The Economic Times

Lessons from Op Sindoor: DAC nod to pseudo satellites, air defence systems, jet-based drones

India's Defence Ministry has greenlit a significant 52,000 crore procurement drive, bolstering the armed forces with advanced capabilities. Key acquisitions include solar-powered pseudo satellites for surveillance, upgraded T-90 tanks with active protection, and indigenous anti-tank missile systems. The army will also receive new electronic warfare systems, medium-range air defence, and Russian Verba missiles, while the navy gains shipborne drones and advanced sea mines, all largely sourced domestically.