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The latest supply consists of 45 UAVs intended for tactical logistics support. Eastern Command operates across some of India’s most demanding terrain, including high-altitude, forested and riverine regions where movement of essential supplies can be difficult.
The contract requires Paras Defence to deliver the complete optics and opto-mechanical package by September 27, 2027. The company has also disclosed a performance security amount of approximately ₹79.76 lakh.
Bharat Forge stated that it showcased an indigenous and distinctive long-range UAV capability in collaboration with Kadet Defence Systems. The company linked the demonstration to its broader objective of strengthening India’s defence and aerospace manufacturing ecosystem through indigenous technology and strategic partnerships.
Inflatable aircraft decoys are designed to resemble real combat aircraft closely enough to mislead hostile surveillance and targeting systems. Their purpose is to create false targets around air bases and dispersed operating locations, forcing an adversary to spend time and resources distinguishing genuine aircraft from replicas.
The dry-engine configuration is fundamentally different from the original Kaveri architecture intended for the Light Combat Aircraft. Removal of the afterburner reduces the engine’s maximum thrust but also makes it better suited to an unmanned aircraft where endurance, fuel efficiency, reliability and lower infrared signature can assume greater importance.v
The estimated tender value is ₹122 crore, while the stipulated completion period is 730 days. The procurement is structured as an open, lump-sum works contract covering technical infrastructure and associated facilities required for the initial operational deployment of HALE remotely piloted aircraft.
According to the Defence Secretary, the Rafale has already demonstrated its operational value in Indian service and India also has the naval Rafale variant on order. France has agreed in principle to India’s requirement for substantial domestic manufacturing and indigenisation.
Gliders India Limited has published an official notice seeking interested firms willing to associate with the company as consortium partners for expected national and international tenders. The notice forms part of the company’s broader effort to engage industry in areas where complementary technologies, manufacturing capabilities and specialised expertise may be required.
KAZIND-2026 is designed to strengthen the ability of Indian and Kazakh forces to conduct joint counter-terrorism operations in a sub-conventional environment under a United Nations mandate.
The two sides examined opportunities for stronger coordination in maritime security, professional naval training and technical capacity building. These initiatives are intended to improve operational familiarity and professional exchanges between the Indian Navy and Fiji’s maritime forces.
