Astrome Secures ₹64.05 Crore Government Support to Develop India’s Indigenous Space-Based AI-ELINT Constellation
India has taken another step towards strengthening its indigenous space-based intelligence capabilities, with the Technology
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Philippines Seeks Customised BrahMos Missile Systems as India Negotiates Potential $800 Million Defence Deal
The proposed acquisition represents a potential second major BrahMos export agreement between India and the Philippines. Reuters reported on 5 November 2026 that negotiations had reached an advanced stage, with discussions covering approximately five additional missile systems and nearly 60 missiles.
CRPF Moves to Acquire Kamikaze Drones to Strengthen Counter-Insurgency Capabilities
The proposed drones are expected to have an operational range of at least 15 kilometres and the ability to transmit real-time imagery during flight. The reported specifications call for systems capable of carrying explosive payloads and conducting precision engagements against identified objectives.
India and Japan Strengthen Naval Cooperation as Japanese Warships Visit Mumbai
The visit of JS Takanami and JS Kirisame represents another engagement between the Indian Navy and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), reflecting the increasing frequency of professional interactions between the two maritime services.
Cochin Shipyard Wins ₹498.58 Crore Contract to Modernise INS Betwa with Diesel Propulsion and Upgraded Weapons
Converting a warship from steam to diesel propulsion involves several interconnected engineering requirements, including machinery integration, fuel and exhaust arrangements, cooling systems, control interfaces and compatibility with the vessel’s existing propulsion equipment.
Vīrabhadra Confronts the Gods: The Celestial Battle That Overwhelmed Dakṣa’s Defenders
At the centre of the confrontation stood Vīrabhadra, the formidable commander created from Śiva’s fury after Satī’s death. Opposing him were warriors endowed with divine weapons, supernatural abilities and authority over different aspects of the universe.
INS Rana and INS Sumedha Join Myanmar Navy for IMNEX-26 at Visakhapatnam
The Indian Navy is participating in IMNEX-26 with INS Rana and INS Sumedha, representing two different categories of naval vessels with complementary operational capabilities. Their participation provides opportunities for coordinated training with the Myanmar Navy and strengthens professional familiarity between personnel operating different naval platforms.
INS Surat and Omani Warship Al-Mu’azzar Conduct 15th Naseem Al Bahr Naval Exercise
The Indian Navy and the Royal Navy of Oman have successfully conducted the 15th edition
Data Patterns Completes Indigenous Su-30MKI Self-Protection Jammer Design, Prepares for Flight Trials
During the November 9 earnings conference call, Rangarajan confirmed that the company had completed the design of the jammer’s hardware, software and mechanical components entirely through its internal engineering capabilities.
DRDO Invites Indian Industry to Develop AI-Powered Acoustic Drone Detection System
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning are expected to play an important role in the proposed system by distinguishing drone-generated sounds from background acoustic activity.