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April 18, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Scorpene upgrade may use LiB propulsion

The oceans are becoming quieter—and more dangerous. The Scorpéne Evolved by Naval Group can stay underwater longer, move silently, and strike with deadly precision using systems like BrahMos-NG. Built...

April 18, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

India’s Tata unveils new UGV system

The battlefield is changing—and machines are stepping in. Developed by Tata Advanced Systems Limited, this UGV can carry supplies, scout danger zones, and support troops without risking lives. Built...

April 17, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Germany starts Type 424 spy ship construction

Germany is building the next generation of intelligence-gathering ships. These advanced vessels are designed to quietly monitor activity across seas, collecting critical data for defense operations. With cutting-edge sensors...

April 17, 2026
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Air Platforms

Black Hawk flies with AI “eye” in dark test

The legendary UH-60 Black Hawk is evolving once again. With Raytheon’s RAIVEN system onboard, it can now see through complete darkness, capturing detailed imagery of the world below. Whether...

April 17, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

India’s Super-Cheel MALE UAV under development

India is charting a bold path in unmanned warfare with the Super-Cheel, developed by Dynamatic Technologies. Built for long-duration missions and wide-area surveillance, this drone is designed to stay...

April 17, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Prithvi-II receives lifecycle upgrade support

Even as India builds next-generation missile systems, it continues to strengthen its trusted arsenal. The Prithvi-II, supported by Defence Research and Development Organisation, is being upgraded to remain reliable...

April 17, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Sentinel ICBM flight planned for 2027

The US is preparing the next generation of its nuclear deterrent with the Sentinel missile system. Designed to replace decades-old technology, this advanced program combines modern engineering with digital...

April 16, 2026
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Air Platforms

Red Wolf system tested on Skyraider II aircraft

Modern warfare is becoming smarter and more flexible, and this test shows exactly how. L3Harris paired its Red Wolf system with the Skyraider II aircraft to see how well...

April 16, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Gray Eagle drone gets survivability upgrade

The battlefield is getting tougher, and drones need to keep up. The US Army is upgrading its Gray Eagle drone with smarter electronic intelligence systems to detect threats like...

April 16, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

First Australian-made GMLRS missiles tested

Australia is building its own missile strength, and this test marks a major milestone. At Woomera, locally made GMLRS rockets were successfully launched using HIMARS. This isn’t just a...