Defence Research and Development Organisation

DRDO develops 'Ultra Swachh' for disinfection of PPEs, electronic items, fabrics

The Ultra Swachh comes in two variants namely Ozonated Space and Trinetra Technology.

Jun 01, 2020, 18:37 PM IST

DRDO develops DRUVS to sanitise electronic gadgets, papers, currency notes

It provides 360-degree exposure of UVC to the objects placed inside the cabinet. Once the sanitisation is done, the system goes in sleep mode hence the operator need not wait or stand near the device.

May 10, 2020, 18:58 PM IST

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Gujarat Cargo of Karachi-bound ship detained, being inspected

Government sources have revealed that a team of intelligence agencies, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) scientists and customs officials are inspecting suspected equipment on a Karachi-bound merchant vessel that has been found on Gujarat's Kandla port. Customs sources, about the nature of the cargo and reasons for unloading, claimed the Karachi-bound ship bearing Hong Kong flag was detained after some suspicious cargo was found on board.

Feb 19, 2020, 08:36 AM IST

DRDO’s Air Independent Propulsion system gets boost with operation of land-based prototype

Defence Ministry said that AIP, which is fuel-based, has merits in performance compared to other technologies and the DRDO's programme to build a fuel cell-based AIP system for Indian Naval Submarines has crossed several stages.

Oct 30, 2019, 19:31 PM IST

DRDO successfully test-fires indigenously-developed 500 kg inertially guided bomb in Rajasthan's Pokhran

The bomb hit its target at 30 km with high precision.

May 24, 2019, 16:50 PM IST

Mission Shakti: US 'takes note' after India conducts anti-satellite missile test

The US says its concern over space debris remain but has noted India's statements on the matter.

Mar 28, 2019, 07:43 AM IST

DRDO develops 'combat drugs' to reduce casualties in Pulwama type attacks, warfare

Citing the February 14 terror attack in Pulwama where 40 CRPF soldiers were killed, they said the medicines could have brought down the death toll.

Mar 11, 2019, 23:07 PM IST

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DNA: Non Stop News, January, 24, 2019

This segment of DNA brings to you important stories of the day. Watch this video for more info.

Jan 24, 2019, 22:22 PM IST

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Deshhit: Countdown for PSLV-C44 Mission begins

The first mission of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in 2019 will put Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO's) Microsat-R satellite and the first student-made payload Kalamsat into the outerspace on Thursday. Watch this video to know more.

Jan 24, 2019, 21:50 PM IST

Tejas fighter to get indigenous Laser Designator Pod to target the enemy

Laser Designator Pods will exponentially increase the attack and fighting capabilities of the Tejas fighter, which has already joined the Indian Air Force.

Jan 22, 2019, 14:22 PM IST

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Morning Breaking: New coastal research vessel SAGAR TARA launched

Titagarh Wagons Ltd, the flagship company of the Titagarh Group, has launched the first of the coastal research vessels, ‘Sagar Tara’. The vessel was built for the National Institute of Ocean Technology under the Union Ministry of Earth Sciences.

Dec 26, 2018, 09:00 AM IST

India's T 90 tanks to have safety gear enabling crew to operate underwater for 45 mins

IUWBA will be used by the crew of Tanks as a safety gear which is required for emergency situations during deep fording.

Sep 19, 2018, 15:07 PM IST

India successfully completes Smart Anti-Airfield Weapon tests for eighth time

The indigenously developed weapon is designed to destroy runways and other airfield infrastructure, so adversarial war planes are unable to even take-off.

Aug 19, 2018, 23:02 PM IST

Yet another milestone for LCA Tejas towards certification for final operational clearance

Integration of Derby, a BVR class missile is one of the major objectives of Final Operational Clearance (FOC) of LCA Tejas.

Apr 28, 2018, 14:53 PM IST

DefExpo 2018: DRDO to showcase LCA Tejas, Main Battle Tank Arjun MK-II, Nirbhay missile

There will be live demo during the April 11–14, 2018 expo of LCA Tejas, MBT Arjun MK-II, ARRV, T-72 Trawl, T-72 Bridge Layer Tank, Wheeled Armoured Platform, Mobile Surveillance System and ATAGS.

Apr 11, 2018, 11:51 AM IST

DRDO invites applicants for the posts of Technician Apprentice – Here are the details

The job location is Baleshwar and the last date to submit the applications is March 28, 2018.

Feb 28, 2018, 16:34 PM IST

India successfully conducts night trial of indigenously developed nuclear capable Prithvi-II missile

Prithvi-II missile has a strike range of 350 km.

Feb 21, 2018, 23:58 PM IST

Centre pulls plug on $500 million Israeli missile deal, asks DRDO for home-grown weapons

Centre's effort to boost development of indigenous weapon system for the Army took an interesting turn after the Defence ministry canceled a $500 million Spike Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM) missile deal with Israel.

Nov 20, 2017, 10:34 AM IST

CRPF sends 21, 000 plastic bullets to Kashmir to reduce pellets usage

The bullets, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and manufactured by the Ordnance factory based in Pune, can be fitted in the AK series of assault rifles and will be an alternative to the much-criticised pellet shotguns.

Oct 07, 2017, 17:26 PM IST