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March 31, 2026
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AIM-260 JATM: Next-Gen US Air Combat Missile

The US Air Force and US Navy are advancing air combat capabilities with the AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile (JATM), developed by Lockheed Martin. This next-generation beyond-visual-range missile is...

Hoverlt Launches AI Loitering Munition DIVYASTRA

HoverIt is developing the DIVYASTRA MKI, an autonomous loitering munition system capable of surveillance and precision strikes. With a 500 km range and up to five hours of endurance,...

March 26, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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India-Japan UNICORN Radar Deal Nears Completion

India and Japan are advancing collaboration on the UNICORN radar mast system, a next-generation naval technology integrating sensors into a single stealth structure. This system enhances warship survivability and...

March 26, 2026
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Land Platforms
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Ashok Leyland Reveals New Mine-Protected Vehicle

Ashok Leyland has introduced a new 4×4 Mine Protected Vehicle (MPV) designed for high-risk operations. Built for counter-insurgency roles, it offers strong ballistic and blast protection, capable of withstanding...

March 26, 2026
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Air Platforms
New Product Launches

Brazil Unveils First Locally Built Gripen E

Brazil has unveiled its first domestically assembled Gripen E fighter jet at Embraer’s facility, marking a milestone in its aerospace capabilities. Built in collaboration with Saab, the aircraft is...

US Approves $340M Hypersonic Support for Japan

The US State Department has approved a $340 million support package for Japan’s Hypersonic Velocity Gliding Projectile (HVGP) initiative. This agreement includes testing assistance, coordination activities, logistics, and technical...

US Buys Torpedo Launch System From L3Harris

The US Navy is advancing undersea warfare with a system that allows submarines to deploy and recover autonomous vehicles without surfacing. Developed by L3Harris Technologies, the TTLR system supports...

Germany Funds 15,000 Interceptor Drones for Ukraine

Germany has commissioned Quantum Systems to supply 15,000 Strila interceptor drones to Ukraine’s National Guard. These high-speed drones are designed to counter aerial threats like loitering munitions. With rapid...

March 26, 2026
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India Starts Helicopter-Launched Drone Program

The Indian Air Force has launched the Vaayu Baan project to deploy drones from helicopters for surveillance and strike missions. Designed for stand-off operations, the system features real-time video...

UK to Train, Support Turkey’s Typhoon Fleet

The UK has partnered with Turkey to support its Eurofighter Typhoon fleet through training, equipment, and technical services. BAE Systems will provide simulators, spare parts, and engineering support, while...