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June 14, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Missile & Missile Defence

Air-Launched ET-LDHCM Concept Explores Advanced Ramjet-Scramjet Engine Technology

As India’s Extended Trajectory Long Duration Hypersonic Cruise Missile (ET-LDHCM) program advances, defense researchers are exploring the possibility of developing an air-launched version that could be integrated with future...

June 13, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Air Platforms

Tejas Mk1A Positioned to Lead India’s Manned-Unmanned Air Combat Operations

Much of the discussion surrounding the Tejas Mk1A fighter aircraft tends to focus on its active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar, enhanced electronic warfare systems, beyond-visual-range missile capability, and...

June 13, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Missile & Missile Defence

India Advances Indigenous Naval Strike Capability with NASM-MR Maiden Flight

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has reportedly conducted the maiden flight test of the Naval Anti-Ship Missile–Medium Range (NASM-MR), according to a report by the Hindustan Times....

June 13, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Unmanned Systems

Hild Defence Wins Army Orders for Atlas Attack UAV and Talon Kamikaze Drone

Indian drone manufacturer Hild Defence and Aerospace has secured multiple contracts from the Indian Army for its indigenous unmanned aerial systems, underscoring the military’s increasing focus on domestically developed...

June 12, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Naval Platforms

New Ultra Maritime Sonobuoy Advances UK Autonomous Submarine-Hunting Efforts

Ultra Maritime has successfully conducted the first in-water test of its new Multistatic Active Receive Sonobuoy (MSARS) in Scotland, marking a significant step in enhancing the UK’s anti-submarine warfare...

AI Air Defense Specialist Alta Ares Secures Major Funding for Global Expansion

French-Ukrainian defense technology firm Alta Ares, specializing in AI-powered air defense solutions, has raised €50 million ($57 million) in fresh funding to expand production capacity, advance technology development, and...

June 12, 2026
G.Krish
New Product Launches
Land Platforms

Plasan Introduces Trio of Armor Protection Systems for Combat Vehicles

Israeli defense company Plasan has introduced three new protection solutions designed to address the key threats that have exposed armored vehicle vulnerabilities in modern warfare, including drone attacks from...

June 12, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Communication and Electronics