The concept was disclosed on September 26, 2026 and is currently at the technology-development stage. IndoWings has presented STRIKE as a canisterised loitering munition that would use a rocket-assisted or booster-assisted launch before transitioning into controlled powered flight.
At approximately 10 tonnes kerb weight, the vehicle is significantly lighter than many conventional mine-protected or infantry mobility platforms. This allows it to operate in situations where heavier vehicles may face limitations because of terrain, bridges, narrow roads or the need for rapid tactical movement.
The new DRDO SEATEC facility is being developed to support the engineering, assembly, testing and evaluation of advanced SONAR systems and underwater surveillance technologies. Once operational, it will provide NPOL with specialised infrastructure for developing and validating future generations of indigenous naval acoustic systems.
The proposed facility would support base and heavy maintenance, structural inspections, testing, component repair and overhaul, avionics support and training. Such an arrangement would allow a future Indian fleet to receive much of its lifecycle support domestically rather than depending heavily on overseas maintenance facilities.
In its latest company update, ArthX said additional FANG-7 interceptors are now under production. The company also invited Indian Army and Indian Air Force formations, along with Indian defence companies, to approach it with requirements for interceptor drones.
Of DRDO’s ₹29,100.25 crore allocation for FY 2026–27, ₹17,250.25 crore has been earmarked for capital expenditure. This portion of the budget supports infrastructure, laboratories, prototype development, specialised test facilities and high-end scientific equipment needed for advanced defence research.
The stronger performance of these categories reflects changes in India’s disease profile, rising diagnosis rates, greater access to treatment and a growing need for medicines that must be taken continuously over long periods.
The funding will support establishment of a 100 tonnes-per-annum pilot-scale research and development facility for PLA and advanced PLA co-polymers. The facility will be created at Balrampur Chini Mills’ integrated manufacturing complex at Kumbhi in Uttar Pradesh.
The development was reported on 24 September 2026, with the company’s bid placed at around ₹1.4 crore. The procurement is understood to involve an integrated architecture combining unmanned ground vehicles, unmanned aerial vehicles and a command-and-control station capable of supporting manned armoured formations.
The requirement is listed under the Ministry of Defence, with the Department of Military Affairs as the department and the Indian Navy as the procuring organisation. The bid pertains to Maharashtra and specifies a total quantity of one development unit or lot.
