HAL's Leap Engine Parts Contribution

30 Oct 2023 CW Team

HAL (Hindustan Aeronautics Limited) has announced its collaboration with GE Aviation to manufacture components for the Leap engine. This partnership aims to bolster India's manufacturing capabilities in the aviation sector.

With its expertise in precision engineering, HAL will manufacture complex metallic and non-metallic components for the Leap engine. This collaboration will contribute to the aerospace industry's growth while promoting self-reliance in India's manufacturing sector.

The Leap engine, developed by CFM International, a joint venture between GE Aviation and Safran Aircraft Engines, is widely used in commercial aircraft. HAL's involvement in manufacturing these engine parts will not only strengthen the country's aerospace ecosystem but also enhance its position in the global aviation market as a reliable contributor.

HAL's production capabilities, combined with GE Aviation's cutting-edge technology, will result in the production of high-quality engine parts. By leveraging existing infrastructure and capitalizing on their respective strengths, both companies aim to meet the increasing demand for the Leap engine.

This strategic partnership aligns with the government's vision of expanding the country's manufacturing sector under the "Make in India" initiative.

Infrastructure Urban

06 Apr 2026

InsideFPV Delivers ₹10 Crore Kamikaze Drone Order Under MoD’s EPR Route

InsideFPV, a Surat-based drone technology manufacturer, has successfully executed a ₹10 crore defence contract to supply indigenous kamikaze drones under the Ministry of Defence’s Emergency Procurement Route (EPR). The company completed the delivery of hundreds of FPV kamikaze drone platforms within a rapid two-month timeframe, highlighting its ability to meet urgent military procurement timelines.The supply orders were fulfilled under the emergency procurement mechanism, which is aimed at fast-tracking acquisitions for immediate operational needs. InsideFPV’s quick execution reflects it..

Vedanta Resources Secures Fitch Upgrade to ‘BB-’, Best Rating Since 2015

Vedanta Resources Limited (VRL), a global player in metals, oil & gas, critical minerals, power and technology, has received a credit rating upgrade from Fitch Ratings, marking its strongest bond rating in over a decade.Fitch has raised Vedanta Resources’ Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) to ‘BB-’ from ‘B+’, while maintaining a Stable Outlook. The agency also upgraded VRL’s senior unsecured rating, along with the ratings of US dollar-denominated bonds issued by Vedanta Resources Finance II Plc and guaranteed by VRL, to ‘BB-’.The upgrade represents Vedan..

NAREDCO NextGen NCR Chapter Launched

The NAREDCO NextGen NCR Chapter was recently launched at Excelerate 2026 in Mumbai, marking a key step towards integrating emerging real estate leaders from the National Capital Region with the national platform. The initiative aims to promote sustainable and responsible urban development through collaboration and knowledge exchange.The event brought together young developers, entrepreneurs, and professionals from across NCR, including Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, Faridabad, Bhiwadi, and Meerut. Discussions focused on urban development, finance, sustainability, innovation, and policy, emphasisi..