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India Optel Limited (IOL), a key player in the indigenous production of electro-optical and vision systems, has been granted Category-I ‘Miniratna’ status by the Ministry of Defence. Continue Reading
India must build a “drone-rocket force” and embrace narrative warfare, disruptive innovation, and a muscular military posture to secure its future in a hostile geopolitical environment. That’s the clear message from Lieutenant General Raj Shukla (Retd), former GOC-in-C, ARTRAC. Continue Reading
India is no longer willing to draw distinctions between non-state actors and the states that sponsor them. And if those states seek cover behind the threat of nuclear escalation, India is prepared to call their bluff. Continue Reading
In a significant step towards bolstering the Indian Air Force’s strike and surveillance prowess, the Ministry of Defence is preparing to consider a ₹10,000 crore proposal for procuring three state-of-the-art Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition, and Reconnaissance (I-STAR) aircraft. Continue Reading
Hyderabad-based Lokesh Machines Ltd, traditionally known for its machine tool manufacturing, has made a bold push into India’s growing defence manufacturing space with six indigenous small arms. Continue Reading
Semiconductor global supply chains are not only complex but also pivotal for market access to enable a thriving manufacturing ecosystem. Continue Reading
India is hoping massive subsidies can help it establish a self-reliant semiconductor ecosystem, but experts say it must overcome big hurdles. Continue Reading