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The presentation highlights India’s advanced technology initiatives in the field of swarm drones, focusing on two distinct categories designed to enable collaborative combat.On one side are attritable high-speed stealthy swarm drones, engineered with unique features that combine survivability, autonomy, and lethality.These drones operate at high-performance subsonic speeds and achieve survivability through stealth shaping. They are designed with a high level of autonomy, capable of executing coordinated swarm missions, and can integrate sensors and warheads.Their role as lethal sacrificial drones is emphasised, with the ability to retarget inflight and be produced in large numbers, ensuring scalability for battlefield deployment.The mission profile…

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Covenant Asset Management LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond ETF (NYSEARCA:BIV – Free Report) in the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund purchased 15,113 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,177,000. A number of other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also bought and sold shares of BIV. Wealthfront Advisers LLC increased its holdings in Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond ETF by 12.5% in the 4th quarter. Wealthfront Advisers LLC now owns 393,184 shares of the company’s stock worth…

India’s defence establishment marked a significant milestone on 29 April when the Defence Research and Development Organisation, in collaboration with the Indian Navy, successfully carried out the maiden salvo launch of the Naval Anti-Ship Missile-Short Range from a helicopter platform.The test, conducted off the coast of Odisha in the Bay of Bengal, involved two missiles fired in quick succession from the same helicopter. This achievement is notable for two reasons: the demonstration of salvo capability and the integration of crewless technology.The salvo launch represents a breakthrough in naval strike tactics. Modern warships are increasingly equipped with advanced Close-In Weapon Systems…

Cwm LLC raised its stake in shares of Landstar System, Inc. (NASDAQ:LSTR – Free Report) by 196.5% during the 4th quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The firm owned 6,149 shares of the transportation company’s stock after acquiring an additional 4,075 shares during the period. Cwm LLC’s holdings in Landstar System were worth $884,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also bought and sold shares of the stock. Boston Partners lifted its stake in Landstar System by 24.1% during the 3rd quarter. Boston Partners now owns…

Safran Aircraft Engines, a global leader in aircraft propulsion systems, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Uni Tritech, part of the Neterwala Group, to manufacture components for the CFM Leap engine program in India.The agreement will see aluminium investment cast components produced at Uni Tritech’s facility in Dharwad, Karnataka, strengthening Safran’s global supply chain while advancing India’s high-precision aerospace manufacturing capabilities.The partnership will involve the production of aluminium investment cast components for the Leap-1A and Leap-1B engines. These parts will be cast, precision-machined and subjected to specialised treatments in India, meeting the stringent global quality, safety and certification standards…

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Comerica Bank raised its holdings in SiteOne Landscape Supply, Inc. (NYSE:SITE – Free Report) by 24.4% during the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 134,716 shares of the industrial products company’s stock after acquiring an additional 26,436 shares during the quarter. Comerica Bank owned about 0.30% of SiteOne Landscape Supply worth $16,780,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. A number of other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also recently bought and sold shares of SITE. 59 North Capital Management LP bought a new position…

The Indian Army is preparing to host military delegations from eleven friendly nations for the inaugural edition of the multilateral exercise ‘Pragati’ at the Foreign Training Node in Umroi, Meghalaya.This marks a significant step in India’s efforts to strengthen defence cooperation and build deeper military-to-military ties across the region. The exercise is designed to enhance interoperability and foster mutual trust among participating forces, reflecting a shared commitment to collective security and regional stability.According to the Indian Army, the initiative underscores the importance of collaboration among regional militaries. ‘Pragati’ – an acronym for Partnership of Regional Armies for Growth and Transformation…

C. Jones, Defence B. Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle ARV-30, an 8×8 wheeled platform mounting a 30mm cannon and designed to deliver lethality while expanding the reconnaissance network… Source link