December 22, 2025
India Optel Limited, a defence public sector undertaking, has signed a collaboration agreement with Safran Electronics & Defense to enable the manufacture of two high-precision systems in India, marking a shift from overseas procurement to domestic production for critical land warfare technologies. The agreement was signed on 22 December 2025 in New Delhi and covers […]
September 26, 2025
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has secured a contract worth more than INR 623.7 billion from the Ministry of Defence to supply 97 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A. The order includes 68 fighter variants and 29 twin-seater aircraft, along with associated equipment, for the Indian Air Force. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2027–28 and will […]
September 15, 2025
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has submitted a proposal to acquire 114 Rafale fighter jets with an estimated value of more than INR 2 trillion. The plan includes over 60 percent indigenous content through collaboration between Dassault Aviation and Indian aerospace companies such as Tata. If cleared, the procurement would increase the IAF’s Rafale fleet […]
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
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 […]
July 29, 2025
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a mechanical and material testing facility in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, under the Defence Testing Infrastructure Scheme (DTIS). The facility will be located within the Tamil Nadu Defence Industrial Corridor and developed through a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) comprising both public and […]
July 18, 2025
India’s Ministry of Defence has selected France’s Safran for a strategic partnership to co-develop a 120kN thrust-class jet engine for future Indian combat aircraft, including the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). The proposed initiative, estimated to be worth INR 610 billion, includes a full technology transfer to support indigenous engine design and manufacturing. The selection […]
July 18, 2025
Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML) has received an order worth approximately INR 1,856.5 million from the Ministry of Defence (Engineer-in-Chief) for the supply of bulldozers. The announcement was made on July 18, 2025. The equipment is intended to support defence infrastructure operations. This contract is part of BEML’s continued engagements with the Ministry of Defence […]
June 24, 2025
ideaForge Technology Limited, a designer and manufacturer of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), has secured an order worth approximately INR 1.37 billion (all-inclusive) from the Ministry of Defence for the supply of Mini UAVs and associated accessories. The delivery is expected to be completed within 12 months. The Indian Army placed the order through the emergency […]
June 24, 2025
Solar Defence & Aerospace Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Solar Industries India Limited, has received fresh orders from both the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and the Indian Army. The MoD contract, valued at INR 1.58 billion, is for the supply of defence products and is scheduled to be executed within one year. Additionally, the […]
