Drone Technology News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Andhra Govt invites proposals for empanelment of drone-as-a-service providers
Guntur, April 13: The Andhra Pradesh government has invited proposals from Aspiring entrepreneurs and industry leaders in the drone industry for the empanelment of drone-as-a-service providers.
Gujarat expands drone manufacturing, training in 19 ITIs
Gandhinagar, April 11: Gujarat is set to expand drone pilot training across 19 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in the state. This initiative, anchored by the government-run institute Kaushalya - The Skill University (KSU), positions the state at the forefront of India's emerging drone education and manufacturing ecosystem.
Australia donates drones to strengthen Philippines maritime security amid South China sea tensions
Manila, April 10: Australia's contribution of 20 advanced drones to the Philippines underscored Manila's urgent requirement to improve its maritime domain awareness, following a tense incident in the South China Sea just days earlier, where Philippine and Chinese coast guard ships came close to a collision, according to a report by South China Morning Post.
Maharashtra and South Australia partner for tech growth
Mumbai, March 27: In a move towards strengthening Maharashtra's global partnerships in technology and innovation, IT Minister Ashish Shelar on Thursday met with South Australia Premier Peter Malinauskas, Australian Ambassador to India Philip Green and Australian Consul General Paul Murphy.
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.
MeitY and DFI partner to launch India's largest drone innovation challenge
Mumbai, March 19: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), in collaboration with the Drone Federation India (DFI), launched NIDAR--the National Innovation Challenge for Drone Application and Research--under the SwaYaan initiative.
Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed witnesses signing of strategic partnership agreement between Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi, Nova Sky Stories, Analog
Abu Dhabi, March 11: Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has witnessed the signing of a strategic partnership agreement between the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), Colorado-based Nova Sky Stories, and Abu Dhabi-headquartered Analog, an Emirati company, specialised in physical intelligence and mixed reality.
MIT's Jonathan Fleming meets Namo Drone Didis, hails women empowerment in India
New Delhi, March 1: India is using technology for women empowerment which is an inspiration for not only women in rural areas in the country but also in other countries, which can learn from this concept, Professor Jonathan Fleming, senior lecturer, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Sloan School of Management in the US, said on Saturday.
Facts will be out after detailed investigation: Dy CM Ajit Pawar on Pune rape case
Mumbai, March 1: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Saturday said that the Pune rape accused was hiding in a sugarcane farm and was caught using a drone. He assured that a thorough investigation is underway to ensure justice.
Capability assessment workshop on drones and autonomous systems concludes at IIT Kanpur
Kanpur, February 26: A workshop on drones and autonomous systems at IIT Kanpur, held in collaboration with MP-IDSA, brought together experts from the government, military, and industry to discuss India's progress in drone technology and the steps needed to strengthen its ecosystem.
NIT Srinagar signs MoU for launching course in drone technology
Srinagar, Feb 25: The National Institute of Technology (NIT) in Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology (NIELIT) to launch a 6-month course on drone technology and a DGCA certified drone training centre, NIT spokesperson said on Tuesday.
'India needs strong production base, not empty words': Rahul Gandhi swipes at Centre
New Delhi, February 15: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday highlighted the importance of a robust industrial system and clear vision to propel the country forward, and also raised questions over the government's understanding of modern technological advancements, particularly in the field of drones and artificial intelligence (AI).
Aero India 2025: Adani Defence, DRDO unveil Vehicle-Mounted Counter-Drone System
Bengaluru, Feb 11: Adani Defence & Aerospace, in collaboration with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), on Tuesday unveiled a cutting-edge Vehicle-Mounted Counter-Drone System at the 'Aero India 2025' here.
Drone technology to boost employment, development in Tripura: CM Saha
Agartala, Feb 8: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has said that drone technology can boost employment and productivity in multiple sectors, including agriculture, security, electric supply, wildlife conservation, disaster management, and healthcare in remote areas.
Drone technology to boost employment, development, says Tripura CM as launches SKILL-UDAY TONGNAI
Agartala, February 7: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Friday said that drone technology can boost employment and productivity in multiple sectors, including agriculture, security, power services, wildlife conservation, disaster management, and healthcare in remote areas.
Tripura CM Manik Saha launches 'Skill Uday Tongai' to empower over 80,000 students
Agartala, February 7: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha launched the 'Skill Uday Tongai' skill development training programme at the Tripura Institute of Technology in Narsingarh, Agartala.
Union Budget 2025 to drive innovation, job creation, and sustainability in manufacturing, say industry players
New Delhi, February 2: The manufacturing sector players have widely praised the announcements made in the Union Budget 2025-26, stating that these proposals will drive innovation, job creation, and sustainability across various manufacturing industries.
'Great success': DRDO conducts flight tests of VSHORADS
New Delhi, Feb 1: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted three successive flight trials of Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS).
UAE leads innovation in rain enhancement: Centre for Western Weather
Abu Dhabi, January 30: Luca Delle Monache, Director of Research at the Center for Western Weather and Water Extremes (CW3E) said that the UAE is playing a leading global role in enhancing rainfall through its advanced efforts in cloud seeding.
Canberra's Australia Day drone shows delayed due to risk to threatened bats
Canberra, Jan 24: Planned drone shows to celebrate Australia Day in the nation's capital have had their start time pushed back to prevent harm to a population of threatened bats.
Vivek Oberoi speaks on drone tech and India's business opportunities at WEF 2025
Davos, January 23: Bollywood actor and entrepreneur Vivek Oberoi, currently attending the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2025 in Davos, has expressed immense pride in India's growing influence at the international platform.
DMCC, Dubai Police to increase public safety through advanced drone network
Dubai, January 13: Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) has partnered with Dubai Police to expand its innovative drone network to enhance security and situational awareness in one of Dubai's leading business districts.
Rajasthan govt to enhance drone-based mining practices
Jaipur, Jan 7: Experts will directly engage with mineral leaseholders in Rajasthan to introduce advanced drone techniques for volumetric assessment and mineral management in the mining sector. State Principal Secretary of Mines and Petroleum, T. Ravikant, announced that from April 1 all minor mineral leaseholders must conduct drone or aerial surveys of their lease areas, including a 100-metre buffer zone, and submit comprehensive reports.
Madhya Pradesh CM Yadav inaugurates drone training centre in Indore, says India will become capital of drone technology by 2030
Indore, January 5: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav inaugurated a Drone Training Centre at the Arts and Commerce College in Indore on Sunday, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision to make India the global leader in drone technology by 2030.