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DRDO's 651 kW Waterjet Propulsion System successfully completes preliminary sea trials
New Delhi, April 15: The Defence Research and Development Organisation's (DRDO) 651 kW Waterjet Propulsion System, designed by Larsen Turbo under the Technology Development Fund scheme, has successfully completed preliminary sea trials aboard the Indian Navy's Fast Interceptor Craft.
Trump unveils F 47, America's sixth-generation fighter jets
Washington, March 21: President Donald Trump on Friday announced plans for the US military to induct a sixth generation of fighter jets called F 47s, a toned-down version of it will be available to allies. The aircraft is being built by Boeing.
Have to ensure that we are ready to take on all the known challenges: Indian Navy Chief
New Delhi, March 19: Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, said that the Indian Navy needs to ensure that it is ready to take on all the known challenges and expressed preparedness for whatever is yet to come. He said that the Indian Navy is moving on all domains to be future-ready.
GRSE readies two more warships, including an Advanced Stealth Frigate, for delivery to Navy
Kolkata, March 17: The INS Himgiri, the second in a series of Advanced Stealth Frigates being built for the Indian Navy by Mazgaon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd in Mumbai and Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd in Kolkata, is nearly complete.
Indian Army's Trishakti Corps conducts month-long live firing exercise with T-90 Tanks
Guwahati, March 3: The Trishakti Corps of the Indian Army, responsible for defending Sikkim and the strategically vital Siliguri Corridor, successfully conducted a month-long live-firing exercise featuring T-90 tanks, a PRO (Defence) said in a statement.
Necessary to make Indigenous AI chips for defense, Union Minister Rajnath Singh
Mandi, February 24: Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasised the necessity to make Indigenous AI chips for defence and firewalls to ensure the cyber security of the nation.
India's big-ticket defense-tech move: Mahindra Group partners with US-based Anduril Industries
New Delhi, February 21: In a significant move to enhance regional security, multinational conglomerate Mahindra Group has announced a strategic partnership with US-based defence technology company Anduril Industries.
IDEX Talks 2025 put sharp focus CBRNE threats
Abu Dhabi, February 18: IDEX Talks, an integral part of IDEX and NAVDEX 2025, have brought together global defence leaders, policymakers, and industry experts for high-level discussions on the evolving security landscape. Taking place at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi over five days, the forum serves as a strategic platform for sharing insights and solutions to emerging and future security threats.
US to pave way for providing F-35 stealth fighter planes to India, increase military sales: President Trump
Washington DC, February 14: In a significant announcement, US President Donald Trump on Thursday said that the United States will be increasing its military sales to India by billions of dollars and his administration is paving the way to provide India with F35 Stealth fighters.
Symbol of India's aeronautical prowess: BJP MP Tejasvi Surya after flying in HTT-40 aircraft at Aero India 2025
Bengaluru, February 13: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Lok Sabha MP Tejasvi Surya on Thursday flew in an HTT-40 at Aero India 2025 in Karnataka's Bengaluru and asserted that the aircraft symbolizes India's journey from foreign dependency to 'Aatmanirbharta'.
Safran to showcase cutting-edge innovations at Aero India 2025
New Delhi, February 7: Safran, a global leader in Aerospace, Defense, and Space technology, is set to make a significant impact at Aero India 2025, scheduled to take place from February 10 to February 14, 2025, at the Air Force Station Yelahanka in Bangalore, according to a release.
Republic Day 2025: India showcases military prowess with BrahMoS, Pinaka Rocket System, BM-21 AGNIBAAN
New Delhi, January 26: The Indian Army showcased its cutting-edge advanced technologies at the 76th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path in New Delhi.
From howitzers to laser based weapons, DRDO tableau to showcase 'Raksha Kavach' theme in Republic Day Parade
New Delhi, January 23: Premier defence research agency Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), would be displaying its selected path-breaking innovations for national security during the 76th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path, New Delhi.
India joins Eurodrone Programme as newest OCCAR Observer State
Berlin, January 21: The Government of India has officially become the newest Observer State in the OCCAR-managed MALE RPAS (Eurodrone) programme, led by Airbus Defence and Space as the industrial prime, an official statement noted.
Indian team to visit US for GE-414 engine talks, aims to finalise deal by March-end
New Delhi, January 21: Amid efforts to advance indigenous aircraft programmes, a team from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is scheduled to visit the US in the coming weeks for negotiations on the GE-414 engine deal, which the aerospace firm aims to finalise by the end of March this year.
Celebrating Valour: Bengaluru witnesses thrilling military spectacle at 'Know Your Army Mela 2025'
Bengaluru, January 11: Bengaluru came alive with thrilling displays of military might on Saturday morning as the Indian Army's Know Your Army Mela 2025, held at the Field Marshal Manekshaw Parade Ground, captivated the city's residents.