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June 7, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Land Platforms

AVNL Advances FICV Development as Army Speeds Up BMP-2 Replacement Initiative

India’s Future Infantry Combat Vehicle (FICV) programme has moved into a crucial phase as Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) expands industry participation through fresh Expressions of Interest aimed at...

June 7, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Missile & Missile Defence

IAF and Indian Army Test Enhanced Air Defence Integration During Western Front Exercise

Under its Strategic Guidelines 2047, the Indian Army is pursuing an ambitious transformation programme aimed at creating a modern, technology-driven force capable of meeting future battlefield requirements. The strategy...

June 7, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Air Platforms

HAL Targets Production of Over 1,000 Military Helicopters in Long-Term Expansion Plan

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited is set to become the cornerstone of India’s future military helicopter fleet, with plans to manufacture around 1,000 indigenous helicopters in the 3-15 tonne category over...

June 7, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Soldier Systems

NATO Launches New Ground Force Operations to Strengthen Nordic Defences

NATO has launched new ground force operations focused on enhancing the defense and deterrence capabilities of Sweden and Finland, two of the alliance’s newest members. The operations officially began...

June 7, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Missile & Missile Defence

India Considers Private Sector Participation to Scale Up Pralay Missile Production

The Pralay missile is increasingly becoming one of the most important conventional strike systems in India’s military inventory. Developed indigenously by DRDO, the canisterised short-range quasi-ballistic missile has been...

India Evaluates Additional Submarines Under Project-75I and Advanced Kalvari Options

To reinforce its underwater combat capabilities and prevent a potential shortfall before the arrival of the indigenous Project-76 submarines, India is reportedly planning to acquire three additional conventional submarines....

June 6, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Naval Platforms

Indian Navy Upgrades Submarine Fire Detection Network to Enhance Fleet Survivability

The Indian Navy is strengthening the survivability of its submarine fleet through a comprehensive modernization programme focused on advanced fire detection, warning, and suppression technologies. Recent activities in 2026...

June 6, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Missile & Missile Defence

Rafale Conducts Supersonic Test of MICA NG Missile, Advancing Air Combat Capabilities

A major milestone has been achieved in the development of the MICA NG air-to-air missile with the successful completion of its second developmental firing from a Rafale fighter jet....

Uttam AESA Radar Demonstrates 240 km Detection Range as Tejas Prepares for Astra Mk2

The Tejas Mk1A continues to demonstrate the rapid evolution of India’s indigenous fighter aircraft programme, with recent trials showcasing the impressive capabilities of its Uttam Active Electronically Scanned Array...

June 6, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Weapons and Munition

Anadrone Unveils SHAKTI Long-Range Loitering Munition with 1,000 km Strike Reach

Anadrone Systems Private Limited, a Bengaluru-based defence technology firm, has announced the development of SHAKTI, a domestically designed long-range loitering munition capable of striking targets at ranges of up...