August 14, 2025
Olee Space, a Pune-based defence technology startup, has raised USD 3 million in seed funding from domestic and international investors, including Rockstud Capital and IIMA Ventures. The company plans to use the funds to scale production, enhance quantum-secure communication protocols, expand its laser-based satellite communication initiatives, and accelerate the development of high-energy laser systems. Founded […]
August 13, 2025
Unimech Aerospace, in partnership with Dheya Engineering Technologies Private Limited, has developed a working prototype of the DET-500, a 500N-class micro turbojet engine. This engine is designed for use in drones, loitering munitions, and other defense platforms. The project encompasses end-to-end manufacturing, including design for manufacturing (DFM), precision 5-axis machining, temperature-controlled assembly, and dynamic balancing […]
August 12, 2025
Adani Defence Systems and Technologies Limited (ADSTL), in partnership with Prime Aero Services LLP, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a 100 percent stake in Indamer Technics Private Limited (ITPL). The acquisition will be carried out through Horizon Aero Solutions Limited, a 50-50 joint venture between ADSTL and Prime Aero, owned by Prajay Patel. […]
August 11, 2025
RRP Defense Ltd has received a purchase order from CYGR, France, valued at USD 40 million for the supply and installation of 100 drone units. The contract is structured in two phases and is expected to be completed within six months. The first phase, worth USD 20 million, covers the manufacturing of electro-optics systems, tracking […]
August 11, 2025
NIBE Limited, a Pune-based defence technology company, has secured an export order from Israel’s Elbit Systems for the manufacturing and supply of a ship-mounted universal rocket launching system. The system will be supplied with additional missiles and is designed for long-range operations. The system is intended to provide maritime fire support and extend naval operational capabilities. […]
August 9, 2025
Rolls-Royce and the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enable internships and joint research in defence engineering. The agreement was signed by Prof. Sachin C. Patwardhan, Dean (R&D), IIT Bombay, and G. S. Selwyn, Executive Vice-President of Rolls-Royce India. Alex Zino, Director — Business Development and […]
August 8, 2025
Steel Authority of India Ltd (SAIL), through its Bokaro Steel Plant (BSL), supplied the complete quantity of specialized DMR‑249A grade steel plates for two key Indian Navy vessels—INS Ajay and INS Nistar. The deliveries underscore the strategic contribution of domestic steel manufacturing to India’s defence self‑reliance . INS Ajay is the eighth and final Anti‑Submarine […]
August 7, 2025
Lokesh Machines Limited has secured an order worth INR 176.8 million (inclusive of GST) from the Indian Ministry of Defence (Army headquarters, New Delhi). The contract covers the supply of modification kits for existing 7.62 × 51 mm Medium Machine Guns (MMGs), with full delivery due within 12 months from the effective date. The 7.62 mm MAG‑type MMG […]
August 5, 2025
Prime Toolings, a Bengaluru‑based precision engineering firm, has developed a rotating detonation engine (RDE) tailored for short‑range missile systems with ranges of approximately 300 km to 500 km. According to the company, the engine leverages continuous detonation waves in an annular combustion chamber to achieve constant‑volume combustion, which in theory can improve fuel efficiency by up to […]
August 5, 2025
BEML Limited has been awarded a contract worth INR 2.82 billion by the Ministry of Defence for the supply of High Mobility Vehicles (HMVs) configured with an 8×8 all-wheel-drive system. These vehicles are designed to transport troops, artillery, and specialised equipment across challenging terrains. This order follows a recent contract valued at INR 2.94 billion […]
