Canada is increasing domestic arms production while reducing reliance on US military imports. The government aims to strengthen national defense capabilities, create local jobs, and ensure strategic autonomy. This shift highlights Ottawa’s focus on self-reliance, modernizing defense infrastructure, and balancing international partnerships with national security priorities.

Canada Boosts Domestic Arms Spending, Cuts US Dependence

India's top defence firms like HAL, BEL, and MDSL saw an 8.2% revenue jump to $7.5B, fueled by strong domestic orders.


India's arms revenue rises 8.2% to $7.5 billion, 3 Indian firms rise in world top-100 arms list 

India: Three Indian firms rise in world top-100 arms list

Revenues from sales of weapons and military services by the 100 largest global arms-producing companies reached a record $679bn in 2024, according to new data released by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). The Gaza and Ukraine wars, as well as global and regional geopolitical tensions and ever-higher military expenditures, increased revenues generated by the companies from sales of military goods and services to customers domestic and abroad by 5.9 percent compared to the year before, the organisation said in a report published on Monday.


US arms makers see combined revenues rise by 3. 8% revenue 

Used in Suppression of Enemy Air Defences (SEAD) missions, they enable friendly aircraft to operate with reduced risk from surface-to-air missiles and tracking systems.

What are anti-radiation missiles and how do they work? Top five radar killers and where India ranks

The Houthi militants in Yemen have been using social media platforms to sell arms and ammunitions on X and WhatsApp, out of which, some were made in the US. However, it is a violation of social media policies. 

Rifles, grenade launchers for sale on X? Houthi-linked dealers sell US-made arms with labels 'death of America, Israel' on WhatsApp

India is ramping up its efforts to bolster its domestic arms industry, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign imports and enhance national security. This move comes as part of a broader initiative to modernize the country's defense capabilities and boost local manufacturing in response to regional security challenges.

India expands efforts to strengthen domestic arms industry amid rising security concerns

World: The Elbit Systems will also establish a new plant to manufacture raw materials for Israel, according to The Times of Israel. The two deals are estimated at USD 275 million.

Israel to produce arms locally, aims to reduce dependence on US

Three US states have now made it easier for citizens to access firearms. Gun owners in three US states can now purchase ammunition from vending machines in grocery stores. Watch in for more details!

US: Bullet vending machines legalised in Alabama, Oklahoma & Texas

The Biden administration on Tuesday approved a new USD 360 million weapons sale to Taiwan, sending the island hundreds of armed drones, missile equipment and related support material, the State Department said in a statement that is sure to draw condemnation from China.

Taiwan thanks US for latest arms sale at a time of growing US-China tensions

Gaza war: US sets finger to trigger one of the biggest arms sales to Israel

The United States announced new sanctions. This time sanctions are announced over North Korea-Russia arms transfers. Two Russian individuals and three Russian companies are sanctioned. Reportedly, these companies were facilitating arms transfers between Russia and North Korea.

US announces new sanctions over North Korea-Russia arms transfers

The United States and Russia are set to face off over nuclear weapons in space at the United Nations Security Council. The council is due to vote on a US-drafted resolution calling on countries to prevent an arms race in outer space.

US-Russia face off at UNSC over nukes in space, vote on US draft resolution at UNSC

WATCH: Indian mother, daughter fight armed robbers who entered their home to kill them

Yemen's 8-year-long conflict and recent escalations have increased the demand for fire-arms. In the last five years, arms markets have popped up across different parts of the country, as dealers seek to capitalise on the rising demand.

Why are Yemenis stocking on weapons?

Iran is using European ports to provide cover for shipments of weapons to Hezbollah, The Telegraph can reveal. The Lebanese terror group has received missiles and bombs on ships that go on to dock in ports in Belgium, Spain and Italy, sources said.

Lebanon received weapons through European ports: Reports

North Korea has unwelded a new battle tank. The state news agency claims that the country's leader Kim Jong-un even drove this new tank and the heavy armored fighting vehicle was unveiled during a training match between tank units.

North Korea: Kim Jong-un inspects battle tank drills

China nearly halved its arms imports over the past five years as it replaced foreign weapons with its own technology but Russia still accounted for the bulk of Beijing’s overseas purchases, according to reports.

China cuts arms imports to rely more on its own weapons: Reports

China nearly halved its arms imports over the past five years as it replaced foreign weapons with its own technology but Russia still accounted for the bulk of Beijing's overseas purchases, according to a Swedish think tank.

China cuts arms imports in 2019-23 fell by 44%: Report

Ukraine war: 50% of Western arms deliveries don’t arrive on time, says Kyiv

The war in Ukraine is about to complete two years and the end is still nowhere in sight. Russia is beefing up its arsenal while Ukraine struggles to get more arms and aid. In a recent development, Iran has sent around 400 powerful ballistic missiles to Russia.

Gravitas | Russia and Iran: The brother in arms in Ukraine war

Iran has provided Russia with a large number of powerful surface-to-surface ballistic missiles, six sources told Reuters, deepening the military cooperation between the two US-sanctioned countries. Watch this interview with John Erath, Policy Director of Centre for Arms Control & Non-proliferation.

Iran & Russia: Growing military ties

Iran has provided Russia with a large number of powerful surface-to-surface ballistic missiles, six sources told Reuters, deepening the military cooperation between the two US-sanctioned countries. Watch to know more!

In focus: Russia-Iran arms trade

Swiss train hostage situation: Suspect arms himself with axe and knife

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