Defense

Dr Joshi confirmed that the company has adopted a phased approach to increasing the missile’s range. The original BrahMos missile was developed with a strike range of approximately 290 kilometres, but subsequent improvements have enabled longer-range operations.

Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited confirmed that Nagastra-2 completed its technical trials at the Mahajan Field Firing Range in August 2026. The Rajasthan facility provides an environment for evaluating military equipment under field conditions, including systems developed for land warfare applications.

According to FITT, IIT Delhi, the system enables tank operators to identify friendly targets through the use of existing Laser Range Finder equipment. This approach is particularly relevant to armoured warfare, where crews must make identification decisions while operating under demanding conditions.

Millworks Technologies has received two developmental purchase orders from separate divisions of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited. The first order, issued by HAL’s Overhaul Division, covers the manufacture and supply of oxygen valve assemblies for the Hawk advanced jet trainer operated by the Indian Air Force.