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Indian Navy to Boost Surveillance With MQ-9 Drones, C-295 Aircraft
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Indian Navy to Boost Surveillance With MQ-9 Drones, C-295 Aircraft

Boosting Surveillance Capabilities The Indian Navy will improve its surveillance competencies with the induction of indigenous aircraft, said Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Tripathi on 18 th December 2025. Speaking to ANI, Admiral Tripathi was of the opinion that the Navy is receiving 31 MQ-9 drones, with 15 for the Navy and 8 each for the Army and Air Force. He added that the Navy is also teaming up with the Coast Guard to obtain the C-295 base aircraft. Also, Admiral Tripathi said the Navy is considering acquiring 6 additional P-8I aircraft to meet its total need of 27. "We need 31 MQ-9s, 15 for the Navy and 8 each for the Army and Air Force... We are looking forward to their induction in 3 or 4 years.   Parallelly, we are looking at one more indigenous case, in which we have teamed up with the Coast Guard for the base aircraft, the C-295. We want to induct 15 medium-range maritime reconnaissance aircraft, and the Coast Guard wants to induct 9 triple MA aircraft. Furthermore, we are considering inducting 6 more P-8Is, as the total requirement is 27. We have gaps in that sense... That case is also progressing,". MH-60R 'Osprey' Squadron Commissioned The Indian Navy commissioned its second MH-60R helicopter squadron, INAS 335, at INS Hansa, Goa, in the presence of Adm Dinesh K Tripathi. Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi said that the squadron will add great value to combat readiness and improve the Navy's anti-submarine warfare competence. "Today is a significant day for us and for the Navy that we have commissioned INAS 335 'Osprey', the first operational squadron. One squadron we commissioned in March 2024 in Cochin was the training squadron. This new squadron will add prodigious value to the combat readiness of our surface platforms at sea because it will improve anti-submarine warfare capability, anti-surface warfare capability, maritime domain awareness capability and will also be a deterrent to any platforms, particularly the surface and subsurface platforms of our adversary," the Navy Chief told ANI. Details on the MH-60R Platform He also praised the MH-60R helicopters and expressed enthusiasm about the new deal with the US to procure 24 extra helicopters. "MH-60R is a very potent platform. We are very content that we signed the contract for the induction of 24 MH-60R," he said. The MH-60R is an all-weather, day-and-night-capable helicopter designed for Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW), Anti-Surface Warfare, Search and Rescue, Medical Evacuation, and Vertical Replenishment. These helicopters will augment the Indian Navy's integral aviation competencies on the Western Seaboard. Source: MSN

Saheel Singh 22 Dec 2025
Lakhpati Didi and Namo Drone Didi Schemes Make Women Self-Reliant in Gujarat
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Lakhpati Didi and Namo Drone Didi Schemes Make Women Self-Reliant in Gujarat

With an unwavering commitment to authorizing citizens through good governance, the state government has consistently been proactive, launching several initiatives to guarantee that expansion reaches even the remotest areas and to strengthen women's participation in India's development journey. Under the guidance of the Prime Minister, the Government launched the Lakhpati Didi Yojana in 2023 to financially empower three crore women by 2027. In Gujarat, under the leadership of CM Bhupendra Patel, the scheme has been efficiently implemented, resulting in 5.96 lakh women attaining annual incomes of more than Rs 1 lakh by December 2025 and known as Gujarat's Lakhpati Didis. The CM stated that, guided by the PM's vision, Gujarat has accepted several successful initiatives to strengthen women's empowerment. He added that with the effective implementation of the Lakhpati Didi scheme, the state is well-positioned to enable 10 lakh women to become Lakhpati Didis in the near future. Kankuben Garva from Kutch Earns an Annual Income of Over 10 lakhs The Gujrat government has implemented the Lakhpati Didi programme at the grassroots, resulting in a transformative impact on women's incomes. Kankuben Garva comes from a family traditionally engaged in handicrafts. Through her contribution to the Saras Mela, she expanded the platform for showcasing Kutch handicrafts, creating new market prospects. With support from a Rs 1.5 lakh Community Investment and a Rs 4 lakh cash credit loan, she opened a shop by mobilizing other women from her self-help group. Today, her products are promoted beyond the state, and she continues to scale up her initiative through sales on prominent online platforms, for example, Amazon. Earning more than Rs 10 lakh, Kankuben attributes her success largely to the constant support from the state government under the Livelihood Mission. Bhavanaben Gains a New Identity Through the Namo Drone Didi Yojana Bhavanaben Bharatkumar Chaudhary, of Kankrej taluka of Banaskantha district, has earned a different identity in the region as a Drone Didi. Educated up to the bachelor's level, she is engaged in animal husbandry and agriculture. Selected under the Namo Drone Didi Yojana, she received specialized training in pesticide spraying using drones and is now extensively recognized as a Drone Didi across Kankrej taluka. While continuing to live and work in her village, she is realizing her aspirations and motivating other women to become Aatmanirbhar. Under the Namo Drone Didi Yojana, women aged 18-60 years, with a Class 10 qualification, are qualified to train and work as drone pilots. Identification of over 10 lakh potential Lakhpati Didis in Gujarat At present, trained Community Resource Persons in the state have identified 10.74 lakh women with the potential to become Lakhpati Didis. To systematically capture details of their prevailing livelihood activities, accessible resources, spending and income, the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, has developed a Digital Livelihood Register. On the basis of data from the Digital Livelihood Register, the recognized Lakhpati Didis are getting need-based support, including training, assets, monetary assistance and marketing support. How does the Lakhpati Didi scheme Work? The scheme supports rural women related to self-help groups in starting income-generating activities to help them earn Rs 1 lakh or more annually. Women can start businesses in agriculture, animal husbandry, handicrafts and other nearby pertinent sectors. To enable this, several government schemes offer support through training, monetary assistance and market linkages, allowing sustained income growth. As stated by the guidelines of the Central Government, income calculation for a Lakhpati Didi comprises the following details: * Total annual income from agriculture and related activities. * Income from non-farm activities, manufacturing, trading and services. * Income of any family member, salaried/employed. * Income received from farm and non-farm labour work. * Monetary Amounts received through the assistance of government schemes. * Income earned through commissions and honorary salaries. Training of more than 10,000 Community Resource Persons by 248 Master Trainers. To guarantee the successful application of the scheme, the Gujarat government has taken more than a few steps. At the taluka level, 248 Master Trainers have been chosen, who have trained over 10,000 Community Resource Persons to date. These CRPs will support women related to self-help groups. Throughout this process, data are frequently updated in the Digital Livelihood Register, enabling effective monitoring and the provision of training, monetary support, and market linkages to women entrepreneurs.  Source: AWAZ

Saheel Singh 22 Dec 2025
ideaForge and C-DAC Collaborate to Deploy Drones for Faster Emergency Response
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ideaForge and C-DAC Collaborate to Deploy Drones for Faster Emergency Response

ideaForge Technology Limited has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC). This partnership will integrate drone technology into India’s emergency response network, improving the efficacy of Dial 112 services and advancing research in next-gen drones, semiconductor and data-driven technologies. Partnership to Enhance Emergency Response Through Drone Technology   The strategic partnership will combine ideaForge’s FLYGHT platform, a ready-to-deploy Drone-as-a-Service solution, with C-DAC’s Emergency Response Support System. ERSS allows citizens to access emergency services, such as police, fire and medical assistance, through a single nationwide number. With India’s average emergency response time nearing 20 minutes, deploying drones as rapid first responders will significantly improve efficiency. FLYGHT drones can be dispatched ahead of ground teams to deliver instantaneous situational consciousness, speed up threat assessment and improve both responder and citizen safety, even in challenging traffic or terrain conditions. FLYGHT Platform: On-Demand Drone Services for Public Safety The FLYGHT platform lets government agencies and organizations access drone capabilities without owning hardware, managing software, or training specialized personnel. Its scalable and flexible pay-per-use model makes drone acceptance more accessible for state agencies and public safety departments. Beyond emergency response, FLYGHT drones are already deployed for: Traffic monitoring and management Urban disaster assessment Infrastructure and asset inspection Sanitation and environmental inspection Public safety and security operations Collaborative Innovation in Deep-Tech and UAV Research The MoU also lays the groundwork for joint research and innovation between ideaForge and C-DAC. Key areas of collaboration include: Assessment and integration of the indigenous VEGA processor into UAV platforms. Expansion of VEGA-based system-on-chip (SoC) architectures for flight control systems. Research into autonomous swarm drones, AI-led analytics and cutting-edge computing applications. Both organizations will work together on research, development and training programs, aimed at quickening India’s deep-tech ecosystem and endorsing indigenous innovation.   Leadership Insights on the Collaboration Sachin Pukale, AGM, Product Management at ideaForge, stated :   “Integrating FLYGHT with ERSS will allow Automated Aerial Dispatch of drones, reaching incidents within minutes and providing critical situational consciousness to ground responders. This association demonstrates our commitment to leveraging indigenous technology to improve national security and public welfare.”   The C-DAC team added: “This partnership lets us harness drone-generated data for faster, data-driven decision-making in emergencies. Together, we ensure that drone data is efficiently processed, analyzed and secured, allowing AI-led analytics, autonomous operations and instantaneous situational awareness.”   Supporting India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat Vision   The collaboration aligns with India’s priorities of secure digital infrastructure, data sovereignty, and indigenous technology development. By integrating aerial intelligence with secure computing frameworks, the partnership ensures that drones are operationally effective while adhering to national security and public safety standards.   This initiative will accelerate the acceptance of drones in emergency response, advance India’s deep-tech capabilities and support the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat by endorsing scalable, secure and indigenous technology solutions.   Source: BIS Infotech

Saheel Singh 19 Dec 2025
Drone Tech Contributing to National Security, Agriculture and Smart City Needs, Says Expert
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Drone Tech Contributing to National Security, Agriculture and Smart City Needs, Says Expert

Drone technology and the continuing research are contributing a lot to national security, agricultural modernization, and smart city development, said Dr. K. Krishna Naik, Department of ECE, Indian Institute of Information Technology, Design and Manufacturing, Kurnool, while delivering a lecture at a national-level workshop on ‘Drone technology on December 15, 2025. Lecturing the students, Dr Naik said that crop health analysis, water resource mapping, traffic monitoring, and border surveillance can be carried out at a lower cost and in less time using drones. He stressed that students who acquire skills in drone hardware design, embedded systems and communication protocols would find outstanding prospects in the industry. He also stressed the necessity for consciousness of safety norms, DGCA guidelines, flight permissions, and no-fly zones. “By aligning academic research with industry requirements, students can explore not only job prospects but also venture into a start-up,” he added. The week-long workshop is being organized under the aegis of the Department of Computer Science, Vikrama Simhapuri University at its Kakatur campus. University Vice Chancellor Prof. Allam Srinivasa Rao said that in the current era of rapid technological progression, the importance of drone technology is increasing day by day. Keeping in view the imminent Drone City in Kurnool, the Vice Chancellor directed the faculty of the Department of Computer Science to initiate M.Sc. programmes in ‘Drones and IoT’ to generate a skilled workforce capable of efficiently using the emerging prospects in this domain. Source: The Hindu

Saheel Singh 19 Dec 2025
Madhya Pradesh Looks to Become Drone Manufacturing Hub with New Policy
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Madhya Pradesh Looks to Become Drone Manufacturing Hub with New Policy

The Madhya Pradesh government has introduced the MP Drone Promotion and Utilization Policy 2025, aiming to boost drone manufacturing and its application across agriculture, logistics, security and governance. The policy offers incentives, including a 40% subsidy, up to Rs. 30 crores for new investments, and a 25% subsidy on lease rents for 3 years. Additional provisions include Rs. 2 crores in R&D grants, skill development incentives under the Seekho-Kamao Yojana, and a waiver of stamp duty and registration fees for industrial land leases. Patent filing, with the government covering Rs. 5 lakhs for domestic patents and Rs. 10 lakhs for international patents, is also supported by this policy. There can be an investment of Rs. 370 crores in the sector over the next five years in Madhya Pradesh, resulting in the creation of 8,000 jobs.  Madhya Pradesh aims to become a leader in the drone industry by harnessing drone technology to attain improved efficiency, cost reduction, and innovation. The state envisions using drones for precision agriculture, including crop monitoring and pesticide spraying, to increase productivity. Drones can augment surveying and mapping, while also reducing costs in logistics and infrastructure. Drones will also be used in surveillance, traffic monitoring, disaster management and law enforcement. With 90% of Indian airspace designated as a "Green Zone" for drone operations, the sector is poised for significant growth, contributing to financial development, job creation and improved service delivery in urban and rural areas.  Source: PIB

Saheel Singh 13 Nov 2025
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