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NEW DELHI: At least half a dozen executives from top Indian arms makers, including Adani Defence and Bharat Forge, attended rare meetings in Russia this year to discuss potential joint ventures, three people familiar with the matter said. The meetings took place during the first visit of India's defence business leaders to Russia since Moscow's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The visit by the defence business leaders had not previously been reported. The Indian government is seeking to reorientate ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, Dec 9 (Reuters) - At least half a dozen executives from top Indian arms makers, including Adani Defence and Bharat Forge, attended rare meetings in Russia this year to discuss potential joint ventures, three people familiar with the matter said. The meetings took place during the first visit of India's defence business leaders to Russia since Moscow's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The visit by the defence business leaders had not previously been reported. The Indian government is seeking ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, Dec 9 - At least half a dozen executives from top Indian arms makers, including Adani Defence and Bharat Forge, attended rare meetings in Russia this year to discuss potential joint ventures, three people familiar with the matter said. The meetings took place during the first visit of India's defence business leaders to Russia since Moscow's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The visit by the defence business leaders had not previously been reported. The Indian government is seeking to reorie ...Read More >
Lucknow, Dec 15 (PTI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday met Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran to review the progress of Tata Group's existing projects in the state, and discussed their expansion and new investment proposals. According to an official statement, the meeting saw wide-ranging deliberations on long-term cooperation in sectors such as artificial intelligence (AI), information technology, electronics, defence manufacturing, energy, renewable energy, electric veh ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Telangana is strategically positioning itself to emerge as India's aerospace and defence (A&D) capital by 2030, with the state govt working on a comprehensive roadmap to develop a globally competitive ecosystem for the sector in the state, IT and industries minister Duddilla Sridhar Babu said on Saturday.As part of the long-term vision for Telangana, the state govt is integrating the A&D sector as a critical component of its $3 trillion economy goal by 2047, Sridhar Babu said while ad ...Read More >
New Delhi, Nov 10 (PTI) India and Vietnam on Monday inked a pact to set up a framework for submarine search, rescue and support mechanism in case of any eventualities. The two sides also signed a letter of intent (LoI) to strengthen bilateral defence industry collaboration. The documents were signed after the two sides held the 15th edition of India-Vietnam Defence Policy Dialogue (DPD) in Hanoi. It was co-chaired by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and Deputy Minister of National Defence ...Read More >
Hyderabad, Oct 28 (UNI) Telangana Industries and IT Minister D Sridhar Babu today announced that the State aims to become the "Aero-Engine Capital" of India by 2030, outlining an ambitious roadmap to attract major national and international aerospace companies to invest in Telangana. He made the announcement while virtually inaugurating the new Aero Engine Rotative Components Manufacturing Facility jointly established by Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) and Safran Aircraft Engines at Adibat ...Read More >
In a major shake-up at the Tata Trusts, Mehli Mistry -- once considered a close confidant of Ratan Tata -- is set to exit the apex charitable bodies after chairman Noel Tata, vice chairman Venu Srinivasan and trustee Vijay Singh declined to approve the renewal of his term, people familiar with the matter said. In a dramatic turn at the Tata Trusts, Mehli Mistry -- once regarded as one of Ratan Tata's closest confidants -- faces potential ouster after chairman Noel Tata, vice chairman Venu Srini ...Read More >
The Indian Army is enhancing its capabilities through a new partnership with Delhi Technological University. This collaboration will focus on research and training in critical areas like defence technology, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. Additionally, the Army is acquiring advanced night sights for its SIG 716 assault rifles. This procurement will significantly improve target engagement capabilities for soldiers. New Delhi: The Indian Army marked a key milestone by signing a memora ...Read More >
The Ministry said that any company or association having issues related to import of steel may send their request on the above e-mail to get confirmed time-slots by 11:00 am of October 24. Ministry of Steel announced on Wednesday that it will conduct an Open House to discuss issues related to the import of steel on October 27 at Udyog Bhavan's Steel Room in the national capital. Companies and associations may present their issues related to steel imports in the Open House, the Steel Ministry s ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) Ministry of Steel announced on Wednesday that it will conduct an Open House to discuss issues related to the import of steel on October 27 at Udyog Bhavan's Steel Room in the national capital. Companies and associations may present their issues related to steel imports in the Open House, the Steel Ministry said in a statement. The Open House will be conducted from 12:00 noon to 6:00 pm and specific time slots will be indicated via e-mail. Walk-ins will not be ...Read More >
Narendra Modi added that India's arms export had increased 30-fold over the past 11 years NEW DELHI, October 20. /TASS/. Numerous countries have shown interest in acquiring BrahMos cruise missiles following New Delhi's Operation Sindoor, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said. "The BrahMos and Akash missiles demonstrated their effectiveness during Operation Sindoor. The name BrahMos alone is enough to make people take notice. Many countries are expressing interest in the BrahMos missile," he ...Read More >
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday flagged off the first batch of BrahMos missiles at the BrahMos Aerospace Production Unit in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, under the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' mission. He stated that every part of Pakistan is now within the missile's range and highlighted their impact during Operation Sindoor, saying the operation served as a warning of India's growing missile capabilities. Every inch of Pakistani territory is now within the reach of India's BrahMos missiles, said ...Read More >
A new vehicle logistics hub for the armed forces has opened in Leh. This facility will improve operational readiness in high-altitude areas. Satellite hubs are planned for Kargil, Tangtse, and Nyoma. The hub will address logistics and maintenance challenges. It centralizes logistics and equipment support. This ensures faster repairs and better spare availability for sustained operations. A new generation vehicle logistics hub for the armed forces has come up in Leh, with satellite hubs planned ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 17 (ANI): HFCL Limited (HFCL) has reported a robust quarter, marked by a sharp turnaround in profitability and operational performance, driven by strong momentum in its international and defence businesses. The company's EBITDA surged nearly fivefold in the second quarter of FY26 compared to the previous quarter. According to the company's press release, HFCL's revenue grew 19.78 per cent quarter-on-quarter to Rs 1,043.34 crore in Q2FY26 from Rs 871.02 crore in Q1FY26 ...Read More >
Nashik: In a major relief for the Indian Air Force (IAF), the first Tejas-Mk1A fighter aircraft produced at the Nashik complex of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) completed its maiden flight on Friday. Defence minister Rajnath Singh formally inaugurated the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) and HTT-40 (trainer aircraft) assembly complexes at Nashik after which the advanced jet fighter and piston-engine trainer aircraft were wheeled out. The formal induction of Tejas-Mk1A into the IAF will depend ...Read More >
Mumbai: In the Mithi river desilting scam, the sessions court has refused to grant bail to Ketan Kadam of Virgo Specialties Pvt Ltd, observing financial transactions traced to his shell companies. A key accused in the case, he allegedly conspired with BMC officers, compelling the contractor to hire machines at an inflated rent from his firm, with certain conditions added by him to the tender. The scam allegedly caused a loss of Rs65 crore to the BMC. Defence Terms Charges 'Assumptive' The defe ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: India on Wednesday offered the indigenous Akash air defence missile system to Brazil, even as the two countries decided to bolster their defence cooperation as well as explore opportunities for co-development and co-production of weapon systems and platforms.The progress of ongoing defence-related bilateral initiatives, with identification of priority areas for joint work, was reviewed in the meeting between defence minister Rajnath Singh and visiting Brazilian vice president Geraldo ...Read More >
New Delhi: US President Donald Trump has expressed frustration with Brazil. India, however, is preparing to sell Brasília its domestically developed Akash missile system. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Brazilian Vice President Geraldo Alckmin in New Delhi and formally proposed the deal. The development marks an important step in India's defence diplomacy and arms export strategy. The Akash missile is a surface-to-air missile designed and developed in India. It can neutralise enemy aircraft, ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): British High Commissioner to India Lindy Cameron on Thursday said that India remains a "top priority partner" for the United Kingdom, describing the visit of the UK's Carrier Strike Group (CSG25) to India as a reflection of the growing strategic and defence partnership between the two countries, as per British High Commisson. "India, as the world's largest democracy and an emerging economic superpower with one of the fastest growing economies in the world, i ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): British High Commissioner to India Lindy Cameron on Thursday said that India remains a top priority partner for the United Kingdom, describing the visit of the UK Carrier Strike Group (CSG25) to India as a reflection of the growing strategic and defence partnership between the two countries, as per British High Commisson. India, as the world largest democracy and an emerging economic superpower with one of the fastest growing economies in the world, is a top ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): British High Commissioner to India Lindy Cameron on Thursday said that India remains a "top priority partner" for the United Kingdom, describing the visit of the UK's Carrier Strike Group (CSG25) to India as a reflection of the growing strategic and defence partnership between the two countries, as per British High Commisson. "India, as the world's largest democracy and an emerging economic superpower with one of the fastest growing economies in the world, i ...Read More >
Mumbai: New Delhi is stepping in to ease the turbulence building up at a critical Mumbai institution, amid mounting concerns that infighting at majority shareholder Tata Trusts could begin to impede the functioning of Tata Sons, India's most valuable business conglomerate. This week, two senior cabinet ministers will meet with four key officials of Tata group in the National Capital to discuss recent developments that have sparked concern. Tata Trusts chairman Noel Tata, vice-chairman Venu Sri ...Read More >
The Tejas is not an amazing aircraft. But it gave India the seeds of an indigenous defense industry capable of taking on more complex aerospace programs in the future. The HAL Tejas is India's first ever domestically developed supersonic combat aircraft, marking a variety of significant milestones from political to industrial to aerospace performance. Designed as a light, single-engine multirole fighter, the Tejas emphasizes agility, low weight, and modern avionics rather than size or power. W ...Read More >
Mumbai : Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Limited (SDHI), India's largest shipbuilding and heavy fabrication company, has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Samsung Heavy Industries, one of the world's leading shipbuilders in specialized and complex vessels. Both the partners will jointly explore commercial shipbuilding and heavy engineering projects across domestic and international markets. On the shipbuilding collaborations, the projects will encompass a wide range of ...Read More >
Samsung Heavy Industries signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Indian shipmaker Swan Defence and Heavy Industries, a shipyard located in Gujarat, western India, to cooperate in the shipbuilding and offshore sectors, the Samsung subsidiary said Monday. Swan Defence and Heavy Industries operates India's largest dry dock -- measuring 662 meters (2,172 meters) by 65 meters -- and has the capacity to build very large crude carriers (VLCCs) and offshore facilities. Through the partnership, ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has secured fresh orders worth Rs 1,092 crore since September 16, the company said in a stock exchange filing on Monday. The major contracts include upgrades for electronic warfare systems and defence networks, tank subsystems, transmit/receive modules, communication equipment, electronic voting machines, as well as spares and services. With these contracts, BEL has once again shifted its focus to the defence sector, after its ...Read More >
New Delhi: Amidst international criticism of Israel over the war in Gaza, the Israeli defence industry is facing a crisis. Israel's closest allies are terminating defence agreements with Israel. Meanwhile, Spain has cancelled another arms deal with Israel's Rafael Advanced Defence Systems. According to Israeli media reports, the cancellation of this deal brings the value of suspended contracts with Israeli companies in recent months to approximately $654 million. The halt on new deals worth bil ...Read More >
HYDERABAD: The government is working with a clear vision to position Telangana as the 'Aerospace Capital of India', said IT and Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu on Friday. The minister chaired a brainstorming session with leading aerospace entrepreneurs and experts at the Secretariat, organised in collaboration with the FICCI Telangana Aerospace and Defence Committee. Discussions focused on strengthening the state's aerospace ecosystem, strategies for future growth, and policy measures to cap ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], September 26 (ANI): The Telangana government is working with a clear vision to position the State as the 'Aerospace Capital of India', said IT and Industries Minister Duddilla Sridhar Babu on Friday. According to a release, the Minister chaired a brainstorming session with leading aerospace entrepreneurs and experts at the Dr B.R. Ambedkar Telangana Secretariat, organised in collaboration with the FICCI Telangana Aerospace and Defence Committee. The discussions fo ...Read More >
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