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May 10, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

India Carrier-Killer Trials Move Ahead

India’s long-range anti-ship missile initiative, often described as a “carrier-killer” capability, has reportedly advanced beyond initial development with three developmental trials already completed. The program is now preparing for...

May 9, 2026
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Air Platforms

Godrej Leads AMCA Engine Push

Godrej Aerospace has emerged as a leading contender for India’s Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) engine initiative as Gas Turbine Research Establishment expands its search for industrial partners under...

May 9, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Adani Delivers ULPGM, AGNIKAA VTOL

Adani Defence & Aerospace has delivered the ULPGM precision-guided missile and AGNIKAA VTOL-I FPV loitering munition to the Indian Army under the Emergency Procurement-6 framework. The systems represent a...

May 9, 2026
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Soldier Systems

Poland Signs $52B Defense Loan Deal

Poland has become the first nation to finalize a loan agreement under the European Union’s SAFE defence initiative, securing nearly 43.7 billion euros to modernize its military and defence...

May 8, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

USAF Picks L3Harris for C2 Upgrade

L3Harris Technologies has been selected by the US Air Force to develop key elements of the military’s Advanced Battle Management System, a secure command-and-control network designed to connect multidomain...

May 8, 2026
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Training and Simulation

Cubic to Supply 140 F-35 Training Units

Cubic Defense has secured a follow-on contract to provide 140 P5 Internal Subsystems for Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II Lot 21 aircraft production. Developed with subcontractor Leonardo DRS, the...

May 8, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

India Advances 300kW Laser Weapon

India is advancing development of a 300-kilowatt directed-energy weapon capable of engaging aerial threats at ranges up to 20 kilometers. The laser-based system integrates advanced beam-generation technologies, including high-gain...

May 7, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

ADE Reveals High-Speed Swarm Drones

India’s Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE) has revealed the first image of its new attritable high-speed stealth swarm drones, representing a major advancement in India’s unmanned warfare capabilities. Inspired by...

May 7, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Tonbo Unveils SharkJet Munition

Indian defense technology company Tonbo Imaging has introduced its new jet-powered loitering munition called SharkJet at the North Tech Symposium 2026 in Prayagraj. Designed as a high-speed autonomous strike...

May 7, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Kopin Wins $21.5M Thermal Sight Deal

Kopin has received a $21.5-million follow-on contract to manufacture thermal imaging assemblies for a portable US military weapon platform designed for battlefield operations in demanding environments. The Massachusetts-based company...