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title: "Global defense budgets are soaring, India reveals $87 billion budget for 2026, a 15% jump to invest in AI, and anti-drone tech."
description: "VisionWave Holdings, Inc. released a statement on Feb. 24, 2026, announcing India's record defense budget for fiscal year 2026. The budget amounts to around $87 billion, marking a significant 15% incr"
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url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/276762436.md"
published_at: "2026-02-24T15:39:16.000Z"
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# Global defense budgets are soaring, India reveals $87 billion budget for 2026, a 15% jump to invest in AI, and anti-drone tech.

> VisionWave Holdings, Inc. released a statement on Feb. 24, 2026, announcing India's record defense budget for fiscal year 2026. The budget amounts to around $87 billion, marking a significant 15% increase from the previous year. This substantial rise reflects India's strengthening commitment to defense and security measures.

VisionWave Holdings, Inc. released a statement on Feb. 24, 2026, announcing India's record defense budget for fiscal year 2026. The budget amounts to around $87 billion, marking a significant 15% increase from the previous year. This substantial rise reflects India's strengthening commitment to defense and security measures.

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