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Is ‘Make in India’ Delivering Faster Results Than Imports in Defence?

Is ‘Make in India’ Delivering Faster Results Than Imports in Defence? A 2025 Evidence-Based Review The transformation of India’s defence sector in the past five years has raised a critical question: Is the “Make in India” model actually enabling faster, better and more resilient military modernization compared to legacy import-driven procurement? In 2025, as new […]

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Beyond Big Defence: Private Industry & MSMEs Powering India’s Military Supply Chain

Beyond Big Defence: Private Industry & MSMEs Powering India’s Military Supply Chain in 2025 India’s “Make in India” defence story isn’t just being written by giants like DRDO or HAL. In 2025, a thriving network of MSMEs, startups, and private-sector pioneers is powering the gears of India’s nextgen arsenal—supplying components, electronics, software, advanced materials, and

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India’s Indigenous 350 km SAM

Project Kusha: India’s Indigenous 350 km SAM – A Gamechanger in Air Defence As regional tensions simmer along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and Line of Control (LoC), the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is accelerating Project Kusha—India’s most ambitious long-range surface-to-air missile program. Set for induction by 2028, Project Kusha is engineered

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Indian Beyond Visual Range (BVR) Missiles

Indian Beyond Visual Range (BVR) Missiles: Extending Aerial Combat Reach Beyond Visual Range (BVR) missiles are a transformative class of air-to-air weapons designed to engage targets at distances greater than the pilot’s visual range—typically over 20 nautical miles (37 km). These missiles provide a critical advantage in modern aerial warfare by allowing fighters to detect,

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Pralay Missile Accomplishes Key Trials: India Unveils Next-Gen Deterrence

In a significant boost to India’s cross-service deterrence, DRDO announced the successful completion of two critical flight trials for its Pralay quasi-ballistic missile. These tests—one at minimum, one at maximum range—have proven the system’s full envelope, paving the way for its induction into the Army, Navy, and Air Force. The Pralay, with its precision strike

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DRDO and Indian Armed Forces Fast-Track Innovations to Counter Low-Cost Threats

DRDO’s Next-Gen Systems: India’s Answer to Asymmetric Threats The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), in partnership with India’s military, is accelerating 28 forward-looking indigenous systems to counteract low-cost asymmetric threats. Among these are laser-guided bombs, anti-drone munitions, and modular swarm-defense platforms, representing game-changing tactics for a rapidly evolving battlespace. Placeholder: DRDO’s indigenous defence systems

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HAL and India’s Fighter Aircraft Production Journey

Introduction: The Legacy of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is the backbone of India’s aerospace and defence industry. Established in 1940 in Bangalore as Hindustan Aircraft Limited by industrialist Walchand Hirachand, the company played a pivotal role in India’s aviation even before independence. During World War II, HAL serviced Allied aircraft. After

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What is DRDO? Role, Vision & Achievements Explained

What is DRDO? Role, Vision & Achievements Explained Updated: August 5, 2025 The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is India’s premier agency under the Ministry of Defence responsible for developing defense technologies and systems for the Indian Armed Forces. Established in 1958, DRDO has grown to include over 50 laboratories across the country. DRDO

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AMCA: India’s 5th Generation Fighter Jet Program Explained

Air Power • Stealth Fighters In this article Why India Needs AMCA Development Timeline Key Features Planned Variants Infographic: 5th-Gen Fighters Challenges Ahead Strategic Importance Future Outlook FAQs India is pushing for self-reliance in defence. A centrepiece of that vision is the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). The program is led by ADA under DRDO,

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