B HAL, Safran Sign Contract To Develop Aravalli Helicopter Turboshaft Engine

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) and Safran Helicopter Engines have signed a contract with SAFHAL Helicopter Engines Pvt. Ltd. for the design, development, manufacture, supply and lifecycle support of a new-generation high-power helicopter engine in the 3,500-4,000 shp class. Named Aravalli, the turboshaft engine has been selected to power HAL’s upcoming 13-ton Indian Multi-Role Helicopter (IMRH) […]

CW Bureau · Aug 26, 2026

STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY Jubilant Ingrevia To Buy 40% Stake In Zettaone Technologies For ₹189 Cr

Jubilant Ingrevia Ltd, a specialty chemicals manufacturer, has entered into a binding agreement to acquire a 40% strategic stake in Zettaone Technologies India Pvt Ltd for ₹189 crore, marking its entry into the electronics development and manufacturing services space. The acquisition will be completed in two tranches. The first tranche is expected to close by […]

CW Bureau · Aug 19, 2026

GENERAL Adani Group’s Vande Bharatam Picks 1st Cohort From 26,000 Applications

Adani Group’s Vande Bharatam, the grassroots innovation and entrepreneurship, has selected its inaugural cohort from more than 26,000 applications across India. The cohort brings together innovators from diverse regions and backgrounds with a focus on solving national challenges and building enterprises with wider impact. Initiative seeks to widen access Vande Bharatam is built on the […]

CW Bureau · Aug 9, 2026

INFRASTRUCTURE HAL Charts ₹14,000-Cr Capex To Expand Production, MRO Capacity

India’s Maharatna defence company Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) has drawn up a capital expenditure plan of ₹14,000 crore over the next five years to expand manufacturing capacity and strengthen its maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) infrastructure. The planned investment will primarily be directed towards expanding manufacturing facilities and establishing repair and overhaul capabilities for various […]

CW Bureau · Aug 4, 2026

MANUFACTURING Sunita Tools, Polish Defence Co. Sign MoU For Drone Manufacturing JV

Sunita Tools Ltd has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a Polish defence company to collaborate on the research, design, development and manufacture of ISR drones, loitering ammunition and smart drone ammunition. The collaboration envisages the formation of a joint venture in India, with Sunita Tools holding a majority stake. The MoU is […]

CW Bureau · Jul 30, 2026

MANUFACTURING Sanathan Textiles ₹595-Cr Technical Textiles Expansion Ready To Hum

The doubling of textiles yarn production capacity of Sanathan Textiles Ltd has entered the final phase at its Silvassa facility. As per the plan, the manufacturing capacity will double to 18,000 tonnes per annum (TPA) from 9,000 MTPA at an investment of ₹595-crore. Expansion nearing completion Civil works have been completed and the required plant […]

CW Bureau · Jul 23, 2026

STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY HFCL Expands Optical Connectivity Capacity, Okays ₹215-Cr Data Centre

HFCL, a technology enterprise engaged in optical fibre, optical fibre cables and digital connectivity solutions, is strengthening its position in the fast-growing optical connectivity market, supported by rising investments in AI-driven data centres, cloud infrastructure, next-generation telecom networks and digital infrastructure worldwide. The company is also scaling its defence and aerospace business through indigenous technology […]

CW Bureau · Jul 22, 2026

STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY Adani Defence To Buy 44.6% Stake In Flight Simulation Firm For ₹820 Cr

Adani Defence Systems & Technologies Ltd (ADSTL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Adani Enterprises Ltd, has signed a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire the remaining 44.6% stake in Flight Simulation Solutions Pvt Ltd (FSSPL) at an enterprise value of ₹820 crore. The acquisition will increase ADSTL’s holding in FSSPL from 55.40% to 100%, making the […]

CW Bureau · Jul 17, 2026

MANUFACTURING Adani Defence Begins Work On ₹2,500-Cr Missile Manufacturing Unit

Adani Defence & Aerospace has commenced work on its ₹2,500-crore missile manufacturing project in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh, which will create South Asia’s largest private-sector missile ecosystem. The project will integrate missile system manufacturing with composite propellant and Trinitrotoluene production at a single location, creating an at-scale capability for India’s private defence sector. Employment and supply […]

CW Bureau · Jul 5, 2026

STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY Garuda Aerospace Partners Micron Instruments To Make Defence Drones

Indian cricketer M.S. Dhoni backed drone startup Garuda Aerospace has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Micron Instruments Pvt. Ltd. to jointly develop next-generation defence drones and unmanned systems. Micron Instruments is an Indian manufacturer of precision fuzes, defence ammunition systems and critical military components. Focus on indigenous systems Under the agreement, the two companies […]

CW Bureau · Jul 4, 2026

MANUFACTURING Ashok Leyland Sees Strong Defence Momentum; To Maintain 20% Growth

Commercial vehicle manufacturer Ashok Leyland Ltd is banking on a robust defence order pipeline and continued growth in its subsidiaries as it has been delivering 20% growth in defence business over the last few years. The flagship company of the Hinduja group said its defence business delivered more than 20% growth in FY26, with revenues […]

CW Bureau · Jun 5, 2026

MANUFACTURING TVS SCS Enters Aerospace & Defence Supply Chain Market Through ALA JV

TVS Supply Chain Solutions Ltd (TVS SCS), the Chennai-headquartered global supply chain solutions provider and part of the TVS Mobility Group, has formed a joint venture with Italy-based aerospace and defence supply-chain integrator ALA Group to tap opportunities in India’s $28 billion rapidly growing aerospace and defence sectors. Under the agreement, TVS SCS will hold […]

CW Bureau · Jun 4, 2026