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Pentagon signs deals with 8 major tech companies, including OpenAI, Google and SpaceX, to deploy AI on classified military networks, Anthropic remains blacklisted

OpIndia Staff - 1 May, 2026

The U.S. Department of Defense, now referred to as the War Department, announced on Friday that it has signed agreements with eight leading artificial...

Government and Policy

Fifth Nilgiri class Stealth Frigate INS Dunagiri delivered to the Indian Navy, fourth ship INS Taragiri to be commissioned on Friday

OpIndia Staff - 1 April, 2026

In a significant boost to India's self-reliance in defence manufacturing, the Indian Navy received the indigenous stealth frigate INS Dunagiri on March 30, 2026,...

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US Defence Secretary Hegseth’s broker sought to invest millions in defence companies before Iran attack, says report. Read how US has been trying to...

Rukma Rathore - 31 March, 2026

Hegseth's department was preparing to execute an attack on Iran while his broker tried to make the investment in defence fund.

Government and Policy

Major boost to defence sector: Modi govt approves acquisition of S-400 systems, strike drones, transport planes, Dhanush guns and other equipment worth ₹2.38 crore

OpIndia Staff - 28 March, 2026

The Indian government has approved military purchases worth ₹2.38 lakh crore to significantly bolster its air defense and transport capabilities.

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First Made In India marine engine for Navy being developed by Kirloskar Oil Engines, ‘on track’ to be ready by April 2028

OpIndia Staff - 24 February, 2026

“We received the contract for the engine – 6 MW V12 engine – in April 2025, and as per our contract, we are supposed to deliver it by April 2028; that is what is in writing, and that is what we have to do,” Sahai added.

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Modi govt awards Padma Shri to Satyanarayan Nuwal: Read how the weapon systems of his company, Solar Industries, were successfully battle-tested during Operation...

Rukma Rathore - 26 January, 2026

Solar Industries is currently one of India's key private-sector partners in strategic weapons manufacturing for multiple Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)-made missiles, such as Pralay, Pinaka, Akash and other guided weapon systems. It is also a major supplier of solid rocket motors and propulsion systems.

Government and Policy

India set to be the first country to use ramjet-powered artillery shells capable of hitting targets over 80 km away at Mach 3 speed

OpIndia Staff - 3 January, 2026

In a landmark achievement underscoring India's push for self-reliance in defence technology, the Indian Army is on track to become the world's first military...

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