India’s new 12 GHz counter-drone capability marks a major leap toward advanced electronic warfare, highlighting the need for AI-driven, layered defences against rapidly evolving military drone threats and swarms.
Lieutenant General V. K. Saxena emphasizes the urgent need for reforming India’s defense procurement processes, citing crippling delays that risk obsolescence of critical technology, and introduces measures aimed at streamlining acquisitions.
Rajnath Singh talked to IAF soldiers in Shillong on the critical security threats faced by India and asked them to prepare themselves with technology to perform their role effectively. The Indian defence minister gave the example of Operation Sindoor on how India had prepared to tackle terrorism.
SMPP-KNDS teaming agreement combines technology transfer and indigenous manufacturing to support India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India) vision and meet the emerging operational requirements of the armed forces.
India’s defence minister called for reducing development-to-production timelines in DRDO’s research projects by integrating manufacturing plans, while hailing the indigenous defence technologies demonstrated by the armed forces during Operation Sindoor.
The Zorawar tanks’ protection levels are to be improved over the present STANAG Level 4 before they can be inducted into the Indian Army, and hence the delay in deployment.
The Indian Army gets delivery of 106 kamikaze drones from SMPP Limited to boost its deep-strike capabilities in a contested battlefield, countering enemy signal jamming and spoofing operations. SMPP focuses on developing and delivering advanced protection solutions and next-generation battlefield systems for the armed forces.
BrahMos Aerospace is ready to supply the supersonic cruise missile to the Russian forces if a formal request is received from Moscow. All future Indian Navy destroyers and frigates will be armed with the India-Russia joint venture BrahMos missile.
The Airbus C295 aircraft, being made at TASL’s final assembly line in Vadodara, carried out its first flight on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, marking a key milestone to replace the Indian Air Force’s ageing Avro fleet.
India has contracted a private firm for INR 499 crore to acquire 20 satellite signal jammers, enhancing naval operations and combating GPS spoofing incidents linked to Pakistan and China.
India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved a 250-MW Solar Power Project at Sitapur, promoting renewable energy and enhancing energy security while utilizing 850 acres of vacant defence land.
India’s Defence Ministry is considering penalties for Hindustan Aeronautics Limited due to delays in Tejas Light Combat Aircraft deliveries. HAL now expects to deliver 24 jets by 2026 despite prior setbacks.
Embraer’s CEO expressed confidence that India will soon issue a formal RFP for 60 to 80 military transport aircraft, marking a significant step forward in the MTA programme, valued at $11 billion.
The Indian defence ministry issues a request for information for locally manufacturing mortar specialist vehicles to enhance accuracy, speed, and human-error-free battlefield operations.
On June 4, 2026, India significantly increased financial powers for military commanders, enabling quicker arms procurement up to INR 125,000 crore to enhance operational readiness. This revision aims to streamline project execution, promote self-reliance in defense, and decentralize procurement, facilitating timely resource availability for the armed forces.
