Former Indian Air Force officer Air Vice Marshal Rajiva Ranjan has joined olee.space as a strategic defence advisor. With extensive experience in fighter operations and defence technology, he aims to enhance India’s defence systems, particularly in photonics and laser technologies. olee.space seeks to innovate in defence communication and technology.
ICEYE has unveiled its new imaging mode, Scan Wide, allowing customers to capture scenes up to 60,000 km² with a single image, and 120,000 km² through multi-frame tasking. This mode enhances maritime monitoring and supports various applications like oil spill detection. ICEYE operates the largest SAR satellite constellation, ensuring unmatched global access.
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has completed the development of the Service Module Propulsion System (SMPS) for its Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission, validating its functionality through extensive testing. This advancement is crucial for astronaut safety and aims to position India as the fourth nation capable of independent human spaceflight.
Raphe mPhibr, an Indian aerospace manufacturer, secured $100 million in funding led by General Catalyst, the largest private investment for the sector in India. This capital will enhance the development of indigenous aircraft and UAVs, reflecting investor confidence in India’s defense-tech. The company emphasizes technological innovation and a people-first culture.
India is transforming its space sector by allowing Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to own and operate Small Satellite Launch Vehicles (SSLVs). This historic transfer of technology from ISRO to HAL aims to boost commercial space operations. HAL will manufacture SSLVs and expects its first independent launch by August 2027, enhancing India’s aerospace capabilities.
French aeroengine company Safran has announced a new MRO facility for Rafale aircraft engines in Hyderabad, enhancing India’s aerospace capabilities. Set to support over 600 engine modules annually, it highlights the Indo-French defense collaboration, fostering self-reliance and generating 150 skilled jobs by 2040 for India’s defense sector.
By N. C. Bipindra In the wake of India’s Operation Sindoor against terror camps inside Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in May 2025, what stood out was the indigenous military systems that defended civilians and military infrastructures against Pakistani missiles, drones, and artillery fire. The effectiveness of Indian military […]
By A Correspondent Bengaluru (Karnataka): In a significant boost to India’s indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities, state-run Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has received the first centre fuselage assembly for the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A from Hyderabad-based VEM Technologies on May 30, 2025. India’s Secretary (Defence Production), Sanjeev […]
