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April 6, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

India Studies Supersonic Loitering Munition

The Indian Army is developing a new category of supersonic loitering munitions designed to overcome advanced air defense systems. Powered by a ramjet engine, the drone maintains high speeds...

April 6, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Sheshnag20 Signals India’s Entry Into Drone Swarms

India’s defense sector has advanced with the Sheshnag20 swarm drone system, designed for coordinated, AI-driven operations. Developed by NewSpace Research & Technologies, the system enables multiple drones to function...

April 6, 2026
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Naval Platforms

India Plans S4 SSBN Conversion to SSGN

India is exploring converting its S4-class nuclear submarines into guided-missile platforms (SSGN) to boost conventional strike capabilities. By replacing ballistic missiles with cruise missiles like BrahMos and Nirbhay, the...

April 5, 2026
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Naval Platforms

S4 Star SSBN to Achieve 90% Indigenous Content

The commissioning of INS Aridhaman marks a critical advancement in India’s nuclear triad, with indigenous content reaching approximately 85%. Its successor, the S4*, is expected to achieve up to...

April 5, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

India’s Hypersonic Programs Boost Deterrence

India is developing a layered hypersonic strike ecosystem comprising systems such as the Dhvani Hypersonic Glide Vehicle, LR-AShM, and ET-LDHCM. These platforms integrate nuclear deterrence, anti-ship warfare, and precision...

April 2, 2026
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Air Platforms

UK, France Begin Work on Meteor Missile Successor

The United Kingdom and France have initiated a collaborative effort to develop a successor to the Meteor beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile. Through a memorandum of understanding under the Lancaster House...

April 2, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Hanwha Offers K9 for US Army Cannon Program

Hanwha Defense USA has positioned its K9 mobile howitzer as a candidate for the US Army’s Mobile Tactical Cannon (MTC) program, which seeks to modernize artillery capabilities by replacing...

April 2, 2026
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Air Platforms

Stratasys Joins Pentagon 3D Printing Initiative

Stratasys is contributing to a US Department of Defense initiative aimed at expanding the adoption of additive manufacturing across military systems. Through the Joint Additive Manufacturing Acceptability IV program,...

April 1, 2026
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Naval Platforms

New Tactical Catamaran for Latvia Navy

Latvia is pursuing a significant upgrade to its naval forces through the development of the LNT-27 tactical catamaran, a high-speed, multi-role maritime platform. Engineered to meet the demands of...

April 1, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Autonomous Minehunting Upgrade for RFA

The Royal Navy is significantly enhancing its mine countermeasure capabilities by upgrading RFA Lyme Bay with autonomous technologies. The vessel is being equipped to operate as a central command...