India advances quantum computing capability with indigenous cryogenic initiative

IANS | September 27, 2026 3:18 PM

New Delhi, Sep 27 (IANS) In a major boost to India's quantum technology ambitions, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has entered into its first high-value deep-tech project agreement under the Technology Development Fund (TDF) scheme with Zero mK India Private Limited, a startup based in Alwar, Rajasthan.

Rs 60 cr to Rs 4,000 cr revenue: Drone Federation chief credits Make in India and PLI programs for robust growth

IANS | September 25, 2026 6:25 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) Hailing the government’s push for indigenising drone manufacturing under the Drone Rules Policy 2021 and accelerating the growth of the drone ecosystem with schemes like Production Linked Incentives (PLI), the Drone Federation chief said on Friday that revenue from the sector has grown from Rs 60 crore in 2021 to Rs 4,000 crore in 2025.

'Made in UP' BrahMos missiles giving Pakistan sleepless nights: HM Amit Shah

IANS | September 25, 2026 3:21 PM

Greater Noida, Sep 25 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday hailed Uttar Pradesh's contribution in defence production and stated that BrahMos missiles and AK-203 assault rifles, being manufactured in the state, are giving "sleepless nights" to Pakistan and Naxalism, respectively.