R&D

June 21, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

India’s Akash-NG Air Defense System Tailored for High-Intensity Saturation Attack Scenarios

India’s Akash-NG (New Generation) air defence system has been purpose-built to counter one of the most demanding challenges in modern warfare: large-scale cruise missile saturation attacks. According to sources...

June 21, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

ShinMaywa US-2 Amphibious Aircraft Joins US Military Exercises Amid Unfinished India Deal

The US military has been exploring the capabilities of Japan’s ShinMaywa US-2 amphibious aircraft through joint exercises aimed at enhancing maritime rescue operations and logistics support across dispersed island...

June 20, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

Indian Navy’s Loyal Wingman Program Points to a New Stealth UCAV for Carrier Operations

The Indian Navy and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) are advancing the Navy Combat Air Teaming System (N-CATS), a carrier-based Loyal Wingman unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) intended to operate...

June 20, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

Former HAL Engineer Warns Re-Engined Tejas Variant Would Need Years of Testing and Certification

According to a former engineer from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited’s (HAL) engine division, replacing the General Electric F404-IN20 engine used in the Tejas Mk1A would involve far more than a...

June 20, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

DRDO-Kalyani Showcase Next-Generation WhAP With Advanced Combat and Protection Systems

DRDO and Kalyani Group have revealed the second-generation Wheeled Armoured Platform (WhAP) 8×8, featuring substantial upgrades in firepower, protection, and battlefield awareness. The latest version moves beyond its original...

June 19, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

New Leopard 2-Based CAPINT Tank Designed to Operate Alongside Robotic Wingmen

KNDS has introduced a new main battle tank concept that could reshape the future of armored warfare for European forces. Designed with the French Army in mind, the CAPINT...

June 18, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

Uttar Pradesh to Host National Drone Warfare Center Under India’s Defense Push

India has approved the establishment of a National Military Drone Technology Hub in Uttar Pradesh with an investment of 5 billion rupees ($52.9 million), marking a significant step in...

June 18, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

F-35C Nears Capability to Deploy LRASM Following Key US Navy Tests

The US Navy has successfully concluded the initial phase of flight sciences testing for the integration of the AGM-158C Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) with the F-35C Lightning II, marking...

June 18, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

New 4×4 Tactical Platform From Thales and Renault Enables UAV and UGV Control

Thales and Renault Group have partnered to convert a 4×4 vehicle platform into a mobile command-and-control solution capable of managing a wide range of unmanned systems. Known as the...

June 17, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

France advances long-range strike capability

France is developing THUNDART, a next-generation long-range strike system designed to boost precision firepower on the battlefield. Built with advanced guidance and electronic warfare resilience, the project aims to...