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April 6, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

New Aerial Counter-UAV Capability in Development

Honeywell and Odys Aviation have jointly developed a next-generation airborne solution to counter drone threats over large areas. By combining the SAMURAI system with a VTOL aircraft, the platform...

April 6, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Ramjet UAV Concept for High-Speed Strikes

India is exploring high-speed loitering drones equipped with ramjet propulsion to enhance strike capabilities. These systems operate faster than conventional drones, enabling them to evade defenses and reach targets...

April 6, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

AI Swarm UAV Marks New Warfare Capability

The Sheshnag20 represents India’s move toward swarm-based drone warfare, offering enhanced coordination and adaptability. Unlike traditional drones, it operates as a networked system, allowing multiple units to execute missions...

April 6, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Sub Upgrade to Boost Long-Range Strike Power

India is considering modifying its S4 submarine design into a cruise missile carrier to address gaps in naval strike capability. This concept allows deployment of multiple precision-guided missiles from...

April 5, 2026
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Naval Platforms

India Advances Self-Reliant Nuclear Sub Program

India has strengthened its nuclear submarine fleet with INS Aridhaman, which is mostly built using local technology. The next submarine, called S4*, will be even more advanced, with up...

April 5, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

New Hypersonic Weapons Reshape Strategy

India is rapidly building powerful hypersonic weapons that can travel faster than sound at extreme speeds. Systems like Dhvani and other missiles can strike targets far away while avoiding...

April 2, 2026
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Air Platforms

New Air-to-Air Missile Program Launched

The UK and France are teaming up to build the next-generation air-to-air missile that will replace the powerful Meteor missile. They have signed an agreement to study new technologies...

April 2, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

K9 Howitzer Proposed for US Mobile Artillery

Hanwha Defense is offering its K9 mobile howitzer to the US Army as part of a plan to replace older artillery systems. The K9 is already used in many...

April 2, 2026
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Air Platforms

US Expands Military Use of Additive Manufacturing

The US military is increasingly using 3D printing to build parts faster and more efficiently, and Stratasys is playing a key role in this effort. The company is helping...

April 1, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Latvia Builds Next-Gen Defense Catamaran

Latvia is advancing its maritime defense capabilities with the development of the LNT-27 tactical catamaran, a next-generation offshore vessel tailored for modern security challenges. Designed as a multi-role platform,...