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May 3, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

20km Range Laser Boosts DEW Capability

Defence Research and Development Organisation is advancing a high-power laser weapon system capable of delivering 300 kW output for countering modern aerial threats. Designed with scalable architecture and precision...

May 2, 2026
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Air Platforms

Uttam AESA to Boost MiG-29K Fleet

In response to declining radar performance in its MiG-29K fleet, the Indian Navy has launched an upgrade initiative centered on the indigenous Uttam Mk2 AESA radar. The existing Zhuk-ME...

May 2, 2026
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Land Platforms

New Traverse Systems for Indian Tanks

AVNL has launched a key modernization effort targeting the turret systems of India’s frontline tanks through a new Expression of Interest. The plan involves replacing traditional traverse mechanisms with...

May 2, 2026
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Air Platforms

Aero-Engine Boost With New Ignition Tech

GTRE has taken a major step toward strengthening India’s aero-engine capabilities by seeking an industry partner to develop a High Energy Ignition system. This critical subsystem ensures reliable engine...

May 2, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Indigenous ISR Payload With 20km Range

Dynamatic Technologies is moving beyond aerostructures manufacturing into advanced mission systems through the development of a domestically designed EO/IR sensor payload. The stabilised turret is engineered to maintain line-of-sight...

May 1, 2026
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Land Platforms

Redback IFV future warfare overview

Hanwha Aerospace has developed the AS21 Redback IFV as part of Australia’s LAND 400 Phase 3 program to replace aging armored vehicles. Designed for high-intensity warfare, the Redback integrates...

May 1, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

India builds AI radar for Mach 5 threats

India is developing advanced radar technology to detect hypersonic missiles traveling above Mach 5. A major challenge lies in tracking objects surrounded by a plasma layer formed due to...

April 30, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Northrop adds Green Hills to GPS system

Northrop Grumman has integrated Green Hills Software’s INTEGRITY-178 tuMP real-time operating system into its LN-351 Embedded GPS/Inertial Navigation System–Modernization (EGI-M). This advanced system combines inertial navigation with an M-Code-enabled...

April 30, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

THUNDART rocket reaches live fire stage

MBDA and Safran Electronics & Defense have successfully demonstrated the THUNDART rocket system, achieving rapid development from concept to testing within 18 months. Trials conducted at Île du Levant...

April 30, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Albania naval plan includes 10 new ships

Fincantieri and KAYO have formed a joint venture to develop Albania’s naval shipbuilding capabilities. The partnership aims to construct up to 10 naval vessels by 2030 while revitalizing domestic...