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HAL Expands Private Sector Role in Prachand Production Following Major LCH Order

HAL has initiated a new outsourcing effort for the Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) Prachand through a limited tender for precision-machined components, underscoring the company’s drive to expand manufacturing throughput...

May 30, 2026
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R&D
Missile & Missile Defence

R-37M, Astra Mk II and Gandiva Set to Form Backbone of IAF’s Future BVR Missile Arsenal

India is quietly reshaping its beyond-visual-range air combat capabilities through a mix of imported and domestically developed missile systems, creating a future BVRAAM portfolio designed to rival some of...

DRDO Converts STAR Target Vehicle Into Affordable Supersonic Strike Missile Program

India is reportedly transforming its STAR (Supersonic Target Resembling Missile) program from a training asset into an operational tactical strike missile, creating a new indigenous weapon designed to deliver...

May 30, 2026
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R&D
Air Platforms

AMCA Designed for Future Variable-Cycle Engine Upgrades in Push Toward Sixth-Gen Capability

India is reportedly future-proofing its Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program through a propulsion architecture designed to support next-generation engine technologies well beyond the aircraft’s initial operational life. Sources...

May 30, 2026
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Land Platforms

MGCS: How Europe Is Building the Next Generation of Networked Armored Warfare

The future of armored warfare is increasingly being defined by connectivity, automation, and information dominance rather than armor protection alone. In response to this shift, Europe has launched the...

Bell Secures India’s First Bell 407GXi Order From TransBharat Aviation

Bell Textron has secured an order for India’s first Bell 407GXi helicopter from TransBharat Aviation Private Limited, marking another milestone in the long-standing partnership between the two companies. Since...

IAF Expands Tejas Trainer Fleet to Prepare Pilots for Future Air Combat

The Indian Air Force’s decision to procure additional Tejas twin-seat trainer aircraft is reportedly driven by the introduction of an advanced pilot training framework known as LOHAR (Lead-in Fighter...

May 29, 2026
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Mergers & JV
Land Platforms

Russia Proposes Joint Next-Generation Tank Program With India

Uralvagonzavod has indicated its readiness to partner with India on the development of a next-generation combat tank, according to CEO Alexander Potapov. The proposal comes as the Indian military...

Lithuania Clears Acquisition of 936 Patria 6×6 Vehicles for Military Expansion

The Lithuanian State Defence Council has authorized the procurement of 936 Patria 6×6 wheeled armored vehicles to support the country’s newly established military division. The acquisition agreement is expected...

May 29, 2026
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Mergers & JV
Naval Platforms

Kongsberg and OSI Join Forces on Submarine Navigation Solutions for Canada

Kongsberg has entered into a cooperation agreement with OSI Maritime Systems to advance submarine navigation capabilities in support of Canada’s next-generation undersea warfare requirements. The agreement supports the Canadian...