The latest order follows an earlier supply of weapons to the Indian Army’s Northern Command in September 2024. Lokesh Machines highlighted this previous delivery while announcing its latest contract, describing the Eastern Command order as another achievement for its defence manufacturing division.
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.
Addressing the summit, Ashwini Vaishnaw expressed confidence that India would develop mobile phones designed and manufactured in the country and marketed under Indian-owned brands by October 2028. The minister’s remarks highlighted the transition India is seeking from large-scale electronics production towards domestic ownership of technology and finished products.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that India has made substantial progress in developing domestic manufacturing capabilities for tunnel boring machines. Equipment that previously depended heavily on international suppliers is increasingly being manufactured within the country.
SRF Limited’s latest investment represents an expansion of its manufacturing portfolio into battery-grade aluminium foil, a specialised material used in advanced rechargeable batteries. The company intends to develop the facility as part of its Performance Films and Foil business, building on its existing expertise in aluminium foil production and advanced industrial materials.
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.
Balkrishna Industries and Pirelli Tyre S.p.A. signed three agreements covering the proposed joint venture, manufacturing arrangements and technical cooperation. These comprise a Framework Agreement, an Offtake Agreement and a Service Agreement, establishing the structure for cooperation between the two manufacturers.
The Bolkunda Silo Unit represents an addition to IDL Explosives’ industrial infrastructure, supporting the storage, preparation and distribution of bulk explosives used in mining activities. The facility has a stated capacity of 9,000 metric tonnes and occupies approximately 8.4 acres near Asansol, an important industrial centre in eastern India.
