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Weekly Brief - Defence, Space, Aerospace, and Nuclear RDI - 2nd November, 2026
Key updates across defence self-reliance, ISRO's navigation satellite deployment, nuclear energy policy reforms, and advanced propulsion RDI agreements during the final week of October 2026.
Key Statistics
| ₹116 Crore | ₹150 Crore | 23:51 IST |
|---|---|---|
| TDB-DST support to Manastu Space for green propulsion | TDB support to QNu Labs for quantum-secure tech | GSLV-F18/NVS-03 mission launch time on 30 Oct 2026 |
Weekly Executive Summary
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2026, highlighting the scaling up of domestic nuclear energy and fast breeder reactors to secure energy independence.
- ISRO successfully launched the GSLV-F18 carrying the NVS-03 navigation satellite from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota, expanding NavIC capabilities.
- Raksha Mantri called for 'Aatmanirbharta 2.0' at SWAVLAMBAN 2026, emphasizing the need for cost-effective top-end technologies and resilient supply chains.
- The Department of Science and Technology (TDB-DST) signed major Research, Development and Innovation (RDI)…
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