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August 4, 2026
G.Krish
New Product Launches

Mitsubishi Unveils New Mizuho-Class Patrol Vessel for Japan Coast Guard

Mitsubishi Shipbuilding has launched the Japan Coast Guard’s new large patrol vessel, JS Yashima (PLH-46), at its Shimonoseki Shipyard Enoura Plant in Yamaguchi Prefecture. The 134-meter patrol ship is...

August 4, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Thailand Explores Acquisition of India’s BrahMos Supersonic Anti-Ship Missile System

Thailand is considering the acquisition of the anti-ship variant of India’s indigenous BrahMos supersonic cruise missile as part of efforts to strengthen the Royal Thai Navy’s maritime strike and...

August 3, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Garud Commandos Set to Receive Advanced High-Altitude Micro UAVs with EO/IR Surveillance Capability

MoD Seeks Advanced Micro UAVs for Indian Air Force Garud Special Forces The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has launched the procurement process for a new generation of Micro Unmanned...

August 3, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

Brahmastra Explosives Seeks to Localize Production of 128mm Plamen MLRS Technology

Brahmastra Explosives Showcases 128mm Plamen MLRS to Support Indigenous Defence Manufacturing Indian defence company Brahmastra Explosives and Ammunition has highlighted the capabilities of the 128mm Plamen multiple launch rocket...

August 3, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

BAE Systems Plans Local Manufacturing of Tridon Mk 2 V-SHORADS Platform in India

BAE Systems Eyes Local Production of Tridon Mk 2 Air Defence System in India BAE Systems is evaluating the possibility of manufacturing its Tridon Mk 2 mobile air defence...

August 3, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

India Advances Compact Air-to-Ground Missile for UAVs Featuring INS and Anti-Spoofing SAASM Technology

DRDO Developing Lightweight Precision Air-to-Ground Missile for India’s Future UAV Fleet The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is reportedly advancing the development of a lightweight air-to-ground (A2G) missile...

August 3, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

India Transitions Akash Missile Programme to Advanced Variants, Extending Production Beyond 2030

Akash Missile Production Shifts to Advanced Variants, Ensuring Long-Term Manufacturing Reports suggesting that production of India’s indigenous Akash air defence missile system is approaching its conclusion are inaccurate. According...

August 3, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Rheinmetall Secures Deal to Equip UK’s Fleet of 72 RCH 155 Self-Propelled Howitzers

Rheinmetall to Manufacture Weapon Systems for UK’s 72 RCH 155 Artillery Vehicles Rheinmetall has secured a major contract to supply the weapon systems for the United Kingdom’s fleet of...

August 2, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

Understanding C4ISR in Modern Warfare

C4ISR is the digital backbone of modern military operations, connecting sensors, communication systems, intelligence platforms, and command structures into a unified battlefield network.Rather than being a single technology, C4ISR...

August 1, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

Inside the Dassault Mirage 2000 fighter jet

The Dassault Mirage 2000 emerged as a key aircraft during the technological competition of the Cold War, offering France an advanced fighter capable of competing with leading global designs.Although...