On December 1, 2025, the Indian Army successfully launched the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile from the Bay of Bengal during Exercise Rudrakrosh. This test showcased India’s advanced capabilities and operational readiness, emphasizing long-range precision and self-reliance in defense technology. The launch strengthens India’s combat posture amidst rising regional challenges.
India’s Zuppa and Divide By Zero Technologies are partnering to create mobile rapid fabrication units for 3D printing and assembling drones at the frontlines. This initiative enhances defence self-reliance, allowing forces to manufacture drones on demand, increasing adaptability and effectiveness in real-time mission scenarios, and positioning India as a global leader in defense innovation.
Bengaluru-based Globals unveiled its Maritime Cyber Situational Awareness Platform, MarCAP, at a cybersecurity seminar organized by the Indian Navy in New Delhi. The platform, designed to enhance cyber awareness and protect ship systems, addresses the rising maritime cyber threats. Key officials stressed the importance of resilience in digitally connected maritime environments.
India has patented the ‘Vidyut Rakshak,’ an innovative generator monitoring and control system created by Major Rajprasad RS, enhancing the Army’s technological self-reliance. This system optimizes resources for diverse generators, ensuring reliability, especially in remote areas. The patent, effective for 20 years, reflects India’s commitment to indigenous defense innovation.
Zen Technologies Limited is advancing in India’s defence ecosystem, shifting from training simulators to a comprehensive defence tech innovator. With strategic acquisitions and an aggressive patenting approach, it aims to build proprietary technology and enhance its market stance, aligning with government initiatives like ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ to bolster indigenous defence capabilities.
