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April 16, 2026
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India Deploys GaN Radar Tech for 450 Km Detection

India is advancing its early warning and surveillance capabilities with plans to develop a 4D Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) long-range radar powered by Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology. The...

April 16, 2026
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NIOA-L3Harris Deal Expands Australia Missile Production

Australia is advancing plans to develop sovereign missile component manufacturing, as NIOA and L3Harris Technologies expand their collaboration on local production of rocket motors and warheads. The renewed strategic...

April 16, 2026
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New Indian Submarine Coating Enhances Naval Stealth

India has been steadily advancing its drive for self-reliance in critical naval technologies, with one of the most strategically important yet underreported achievements being the indigenous development of submarine...

April 15, 2026
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India Advocates Integration of Astra-2, BrahMos-NG in 114 Rafale Procurement

India’s negotiations with Dassault Aviation for the procurement of 114 Rafale fighter jets are entering a निर्णायक stage, with emphasis shifting from acquisition to long-term operational sovereignty. A key...

April 15, 2026
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IMRH Helicopter to Use New Five-Blade Rotor, Departing from Dhruv Design

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited is moving to a five-bladed articulated rotor system for its upcoming Indian Multi-Role Helicopter (IMRH), marking a clear shift from the hingeless rotor design used on...

April 14, 2026
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HAL Develops AI and AR-Driven Inspection System for HTT-40 Engine Upkeep

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited has launched a new DRISHTI challenge aimed at developing an AI- and Augmented Reality (AR)-enabled visual inspection system for the TPE331-12B engine used in the HTT-40...

April 14, 2026
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Indian Armed Forces Ramp Up Attack Helicopter Fleets with Faster Prachand Induction

India’s armed forces are progressively expanding their dedicated attack helicopter fleets as part of a wider modernization push, with a clear focus on improving battlefield mobility, precision strike capability,...

April 13, 2026
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Rheinmetall Broadens Portfolio with Entry into Cruise Missile Segment

German defense major Rheinmetall announced on Monday that it will enter cruise missile production for the first time through a partnership with Dutch defense company Destinus. Subject to regulatory...

April 13, 2026
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Finland Boosts Artillery Strength with 112 More K9 Systems

Finland has finalized a contract with South Korea to procure an additional 112 K9 Thunder self-propelled howitzers from the inventory of the South Korean Armed Forces. The government-to-government agreement,...

April 12, 2026
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AI Enhancements Planned for HAL CATS Warrior Loyal Wingman

India’s Combat Air Teaming System (CATS) Warrior loyal wingman program is set for major upgrades in artificial intelligence and autonomy, as Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) enhances its Manned-Unmanned Teaming...