Chitra Khatri

Program Executive @india_iDEX | Defence Innovation & Program Management | Astronomer | Outreach

[iDEX DIO @India_iDEX]

Hon’ble Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh ji, during his address at the Forces First Conclave, spoke about the transformative impact of the #iDEX initiative in strengthening India’s defence innovation ecosystem since its inception in 2018.

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[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

The week reflected India's continued commitment to strengthening national security, defence modernisation and strategic partnerships.

From the Defence Investiture Ceremony honouring distinguished service personnel and the Defence Acquisition Council approving Rs 52,000 crore worth of capability enhancement proposals to key leadership transitions, defence reforms, and international military engagements, the Defence Forces continued to advance India's vision of a secure and self-reliant future.

Watch the #WeeklyRecap for all the top stories.

@rajnathsingh
@DefenceMinIndia
@SethSanjayMP
@DefProdnIndia
@HQ_IDS_India
@adgpi
@indiannavy
@IAF_MCC
@PIB_India

[Chitra Khatri @KhatriChitra20]

@GalaxEye Congratulations

[iDEX DIO @India_iDEX]

Join #iDEX for an Outreach Session on the newly launched IAF ADITI 4.0 & DISC 14 Challenges & Indian Navy DISC 14 Challenges

01 Apr 26❗️
1000–1300 hrs (IAF) | 1400–1700 hrs (Navy)

Explore opportunities to co-develop next-gen defence technologies
Join at: https://t.co/BXJ2xxmiPz

[DRDO @DRDO_India]

Intermediate Range Agni-Prime Missile was successfully tested on 24 Sep 2025 from a Rail based Mobile launcher. This will be a force multiplier to strategic forces, with a game changer road cum rail missile system

[TIDCO @TIDCO_1965]

We are delighted to invite all Tamil Nadu iDEX Winners to the exclusive Roundtable on 25th August 2025 at Ramada by Wyndham, Chennai Egmore.

Enhancing the Aerospace & Defence Ecosystem

Key focus areas include:
🔹Government support & facilitation
🔹Funding opportunities
🔹Policy interventions
🔹Addressing challenges faced by iDEX winners
🔹Access to global markets

This roundtable is a unique opportunity to engage with senior government officials, industry leaders, and ecosystem partners to share experiences, explore collaborations, and drive growth in the Aerospace & Defence sector.

Confirm your participation now and be part of shaping the future of Tamil Nadu’s Aerospace & Defence ecosystem!

#TIDCO #iDEX #Innovation #Aerospace #Defence #TamilNadu #AeroDefCon25 #ADMChennai2025

[iDEX DIO @India_iDEX]

#iDEX wishes everyone a Happy 79th #IndependenceDay! 🇮🇳

Today, we honour the sacrifices of our freedom fighters & martyrs who shaped our nation.

Let’s unite for the vision of #ViksitBharat & #AtmanirbharBharat & commit to national development through collective responsibility.

[Harsh Sanghavi @sanghaviharsh]

Several drones have been spotted in the Kutch district. A complete blackout will be implemented now. Please stay safe,Don’t panic.

[ANI @ANI]

#WATCH | Small arms fire heard amid blackout in RS Pura, Jammu

(Visuals deferred by unspecified time)

[Omar Abdullah @OmarAbdullah]

This is no ceasefire. The air defence units in the middle of Srinagar just opened up.

[iDEX DIO @India_iDEX]

Senior officials from the Dept. of Defence Production, led by Secretary (DP) Shri Sanjeev Kumar, held deliberations with 50+ Startups & MSMEs at South Block, New Delhi (Mar 24-25), to accelerate defence innovation
Read more: https://t.co/vRd97MSKzk

[Chitra Khatri @KhatriChitra20]

Being part of the roundtable with #Startups & #MSMEs was an insightful exchange on advanced defence technologies. #DefenceInnovation.

Excited for what’s ahead! 🚀🇮🇳 #MakeInIndia #AatmanirbharDefence

[Defence Production India @DefProdnIndia]

🚀 Boosting Defence Innovation!

#iDEX is driving the future of defence tech with brainstorming sessions that unite startups, MSMEs, academia, investors & regulators.

🔹 Phase I (Day 1) – 24th March 2025
🔹 Roundtable with #Startups/#MSMEs
🔹 Theme: Startup Interactions: Discussion on Advanced Technologies

These sessions accelerate defence innovation through academia-industry collaboration and startup integration

#iDEX #DefenceInnovation #Startups #MSME #MakeInIndia #AatmanirbharDefene

[iDEX DIO @India_iDEX]

We are ready, Are you❓

Witness the revolution through innovation at #iDEX Pavilion #AeroIndia2025.

🗓️10th–14th February 2025
📍 Air Force Station, Yelahanka, Bengaluru

[Defence Production India @DefProdnIndia]

Manthan 2025 spotlighted India's defence innovation, empowering start-ups and MSMEs to shape the future.

Led by Secretary, Defence Production, MoD & CEO, iDEX,
Shri Sanjeev Kumar, Manthan-iDEX at #AeroIndia2025 brought together key stakeholders to address challenges and explore new opportunities.

Key focus areas: Accelerating innovation, fostering strategic collaborations, and scaling defence tech for a self-reliant India.

#AeroIndia2025 #Manthan2025 #DefenceInnovation #StartupEcosystem #AatmanirbharDefence

[iDEX DIO @India_iDEX]

On the sidelines of #AeroIndia2025, #iDEX had the pleasure of hosting the UK delegation at the iDEX Pavilion at #AeroIndia.
A productive session discussing #iDEX processes & exploring avenues for mutual collaboration in defence innovation.🇮🇳🤝🇬🇧

[iDEX DIO @India_iDEX]

#iDEX had the pleasure of hosting the Israeli delegation at the #iDEX Pavilion
A productive session discussing the #iDEX framework & exploring synergies for mutual collaborations
The delegation also visited #iDEX startups at the pavilion & witnessed cutting-edge defence products.

[iDEX DIO @India_iDEX]

On the sidelines of #AeroIndia2025, #iDEX had the pleasure of hosting the U.S delegation at the #iDEX Pavilion!
A productive session on the #iDEX framework & ongoing #INDUSX initiatives and agendas, fostering stronger and deeper ties in defence innovation collaborations.
🇮🇳🤝🇺🇸

[iDEX DIO @India_iDEX]

On the sidelines of #AeroIndia2025, #iDEX had the pleasure of visiting the GIFAS @GifasOfficiel stall.
Engaging discussions took place on the #iDEX framework and potential avenues for joint collaborations, exploring deeper Indo-French innovation partnerships in defence!🇮🇳🇫🇷

[iDEX DIO @India_iDEX]

A proud moment for India! 🇮🇳🎉
#India becomes the 4th country to master space docking.
Big congrats to our brilliant @isro scientists! 👏
Special shoutout to #iDEX winner @KeplerAerospac1, ISRO's primary Indian TTC ground station & mission ops partner for the SpaDeX Mission.

[iDEX DIO @India_iDEX]

Introducing our distinguished panelists for the 7th Edition of The Gurukul Educational Series under #INDUSX!
🗓️20th Dec 24
🕕1900 Hrs
Join us to discover strategies to foster innovation, leverage research expertise & build cross border partnerships to drive technology development