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Viper Mach 2 sniper rifle unveiled in India

India’s SSS Defence has unveiled the Viper Mach 2 sniper rifle, an upgraded version of its indigenous precision weapon platform featuring a redesigned chassis, lighter structure, and improved ergonomics....

India develops advanced armor for FRCV tanks

India’s Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory is developing advanced armour systems for the Future Ready Combat Vehicle (FRCV) capable of countering modern armor-piercing kinetic energy threats in the 600–800 mm...

May 25, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Astra Mk3 Gandiva enters flight test phase

India’s Astra Mk3 long-range air-to-air missile program is entering a crucial testing phase as DRDO prepares for airborne integration and live-fire trials scheduled during 2027–2028. Powered by Solid Fuel...

SSS Defence Supplies G72 SMGs to Punjab Police

SSS Defence has completed another delivery of its indigenous G72 submachine guns to the Punjab Police, highlighting growing adoption of domestically manufactured small arms by Indian security forces. Chambered...

May 24, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

Russia’s MiG-35: Modern Multirole Fighter

Russia’s MiG-35 fighter represents an advanced evolution of the MiG-29 platform, combining upgraded avionics, multirole combat capability, and improved maneuverability in a cost-effective fourth-generation fighter design. Developed by Mikoyan,...

Taiwan Reports 100+ Chinese Naval Vessels

Taiwan has reported a major increase in Chinese maritime deployments, with more than 100 Chinese navy, coast guard, and support vessels operating across regional waters from the Yellow Sea...

Poland to Get First F-35 Fighter Jets Delivery

Poland has begun receiving its first F-35 stealth fighter jets under a $4.6-billion agreement signed with the United States in 2020. The delivery comes as Warsaw continues strengthening its...

May 23, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

MK 48 Torpedo: Powerful Undersea Weapon System

The MK 48 heavyweight torpedo remains one of the world’s most advanced submarine-launched weapons, designed for long-range anti-ship and anti-submarine warfare. Developed during the Cold War for the US...

May 23, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

India Builds 105mm Gun for Zorawar Light Tank

India has initiated development of an indigenous 105mm gun for the Zorawar Light Battle Tank program, aiming to reduce dependence on imported armament systems. The locally developed weapon is...

May 23, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

Army Builds LVCCS for Precision Artillery Strikes

The Indian Army is developing the Land Vectors Control and Coordination System (LVCCS), an indigenous digital battlefield network designed to automate and integrate land-based precision strike operations. The system...