DefenceFriday, 1 May 2026·https://testbook.com/current-affairs/01-may-2026-daily-current-affairs
BHEL and DRDO sign technology transfer pact for naval GT-IRSS
BHEL signed a licensing agreement with DRDO’s NSTL on 28 April 2026 for the naval LM2500 Gas Turbine Infrared Suppression System.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On 28 April 2026, Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) signed a Licensing Agreement for Transfer of Technology with the Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (NSTL), DRDO, for the naval LM2500 Gas Turbine Infrared Suppression System (GT-IRSS).
Key specifics
- Agreement date: 28 April 2026.
- Parties: BHEL and NSTL, a DRDO laboratory in Visakhapatnam.
- Technology: LM2500 Gas Turbine Infrared Suppression System (GT-IRSS).
- Purpose: suppress infrared signatures and improve stealth.
- BHEL is a Maharatna CPSE under the Ministry of Heavy Industries.
Exam lens
Question type: defence technology and PSUs, BHEL, NSTL, DRDO, GT-IRSS, Visakhapatnam; TNPSC may ask which system reduces infrared signature on naval platforms.