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April 20, 2026
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India Builds Indigenous Diagnostic System for MiG-29K Upgrade

In a push to improve fleet readiness, the Indian Navy has issued a Request for Information dated April 11, 2026, inviting private industry to participate in the NASK 1-29K...

April 20, 2026
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British Army Tests Tank-Based Counter-Drone Capabilities

Approximately 350 troops from the British Army have experimented with new tactics for tackling aerial threats without leaving the protection of their tanks, as unmanned systems become a persistent...

April 20, 2026
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Japan Proposes Mogami-Class Stealth Frigates to India with Co-Production

Japan has proposed supplying India with its cutting-edge Mogami-class frigate, coupled with a co-production arrangement that would see the ships built in Indian shipyards. The initiative underscores a significant...

April 19, 2026
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GTRE Plans Kaveri 2.0 for Future Tejas Replacement

India is revitalizing its indigenous aero-engine ambitions with the Kaveri 2.0 program, spearheaded by the Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE). Designed as a next-generation evolution of the Kaveri Dry...

April 19, 2026
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Pinaka Gains Focus as Army Reviews Grad Rocket Replacement

The Indian Army is moving toward a significant overhaul of its rocket artillery framework by replacing ageing Grad launchers with expanded deployments of the indigenous Pinaka MBRL. Plans suggest...

April 19, 2026
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DRDO Plans 100kW Laser Trials for Navy Destroyers

India is nearing a breakthrough in naval defense technology as the DRDO prepares to test a 100 kW directed energy laser system under the DURGA II program. Designed for...

April 19, 2026
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Rudram-2 Nears Final Trials, Production Expected by 2027

India is close to inducting its next-generation Rudram-2 missile, which has entered the final stages of validation and is likely to receive production approval in the near future. Developed...

April 19, 2026
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TAI TF KAAN: Overview of Turkey’s Next-Gen Fighter

The unveiling of TAI TF KAAN near Ankara marked a pivotal moment for Turkey, reflecting its ambition to achieve strategic autonomy in aerospace technology. Developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries,...

April 18, 2026
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PULS Explained: Precision Universal Launch System Overview

Modern warfare is increasingly defined by speed, precision, and connectivity, reducing the relevance of conventional artillery systems that lack flexibility. The Precise and Universal Launching System (PULS) embodies this...

April 18, 2026
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K9 Vajra-T Set for Anti-Drone Upgrade with RWS, Jammers, Akashteer

The Indian Army is implementing a major survivability upgrade for its K9 Vajra-T artillery system, enhancing its ability to defend against evolving aerial threats. Positioned near forward areas, these...