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April 18, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

India Eyes LiB-Powered Scorpéne Sub with BrahMos-NG Capability

Naval Group has proposed the Scorpéne Evolved to the Indian Navy, a next-generation upgrade that represents a major technological advancement over the existing Kalvari-class submarines. The offering is intended...

April 18, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

K9 Vajra-T to Receive Counter-Drone Suite with RWS and Jamming Systems

The Indian Army is upgrading its K9 Vajra-T 155mm/52-caliber self-propelled howitzer with advanced survivability enhancements, transforming it into a digitized combat platform capable of countering modern aerial threats. Operating...

April 18, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

Understanding PULS: A Guide to the Universal Launch System

In today’s era of network-centric warfare, traditional tube artillery and legacy rocket systems are increasingly уступed by platforms capable of rapidly shifting targets with precision. The Precise and Universal...

April 17, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

DRDO Wins Lifecycle Support Contract for Prithvi-II Upgrade Program

India’s legacy Prithvi-II ballistic missile is undergoing a critical phase of maintenance and modernization, led by the DRDO’s Research Centre Imarat (RCI). As India advances next-generation solid-fuel systems such...

April 17, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

Dynamatic Technologies Reveals 2-Ton ‘Super-Cheel’ Drone Program

Dynamatic Technologies CEO and Managing Director Udayant Malhoutra has confirmed the development of an advanced unmanned aerial system, Super-Cheel, a 2-tonne-class platform designed for up to 30 hours of...

April 17, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

Raytheon Demonstrates AI ‘Eye’ on Black Hawk in Night Conditions

The UH-60 Black Hawk has been equipped with a new advanced sensing capability. In a recent flight demonstration, Raytheon tested its RAIVEN Staring system using the helicopter as an...

April 17, 2026
G.Krish
Mergers & JV

Navantia, thyssenkrupp Partner on Global Submarine Builds

Navantia and thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly explore submarine shipbuilding opportunities across Europe, NATO, and global markets. The agreement focuses on strengthening...

April 17, 2026
G.Krish
Mergers & JV

EDGE Group and Brazilian Army Collaborate on Small Arms Testing

EDGE Group has partnered with the Brazilian Army to establish a teaming framework for evaluating next-generation small arms intended for special forces. The trials will be conducted in demanding...

April 17, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Raytheon Awarded $904M Contract for LTAMDS Production

The US Army has awarded Raytheon a $904.6 million contract for the low-rate initial production of Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensors (LTAMDS). The contract includes five radar...

April 17, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

Rheinmetall Launches Construction of Final Type 424 Recon Vessel

Rheinmetall’s shipbuilding division Naval Vessels Lürssen (NVL) has commenced construction of the third and final Type 424 signals intelligence (SIGINT) and reconnaissance vessel for the German Navy. The milestone,...