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March 26, 2026
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India and Japan Close in on UNICORN Radar Deal to Strengthen Next-Generation Naval Stealth

India and Japan are nearing the finalisation of an agreement for the co-development and co-production of the advanced UNICORN radar system, marking a major milestone in strengthening bilateral defence...

March 26, 2026
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Ashok Leyland Introduces New Mine-Resistant Vehicle for Critical Security Operations

Ashok Leyland Defence Systems has introduced a new 4×4 Mine Protected Vehicle (MPV) aimed at improving survivability and mobility for security forces operating in high-risk environments. The platform is...

March 26, 2026
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Brazil Introduces Its First Indigenous Gripen E Fighter Jet

Brazil has officially revealed its first locally manufactured Gripen E fighter jet during a ceremony held at Embraer’s Gavião Peixoto facility in São Paulo state. Domestic production took place...

March 26, 2026
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US Clears $340M Deal Supporting Japan’s Hypersonic Gliding Projectile Program

The US State Department has cleared a $340 million foreign military sale to support Japan’s upgraded Hyper Velocity Gliding Projectile (HVGP) program, covering a range of equipment and services....

March 26, 2026
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US Acquires Torpedo Launch and Retrieval Capability from L3Harris

The US Navy is enhancing its undersea warfare capabilities with the development of a new system that enables submarines to deploy and recover autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) without the...

March 26, 2026
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Germany Commits to Financing 15,000 Interceptor Drones for Ukraine

Germany has commissioned Quantum Systems to supply 15,000 Strila interceptor drones—manufactured in Ukraine—to the National Guard of Ukraine, strengthening its capacity to counter Russian drone threats. The agreement also...

March 26, 2026
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India Kicks Off Program for Drones Deployable from Helicopters

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has initiated a helicopter-launched drone program aimed at enhancing the operational reach and survivability of its rotary-wing assets. Known as Vaayu Baan (air arrow),...

March 26, 2026
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Britain to Offer Comprehensive Training and Support for Turkey’s Typhoon Jets

The UK has finalized an agreement with Turkey to supply training, support equipment, and associated services for Ankara’s planned fleet of Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft. As part of the deal,...

March 26, 2026
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US Plans Drone Training Program as Part of African Lion 2026

The US Army is set to roll out unmanned aerial system (UAS) training as part of the African Lion 2026 exercise, aiming to enhance regional security capabilities while integrating...

March 25, 2026
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India’s Svaayatt Systems Showcases Weaponized SGV-500 Combat Robot for Upcoming Demo

India’s defence startup ecosystem is continuing to expand, with Vadodara-based Svaayatt Systems Pvt Ltd announcing the successful development of its unmanned multi-terrain ground vehicle, the SGV-500 Scorpion. The company...