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Blue Origin Unveils Northstar: A More Powerful, Lighter Rocket Engine Built for Faster Production

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Blue Origin has introduced Northstar, a new rocket booster engine designed to deliver greater thrust while weighing significantly less and requiring fewer components than its predecessor. The new engine produces 715,000 pounds-force of thrust, marking an important development in the company’s efforts to advance rocket propulsion technology and strengthen its position in the commercial space industry.

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INFINITY and Rolls-Royce Join Hands to Boost Britain’s Nuclear Submarine Manufacturing Capabilities

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Rolls-Royce INFINITY Derby Technology Park for Submarine Production: Rolls-Royce Submarines has partnered with INFINITY to develop advanced manufacturing capabilities at a planned 200-acre technology park in Derby, United Kingdom. The collaboration aims to accelerate the development of large-scale prototypes, expand domestic production capacity and strengthen Britain’s ability to manufacture strategically important defence components.

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What Is the Pralay Missile? Understanding Its Strategic Importance for India’s Security

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DRDO’s Pralay Test: A New Dimension to India’s Missile Capabilities and Deterrence. India’s efforts to strengthen its indigenous missile capabilities have received another boost with the successful flight-test of the Pralay quasi-ballistic missile on November 5. The latest test, conducted by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) off the Odisha coast, marks an important…

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Navy

Naval Combat Cloud, F110 IAMD and Autonomous Ships: Navantia’s Vision for Future Navies

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Navantia at Euronaval 2026: Navantia has unveiled its vision for the future of naval warfare at Euronaval 2026 in Paris, showcasing a combination of advanced combat systems, digitally connected warships, integrated air and missile defence capabilities and autonomous vessels. The Spanish shipbuilder’s proposals reflect how rapidly naval operations are changing as militaries face increasingly sophisticated threats and seek to make greater use of digital technology and uncrewed platforms.

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Indian Air Force Partners with IIT Madras to Develop Indigenous Secure Digital Communication System for Aircraft

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India Moves Towards Self-Reliance in Airborne Communications as IAF Partners with IIT Madras. The Indian Air Force (IAF) has taken another step towards strengthening India’s defence technology capabilities by partnering with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation to develop an indigenous digital communication system for airborne applications. The…

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India Revises Military Recruitment Policy, Creating New Pathway for Temporary Soldiers to Join Regular Armed Forces

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New Agnipath Scheme: The Union Cabinet has approved a significant change to the Agnipath recruitment scheme, creating a new pathway through which Agniveers can seek regular employment in the Indian Defence Forces after completing an extended period of service. The decision, announced on 4 November 2026, follows four years of implementation of the Agnipath scheme and an assessment of the performance, skills and operational contribution of Agniveers across the armed forces.

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IPRD 2026: India Seeks Stronger Maritime Partnerships to Secure Trade Routes and Indo-Pacific Stability

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Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue (IPRD) 2026: India has called for deeper regional cooperation, diversified supply chains and stronger maritime infrastructure to address growing security challenges in the Indo-Pacific, underlining the need for countries to work together to protect vital sea routes and strengthen economic and strategic interdependence.

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Hanwha and WB Group Begin Construction of Guided Missile Plant in Poland for HOMAR-K System

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Hanwha WB Advanced System (HWBAS) Poland Facility: Poland has taken another step towards strengthening its domestic defence manufacturing capabilities with the groundbreaking of a new guided missile production facility in Gorzów Wielkopolski. The project, being developed by Hanwha WB Advanced System (HWBAS), a joint venture between South Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace and Poland’s WB Electronics, is expected to establish a local manufacturing base for CGR080 guided missiles used by the Polish Armed Forces.

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Why Rafale Marine’s Landing on INS Vikrant Matters for India’s Maritime Ambitions

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Rafale Marine Landing on INS Vikrant: The successful landing of a French-origin Rafale Marine fighter aircraft on India’s indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant marks an important milestone in the modernisation of the Indian Navy. The aircraft completed its maiden landing on the carrier on 29 October 2026, succeeding on its first attempt during ongoing trials off Goa. The Indian Navy described the achievement as one of the first steps towards operationalising the Rafale Marine in its fleet.

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Bay of Bengal Security: How Seven BIMSTEC Nations Are Strengthening Maritime Cooperation

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BIMSTEC Maritime Security Exercise: The Bay of Bengal is emerging as an increasingly important maritime space for South and South-East Asia, connecting economies, facilitating international trade and supporting regional energy and economic security. Against this backdrop, seven BIMSTEC member nations are coming together for a significant new initiative: the inaugural BIMSTEC Maritime Security Exercise, scheduled from 30 October to 3 November 2026.

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Germany’s Helsing targets Russia’s high-speed attack drones with two new interceptor missiles

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Helsing unveils AI-powered interceptor missiles to counter Russia’s faster Geran drones. Germany-based defence technology company Helsing has unveiled a new air defence system designed to tackle one of the biggest challenges facing modern militaries: how to stop increasingly fast and sophisticated attack drones without spending millions of pounds on every interception. Called Contra, the system…

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Navigating the Future of Military Technology: Why Autonomous Defence Systems Need Global Oversight

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IADSS: AI-driven technologies are rapidly transforming the modern defence landscape, moving from experimental concepts into core components of military operations worldwide. As armed forces increasingly integrate intelligent and autonomous systems into their strategies, the international community faces critical questions regarding accountability, ethical governance, and the vital role of human supervision. In response to this pressing global shift, a major new international initiative has been launched to foster crucial dialogues across borders, bringing together the minds shaping the future of security.

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BAMEX 2026: How a Defence Exhibition in Mali Could Shape Africa’s Security Landscape

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BAMEX 2026 is set to bring together defence manufacturers, military officials and government delegations in Bamako, Mali, from 9 to 13 November, as African countries face evolving security challenges and growing demand for modern military technologies. The exhibition aims to connect international defence companies with the security requirements of countries across the continent, with a particular focus on the Sahel region.

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India Moves to Replace French Helicopter Guns With Homegrown 20mm Weapon System

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DRDO Shortlists SSS Defence and Kalyani Group for India’s Indigenous 20mm Helicopter Gun. India has taken another step towards strengthening its domestic defence manufacturing capabilities, with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) shortlisting SSS Defence and the Kalyani Group to develop an indigenous 20mm turret gun system for the country’s combat helicopters. The project…

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Australia reveals lethal capabilities of its $1.7 billion Ghost Shark submarine fleet

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Australia’s Ghost Shark UUV: Australia is preparing to give its naval forces a new kind of underwater weapon, one designed to operate without a human crew and carry out dangerous missions far from its shores. The Ghost Shark, an autonomous underwater drone being developed for the Royal Australian Navy, will be capable of launching explosive-carrying aerial drones, deploying sea mines and delivering supplies to special forces operating in difficult-to-reach locations.

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Rheinmetall and MSC Acquire Romanian Mangalia Shipyard for €138 Million

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Rheinmetall and MSC Romania’s Mangalia Shipyard: Rheinmetall and Swiss shipping company MSC have secured the successful bid to acquire Romania’s Mangalia shipyard for around €138 million, with plans to transform the facility into a dual-use shipbuilding centre serving both civilian and military markets. The acquisition is expected to be completed in the coming weeks, creating a new industrial base for naval construction and commercial shipbuilding in south-eastern Europe.

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India and South Korea Coast Guards Strengthen Maritime Cooperation at High-Level Meeting in Incheon

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India Coast Guard and South Korea Coast Guard Maritime Cooperation: India and South Korea have reaffirmed their commitment to closer maritime security cooperation following the 14th High Level Meeting between the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the Korea Coast Guard (KCG), held in Incheon, South Korea, on 14 October 2026. The meeting focused on improving operational coordination, strengthening professional exchanges and developing a more effective framework for addressing shared maritime challenges.

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Hanwha Unveils XM1776 Mobile Howitzer as US Army Seeks Faster, More Survivable Artillery

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US Army’s Hanwha Defense built XM-1776 Mobile Artillery: South Korean defence manufacturer Hanwha has unveiled the XM1776, a new wheeled 155mm mobile howitzer designed to give the US Army greater battlefield mobility, faster firing capability and improved crew protection. The system was presented at the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) annual meeting in Washington on 12 October 2026, as the US military advances its plans to modernise its artillery forces.

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Gopalan Aerospace Opens New Manufacturing Line in Bengaluru, Targets 20-Fold Increase in Drone Output

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Gopalan Aerospace Hoskote Drone Facility: Bengaluru-based Gopalan Aerospace has inaugurated a new production line at its Hoskote facility as it looks to expand its presence in the aerospace, defence and space sectors. Backed by a reported investment of around US$40 million, the expanded manufacturing facility is expected to support more complex engineering programmes and the company’s ambitious plans to scale up unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) production.

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Skyroot Aerospace Wins Two US Launch Bookings, Expanding India’s Private Space Ambitions

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Skyroot’s Vikram-1 and Vikram-1U Rockets Secure New International Customer. Skyroot Aerospace Reflect Orbital Satellite Launch: India’s Skyroot Aerospace has secured two dedicated launch bookings from US-based startup Reflect Orbital, adding another international customer as it seeks to establish itself in the global small-satellite launch market. The agreement, announced on 14 October 2026, covers two missions…

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India Signs $432 Million Defence Deals for Air Force Satellite and Navy’s Varunastra Torpedoes

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India’s Ministry of Defence has signed two contracts worth approximately US$432 million (Rs 4,106 crore) to strengthen the communication capabilities of the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the anti-submarine warfare capabilities of the Indian Navy. The agreements, signed in New Delhi on 15 October 2026, cover the indigenous GSAT-7C communication satellite and Varunastra heavyweight torpedoes.

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India’s Electric Flying Boat Hummingbird Prepares for Sea Trials, Eyes Low-Cost Coastal Cargo

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Waterfly Technologies’s Hummingbird eBoat: Indian deep-tech startup Waterfly Technologies is preparing to take its electric Hummingbird craft from controlled lake tests to the open sea, with a trial planned between Chennai and Puducherry by December 2026. The development marks an important step in the company’s effort to build a new form of coastal transport that combines features of aircraft and boats.

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Munitions India and Sigma Advanced Systems Join Hands to Develop Indigenous 155mm Artillery Fuse Technology

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Munitions India Limited and Sigma Advanced Systems MoU: Munitions India Limited (MIL) and Sigma Advanced Systems Limited (SASL) have signed an exclusive Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to localise technology for course-correction fuses used in 155mm artillery ammunition, in a move aimed at strengthening India’s domestic precision-guided weapons capabilities.

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Raghu Vamsi Group Partners with Sheffield AMRC to Advance Super Alloy Manufacturing

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Raghu Vamsi Group-University of Sheffield AMRC MoU: Hyderabad-based Raghu Vamsi Group has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Sheffield’s Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) to strengthen its manufacturing operations in the United Kingdom and India, with a particular focus on aerospace, defence and advanced materials.

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Nagastra-1R Delivery: How India’s Loitering Munition Programme Is Expanding

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Indian Army Nagastra Loitering Munition: The Indian Army has received 450 Nagastra-1R loitering munitions from Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited (SDAL), marking a significant milestone in India’s efforts to expand its domestically developed unmanned weapons capabilities. The company, a subsidiary of Solar Industries India, has described the consignment as the largest single-batch delivery of loitering munitions to the Army by a manufacturer.

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Indian Navy Completes First Command of Multinational Maritime Task Force, Training 39 Countries

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Indian Navy Combined Maritime Forces: The Indian Navy has completed its first-ever command of a task force under the Combined Maritime Forces (CMF), a multinational maritime security partnership based in Bahrain. The eight-month assignment concluded on 14 October 2026, marking a new stage in India’s participation in international maritime training, cooperation and capacity building.

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India, Czech Republic Seek Deeper Defence Ties Through Joint Ventures and Make in India

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India-Czech Republic defence cooperation: India and the Czech Republic have agreed to expand their defence industrial cooperation following high-level bilateral talks in New Delhi on 13 October 2026. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Karel Havlíček, the Czech Republic’s First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Industry and Trade, to review existing collaboration and explore opportunities to strengthen the partnership.

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Swan Defence Reports 2.5-Fold Revenue Jump in H1 FY27 as Order Book Reaches Rs 6,500 Crore

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SDHI Financial Results: Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Limited (SDHI) has reported a significant increase in operating revenue for the first half of the 2026-27 financial year, alongside a substantial order book that provides visibility for the company’s shipbuilding and heavy engineering operations through FY31. The company announced its unaudited financial results for the six months ended 30 September 2026 on 13 October.

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From AI Chips to Military Technology: How DRDO Plans to Advance India’s Semiconductor Capabilities

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India DRDO military semiconductor manufacturing: India’s push to become a global semiconductor powerhouse is gaining momentum, with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) set to lead a dedicated session on semiconductors and next-generation chips at the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC-2026). The event, scheduled to take place at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi from 27 to 29 October 2026, will bring together experts from industry, academia, chip development and defence electronics to examine the technologies that will shape India’s digital and strategic future.

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Aviation

Kusumgar Lands Long-Term Safran Deal, Strengthening India’s Aerospace Textile Ambitions

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India’s technical-textile industry has secured a potentially significant opportunity in the global aerospace market, with speciality textile manufacturer Kusumgar Limited signing a long-term supply agreement with Safran, the international aerospace, defence and space group. The agreement marks a strategic step for Kusumgar as it seeks to expand its presence in a sector where materials must…

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Japan’s New Shogei Submarine Signals Long-Term Investment in Maritime Security

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Japan Maritime Self Defense Force’s Shogei Submarine: Japan’s unveiling of the Shogei submarine on 8 October 2026 highlights the country’s continuing investment in quiet, technologically advanced underwater platforms. Built by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries in Kobe, the new vessel is part of Japan’s Taigei-class submarine programme, which is designed to strengthen underwater surveillance, anti-submarine warfare and maritime deterrence in an increasingly contested Indo-Pacific region.

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Faster Testing, Lower Costs: How India’s New Defence SOP Could Help Domestic Manufacturers

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India MoD’s new SoP for use of Proof Range by private companies: India has taken another step towards strengthening its domestic defence industry by simplifying access to military testing facilities and removing testing charges for selected development projects. The revised rules are intended to make it easier for Indian manufacturers, startups and innovators to test new defence equipment, reduce development costs and bring home-grown technologies closer to operational use.

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India Targets Defence Self-Reliance as Rajnath Singh Calls for More Private Investment and Higher Production

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India’s Defence Exports in FY 2025-26: India is stepping up its efforts to become a major global defence manufacturing power, with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh calling for greater private sector participation, increased investment in research and development (R&D), and the ability to rapidly expand production during military emergencies. The government’s priorities reflect a broader strategic ambition: reducing dependence on foreign military equipment while strengthening India’s ability to design, develop and manufacture advanced defence technologies at home.

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Who is Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit? Meet India’s New Chief of the Air Staff

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The Journey of Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit: When the Indian government announced that Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit would step up as the country’s next top air commander, it marked a significant leadership transition for the nation’s military. Taking over the reins as the 29th Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Dixit brings with him nearly four decades of distinguished military service, extensive operational experience, and a reputation as a seasoned experimental test pilot. Stepping into the role on October 31, 2026, he succeeds outgoing Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, inheriting command of one of the world’s most formidable and technologically evolving air forces.

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South Korea’s US Investment Pledge Enters New Phase With Texas, Nuclear and Alaska LNG Projects

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South Korea’s Investment in USA in Alaska LNG Projects and Texas Nuclear Plants: US President Donald Trump has unveiled a package of South Korean investment plans worth up to $200 billion, centred on energy infrastructure across the United States.  The announcement covers three major areas: a large gas-fired power plant in Texas, plans for eight large nuclear power plants across the US, and a major liquefied natural gas (LNG) project in Alaska.

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ADEX 2026: Rosoboronexport Highlights Combat-Tested Weaponry at Azerbaijan Defence Expo

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Russia is set to present a wide range of military equipment and weapons at the ADEX 2026 International Defense Exhibition in Baku, Azerbaijan, as Rosoboronexport leads a joint Russian industry delegation at the event. The exhibition is taking place from September 30 to October 2, with Russian companies displaying equipment designed for different branches of…

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Army

IG Defence’s KAL Drone Completes Pokhran Trial, Marking Milestone for India’s Long-Range Strike Capability

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IG Defence’s Kal Drone Completes Pokhran Trial: India’s push to develop indigenous long-range unmanned strike capabilities has received a boost with the successful completion of a trial of KAL, a long-range one-way attack drone developed by Indian defence technology company IG Defence. The trial was conducted at the Pokhran Field Firing Range in Rajasthan and marks an important development milestone for the company’s efforts to build an indigenous unmanned platform capable of long-range operations.

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India’s BEL Signs Export Deal with Elbit Systems for Aircraft Protection Technology

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BEL-Elbit Systems’ DIRCM Supply Chain Agreement: India’s Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has taken another step towards expanding its presence in global defence supply chains after signing an export purchase-order agreement with Israel-based Elbit Systems Electro-Optics ELOP Ltd for the production and supply of sub-assemblies used in Directed Infrared Countermeasure (DIRCM) systems.

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Naval Group, Nibe Group Sign MoU to Advance High-Tech Naval Technologies in India

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Naval Group, Nibe Agreement Targets Next-Generation Naval Systems for Indian Shipbuilding. French naval defence major Naval Group and India’s Nibe Group have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at expanding cooperation in advanced naval technologies and strengthening India’s domestic shipbuilding capabilities. The agreement was signed in Paris and Mumbai on 18 September 2026…

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India’s Push for Homegrown Propulsion Gets a Boost as DheyaTech Raises Rs 43 Crore

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Bengaluru-based deep-tech startup DheyaTech has raised Rs 43 crore in a pre-Series A funding round as it prepares to take its indigenous small gas-turbine engine technology from development towards production. The company is targeting applications across aerospace, unmanned systems, distributed power generation and emerging hydrogen-based energy technologies, in a sector where India has traditionally relied significantly on imported propulsion systems.

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New Media Partnership Aims to Expand Global Coverage of Africa’s Defence Priorities Ahead of Lagos Exhibition

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Afridex 2026: The Africa International Defence Exhibition has formally announced a 26-strong Official Media Partnership Programme. This initiative is designed to expand international reporting and analysis of the defence and security priorities currently shaping the African continent. As preparations continue for the inaugural event, the network aims to bridge the information gap between African industrial developments and professional audiences worldwide. Defence Star is Bronze Media Partner for the Africa’s prestigious defence expo. 

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India’s Solar Industries Agrees to Acquire South Africa’s Omnia Holdings in $1.4 Billion All-Cash Deal

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In a landmark cross-border transaction, Indian billionaire Satyanarayan Nuwal’s Solar Industries India has agreed to acquire South Africa’s prominent explosives and fertiliser group, Omnia Holdings. Valued at approximately $1.4 billion (₹133 billion) or 21.8 billion rand, the all-cash deal marks a major milestone in the expansion of Indian industrial enterprises into the African continent and international markets.

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AAD 2026: Rosoboronexport Brings Russian Defence Systems to African Market

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Russian Helicopters, Grenade Launchers and Patrol Boats Feature at AAD 2026. Russian state arms exporter Rosoboronexport is using the 2026 edition of the Africa Aerospace and Defence exhibition to present a broad range of military and security equipment aimed at potential customers across the continent. The company’s display at AAD 2026 covers several areas, including

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Quebec Facility Expansion Puts Canadian Land Autonomy at the Heart of Rheinmetall’s Plans

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Rheinmetall Canada has broken ground on an expansion of its facility in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, as the defence company seeks to increase its ability to develop, produce and support autonomous military ground systems in Canada. The announcement comes as Rheinmetall marks 40 years of operations in the country and points to a growing emphasis on land…

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BRICS 2026: Complete Text of BRICS 2026 New Delhi Declaration

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BRICS New Delhi Declaration: Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability. BRICS New Delhi Declaration: Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability 1. We, the Leaders of BRICS countries, met in New Delhi, India, from 12 to 13 September 2026 for the XVIII BRICS Summit held under the theme: “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and…

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BRICS Declaration Calls for UN Reforms, Strong Anti-terror Action and Palestinian Statehood

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BRICS 2026 Declaration: BRICS leaders have used their New Delhi declaration to mount a broad challenge to the way global security, trade and international institutions are governed, combining a tougher call for action against terrorism with demands for reform of the United Nations Security Council, opposition to unilateral economic sanctions and strong support for Palestinian rights.

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Modi puts UN Security Council reform at centre of India’s BRICS agenda

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BRICS 206 – Modi takes aim at concentration of global power: NEW DELHI — Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for a fundamental overhaul of the institutions that govern the global economy and international security, saying the existing world order has become a “pyramid” in which power is concentrated at the top while countries bearing the consequences of global decisions remain largely shut out of them.

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Space

Bengaluru Space Expo puts India’s private space ambitions under the spotlight

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Bengaluru Space Expo BSX India 2026: India’s space industry is gathering in Bengaluru this week as the ninth edition of the Bengaluru Space Expo (BSX) brings together government agencies, established aerospace companies, start-ups, investors, researchers and international participants around a rapidly changing question: how far can India take the commercialisation of space?

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Aviation

Nagpur to get South Asia’s first comprehensive Airbus radome repair facility

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Airbus-Indamer Technics Radome Repair Facility Nagpur: Airbus has selected Indamer Technics to establish a comprehensive aircraft radome repair facility in Nagpur, Maharashtra, which the companies describe as the first such facility in South Asia. The facility is intended to expand Airbus’ regional aftermarket support and provide local repair, storage and exchange services for radomes fitted to its A320, A330, A350 and A380 aircraft families.

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India-Belgium Defence Roundtable Focuses on Technology Transfer and Joint Manufacturing

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India-Belgium Defence Cooperation: India and Belgium are actively seeking ways to deepen their defence industrial collaboration. The goal is to build stronger militaries through co-development and co-production of advanced equipment. This cooperative push was the central focus of high-level discussions in New Delhi, where defence leaders from both nations gathered to explore new avenues for strategic partnership and economic engagement.

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