Minister Modi’s Mission Sudarshan Chakra, aiming for full coverage by 2035. Approved in 2022 with a ₹21,700 crore budget for five squadrons, this indigenous long-range surface-to-air missile system will introduce progressively capable interceptors: the M1 (150 km range) slated for testing in 2026, followed by the 250 km M2 in 2027 and the 350–400 km M3 in 2028. Designed …

The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has invited bids for developing a siloxane-based coating for the Tejas aircraft to reduce its Radar Cross Section (RCS) and optical performance. This project focuses on plasma polymerisation technology to improve the canopy and windshield characteristics, with bids due by October 6, 2025. The initiative underscores India’s commitment to advancing indigenous defense technologies, enhancing the Tejas aircraft’s capabilities, and ensuring compliance with stringent standards for adhesion, thickness, and …

India’s AMCA program is set for a significant leap as prototype construction begins, backed by a ₹15,000 crore investment and aimed for its first flight by 2028. The initiative seeks to enhance the Indian Air Force’s capabilities with advanced features, while inviting global partners like the UK, Japan, and Italy to share technology and costs. Collaborating with such nations could provide access to sixth-generation technologies and strengthen defense alliances, particularly against regional threats from China …

Lockheed Martin is initiating discussions with German defense contractor Rheinmetall to produce missiles, including ATACMS and Hellfire types, at Rheinmetall’s site in Unterluess, Germany. This move aims to enhance NATO’s missile capabilities in Europe, aligning with strategic defense collaborations. The partnership, which expands beyond a previous memorandum of understanding, emphasizes U.S. missile technology coupled with European manufacturing. This collaboration not only strengthens NATO’s defense posture but also fosters local production capacity, potentially benefiting India’s defense …

Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) has emerged as the lowest bidder for a significant Rs 25,000 crore contract under the Indian Navy’s New Generation Corvette programme, strengthening its status in global defense shipbuilding. This multi-role stealth corvette project enhances India’s maritime capabilities with advanced technology for various warfare missions. GRSE has showcased impressive financial performance, including a 41% revenue increase, and is expanding its ship repair and commercial shipbuilding sectors to diversify its portfolio. …

India and the US are set to finalize a $1 billion deal for Tejas jet engines amid ongoing tariff tensions, highlighting the strengthening defense cooperation between the two nations. Recently, the Indian Cabinet Committee on Security approved the acquisition of 97 additional Tejas LCA Mk-1A aircraft from HAL for ₹62,000 crore, aimed at enhancing the Indian Air Force’s depleting squadron strength. This strategic move not only boosts domestic defense manufacturing but also aligns with India’s …

The Indian Navy is accelerating the induction of advanced unmanned aerial defense systems and counter-drone technologies in response to insights gained from Operation Sindoor, which took place from May 7 to 10. Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti highlighted that the operation underscored the necessity for effective responses against low-cost aerial threats, with plans to integrate long-range attack vectors. During the operation, the Navy demonstrated seamless mobilization, transitioning from peacetime readiness to active engagement within 96 hours, …