The Indian Air Force (IAF) intends to integrate the SCALP-EG cruise missile onto the Tejas Mk1A and Mk2 fighter jets following its successful deployment during Operation Sindoor. This move aims to enhance the IAF’s deep-strike capabilities, especially amidst rising regional tensions with Pakistan and China. The missile’s proven ability to evade advanced air defenses and deliver precise strikes underscores its strategic importance. By expanding SCALP’s deployment beyond the Rafale jets, the IAF can leverage a …

Dr. Samir V. Kamat, Chairman of DRDO, highlighted that India’s hypersonic weapons will enhance its assured retaliation capability, enabling penetration of advanced missile defenses. The DRDO is developing two hypersonic systems: Hypersonic Glide Missiles, expected to be completed in 2-3 years, and Hypersonic Cruise Missiles, targeted for a 5-year timeline. This initiative is vital as regional adversaries like China are advancing in this domain, and India’s indigenous efforts are essential to maintain strategic equilibrium. The …

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is set to conduct the final developmental trial of the SMART (Supersonic Missile Assisted Release of Torpedo) anti-submarine missile later this year, aiming for operational clearance to enhance the Indian Navy’s anti-submarine warfare (ASW) capabilities. With a range of 643 km and the ability to deploy lightweight torpedoes autonomously, SMART significantly extends India’s standoff engagement potential against hostile submarines beyond conventional limits. This hybrid system represents a strategic …

Prominent Pakistani defense analyst Bilal Khan has called for the Pakistan Air Force to prioritize Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicles (UCAVs) over manned jets, citing vulnerabilities exposed during India’s Operation Sindoor, which resulted in significant losses for Pakistan. He argues that advanced air defense systems like India’s S-400 render manned aircraft increasingly obsolete and costly. Khan advocates for a strategic pivot towards UCAVs, emphasizing their economic and operational advantages, including the ability to conduct high-risk missions …

Chinese engineers have unveiled what may be the world’s smallest high-power, broadband traveling-wave tube (TWT), roughly the size of a pistol and just 20 mm thick, capable of amplifying microwave pulses in the 8–18 GHz range with outputs exceeding 500 W, marking a milestone in miniaturized radar and electronic warfare hardware, as disclosed on August 15 and 16 2025. Housed within a compact cylindrical structure, the TWT incorporates an electron gun, helix slow-wave structure, anode …

The Ministry of Defence is exploring collaboration with the Indian Air Force to enhance the Twin Engine Deck-Based Fighter (TEDBF) program amid financial and operational challenges, as the Indian Navy reduces its procurement from 140 to 80 units due to budget constraints. The proposed air force variant aims to optimize performance for land-based operations, promoting cost efficiency through a combined procurement strategy. However, the IAF remains focused on its Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program, …

Engineers India Ltd (EIL) has signed a preliminary MoU with the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd (NPCIL) to provide engineering services for developing small modular reactors (SMRs), supporting India’s goal of achieving 100 gigawatts of nuclear power capacity by 2047. This initiative aligns with the government’s vision of enhancing energy security through clean and reliable nuclear energy. The MoU aims to develop the Bharat Small Modular Reactor (BSMR), marking a significant step towards India’s …

Thakral Corp Ltd is expanding its B2B arm, Bharat Skytech, to manufacture drone components in India, tapping into the growing regional demand for drones, particularly in agriculture and enterprise sectors. The group, which holds a 23% stake in Indian drone-tech firm Skylark Drones, indicates a robust outlook for the South Asian drone market. Additionally, Thakral Corp’s revenue surged to SGD160.5 million in 1H2025, reflecting India’s resilient economy, projected to become the world’s third-largest by 2028. …