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Varun Karthikeyan

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The IAF recently made a detailed presentation to the govt outlining its future requirements for maintaining an edge over adversaries. IAF is looking to acquire around 2-3 squadrons (40-60 aircraft). India is also looking at a programme to build 114 modern 4.5 plus gen fighters

The IAF recently made a detailed presentation to the govt outlining its future requirements for maintaining an edge over adversaries. IAF is looking to acquire around 2-3 squadrons (40-60 aircraft). India is also looking at a programme to build 114 modern 4.5 plus gen fighters
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In a major boost to India’s defence capabilities, DRDO has successfully carried out flight trials of UAV Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 in the National Open Area Range (NOAR), test range in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. Congratulations to DRDO and the industry

In a major boost to India’s defence capabilities, <a href="/DRDO_India/">DRDO</a> has successfully carried out flight trials of UAV Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 in the National Open Area Range (NOAR), test range in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh.

Congratulations to DRDO and the industry
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🔧 Exciting Upgrades to Our Production Line! 🔧 We're thrilled to share that we've enhanced our production capabilities with state-of-the-art machinery that's leaner, sharper, and faster. Here's what you can look forward to: ⚡️ Reduced lead times 🎯 Unmatched precision

🔧 Exciting Upgrades to Our Production Line! 🔧

We're thrilled to share that we've enhanced our production capabilities with state-of-the-art machinery that's leaner, sharper, and faster.

Here's what you can look forward to:
⚡️ Reduced lead times 
🎯 Unmatched precision
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Bengaluru Startup Ethreal X Is Building World’s 1st Fully Reusable Medium-Lift Rockets.EtherealX have developed a reusable Rocket called the Razor Crest Mk-1.Its payload capacities vary by mode. it can carry up to 24.8T into the LEO& up to 10.8 T into GTO in its expendable mode

Bengaluru Startup Ethreal X Is Building World’s 1st Fully Reusable Medium-Lift Rockets.EtherealX have developed a reusable Rocket called the Razor Crest Mk-1.Its payload capacities vary by mode. it can carry up to 24.8T into the LEO&amp; up to 10.8 T into GTO in its expendable mode
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In a major boost to India’s defence capabilities, DRDO successfully carried out flight trials of UAV Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 in the National Open Area Range (NOAR), test range in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. ULPGM-V3 is an enhanced version of the ULPGM-V2 missile

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#IndiaSalutesKargilHeroes The Indian Air Force pays heartfelt tribute to the valiant Warriors of the Kargil War. Their courage, sacrifice, and unwavering resolve continue to inspire a nation united in gratitude. #KargilVijayDiwas #26YearsOfKargil #OpVijay #OpSafedSagar

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What abt " 2 yr long brainstorming "going on fr the order of extra 97 #TejasMk1A , This after earlier IAF refusal to clear 83 Mk1A order in 2016 , led to closure of GE404 IN 20 prdn line , bcos of zero orders from HAL, the only customer fr this exclusive engine version

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#India's largest satellite, by an Indian HQ private crew! Crafted by Team GalaxEye is taking its shape. Next leap in relentless ISR: the world’s first SyncFused Opto-SAR Stay Tuned.!

#India's largest satellite, by an Indian HQ private crew! Crafted by Team <a href="/GalaxEye/">GalaxEye</a> is taking its shape. 
Next leap in relentless ISR: the world’s first SyncFused Opto-SAR 

Stay Tuned.!
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Russia appears to be using new R-77M a significantly upgraded version of the R-77 BVR missile. Su-35S carrying 2 R-77M on the pylons under the engine intake ducts, R-73/74 & EW pods on the wingtip stations.Range 200 Km. Uses an AESA seeker.

Russia appears to be using new R-77M a significantly upgraded version of the R-77 BVR missile. Su-35S carrying 2 R-77M on the pylons under the engine intake ducts, R-73/74 &amp; EW pods on the wingtip stations.Range 200 Km. Uses an AESA seeker.
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TEMA India Ltd. Commissions India’s First Private Test Facility for Depleted Heavy Water Upgradation. Until now, critical testing infrastructure for heavy water distillation components existed solely within BARC.

TEMA India Ltd. Commissions India’s First Private Test Facility for Depleted Heavy Water Upgradation. Until now, critical testing infrastructure for heavy water distillation components existed solely within BARC.
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Report s coming in that Pralay Missile Successfully Test-Fired from Odisha’s Abdul Kalam Island. Pralay is designed for precision targeting with an effective strike range of 150 to 500 km. The missile is equipped with an advanced navigation system & high-accuracy guidance tech

Report s coming in that Pralay Missile Successfully Test-Fired from Odisha’s Abdul Kalam Island. Pralay is designed for precision targeting with an effective strike range of 150 to 500 km. The missile is equipped with an advanced navigation system &amp; high-accuracy guidance tech
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India nears combat drone deal with US, first tech-transfer push in defence. MoD is in advanced talks with US-based Shield AI to improve its V-Bat combat drones for the IAF, while also laying the groundwork for local manufacturing through a joint venture with JSW Defence

India nears combat drone deal with US, first tech-transfer push in defence.

MoD is in advanced talks with US-based Shield AI to improve its V-Bat combat drones for the IAF, while also laying the groundwork for local manufacturing through a joint venture with JSW Defence
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Indian Space startup Stardour has successfully test fired India’s 1st hydrogen & oxygen propulsion engine. The test was conducted at IISc Bengaluru. This engine will power Stardour’s orbital transfer vehicle, Lucas. The startup anticipates the launch of Lucas in 2027.

Indian Space startup Stardour has  successfully test fired India’s 1st hydrogen &amp; oxygen propulsion engine. The test was conducted at IISc Bengaluru. This engine will power Stardour’s orbital transfer vehicle, Lucas. The startup anticipates the launch of Lucas in 2027.
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"On May 9th, 2025, Pakistan launched a large-scale attack against India involving 1,000 missiles and drones. However, India’s air defence systems successfully intercepted and neutralized all incoming threats with precision".: PM Narendra Modi in Lok sabha

"On May 9th, 2025, Pakistan launched a large-scale attack against India involving 1,000 missiles and drones. However, India’s air defence systems successfully intercepted and neutralized all incoming threats with precision".: PM <a href="/narendramodi/">Narendra Modi</a> in Lok sabha
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DRDO has concluded design studies of the next generation ICBM. Reports say that this new generation missile will integrate the latest & most efficient features like those of Agni-V MkII. A6 can defeat all kind of ABM Shields currently operationa. Report's few media's

DRDO has concluded design studies of the next generation ICBM. Reports say that this new generation missile will integrate the latest &amp; most efficient features like those of Agni-V MkII. A6 can defeat all kind of ABM Shields currently operationa.

Report's few media's
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Two Hyderabad-based firms have teamed up to build India’s 1st ‘Dual Stealth Drone’ Wrapped in Nanotech Cloak. The drone will use RAMA, a nanotech stealth coating that absorbs radar & infrared, adapts to heat, and hides drones in GPS- & RF-denied areas.

Two Hyderabad-based firms have teamed up to build India’s 1st ‘Dual Stealth Drone’ Wrapped in Nanotech Cloak.

The drone will use RAMA, a nanotech stealth coating that absorbs radar &amp; infrared, adapts to heat, and hides drones in GPS- &amp; RF-denied areas.
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Project Kusha,s S band Long Range Battle Management radar has more than 500 Km range. Uses GaN TRMs. Axicades won the contract for supplying Digital Beam Forming units. May be they will supply S-Band TRMs for this Radar.

Project Kusha,s S band Long Range Battle Management radar has more than 500 Km range. Uses GaN TRMs. Axicades won the contract for supplying Digital Beam Forming units. May be they will supply S-Band TRMs for this Radar.