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March 25, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Ireland-Based Aluminum Facility Linked to Russian Defense Supply Network

A major Irish alumina facility has been identified as having indirect connections to Russia’s military supply network, despite remaining compliant with current EU sanctions, according to a joint review...

March 25, 2026
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Germany Starts Induction of Steyr GL-40 Grenade Launchers Amid Expanded Procurement

Germany has begun receiving GL-40 grenade launchers from Austria-based Steyr Arms under an expanded procurement tied to a 2024 agreement. According to Steyr, initial deliveries have departed its Kleinraming...

March 25, 2026
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Mergers & JV

US Army and Navy Partner to Develop Deployable AI Translation System

US military forces are addressing a critical battlefield challenge by advancing real-time, cross-language communication capabilities in operational settings. Through a joint effort, the Army and Navy are developing a...

March 24, 2026
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R&D

DRDO Initiates Ground Trials of ‘Bhaumi’ Stand-Off Weapon for Su-30MKI

India is moving forward in boosting its long-range strike capabilities with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) initiating groundwork for trials of the “Bhaumi” (BHM) stand-off weapon, which...

March 24, 2026
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Indian Army Eyes Helicopter-Based Anti-Drone System to Tackle Aerial Threats

Under Defence India Startup Challenge 14 (DISC 14), India has identified a critical weakness in Army Aviation and is seeking industry solutions for a helicopter-integrated anti-drone system. The initiative...

March 24, 2026
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Financial and Investment Updates

India Plans ₹40,000 Crore Investment in Eight Next-Gen Corvettes

India is on the verge of a major boost to its naval capabilities, with the Cabinet Committee on Security likely to approve a ₹40,000 crore initiative to build eight...

March 24, 2026
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IAF to Equip Su-30MKI With DRDO’s Supersonic LRASSCM for Extended Strike Capability

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has advanced India’s indigenous strike capabilities with the clearance of the Long Range Air-to-Surface Supersonic Cruise Missile (LRASSCM), a system set to...

March 24, 2026
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Zen Technologies Expands Defence Portfolio Through Acquisitions, AI, and Major MoD Deal

Hyderabad-based Zen Technologies is repositioning itself as a broader defence technology player, moving beyond its traditional focus on combat simulators to deliver advanced systems for the Indian military and...

March 24, 2026
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US and Japan Advance Aegis Integration With First Live SPY-7 Radar Test

In a major step toward operational deployment, the US Missile Defense Agency has completed its first live-target tracking trial with the AN/SPY-7(V)1 radar, supporting its integration into Japan’s Aegis...

March 24, 2026
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US Army Receives First Optionally Piloted Black Hawk Helicopter

An experimental UH-60Mx optionally piloted Black Hawk has been transferred to the US Army by Sikorsky and DARPA for advanced testing, representing a major step toward operational autonomy and...