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Delhi-based VEDA Aeronautics is preparing to bid for the Indian Army’s newly approved jet-based kamikaze drone procurement program, a critical component of the ₹52,000 crore defence modernisation package cleared by the Defence Acquisition Council.This move positions VEDA as a leading contender in India’s push for indigenous, high-speed loitering munitions designed for precision strike and swarm warfare.VEDA Aeronautics, a defence start-up headquartered in Delhi, has already established credibility through its delivery of the Sureshastra MK-1 jet-powered swarm drones to the Indian Air Force.These drones, developed under the Mehar Baba Swarm Drone program, are designed for long-range precision strikes and swarm coordination,…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated CG Power & Industrial Solutions Ltd.’s new semiconductor unit in Sanand, Gujarat, operated by CG Semi Pvt. Ltd., which has begun production with an annual capacity of 200 million chips and aims to scale up to 5 billion chips per year.This milestone strengthens India’s semiconductor ecosystem and positions the country as a rising player in the global supply chain.The new semiconductor unit in Sanand represents one of India’s first large-scale Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) facilities. Operated by CG Semi Pvt. Ltd., a joint venture between CG Power & Industrial Solutions, Renesas Electronics…

Every year on 6 July, the world observes World Tibet Day to honour the resilience of the Tibetan people and highlight their ongoing freedom struggle. First observed in 1997 in Chicago, the idea was conceptualised by historian Richard Rosenkranz and the Dalai Lama’s younger brother, Tendzin Choegyal. The day coincides with the birthday of the 14th Dalai Lama, who is regarded as the symbol of the Tibetan cause. World Tibet Day is more than a symbolic observance. It reminds the world that Tibet remains an unresolved political issue. Since its annexation, Tibet has undergone profound political, cultural, and demographic distortions.…

The Ministry of External Affairs has underlined that defence cooperation with Indonesia remains a central pillar of bilateral relations, though discussions are still at a preparatory stage.This clarification came amid questions regarding the possibility of additional supplies of the BrahMos missile system. Secretary (East) Rubendra Tandon emphasised that defence cooperation is an important aspect of the partnership with Indonesia, but stressed that it is premature to go into details before the Prime Minister’s departure, as talks are still in preparatory phases.On the issue of uranium supplies from Australia, Joint Secretary (Oceania) Vishwesh Negi explained that India and Australia already have…

India’s envoy to China, Vikram Doraiswami, firmly rejected comparisons with Pakistan over mediation in the West Asia conflict, stressing that India’s global integration and economic strength set it apart. He emphasised that mediation is a sovereign choice and suggested India would not step into the already crowded diplomatic space at present.India’s Ambassador to China, Vikram Doraiswami, made the remarks while speaking at the World Peace Forum in Beijing, organised by Tsinghua University. Responding to a question from a Chinese journalist about India’s global leadership role and Pakistan’s reported attempts to mediate in the Iran–US conflict, Doraiswami said that equating India…

Rear Admiral C Raghuram, VSM (Retd.), has formally assumed charge as Chairman and Managing Director of Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) in Visakhapatnam with effect from 2 July. His appointment marks a significant leadership transition at one of India’s most important defence public sector shipyards, which plays a central role in naval shipbuilding and repair.Commissioned into the Indian Navy on 10 November 1989, Rear Admiral Chandrasekharan Raghuram brings with him more than three and a half decades of experience in naval engineering, ship maintenance, strategic planning and leadership.His career has spanned afloat operations, shore establishments, and senior command appointments, giving him…

The Government of India has launched the Modified UDAN scheme with a ₹28,840 crore allocation, aiming to transform regional aviation over the next decade by developing 100 aerodromes, 200 helipads, and supporting indigenous aircraft procurement.This initiative is expected to boost connectivity, tourism, and economic growth in Tier‑2 and Tier‑3 cities while strengthening domestic aerospace manufacturing.The Modified UDAN scheme spans from FY 2026‑27 to FY 2035‑36 with a total budgetary outlay of ₹28,840 crore. It is designed to enhance regional air connectivity, particularly in underserved and unserved areas, while supporting affordable air travel for citizens.The scheme also aligns with the government’s…

Britain, Italy, and Japan have awarded a £4.6 billion contract to Edgewing, a joint venture of BAE Systems, Leonardo, and Japan Aircraft Industrial Enhancement, to advance the Global Combat Air Program (GCAP).This milestone secures the next phase of development for a sixth‑generation stealth fighter, targeted for service entry in 2035, and strengthens trilateral defence cooperation while opening the door to potential new partners.The UK government confirmed the contract on Friday, marking a decisive step forward after nine months of delays caused by budgetary constraints. Britain has now committed £8.6 billion over four years to GCAP under its Defence Investment Plan,…

Boeing currently sources over $1.3 billion worth of advanced components and services annually from India, relying on a growing network of more than 375 local suppliers.This procurement strategy is anchored by the Boeing India team, which operates from a $200 million technology campus in Bangalore.The facility plays a central role in supplying critical Aerostructures and avionics for Boeing’s global aircraft programmes, reinforcing India’s position in the international aerospace supply chain.Local Make in India initiatives have successfully transitioned many Indian manufacturers from basic build‑to‑print tasks to high‑value design and systems integration. This evolution reflects India’s growing capability in advanced aerospace engineering.Approximately…

India has once again reiterated that the Indus Waters Treaty will remain suspended until Pakistan credibly and irrevocably halts its sponsorship of cross‑border terrorism.The statement was delivered by Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs, during a media briefing on Friday, 3 July 2026.His remarks came in response to a recent international conference convened in Pakistan, where Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar described the treaty as essential for “regional peace, stability and cooperation.”The Indian government’s position is that the treaty, signed in 1960 under the spirit of goodwill and friendship, cannot continue while Pakistan undermines…