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November 2, 2026
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IAI Nears $906M Indian Air Force Tanker Deal

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) is reportedly nearing the award of a major contract worth approximately $905.7 million (around ₹8,000 crore) to supply six aerial refuelling aircraft for the Indian...

November 2, 2026
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India Awards ₹53,866 Cr Deal for Eight Navy Corvettes

India has taken a major step towards strengthening its maritime defence capabilities and advancing self-reliance in defence manufacturing, with the Ministry of Defence signing contracts worth ₹53,866.50 crore for...

US Clears $2.1B Patriot Missile Sale to Ukraine

The US Department of State has approved a potential $2.1-billion sale of Patriot Advanced Capability-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (PAC-3 MSE) interceptors to Ukraine. Kyiv has requested 500 PAC-3 MSE...

November 2, 2026
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Rheinmetall Adds Passive RF Sensors to Skynex System

Rheinmetall Air Defence AG has agreed with Motorola Solutions’ Silvus Technologies unit to integrate its passive radio frequency (RF) sensors into the Skynex air defense system, adding another layer...

November 2, 2026
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US Army Awards Lockheed $1.08B Interceptor Contract

The US Army has awarded Lockheed Martin a $1.08-billion contract to support development of the next-generation PAC-3 Edge interceptor, designed to counter evolving air and missile threats. Unveiled earlier...

November 1, 2026
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India and France Expand Defence Ties Through Rafale-Marine Programme and Advanced Technology Cooperation

India and France have developed a longstanding strategic partnership since formally establishing bilateral strategic relations in 1998. Over the years, cooperation has expanded beyond conventional defence procurement to include...

India Approves ₹2.12 Lakh Crore Defence Package to Transform Future Battlefield Capabilities

India’s Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has approved capital acquisition proposals worth approximately ₹2.12 lakh crore for the country’s armed forces, marking a major...

November 1, 2026
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India’s Fifth-Generation AMCA Fighter Programme Enters Key Private-Sector Bidding Phase

India’s Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme has reached a significant milestone, with three private-sector contenders submitting proposals for the development and construction of prototypes for the country’s next-generation...