Nagastra 2 Clears Indian Army Trials, Can Penetrate Up to 650 mm Armour
India’s Nagastra 2 anti-tank loitering munition has cleared Indian Army technical trials. Developed by Solar Defence and Aerospace Ltd., it can penetrate up to 650 mm of armour
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Indian Army to Train 600 Civil Defence Master Trainers in 12 States by November 2026
The Indian Army will train 600 Civil Defence Master Trainers across 12 states and UTs by November 2026. The programme aims to prepare 60,000 volunteers for emergencies.
IAF to Display 100 Aircraft at Varanasi’s Wings Over Ganga Air Show
The Indian Air Force will display 100 aircraft at Varanasi’s Wings Over Ganga air show on October 22, 24 and 25, with heavy security and large crowds expected.
Sweden Orders Four Bofors Naval Guns to Strengthen Defence Against Drones
Sweden has ordered four Bofors 57Mk3 naval guns from BAE Systems Bofors, with deliveries planned for 2028 and 2029 to strengthen its navy’s defence against drones and other threats.
Indian Army to Get New Radar Systems Under ₹770 Crore Deal With BEL
The Ministry of Defence has signed a ₹770 crore deal with BEL to supply improved radar systems to the Indian Army, helping detect fighter aircraft and small drones.
Sweden Seeks Parliament Approval for NATO Military Deployments in 2027
Sweden has asked parliament to approve NATO military deployments in 2027, including ground forces in Finland and Latvia, while continuing planned Patriot air defence support in Poland.
Who Is Mehrdad Akhlaghi Ketabchi? Iran Names Missile Industry Veteran as New Defence Minister
Iran has appointed missile industry veteran Mehrdad Akhlaghi Ketabchi as defence minister after his predecessor was killed, as he warns Donald Trump against further military attacks on Iran.
Rheinmetall Opens UK Gun Factory After 20-Year Gap in Weapons Production
Rheinmetall has opened a new weapons factory in Telford, bringing large-calibre gun production back to Britain after 20 years and creating skilled jobs for its defence industry.
US Navy’s Mach 2.34 Super Tomcat-21 Fighter Was Never Built: Here’s Why
The Grumman F-14E Super Tomcat 21 promised greater speed, extra fuel and safer landings, but the US Navy chose the Super Hornet instead, leaving the ambitious fighter undeveloped.
UK Seeks Closer Defence Ties With US to Boost Weapons Production
Britain wants closer defence ties with the US to boost weapons production, speed up military equipment purchases, improve AI technology and strengthen NATO’s ability to prepare for future conflicts.
