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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
Weapons and Munition

India Strengthens Counter-Drone Defences with C-RAM and Directed Energy Weapon Systems

Modern warfare is reshaping the traditional economics of air defence. Recent conflicts have shown that advanced and costly defensive systems can be challenged not by cutting-edge combat aircraft, but...

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

India Moves to Localize Rampage Missile Production Following Operation Sindoor Performance

India is set to significantly boost indigenous production of the Israeli-origin Rampage precision strike missile following its reported success during the Indian Air Force’s Operation Sindoor in May 2025....

June 6, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Land Platforms

Zorawar Light Tank Set for Advanced Armour Upgrade Capable of Defeating 30 mm APFSDS Rounds

The Zorawar Light Tank, India’s indigenous high-altitude armoured vehicle programme, is expected to receive a major protection upgrade with the Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL) developing advanced armour capable...

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...

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
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....

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