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The Indian Army has successfully deployed a 4kW Direct Energy Weapon (DEW) system along the Line of Control (LoC) as part of its counter-UAV grid, effectively neutralizing swarm drones deployed by Pakistan forces to target civilian areas and military installations. The induction of this indigenous system, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), marks a significant advancement in India’s air defence capabilities amid escalating tensions.

The 4kW DEW system, mounted on a mobile platform, uses focused electromagnetic energy to disable or destroy small drones, including those equipped with surveillance or explosive payloads. Its recent deployment showcased its effectiveness when it successfully took out Turkish-made drones used by Pakistan during a recent conflict, demonstrating India’s ability to counter sophisticated aerial threats at a lower cost compared to traditional missile-based systems. This capability was particularly critical following incidents where swarm drones targeted civilian zones and military outposts, prompting an urgent need for innovative countermeasures.

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The Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM) delegation was warmly received today by Mr. Jorge Tamarit Degenhardt, CEO of Eurofighter Typhoon, at the company’s chalet during the Paris Air Show 2025. The meeting, held amidst the global aerospace showcase, focused on key policy issues, the Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP), and prospects for enhanced collaboration through indigenisation, reflecting India’s growing emphasis on self-reliance in defense manufacturing.

Discussions highlighted the potential role of the Eurofighter Typhoon in bolstering India’s aerospace capabilities and meeting its strategic requirements. The Typhoon, a twin-engine, multirole fighter jet developed by a consortium of Airbus, BAE Systems, and Leonardo, has been proposed to the Indian Air Force (IAF) under the Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) tender for 110 jets. This tender, part of India’s ambitious plan to modernize its air force and address a critical squadron shortfall, underscores the IAF’s need for advanced 4.5-generation fighters to replace aging fleets like the MiG-21s, Jaguars, and Mirage 2000s.

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Paris, France, June 18, 2025: Spanish defence giant Indra and Indian technology firm AXISCADES Technologies Limited announced a landmark strategic agreement at the Paris Air Show on June 16, 2025, to manufacture advanced aerospace and defence solutions in India. The collaboration marks a significant step toward enhancing India’s self-reliance in defence manufacturing under the “Make in India” initiative.

Under the agreement, AXISCADES will produce a range of Indra’s cutting-edge defence systems, including antennas for Tactical Air Navigation Systems (TACAN) and Distance Measuring Equipment (DME) critical for aircraft navigation. Additionally, the partnership will focus on manufacturing countermeasure systems designed to safeguard aircraft from missile attacks, including threats from Man-Portable Air-Defense Systems (MANPADS). These systems are vital for enhancing the operational safety of India’s growing air force and naval aviation assets.

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In a proud moment for India’s defense sector, Dhanbad-based Weintel Labs Private Limited has successfully delivered indigenous kamikaze drones to the Indian Army, cementing its place as a rising star in the nation’s push for self-reliant defense technology. This achievement not only highlights the growing capabilities of India’s private defense industry but also transforms Dhanbad, traditionally known as the “Coal Capital of India,” into a hub for cutting-edge defense innovation.

The kamikaze drones, also known as loitering munitions, are designed to loiter over a target area, identify threats, and execute precision strikes by crashing into their targets with explosive payloads. These drones are a critical addition to the Indian Army’s arsenal, offering enhanced tactical flexibility for surveillance, reconnaissance, and targeted strikes, particularly in challenging terrains along India’s borders. The development aligns with the government’s “Aatmanirbhar Bharat” initiative, which emphasizes indigenous design, development, and manufacturing to reduce reliance on foreign defense imports.

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Pakistan’s military leadership has once again found itself at the center of controversy with outlandish claims about cyber prowess, drawing widespread skepticism and amusement. Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir, dubbed “Failed Marshal” by critics, recently asserted that Pakistani cyber hackers made electricity “disappear” across India and opened the spillways of Indian dams on May 10. The statement, met with laughter and derision, contrasts sharply with available data, which shows India’s power grid recorded its highest availability rate in five months on that date, while riverine data indicates dam outflows were among the lowest for May.

Adding to the absurdity, Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has made yet another bizarre claim, alleging that Islamabad’s “cyber warriors”—described by him as mere children—successfully switched off floodlights at an Indian cricket stadium during an Indian Premier League (IPL) match. Speaking in the Pakistani assembly, Asif boasted, “India does not understand that all of this is entirely Pakistan’s indigenous technology. Our cyber warriors shut off the lights in India and got an IPL match suspended, opened dam waters…all these cyber attacks were done by our kids only.” The remarks appear to reference the May 8 IPL match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals in Dharamshala, which was halted due to a technical power failure, later attributed to regional issues rather than any cyber intrusion.