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DZYNE Wins USAF ULTRA Turbo Deal

DZYNE Technologies has received a contract from the US Air Force Research Laboratory to deliver its ULTRA Turbo UAV, advancing the platform toward operational deployment. The turbocharged UAV has...

Lithuania Buys Extra HIMARS Battery

Lithuania has signed a $280 million agreement with the United States to acquire an additional battery of HIMARS. The deal includes launchers, guided missiles, communication systems, and logistical support,...

May 3, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

Army Upgrades ZU-23-2 to C-UAS Role

The Indian Army has launched a major modernization program to upgrade its legacy ZU-23-2 air defence guns, transforming them into advanced counter-drone and low-altitude air defence platforms. The upgrade...

May 3, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

Dynamatic, Aerodata Pitch AeroForce X UAV

Dynamatic Technologies, in partnership with Aerodata AG, is positioning the AeroForce X UAV as a strong contender for India’s tri-service MALE UAV requirement. A key differentiator of the platform...

May 3, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

Flying Wedge Unveils Kaalbhairav UAV

Flying Wedge Defence and Aerospace has unveiled plans to develop a 1-ton MALE variant of its Kaalbhairav UAV, marking its entry into higher-end unmanned systems. The platform, designed with...

May 3, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

DRDO Develops 300kW Laser Weapon

Defence Research and Development Organisation is developing a 300 kilowatt directed energy weapon designed to engage aerial threats such as drones, missiles, and loitering munitions at ranges of up...

US Clears $4B Patriot Missile Sale to Qatar

The United States has authorized major defense sales to two key Middle Eastern partners, approving a $4 billion package for Patriot missile systems to Qatar and a separate deal...

May 2, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

Navy Plans MiG-29K AESA Radar Upgrade

The Indian Navy has initiated a significant modernization program for its MiG-29K carrier-based fighter fleet by replacing the aging Zhuk-ME radar with the indigenously developed Uttam Mk2 AESA radar....

May 2, 2026
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Land Platforms
R&D

AVNL Seeks Turret Upgrade for T-90, T-72

Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited has issued an Expression of Interest aimed at upgrading turret traverse systems for India’s T-90 and T-72 tanks. The initiative focuses on integrating advanced electromagnetic...

India to Issue Rafale RFP for 114 Jets

India is preparing to issue a Request for Proposal to Dassault Aviation for the acquisition of 114 multi-role fighter aircraft, marking a significant step in modernizing the Indian Air...