India has marked a major milestone in its maritime capabilities with the completion of diving trials for the indigenous Diving Support Vessel (DSV) Nistar, built by Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL). This advanced vessel enhances India's submarine rescue operations, deep-sea exploration, and naval self-reliance.
India deploys robotic mules and nano drones in Myanmar under Operation Brahma for advanced search, rescue, and relief efforts after the devastating earthquake.
Developed under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ambitious AatmaNirbhar Bharat initiative, these systems symbolise India’s rapid ascent toward defence self-reliance.
Through high-profile humanitarian missions, comprehensive naval exercises, and proactive diplomatic engagements, India has quietly yet effectively asserted itself as a leader promoting regional stability, security, and cooperation.
India has cleared a government-to-government deal with France to procure 26 Rafale Marine fighter aircraft for the Indian Navy. Valued at over Rs 63,000 crore, the deal includes 22 single-seater and 4 twin-seater jets, specifically configured for carrier-based operations.
India's Army-Academia alliance is transforming defence innovation through embedded Army Cells in IITs and IISc, fostering indigenous tech like AI drones, smart munitions, and medical diagnostics tailored for battlefield and high-altitude needs.
The Defence Ministry signed a Rs 2,385 crore contract with BEL to equip IAF’s Mi-17 V5 helicopters with indigenous Electronic Warfare suites, enhancing survivability in hostile environments using radar and missile threat detection systems.
HAL, after securing a ₹62,500 crore deal for 156 Light Combat Helicopters, plans to outsource ₹25,000 crore of the project to private firms—boosting defence ecosystem and promoting self-reliance in manufacturing.
The Indian Army's Para-Special Forces have long conducted operations with discretion and efficiency in the challenging terrains of Jammu and Kashmir and the dense forests of Northeast India.
The DRDO and Indian Army successfully conducted four flight-tests of the MRSAM system in Odisha, validating its operational readiness across various target scenarios. The tests demonstrated high accuracy and readiness for Army deployment.
