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June 6, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

New SHAKTI drone to reach 1000 km range

India’s private defence industry is expanding into advanced unmanned strike technologies with the development of SHAKTI. Designed for deep-penetration missions, the loitering munition combines surveillance, target acquisition, and precision...

New armor boosts Zorawar survivability

Defence researchers are developing next-generation protective materials for the Zorawar Light Tank to improve resistance against armour-piercing ammunition. The enhanced armour solution is expected to provide greater battlefield survivability...

June 6, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

Rampage missile manufacturing set to expand

The Indian defence sector is moving toward large-scale local production of the HSLD-Mk2 missile, a precision-guided stand-off weapon derived from the Israeli Rampage system. The initiative aims to improve...

Sweden may supply more fighter aircraft to Brazil

Aerospace cooperation agreements are increasingly centered on joint production, maintenance, and modernization programs for advanced fighter aircraft. Through technology sharing and localized manufacturing, partner nations can strengthen their defense...

100 UGVs to be delivered to Ukraine

Military modernization programs are increasingly incorporating robotic ground platforms to improve operational flexibility and force protection. The establishment of dedicated production lines enables faster manufacturing and deployment of unmanned...

June 5, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

US Navy explores containerized laser weapon

The development of mobile laser defense systems reflects a growing emphasis on flexible and scalable military capabilities. Containerized directed energy weapons can be installed on multiple classes of naval...

June 5, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

DEW system proves anti-drone capability

Military organizations worldwide are investing heavily in advanced counter-drone technologies to address increasingly sophisticated aerial threats. High-power radio-frequency weapons are demonstrating the ability to disable large numbers of unmanned...

New virtual command station unveiled

Modern armed forces increasingly require communication systems that can seamlessly function across multiple networks during high-intensity operations. Emerging technologies now enable military vehicles and command platforms to prioritize and...

June 5, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Lockheed GRIZZLY tests JAGM drone engagement

Counter-unmanned aerial systems are evolving into a key component of modern air defense architectures. Advanced solutions use networked sensors, automated target recognition, and precision engagement technologies to address the...

FLIR SkyRaider drones boost Army operations

The integration of drones into CBRN operations is transforming how armed forces detect and assess hazardous conditions. Modern unmanned aerial systems can carry specialized payloads for environmental monitoring, contamination...