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June 6, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

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

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...

June 6, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

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

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 5, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Brazil Plans Expansion of Gripen Fleet with 20 More Aircraft

Brazil is seeking to expand its fleet of Saab Gripen E/F fighters by acquiring 20 additional aircraft from Saab, supplementing the 36 jets already on order, according to Pål...

June 5, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

New Dutch Facility to Accelerate Delivery of 100 THeMIS UGVs to Ukraine

Milrem Robotics and VDL Defentec have launched a new production facility in the Netherlands to support the delivery of 100 THeMIS unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) to Ukraine. The production...

June 5, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

Mobile HELIOS Laser Concept Advances for Wider Naval Integration

A containerized version of the US Navy’s 60-kilowatt-class HELIOS laser weapon is gaining momentum as US lawmakers advocate increased funding for more deployable and flexible directed-energy capabilities. The proposed...

June 5, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

RapidDestroyer RF System Downs 80 Drones in Demonstration Trials

Thales has successfully tested its new radio frequency (RF) directed-energy weapon, RapidDestroyer, neutralizing 80 drones during recent trials and demonstrating increasing maturity for operational deployment against unmanned aerial threats....

June 5, 2026
G.Krish
New Product Launches

Estonian Firm Vegvisir Launches New Battlefield Networking and Command Solutions

Estonian defense technology company Vegvisir will showcase a range of new solutions at Eurosatory 2026 aimed at enhancing battlefield connectivity and situational awareness in contested operational environments. A key...

June 5, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

GRIZZLY Containerized System Achieves Initial Drone Kill During JAGM Test

Lockheed Martin has successfully demonstrated its GRIZZLY containerized launcher by using a Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM) to destroy a Group 3 one-way attack drone, marking the first test of...