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May 2, 2026
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Dynamatic builds 20 km EO/IR payload

Dynamatic Technologies is advancing into the ISR domain with the development of an indigenous stabilised electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) payload. The system features multi-axis gimbal stabilisation for high-quality imaging under dynamic...

India to issue Rafale RFP to Dassault

Indian Air Force is preparing to issue a Request for Proposal to Dassault Aviation for the acquisition of 114 multi-role fighter aircraft. The plan includes 18 aircraft in flyaway...

May 2, 2026
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GTRE seeks partner for ignition system

Gas Turbine Research Establishment has launched an initiative to develop an indigenous High Energy Ignition system for future fighter engines under programs like AMCA and Tejas Mk2. The HEI...

May 2, 2026
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AVNL seeks turret upgrades for T-90, T-72

Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited has initiated a key modernization effort through an Expression of Interest for advanced electromagnetic turret traverse systems for T-72 and T-90 tanks. This upgrade replaces...

May 2, 2026
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MiG-29K to get Uttam AESA radar upgrade

The Indian Navy is undertaking a major modernization of its MiG-29K fleet by replacing the Russian-origin Zhuk-ME radar with the indigenous Uttam Mk2 AESA radar developed by DRDO’s LRDE....

US clears $4B Patriot missile sale to Qatar

The US State Department has approved major defense sales totaling nearly $5 billion, including Patriot missile systems for Qatar and precision-guided weapons for Israel. The $4 billion Patriot package...

Textron unveils armed UGV system

Textron Systems and Howe & Howe have introduced the RIPSAW M1 unmanned ground vehicle, designed for modern battlefield operations. Built on a modular open systems architecture, the platform allows...

May 1, 2026
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India builds AI radar for Mach 5 threats

India is developing advanced radar systems to detect hypersonic missiles traveling at speeds above Mach 5. A major challenge lies in the plasma layer generated around such missiles due...

May 1, 2026
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Redback IFV future warfare overview

The AS21 Redback IFV, developed by Hanwha Aerospace, is a next-generation armored platform selected under Australia’s LAND 400 Phase 3 program. It features advanced survivability through layered armor, active...

US Army buys Thor multi-mission drones

The US Army has awarded Mistral a $20 million contract to deliver Thor mini unmanned aerial systems, developed in collaboration with Elbit Systems subsidiary Fuse. The Group 2 UAV...