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Designed and developed by the Vehicles Research & Development Establishment, the platforms have been created to address the changing operational needs of the Indian Defence Forces. Both variants combine mobility, protection and firepower, making them suitable for modern battlefield roles where speed, survivability and modular weapon integration are critical.
The competition aims to build a proof-of-concept system in which a collaborative swarm of Unmanned Aerial Systems functions as an airborne radar network. The proposed system is expected to detect, track and report aerial targets in a contested environment, while sending accurate target-location data to a centralised monitoring station.
Reuters noted in January 2025 that AIP was a key requirement for India’s next conventional submarine programme because it can keep a diesel-electric attack submarine underwater for over two weeks,
He said India offers a combination of a growing market, a young and skilled workforce, a fast-evolving industrial base, policy stability and a commitment to the rule of law, making it an attractive destination for strategic investment. Stressing that India’s defence industrial transformation is designed for long-term collaboration, Singh told German industry captains that the opportunity before them was “not a short-term proposition” but a durable strategic opening.
India and Egypt have moved to expand their defence partnership after the 11th Joint Defence
According to the official release, the exercise is designed to improve interoperability, cohesion, and the exchange of best practices between the two navies. The visit began with a ceremonial welcome by the Sri Lanka Navy, and Commander Sailesh Tyagi, Commanding Officer of INS Nireekshak, also met Rear Admiral SJ Kumara, Flag Officer Commanding, Western Naval Area, to discuss matters of mutual interest.
The exercise featured a mix of frontline combat and transport aircraft, including the Jaguar, Sukhoi, Mirage, Tejas, and C-295, showcasing coordinated take-offs and landings under operational conditions. Around 12 kilometres of the expressway were closed for the drill, and traffic was diverted during the operation.
A major outcome of the meeting was the signing and exchange of two key documents: a Defence Industrial Cooperation Roadmap and an Implementing Arrangement for Cooperation in UN Peacekeeping Training. The Indian side described the visit as a sign of growing trust and momentum in the bilateral relationship, which has gathered pace in recent years.
During the trip, General Chauhan held talks with Luke Pollard, where discussions centred on the changing nature of global conflict and the need for closer military collaboration. Senior officials from both sides participated, reaffirming their shared commitment to deepening bilateral defence ties.
At the same time, India renewed its call for long-pending UNSC reforms during Intergovernmental Negotiations (IGN), pointing out that the current composition—especially in terms of permanent membership—fails to represent developing nations. It advocated for greater inclusion of the Global South and noted alignment between its position and the African model for reform.
