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April 26, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

DRDO VL-SRSAM set for production soon

The VL-SRSAM missile system is nearing induction into the Indian Navy after successful trials. It offers improved range of about 80 km and high-speed interception capability at Mach 4.5....

April 26, 2026
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

India reveals advanced armoured platforms

DRDO’s new armoured platforms combine mobility, protection, and firepower in tracked and wheeled versions. Equipped with a remote 30 mm turret and missile launch capability, they are designed for...

April 26, 2026
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Naval Platforms
New Product Launches

ULM-ER upgrade enables 10 km strike range

The ULM-ER missile developed by Adani Defence and DRDO is an advanced UAV-launched strike system designed for longer-range precision attacks. It can hit targets up to 10 km away...

India fields first wire-guided heavy torpedo

India has achieved a major milestone with BDL delivering its first advanced wire-guided heavyweight torpedo to NSTL. The system uses fiber-optic wire guidance and acoustic homing technology for precise...

April 25, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

SLIM mast may boost Navy stealth, sensors

Saab has offered its SLIM (Lightweight Integrated Mast) system to the Indian Navy as a modern upgrade for warship sensor architecture. The concept replaces multiple separate sensor installations with...

April 24, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

India’s Entry in EU Fighter Program May Alter Jet Market

The race for the next generation of fighter jets has already begun—and India wants a seat at the table. By exploring partnerships with European programs like the Future Combat...

April 24, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Israel Awards Elbit $200M in Munitions Contracts

Precision is everything in modern air warfare—and Israel is doubling down on it. With new contracts awarded to Elbit Systems, the Israeli Air Force is equipping itself with smarter,...

April 24, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
Mergers & JV

Dutch, US Air Force Partner on Combat Drone Wingmen

Air combat is no longer just about pilots in cockpits—it’s about teams of humans and intelligent machines working together. The partnership between the United States Air Force and the...

April 24, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

Taiwan, US Partner on Ammo Production in $6.6B Deal

Taipei is strengthening its defenses with one of its biggest military investments yet. With powerful systems like M142 HIMARS and M109A7 Paladin, Taiwan is building the ability to respond...

Army Expands IFPC 2 Launcher Procurement Program

Threats today don’t wait—and they don’t come from just one direction. That’s why the United States Army is expanding systems like IFPC 2 with help from Leidos. Imagine a...