Indian Defence News

The Research Centre Imarat has floated a Request for Proposal for the modification and refurbishment of the 8x8 PRAHAR launcher to enable integration of a complete communication suite for PRALAY missile launch operations, Alpha Defense reported.This marks a significant step in adapting existing launcher infrastructure to meet the requirements of India’s emerging tactical ballist...

India’s Kusha surface-to-air missile has achieved a significant breakthrough during its first-stage trials in Odisha. Developed by Nagpur-based Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited (SDAL), the missile exceeded the stipulated range parameters, marking a major step towards the government’s plan to establish an indigenous multilayer air defence system under Mission Sudarshan Chakra,...

Dassault Aviation is restructuring its approach to India’s 114 Rafale MRFA deal, determined to avoid the pitfalls that derailed the earlier 126‑aircraft MMRCA tender.The company has announced that it will assume full responsibility for the aircraft, select its own Indian partners, and conduct ground and flight testing locally, ensuring tighter control over quality, delivery, and...

India has approved a comprehensive financial package worth ₹69,725 crore to transform the domestic shipbuilding and maritime infrastructure sector, announced PIB.This package follows the measures announced under the Union Budget 2025–26 and is structured around a four‑pillar strategy aimed at revitalising shipbuilding capacity, maritime financing, and skilling.The initiative is ...

The Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL) of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), under the Ministry of Defence, has formally transferred three advanced materials technologies to the Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL). This transfer represents a significant step in strengthening India’s indigenous capabilities in strategic defence metallurgy....