Day: April 9, 2026

New Delhi | Signalling a major shift in military strategy, the Indian Army has released its first comprehensive roadmap for unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and loitering munitions, placing drones at the heart of future warfare. Developed in collaboration with the Army Design Bureau and the Drone Federation of India, the roadmap outlines how emerging technologies will reshape battlefield dynamics and enhance operational capabilities. Drones Redefining Modern Warfare Recent global conflicts, including the Iran–Israel conflict and the Russia–Ukraine War, have demonstrated the growing role of drones. Low-cost unmanned systems are increasingly being…

New Delhi/Bengaluru |A crucial meeting between GE Aerospace and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) was held in Bengaluru to address delays in engine deliveries for India’s indigenous HAL Tejas Mk1A fighter jet programme. The high-level GE delegation, led by Vice President Rita Flaherty, met HAL Chairman and Managing Director Dr. D. K. Sunil and senior officials to review progress and identify solutions to ongoing supply challenges. Engine Delays Impact Production The primary concern discussed was the delayed supply of F404 engines, which power the Tejas Mk1A jets. HAL had placed an…

New Delhi | In a significant push towards defence self-reliance, Sagar Defence Engineering has received a licence to manufacture explosives and ammunition in India. The licence, granted under the Industries (Development and Regulation) Act, 1951, marks the company’s expansion from drone and autonomous systems into full-scale defence manufacturing. Expansion Plans in Two States The company has announced plans to establish new production facilities in Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh. A major manufacturing unit is being developed at the Juvvaladinne fishing harbour in Andhra Pradesh, which is expected to play a key role…

New Delhi/Bengaluru | Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi visited Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in Bengaluru as part of the ‘Ran Samvad’ programme, where he reviewed India’s growing indigenous aerospace capabilities and ongoing Army Aviation projects. During the visit, the Army Chief closely examined the RUAV-200 (Rotary Unmanned Aerial Vehicle), an advanced helicopter-type drone designed for surveillance, reconnaissance, and target identification. He also undertook a sortie in the indigenously developed Light Combat Helicopter Prachand, assessing its operational performance, agility, and combat readiness. What is RUAV-200? The RUAV-200 is a rotary-wing…

New Delhi | Amid escalating tensions in West Asia, the Centre has stepped up preparedness to safeguard essential supplies, with a key announcement made during a high-level meeting of the Informal Group of Ministers (IGoM) chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The government has decided to double the supply of 5-kg LPG cylinders, a move aimed at providing relief to daily wage workers and economically weaker sections. The decision comes as part of a broader strategy to ensure uninterrupted availability of critical resources such as energy, food, and fuel. Focus on…