India’s defence minister Rajnath Singh launched the Navy’s Fleet Support Ship ‘Surya’ at Hindustan Shipyard and inaugurated new infrastructure facilities.
India’s Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a contract with BrahMos Aerospace Private Limited (BAPL) for the procurement of BrahMos Fire Control System and Launchers for Indian Navy ships for ₹661.5 crore. The contract was signed under the Buy (Indian-IDDM) Category, the first choice of procurement under the Defence Acquisition Procedure 2020, on Tuesday (October 6, 2026) in New Delhi, witnessed by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh.
India’s defence shipyard GRSE launched an Ocean Research Vessel Sagar Manthan ahead of schedule, now building nine warships and 32 maritime vessels.
Commissioning the three indigenously built ships for the Indian Navy, Indian Prime Minister Modi noted that a nation’s prosperity and security are linked to the oceans and the ability to defend national interests in the maritime domain.
Larsen & Toubro signed an INR 18,600-crore agreement with Tamil Nadu for expanding shipbuilding, a data center, and electronics manufacturing, creating 8,200 jobs and supporting the state’s economic growth.
India is shifting from “border security” to “territorial security,” establishing a quadrangular security grid enhancing border safety with advanced technology, notably through the Smart Border project on the India-Bangladesh border.
The Indian Air Force is modernizing its Sukhoi Su-30MKI jets by integrating a multi-constellation GNSS antenna to enhance navigation, accuracy, and electronic warfare resilience against jamming and spoofing threats.
The Indian Navy has launched INAMS Ver 2.0, a digital platform for integrated management of weapons and ammunition, enhancing efficiency with AI, real-time tracking, and robust cybersecurity for seamless operations.
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders delivered the Mahendragiri frigate, the sixth under Project 17A, marking a significant advancement in India’s self-reliant warship construction with a 75% indigenous content.
India’s Air Force is set to enhance its Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance capabilities by procuring at least 10 medium altitude airships by April 2026, designed for multi-utility operations.
On April 3, 2026, India commissioned the stealth frigate INS Taragiri, enhancing its naval capabilities in the Indian Ocean amidst growing regional threats, showcasing technological prowess and indigenous manufacturing.
The Indian Air Force plans to enhance its MiG-29 fleet by arming them with Advanced Short-Range Air-to-Air Missiles (ASRAAM), increasing combat capabilities against adversaries like China and Pakistan.
The Indian Army is seeking vendors to supply 50 AI-enabled gunnery simulators for T-90 tanks, aiming to enhance training efficiency, reduce costs, and replicate diverse combat scenarios in a simulated environment.
The Indian Army has received 2,000 ‘Prahar’ Light Machine Guns from Adani Defence, enhancing domestic arms production and reducing reliance on imports, with significant manufacturing capabilities established in Madhya Pradesh.
BonV Aero has partnered with Israel’s ParaZero Technologies to exclusively market the DefendAir counter-drone system in India, enhancing security against aerial threats without disrupting communication systems.
