Defence technology

October 9, 2026 5:43 PM

UP Cabinet approves third phase of Lucknow naval museum project

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet on Friday approved the third phase of the Nausena Shaurya Sangrahalaya project in Lucknow, including the development of a water body across 6.8 acres, with the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) set to oversee the operation and maintenance of the museum complex. The Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, approved the transfer of the land by the LDA to the Tourism Department for a token amount of Rs 1 lakh. The proposed facilities include replicas of nava...

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 1, 2026 7:02 PM

Rajnath Singh reviews DPSUs’ performance, calls for greater indigenisation and global competitiveness

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday reviewed the annual performance of 16 Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) in New Delhi, assessing their progress in strengthening indigenous production and manufacturing capabilities, developing advanced defence technologies, increasing defence exports, strengthening supply chains and executing major projects. During the review meeting, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, along with Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth, was briefed by Secretary ...

January 22, 2026 6:23 PM

Republic Day 2026: DRDO to showcase cutting-edge defence technologies at Kartavya Path and Bharat Parv

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) will showcase its latest path-breaking innovations aimed at strengthening national security during the 77th Republic Day celebrations. DRDO’s advanced defence systems will be on display at the Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path as well as at Bharat Parv, to be held at the Red Fort. A key highlight of the Republic Day Parade will be the display of the Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile (LR-AShM) along with its launcher. Designed t...

December 29, 2025 12:57 PM

India’s defence breakthrough in 2025: A year of manufacturing muscle and technological confidence

The year 2025 will be remembered as a defining chapter in India’s defence journey, when long-term policy intent translated decisively into manufacturing strength and technological confidence. From record-breaking production figures and surging exports to deeper private sector participation and rapid advances in defence technology, India’s push for Atmanirbharta in defence gathered unprecedented momentum during the year. Record Production Signals Industrial Maturity One of the most striking...

July 16, 2025 12:57 PM

CDS Anil Chauhan urges push for indigenous counter-drone systems

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan on Wednesday underlined the importance of developing indigenous counter-unmanned aerial systems (UAS) to strengthen India’s security and reduce reliance on foreign technologies. Speaking at an event at the Manekshaw Centre in Delhi, General Chauhan said that depending on imported systems limits preparedness, production scalability, and critical spare parts availability. “Operation Sindoor has shown us why indigenously developed counter-UAS system...

September 16, 2024 3:23 PM

DRDO successfully conducts first phase of field firing trials of Indian light tank ‘Zorawar’

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully concluded the initial phase of developmental field firing trials for India's indigenous light tank, 'Zorawar'. The trials, conducted on September 13, mark a significant milestone in India's pursuit of self-reliance in defence technology. In a post on X, PRO, Defence, Guwahati said, "DRDO successfully conducted developmental field trials of Indian Light Tank, Zorawar. The collaboration with Indian industry aids in the grow...