Tonbo Imaging Limited has filed for an IPO via an Offer for Sale of 18.08 million shares, showcasing its crucial role in India’s defense technology exports.
Belrise Industries partners with Israel’s Plasan Sasa to enhance India’s defence capabilities through the ATEMM platform, aiming for indigenisation under Make in India initiatives.
India Optel Limited has partnered with France’s Safran Electronics and Defence to manufacture two advanced defence systems in India, enhancing the Make-in-India initiative. The agreement, signed on December 22, 2025, emphasizes domestic production of the SIGMA 30N navigation system and CM3-MR sight, improving India’s defence capabilities and reducing import reliance.
On December 22, 2025, the DRDO and RRU signed a MoU to enhance cooperation in research, education, and technology for India’s defense and internal security. This partnership aligns with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision, focusing on joint projects, training programs, and capacity-building to improve national security and address future challenges.
On December 19, 2025, the Indian Navy decommissioned INS Sindhughosh, its lead submarine, after over 40 years of service. This milestone reflects the Navy’s shift to modern submarines amid growing operational demands in the Indian Ocean. INS Sindhughosh’s legacy includes shaping naval doctrines and training generations of submariners.
India’s defense self-reliance has significantly advanced, with domestic production rising to 65% and reaching INR 154,000 crore in FY 2024-25. Exports increased nearly 34 times, now covering over 100 countries. The government emphasizes reform and innovation to foster indigenous capabilities, aiming for INR 300,000 crore in production by 2029.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praised the Indian Air Force’s successful execution of Operation Sindoor at the Air Force Commanders’ Conclave, highlighting its technological advancements and strategic confidence. He emphasized air power’s pivotal role in modern warfare, the need for innovative defence solutions, and the importance of joint operations among military branches.
India’s Zuppa Geo Navigation Technologies has joined forces with the Indian Institute of Science to establish a Drone Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. This initiative aims to enhance self-reliance in UAV technologies, fostering innovation in design and research while supporting various sectors, including agriculture and logistics, aligning with India’s vision for a robust drone ecosystem.
Claims by Pakistan that it shot down Indian Air Force (IAF) Rafale fighter jets during a brief but intense aerial standoff have come under sharp scrutiny, with a leading defence analyst arguing that the narrative is riddled with unanswered questions and cannot be used to judge Chinese versus Western military technology.
India needs to significantly increase its defence R&D spending to enhance military technology leadership, as emphasized by DRDO Chairman Samir V. Kamat. Current allocations are low compared to global standards, impeding rapid innovation. The Parliamentary Standing Committee urges full fund utilization to support advanced projects aligned with national goals and emerging warfare needs.
Thales has awarded a contract to SFO Technologies for producing components of the RBE2 AESA radar for India’s Rafale fighter jets, enhancing “Make in India” and defence self-reliance. This collaboration strengthens local manufacturing capabilities and supports India’s role as a hub for advanced defence technologies, reflecting a commitment to strategic autonomy.
Almost eight months after the brutal terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam that killed 25 tourists and a local pony operator, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on December 15, 2025, filed a comprehensive charge sheet, formally tracing the conspiracy to Pakistan-based terror outfits Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and its proxy, The Resistance Front (TRF).
A New York Times investigation reveals a Cold War secret about a lost CIA nuclear surveillance device on Nanda Devi peak, India, from 1965. Concerns over radiation, environmental risks, and geopolitical implications persist. The device, tied to an abandoned mission amid a blizzard, remains unfound, haunting local communities with potential contamination fears.
India’s military helicopter capabilities are enhancing with the imminent arrival of three Apache AH-64 helicopters for the Army and the commissioning of the NH-60R Seahawk squadron for the Navy. These additions address urgent combat gaps while underlining the need for local manufacturing to replace aging fleets and meet future defense requirements.
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) plans seven missions by March 2026, including the Gaganyaan human spaceflight’s first uncrewed test and technology demonstrations for electric propulsion and quantum communication. The LVM3 rocket will facilitate both commercial and national missions, reflecting ISRO’s growing role in global space launch services and its collaboration with private industry.
