IIT Ropar Secures ₹120 Crore Defence Technology Projects from Army Technology Board
The cumulative value of these research and development projects stands at ₹120 crore.
The scope of research focuses primarily on developing Autonomous Armoured Vehicles (AAVs) and Directed Energy Weapons (DEWs).
This marks a significant step forward in self-reliance (Atmanirbharta) in manufacturing next-generation defense equipment through academic collaborations.
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Army Technology Board (ATB): Conducts research to meet technology requirements of the Indian Army
Practice Quiz — 24 June 2026
Q1. Under which specific developmental operation has the World Bank approved the $1.5 billion financing to boost private sector jobs in India?
Q2. Which is the first Indian Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) to utilize the RBI's subsidized hedging facility for its $300 million dollar bond issuance?
Q3. Consider the following statements regarding the Government's stake sale in IRFC: 1. The government plans to divest up to 2% stake through an Offer for Sale (OFS). 2. The sale includes a 1% base offer and a 1% Green Shoe Option. 3. IRFC is a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Railways. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q4. Which Indian fintech startup recently obtained its first international payment service license in Canada to expand its cross-border services?
Q5. NHAI has partnered with which organization to set up India's first permanent research centre dedicated to transport and logistics economics?
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