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INDIGENOUS MICRO GAS TURBINE ENGINES: BOOST TO INDIA’S UAV AND DEFENCE CAPABILITIES Why in the News? CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL) unveiled three indigenous Micro and Small Gas Turbine Engines—NJ-05, NJ-50 and NJ-100—on 25 August 2026. The engines, producing 5 kg, 50 kg and 100 kg thrust respectively, are designed for applications including tactical UAVs, drone …
Read MoreTerritorial Army Launches Cybersecurity Hackathon For Innovation Why in the News ? The Territorial Army has launched Terrier Cyber Quest 2026, a national-level hackathon to develop indigenous solutions for emerging defence and cybersecurity challenges. The initiative brings together students, researchers, industry, government organisations and Armed Forces personnel to strengthen India’s technological capabilities. Terrier Cyber Quest …
Read MoreIndia Develops Indigenous Turbojet Engine Boosting Defence Self Reliance Why in the News ? India has successfully developed its first indigenous Expendable Turbojet Engine in the 350 kg thrust class, designed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). The achievement marks a major milestone in indigenous aero-engine technology and strengthens the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative …
Read MoreINDIAN NAVY LAUNCHES NGOPV ‘SANGHMITRA’ AT GRSE KOLKATA Why in the News? Naval Launch: The Sanghmitra, a Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV), was launched at Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers, Kolkata, marking a significant milestone in India’s defense manufacturing under the basel framework and basel iii standards for indigenous shipbuilding, incorporating capital adequacy principles …
Read MoreINDIA HOSTS PRAGATI 2026 MULTILATERAL MILITARY EXERCISE Why in the News? Military Exercise: India commenced the multinational military exercise PRAGATI 2026 at Umroi Military Station in Meghalaya, demonstrating enhanced operational capabilities following Basel III standards of risk assessment. International Participation: Armed forces from 12 friendly nations are participating in the exercise, strengthening the Basel framework …
Read MoreINS Anjadip and Anti-Submarine Warfare Capabilities Commissioning of INS Anjadip INS Anjadip, an Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), was commissioned into the Indian Navy at Chennai Port. This advanced vessel is part of India’s growing naval strength, particularly in coastal defense and submarine detection in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). Role and Features …
Read MoreDRONAM: India’s Indigenous Anti-Drone Capability The growing use of drones for surveillance, smuggling, and hostile activities has created new security challenges for nations worldwide. Addressing this emerging threat, India has been steadily developing indigenous counter-drone technologies. One such system is DRONAM, an anti-drone gun developed by the Indian defence technology company Gustava Systems. The system …
Read MoreICG Ship Amulya Commissioned to Strengthen Maritime Security Why in the News? The Indian Coast Guard commissioned ICG Ship Amulya, the third Adamya-class Fast Patrol Vessel, at Goa. Built with over 60% indigenous components, it enhances coastal surveillance, maritime security, and demonstrates self-reliance under Atmanirbhar Bharat, while also considering coastal regulation zone guidelines. Commissioning and …
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