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Reliance Defence has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Germany’s Diehl Defence to manufacture Vulcano 155mm precision-guided munitions in India. A new facility in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, will support this production, aligning with the government’s Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat goals. The partnership could generate ₹10,000 crore in revenue and marks Reliance’s fourth major global defence collaboration. With over 50% indigenous value addition, the deal strengthens India’s defence.

Ahmedabad is emerging as a significant spacetech hub in India, fueled by startups founded by former ISRO engineers. These ventures, including SatLeo Labs and PierSight, have collectively raised $5.3 million, attracting substantial initial investments. Their innovations in thermal imaging, SAR technology, and satellite propulsion are poised to revolutionize commercial space applications, supported by a conducive ecosystem and IN-SPACE.

Solar Defence and Aerospace (SDAL) successfully tested Bhargavastra, a low-cost counter-drone system, at the Gopalpur firing range. The system uses micro rockets to neutralize drone swarms, marking progress in India’s drone defense capabilities. Prime Minister Modi reviewed indigenous defence projects, including the Nagastra-3 loitering munition, highlighting advancements in India’s defence technology.

Elon Musk’s Starlink has reportedly cleared a significant regulatory barrier for its entry into the Indian market. According to a report by The Economic Times, the company has obtained a Letter of Intent (LoI) for a license from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to provide satellite internet in the country.