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April 18, 2026
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Tata Advanced Systems Builds Next-Gen UGV for Defence

Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) has unveiled a next-generation Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV), reinforcing India’s focus on developing indigenous unmanned solutions for modern warfare. The fully tracked system, built...

April 18, 2026
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Scorpéne Upgrade May Bring LiB Submarine with BrahMos-NG VLS

Naval Group has enhanced its proposal to the Indian Navy with the Scorpéne Evolved, an advanced submarine variant designed to significantly outperform the current Kalvari-class fleet. The platform aims...

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...

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 17, 2026
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DRDO Gets 3-Year Support Deal for Prithvi-II Systems

India is undertaking a significant maintenance and upgrade cycle for its Prithvi-II ballistic missile system, with the DRDO’s Research Centre Imarat (RCI) issuing key tenders to sustain its operational...

April 17, 2026
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Dynamatic Technologies Plans 2-Ton ‘Super-Cheel’ MALE UAV Development

Dynamatic Technologies, led by CEO Udayant Malhoutra, has announced the development of Super-Cheel, a next-generation unmanned aerial system in the 2-tonne class capable of sustaining flight for up to...

April 17, 2026
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Raytheon Tests AI Vision System on Black Hawk in Zero-Light Flight

The UH-60 Black Hawk has received a major sensor upgrade with the integration of a new advanced observation system. Raytheon recently conducted flight tests of its RAIVEN Staring system,...

April 17, 2026
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Mergers & JV

Navantia and thyssenkrupp Join Forces for Submarine Projects

Navantia has partnered with thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) through a memorandum of understanding to pursue joint submarine shipbuilding opportunities across Europe, NATO, and international markets. The collaboration aims to...

April 17, 2026
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EDGE Group Partners With Brazilian Army for Special Forces Weapons Trials

EDGE Group has entered into a cooperation framework with the Brazilian Army to support testing and evaluation of advanced small arms for special operations units. The assessments will take...

April 17, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Raytheon Secures $904M US Army Deal for LTAMDS Systems

The US Army has issued a $904.6 million contract to Raytheon for the low-rate initial production of its Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor (LTAMDS). The agreement covers...