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August 16, 2026
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Vertotech reveals 120-km V-RUDRA missile concept

Bengaluru-based defense startup Vertotech Aerospace has announced the development of V-RUDRA, an indigenous medium-range surface-to-air missile concept intended to strengthen air-defense capabilities against a variety of aerial threats.The proposed...

August 15, 2026
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Astra expects QRSAM orders for three Army regiments

Astra Microwave – QRSAM Production OpportunityAstra Microwave Products is anticipating formal production orders for the first three regiments of India’s Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air Missile (QRSAM) system before the end...

August 13, 2026
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Kodiak launcher undergoes successful GMLRS firing test

Lockheed Martin Tests New Container-Based Precision Strike SystemLockheed Martin has reached a new milestone in its development of the Kodiak containerized launcher, conducting its first live-fire demonstration with a...

August 12, 2026
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KBR Wins US Army Precision Strike Role

KBR has secured a potential $208 million task order from the US Army to support its Tactical Aviation and Ground Munitions Project Office as the service seeks to accelerate...

August 11, 2026
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Lockheed builds common technology base for future missiles

Lockheed Martin is introducing a new family of modular technologies intended to make missile systems more flexible and adaptable across different missions. The initiative is centered on Strigo, a...

August 10, 2026
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Raytheon expands SM-3 Block IIA production

The US Missile Defense Agency has awarded Raytheon a $745.4 million contract to manufacture and assemble Standard Missile-3 Block IIA interceptors for the United States and Japan. The contract...

August 10, 2026
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Australia moves toward first AIM-260 acquisition

Australia is allocating almost A$736 million, equivalent to about US$520.1 million, to acquire the AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile for the Royal Australian Air Force. Defence Minister Richard Marles...

August 9, 2026
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BrahMos gains global attention as Indian export star

The BrahMos supersonic cruise missile has attracted increased international attention following its reported performance during Operation Sindoor. According to the source, the missile demonstrated high accuracy and effectiveness and...

August 8, 2026
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Agni missiles use fuel-saving route optimization

India’s Agni family of long-range ballistic missiles can use a significant portion of its propellant during sharp mid-course corrections conducted in test flights, according to former DRDO Chairman S...

August 8, 2026
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Why India needs a high-volume 500-km cruise missile

India has developed a broad range of long-range strike systems, including BrahMos and the planned Long-Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LR-LACM). However, modern conflicts highlight the value of sustained...