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April 16, 2026
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Australia expands missile production with deal

Australia is expanding domestic missile production through a renewed partnership between NIOA and L3Harris Technologies. The initiative focuses on producing rocket motors and warheads under the GWEO program, aiming...

April 16, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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India develops new stealth coating for subs

India is advancing its underwater warfare capability through indigenous production of anechoic rubber tiles for submarines. These tiles reduce sonar detectability by absorbing sound and minimizing internal noise transmission....

April 16, 2026
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Air Platforms
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L3Harris tests Red Wolf on Skyraider II platform

L3Harris Technologies conducted a compatibility demonstration integrating its Red Wolf launched effects system with the Skyraider II International. The test evaluated both physical fit and system interoperability. Red Wolf...

April 16, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
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US Army boosts Gray Eagle with ELINT upgrade

The United States Army has awarded General Atomics Aeronautical Systems a contract to upgrade the MQ-1C Gray Eagle ER with advanced electronic intelligence capabilities. The enhancement will enable detection...

April 16, 2026
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Australia tests first locally built GMLRS missiles

Australia has successfully tested its first domestically produced Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) at the Woomera Test Range. The system, capable of precision strikes beyond 70 km, was...

April 15, 2026
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India pushes Astra-2, BrahMos-NG for Rafale

India’s negotiations with Dassault Aviation for 114 Rafale aircraft are now focused on securing access to the Interface Control Document (ICD), enabling independent upgrades and integration of indigenous weapons....

April 15, 2026
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Air Platforms
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HAL IMRH gets new five-blade rotor system

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited has opted for a five-bladed articulated rotor system for its upcoming IMRH helicopter, replacing the hingeless design used in lighter platforms. This change addresses the structural...

April 14, 2026
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Air Platforms
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HAL Targets AR System for HTT-40 Maintenance

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited has initiated the DRISHTI challenge to modernize aircraft engine inspection processes through the integration of artificial intelligence and augmented reality technologies. The focus is on improving...

April 14, 2026
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Air Platforms
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Prachand Helicopter Induction Gains Momentum

India’s expanding fleet of attack helicopters reflects a strategic emphasis on enhancing aerial combat capabilities, battlefield mobility, and precision strike operations. The Indian Army has already inducted AH-64E Apache...

April 13, 2026
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Rheinmetall Expands Into Cruise Missile Sector

Rheinmetall’s planned joint venture with Destinus represents a strategic expansion into cruise missile production. Subject to regulatory approvals, the partnership will focus on developing and manufacturing advanced strike and...