#ReportLaunch | #ISC2026 We are pleased to announce the release of "Space, Strategy & the Future World Order – Perspectives from DEFSAT 2026", published by SIA-India. As space becomes increasingly intertwined with national security, geopolitics, strategic competition, and economic resilience, this publication brings together expert perspectives on the evolving role of space in shaping the future global order. The report examines emerging trends in defence space, strategic technologies, space security, international cooperation, and the policy frameworks required to navigate a rapidly changing geopolitical environment. Released during the Opening Plenary of India Space Congress 2026, this publication reflects SIA-India's commitment to advancing informed dialogue on the strategic dimensions of the space sector. #IndiaSpaceCongress2026 #SIAIndia #DEFSAT2026 #SpaceSecurity #DefenceSpace #SpaceStrategy #Geopolitics #FutureOfSpace #SpacePolicy #SpaceEconomy @AnilPra28432993 | @RGambhir | @heysudipta | @Defsatindia

We are pleased to see our feature in the April 2026 issue of Business Standard Blueprint: Defence & Geopolitics! Space is no longer just a "support" domain; it has become the very backbone of national security. Our latest feature captures the energy and outcomes of DefSAT-2026, SIA-India's premier defence space conference that marked a turning point for the sector. The event saw a massive convergence of brilliant minds from academia, the military, and the private industry, all coming together to write the next chapter of India’s defence space story. Check out the full article for the key takeaways @bsindia | @AnilPra28432993 | @RGambhir | @heysudipta

Our Founder & CEO Jay, spoke at the DefSat Conference & Expo last month, alongside Lt. Gen. Dushyant Singh (Retd), Air Vice Marshal Pawan Kumar (Retd) sir and Col. Vikas Sadhotra, about the new capabilities that RPOD unlocks and share how Aule Space is filling the critical gaps.

Space Def is starting to formalise. Dedicated DefSat 2026 like inititives catalyze doctrine fleshing, constellation builds & denial/resilience mirroring China's orbital "Great Wall." Gaps exist in full air-space doctrinal integration & scaled pLEO, but momentum via DSA, IACCS/IDS extensions & budgets finally show some materialisation. Broad focus on resilient constellations—52 🇮🇳ISR sats by 2029 (China has 360 )—and counter-space denial, emphasising pLEO architectures for anti-jam PNT & burst comms.

DefSat 2026 reaffirmed the growing strategic importance of space in shaping the future security architecture. Convening #600 delegates from over 14 countries, 90 distinguished speakers, and #30 exhibitors, the conference served as a critical platform for advancing dialogue, partnerships, and operational readiness across the defence-space ecosystem. From #IndSpaceXWargame4.0 and the signing of six strategic B2B MoUs, to the unveiling of the CUBESAT 101 global training initiative and the release of a Cyber Security Framework for Space by CERT-In and SIA-India, the event highlighted the increasing convergence of space innovation, cybersecurity, and defence preparedness. As the space domain becomes increasingly central to national and global security frameworks, DefSat will continue to serve as a key platform for fostering collaboration, advancing strategic thought, and shaping the future of secure space operations. #DefSat2026 #SpaceSecurity #DefenceSpace #StrategicDialogue @OfficialCLAWSIN | @NITIAayog | @SpokespersonMoD | @GoI_MeitY | @GeM_India | KickSky Space Lab| @iceye_global | @AnanthATL | @SAFRAN | @viasat | HEX20| Times Microwave Systems| @GlenairUK | @chipspirit | @SkyServe_AI | TANTRAYUT TELECOMMUNICATIONS PRIVATE LIMITED| @OCryogenics | RDVW SATCOM SOLUTIONS| Agmatel India Pvt Ltd | Sanyark Space | Raamtel Solutions Pvt ltd | @GalaxEye | SPACELABS ANALYTICS & DYNAMICS | Geminus Space | @AuleSpace | @XdlinxSpaceLabs | Cosmoserve Space | @ElenaGeoSys | @PixxelSpace | @RIGOL_Tech | Aiila Innovations | @AnilPra28432993 | @RGambhir | @IndianCERT |

India’s space sector gets cybersecurity boost as CERT-In, SIA-India release joint guidelines In a step towards securing India’s growing space infrastructure, the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) and the Satcom Industry Association of India (SIA-India) have jointly released comprehensive guidelines for cyber security across the country’s space ecosystem. The guidelines were unveiled during the DefSat Conference & Expo 2026 held in New Delhi from February 24–26. 🔗ddindia.co.in/2026/02/indias…

Dr. Sanjay Bahl, Director General, CERT-In, participated as the Technology Umpire in the IndSpaceX 4.0 Table Top Exercise during the DefSAT-2026 Conference & Exposition held from 24–26 February 2026 at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi.

DefSat 2026 was a meaningful few days for us. @thesuyashsingh, our Co-Founder and CEO, joined defence and policy leaders to explore how partnerships, joint missions, and shared capabilities in space are strengthening resilience across the Indo-Pacific. Alongside the panel, Dr Deb Jyoti Pal, Sr. VP – Business Development and Kanav Katyal, Lead – Compliance (Technologies), engaged with visitors at our booth where we showcased a model of Mission Drishti and had in-depth conversations on fused, all-weather Earth Observation and its operational relevance. We value the opportunity to contribute to these evolving dialogues as India strengthens its space-based capabilities. @SIA_Ind #GalaxEye #MissionDrishti #DEFSAT2026 #IndoPacific #SpaceSecurity #IndianSpaceTech #DefenceInnovation

Pixxel brought hyperspectral intelligence to DefSat 2026 in New Delhi. 🛰️ As strategic ISR, climate oversight, and resource monitoring take centre stage, the demand for actionable Earth observation is accelerating. Conversations throughout the event reflected how higher-resolution spectral insight is becoming central to operational readiness, national security, and faster, evidence-based decisions across critical domains. To explore how Pixxel’s capabilities can support mission objectives and sovereign priorities, connect with our team: share.hsforms.com/1XtdSIZWqS…

MEDEPC honoured to have our ED & Principal Advisor-Col Anurag Awasthi speaking on Building Military-Industrial-Space Complex for India focused on building a self-reliant and globally competitive defence-space ecosystem for India at DefSat Conference & Expo 2026 organised by SIA.

Delhi: Lt. Gen PJS Pannu, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd), Former Deputy Chief of Integrated Defence Staff, addresses the DefSAT 2026 conference

Delhi: At DefSAT 2026, Subba Rao Pavuluri, President, SIA India, says, "...The last session went very well, as there was highly effective participation from both industry and the think tank..."

Catch our live updates from #DefSat2026! The panel discussion on the third day of #DefSat 2026, titled "RESPONSIVE LAUNCH AND ON-ORBIT SERVICING: SUSTAINING MISSION READINESS", brought together distinguished experts and strategic leaders, including: Moderator: Air Vice Marshal Pawan Kumar (Retd), Fmr DG DSA Panellists: Mr Srinath Ravichandran, Co-Founder & CEO, Agnikul Cosmos Mr Ashok Saxena, CEO, SpaceTS Mr Jay Panchal, CEO, Aule Space #DefSat2026 #DefSatLive #ResponsiveLaunch #OnOrbitServicing #MissionReadiness

Defsat 2026: 'आधुनिक सैन्य अभियान पूरी तरह अंतरिक्ष आधारित', डिफेंस स्पेस एजेंसी के प्रमुख ने दी यह चेतावनी #Defsat2026 #ModernMilitary #DefenceSpaceAgency #AirViceMarshalManuMidha amarujala.com/india-news/def…

Delhi: At the DefSat 2026 event, R. Shakya, Additional Director General (Telecom), Haryana LSA, says, "...We all understand today's warfare is factually put into the words is an integral approach. An integral approach not only within the defence forces. Earlier, it was easy to say something, some information received from the army or from the naval staff, and then the information passed to the air force, then the air force, and then together they would work out something...."

Anyone attending DefSat tomorrow in Manekshaw? Catch me on the panel from 15:30 onwards discussing DAP 2026, iDEX & Service-based models. @SIA_Ind

Just attended the EU-India Defence & Space panel at DEFSAT 2026 today “From Industrial Cooperation to Strategic Alignment to Industrial Collaboration” Key takeaways that stayed with me: - Last 10 years built solid trust and groundwork between Europe and India in space - Both sides share the exact same mission: peaceful, sustainable, innovation-driven and strategically autonomous - Next 10 years can deliver real results by aligning regulatory standards, adopting common interoperability standards, and building a practical framework for joint procurement Governments have signed the big initiatives. Now we need clear, startup-friendly roadmaps so companies can actually execute. The next decade could turn this into a proven industrial partnership. What are your thoughts on EU-India space collaboration? #DefSat2026 #IndiaEU #SpaceCollaboration #DefenceSpace #SpaceTech

Delhi: India’s premier defence-space conference and exhibition, DEFSAT 2026, has commenced today at the Manekshaw Centre. Centered on the theme "Space at the Core of National Security," the event brings together military leaders, policymakers, industry experts, and technology partners to discuss the future of India’s defence-space capabilities.

8/8 SOURCES, (1) DRDO User Trial Announcement, July 2025 (2) Indian Army Air Defence Doctrine Handbook (2013) (3) Ibid. (MTAD exposure vulnerability) (4) DRDO Annual Report 2022 (5) Defexpo 2020 Press Materials (6) QRSAM Product Leaflet, Larsen & Toubro (7) DEFSAT 2023 Roundtable Proceedings (8) Aero India 2023 Technical Placards & Abstracts (9) BEL/RCI Public Statements, Late 2021 (10) DRDO Technical Conference Papers (2023) (11) Parliamentary Q&A, #1560/2020 (12) CAG Audit Report 2021 (footnote 14) (13) Field Photo & Placard Sheet, Aero India 2023

3/8 Each regiment will consist of eighteen launchers, 432 missiles, radars, and command vehicles (6). Yet a lesser-known innovation sets these regiments apart because every vehicle’s software architecture supports plug-and-play upgrades. During DEFSAT 2023, DRDL scientists hinted that this open software stack could one day accommodate counter-UAV payloads and jamming pods, which is a level of flexibility still rare in comparable systems (7).