Aatmanirbhar Bharat

October 30, 2026 5:52 PM

DRDO showcases indigenous semiconductor technologies, leads session on next-generation chips at ESTIC 2026

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) led a thematic session on ‘Semiconductors & Next-Generation Chips’ and showcased its advanced indigenous technologies at the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2026, held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from October 27 to 29. The conclave, themed ‘Creative Minds, Catalysing Science, Empowering Society’, was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and jointly organised by 12 ministries/departments u...

October 23, 2026 8:20 PM

Innovation and Technological Progress Must Benefit All Humanity: Vice-President Radhakrishnan

Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Friday released the book ‘Advantage India: Reshaping the Future for an Equitable World’, authored by Anil K. Antony, at Uprashtrapati Bhawan in New Delhi. Emphasising that “Advantage India is Advantage to Humanity”, he said that all sovereign countries are equal and must be treated equally, and that innovations and technological advancements should benefit all humanity rather than remain the exclusive property of any one country. Book Explores India...

October 15, 2026 5:33 PM

MoD signs Rs 4,106 crore contracts for GSAT-7C satellite, Varunastra torpedoes

The Ministry of Defence on Thursday signed contracts worth approximately Rs 4,106 crore for the acquisition of the GSAT-7C communication satellite for the Indian Air Force (IAF) and Varunastra Heavy Weight Torpedoes for the Indian Navy, strengthening defence capabilities. The contract for GSAT-7C, valued at Rs 2,563 crore, was signed with New Space India Limited, Bengaluru. The indigenously designed, developed and manufactured satellite will enhance secure, resilient and seamless communication ...

October 14, 2026 10:38 PM

Approval Process for National Military Drone Technology Hub at IIT Kanpur Nears Completion: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday said that the proposal to establish a National Military Drone Technology Hub at IIT Kanpur, in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence, has made significant progress, with the approval process nearing completion. The proposed hub aims to fast-track indigenisation and innovation to give India a combat edge. Speaking at the launch of IIT Kanpur’s ‘Greater Than Us’ fundraising campaign in New Delhi, the Defence Minister emphasised that strengthe...

October 13, 2026 1:27 AM

Indian Navy Commissions Indigenous Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft INS Mangrol

The Indian Navy commissioned INS Mangrol (P82), the third Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), at the Naval Dockyard, Mumbai, on October 12. The commissioning ceremony was presided over by Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command. The ceremony was attended by senior officers of the Defence Forces, representatives of the Ministry of Defence, Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), industry partners and other dignitaries. Indigenous...

October 8, 2026 3:14 PM

From PARAM to PARAM Rudra: India’s supercomputing leap towards ‘Viksit Bharat’

India’s journey in supercomputing is a remarkable story of technological ambition, indigenous innovation and sustained national investment. From the unveiling of PARAM 8000 in 1991, with a computing speed of one gigaflop, to an ecosystem that now boasts 40 supercomputers delivering a combined capacity of 68 petaflops, India has travelled a long distance. At the heart of this transformation is the National Supercomputing Mission (NSM), launched in 2015 under the leadership of Prime Minister Nar...

October 6, 2026 9:41 PM

DRDO conducts maiden live jump of indigenous Advanced High-Altitude Parachute in Ladakh

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has conducted the maiden live jump of the indigenously developed Advanced High-Altitude Parachute (AHAP) at Nyoma (Mudh DZ) in Ladakh, demonstrating its operational capability in challenging high-altitude terrain. The jump was executed from an altitude of 16,000 feet above mean sea level (AMSL), with the parachute deployed at 15,500 feet. The landing was carried out at Nyoma (Mudh DZ), located at an altitude of 13,700 feet, the Ministry o...

October 6, 2026 9:31 PM

DRDO conducts successful flight trial of indigenously developed High-Altitude Platform

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted the flight trial of an indigenously developed High-Altitude Platform (HAPS), with the experimental flight reaching 21 km above mean sea level (AMSL) and maintaining an altitude of 20 km for more than 30 minutes before being brought down and successfully recovered. The flight performance was monitored in real time at the Ground Control Station, where video and vehicle-parameter data were received throughout the t...

September 21, 2026 10:26 AM

Youth of UP should not just be job seekers, but entrepreneurs: Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday said the youth of the state should not merely seek employment but should become entrepreneurs who create jobs. In an open message to the people of Uttar Pradesh, Adityanath said the state’s identity is defined not only by its market and manpower but also by the skills of its youth and the talents of its artisans, craftsmen and entrepreneurs. “….The identity of Uttar Pradesh is not merely its market and manpower, but also the skills o...

September 8, 2026 12:05 AM

Advanced aquaculture technologies drive India’s blue economy push

India is expanding the use of advanced aquaculture technologies such as Recirculatory Aquaculture Systems (RAS) and Biofloc to boost fish production, conserve resources and strengthen the country’s blue economy under the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat. The fisheries and aquaculture sector supports the livelihoods of nearly three crore fishers and fish farmers and has emerged as an important contributor to food security, rural employment, exports and economic growth. India is...