India’s Defense Production Hits ₹1.27 Lakh Crore
India’s defence production has grown at an extraordinary pace since the launch of the “Make in India” initiative, reaching a record ₹1.27 lakh crore in FY 2023-24. Once dependent on…
Goa Shipyard Launches Second P1135.6 Frigate ‘Tavasya’
On March 22, 2025, Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) achieved a significant milestone by launching ‘Tavasya’, the second frigate of Project 1135.6 (Yard 1259). This event underscores India’s progress in indigenous…
Keel Laid for Next-Gen Offshore Patrol Vessels
On March 23, 2025, the keel laying ceremony for the second and third Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels (NGOPVs), designated as Yard 1281 and Yard 1282, took place at Yeoman…
Yard 133 (LSAM 23) Delivered to Indian Navy
In a major boost to India’s indigenous shipbuilding efforts, Yard 133 (LSAM 23) has been successfully delivered to the Indian Navy. The vessel is part of India’s ongoing efforts to…
Tejas MK1 Test-Fires BVR Air-to-Air Missile
In a significant boost to India’s indigenous defence capabilities, the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) AF MK1 has successfully test-fired a Beyond Visual Range (BVR) Air-to-Air Missile. The test validates…
IAF Signs ₹2,906 Cr Radar Deal with BEL
In a major boost to the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, the Ministry of Defence has signed a ₹2,906 crore contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) for the supply of Low-Level Transportable…
Indian Private Industry Delivers First LCA Mk1A Rear Fuselage to HAL
On 9 March 2025 in a significant milestone for India’s defense manufacturing sector, the first rear fuselage for the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A was handed over to Hindustan…
Eighth MCA Barge LSAM 11 Delivered to Indian Navy
The delivery of the eighth Missile Cum Ammunition (MCA) Barge, LSAM 11 (Yard 79), marks a significant enhancement to the Indian Navy’s logistical capabilities. Designed and constructed domestically, this barge…
India Test Indigenous Naval Anti-Ship Missile
On February 25, 2025, the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy successfully conducted flight trials of the Naval Anti-Ship Missile–Short Range (NASM-SR) from the Integrated Test…
Indian Army Procures CBRN Defence Equipment
On February 25, 2025, the Indian Army signed a contract with Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Ltd to procure 223 Automatic Chemical Agent Detection and Alarm (ACADA) systems at a cost…