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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 16, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Dynetics Wins $617M IFPC Air Defense Contract

The U.S. Army has granted Dynetics a $617 million contract to produce Indirect Fire Protection Capability (IFPC) Increment 2 systems, reinforcing efforts to enhance air and missile defense. The...

April 16, 2026
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Australia Trials First Indigenous GMLRS Missiles

Australia has carried out its first live-fire test of locally manufactured Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) missiles at the Woomera Test Range, marking a key step in developing...

April 16, 2026
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Australia Boosts Missile Output With NIOA-L3Harris Pact

Australia is taking further steps toward building an independent missile manufacturing capability, with NIOA and L3Harris Technologies strengthening their partnership to produce rocket motors and warheads domestically. The renewed...

April 15, 2026
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Financial and Investment Updates

US Grants Northrop $475M Contract for Hypersonic Glide Interceptor Development

The US Missile Defense Agency has expanded its investment in hypersonic defense by awarding a $475 million contract increase to Northrop Grumman for the Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI) program,...

April 15, 2026
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Ukraine Secures $3.7B Patriot Missile Interceptors From Raytheon

RTX Corporation subsidiary Raytheon has secured a $3.7 billion contract to supply Guidance Enhanced Missile–Tactical (GEM-T) interceptors for Ukraine’s MIM-104 Patriot network, strengthening its air defense capabilities against diverse...

April 15, 2026
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India Seeks Astra-2, BrahMos-NG and More Indigenous Weapons in 114 Rafale Deal

Talks between India and Dassault Aviation for the acquisition of 114 Rafale fighters are reaching a pivotal phase, with New Delhi prioritizing long-term control over upgrades and weapons integration....

April 14, 2026
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Estonia Cancels IFV Upgrade Plan, Prioritizes Drone and Air Defense Investments

Estonia has decided to pause its €500 million ($589 million) program to replace its infantry fighting vehicles, shifting its investment priorities toward drones, air defense systems, and uncrewed technologies....

April 14, 2026
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DRDO’s Indigenous MPATGM Gets Army Nod for Procurement and Deployment

The Indian Army has cleared the procurement of the indigenously developed Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM), marking a significant boost to both its infantry combat capabilities and India’s...

April 13, 2026
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Rheinmetall Moves into Cruise Missile Development Space

Rheinmetall revealed Monday that it is set to begin manufacturing cruise missiles for the first time, as part of a new collaboration with Dutch defense firm Destinus. Pending regulatory...