Monthly Archives: October 2024
SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is exploring the possibility of inviting private sector companies to establish a Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility for the F-404 engines powering its Tejas Mk1A fighter jet fleet. This move comes as the IAF plans to place orders for over 97 more Tejas Mk1A jets by the end of the year.
Currently, the F404-IN20 engines, which are directly imported from GE Aerospace, are exclusively maintained by the IAF. However, with the expansion of the Tejas fleet, the IAF is considering outsourcing engine maintenance to private sector companies. This could involve the IAF procuring spares and consumables directly from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), while HAL, the manufacturer of the Tejas Mk1A, would not have a direct role in engine maintenance.
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India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is working on the development of the Naval Anti-Ship Missile–Medium Range (NASM-MR) for the Indian Navy. This next-generation missile is designed to bolster the Navy’s capabilities by replacing ageing missile systems and adding cutting-edge technology to its arsenal. The NASM-MR represents a significant leap in anti-ship warfare, with the potential to reshape India’s maritime defence strategy.
As part of DRDO’s plan to enhance the versatility of the NASM-MR, the organization is also developing a submarine-launched variant. This version will be modified for launch from torpedo tubes, allowing India’s submarines to strike enemy vessels without surfacing, providing a significant tactical advantage.
Continue readingSOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is gearing up to transform the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) existing A321 aircraft into sophisticated Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) platforms. The ambitious project, estimated to cost Rs 10,990 crore, is expected to begin in 2025 and culminate in the delivery of the first AEW&C Mark-2 aircraft by 2027-28.
The A321s, previously owned by Air India, are undergoing a significant upgrade to equip them for military service. A new avionics suite is being installed, specifically designed for military aircraft. Additionally, Airbus has appointed an Indian firm to oversee the installation of the main dorsal antenna, which is currently under development and undergoing rigorous computer simulations.
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According to a report by the Federation of American Scientists, India is poised to significantly enhance its nuclear arsenal with the upcoming deployment of the Agni-VI intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). This solid-fueled, multi-stage missile is expected to be operational by 2027.
The Agni-VI is designed to be a formidable weapon system. It is capable of carrying up to ten nuclear or thermonuclear warheads in MIRV (Multiple Independent Re-entry Vehicle) and MaRV (Maneuverable Multiple Independent Re-entry Vehicle) configurations. To evade enemy defenses, the missile can also deploy decoys and chaffs to confuse anti-ballistic missile systems.
Continue readingSOURCE: AFI
: Hanwha Defense, a leading global defense company, has announced the development of a new version of its highly successful K9 Howitzer. The upgraded K9, featuring a larger 155mm, 58-caliber barrel, boasts an extended range exceeding 80 kilometers. This significant enhancement, combined with the potential for unmanned teaming capabilities, positions the new K9 as a formidable artillery system for modern warfare.
The K9 Howitzer has already gained widespread recognition and adoption worldwide. In India, the K9 Vajra, a variant manufactured by Larsen & Toubro (L&T) under a technology transfer agreement with Hanwha Defense, has been a valuable asset to the Indian Army. With the introduction of the new K9, Hanwha Defense is seeking to further strengthen its partnership with India and explore opportunities for the supply of 100 additional units.
Continue readingSOURCE: AFI
The Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), a premier research and development organization under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), is undertaking a significant project to develop a 20mm gun, a 20mm turret, and a 70mm rocket system. These advancements are expected to bolster India’s indigenous defence capabilities and reduce reliance on foreign imports.
One of the key components of this project is the development of a 20x102mm TGS gun. This high-caliber gun is anticipated to be retrofitted onto the SP LCH and Rudra light combat helicopter fleets, replacing the existing Nexter THL20 turret. The TGS gun is expected to provide these helicopters with enhanced firepower and capabilities.
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The Indian military is gearing up for crucial flight tests of the indigenously developed Guided Pinaka rocket system at the Pokhran Firing Range (PFFR) in Rajasthan. These trials are scheduled to take place between October 21st and 31st, 2024.
The Pinaka is a multi-barrel rocket launcher system known for its rapid fire capability. The upcoming trials will focus on the Guided Pinaka variant, a significant upgrade that integrates precision guidance technology into the existing system. This addition promises to enhance the weapon’s effectiveness by offering improved accuracy and target engagement at longer ranges.
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In a significant milestone underscoring its commitment to handle export orders, Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd signed an agreement with Carsten Rehder Schiffsmakler and Reederei GmbH & Co. KG Germany on Thursday, October 03, 2024, for the construction and delivery of 5th Multi-purpose vessel (MPV) of 7,500 DWT.
This contract is in line with the ‘Option Agreement’ signed between both the parties, for procurement of four additional MPVs from GRSE. The shipyard will build a total of eight vessels (08) at an approx. order value of 108 MUSD. Each MPV will be 120 metres long and 17 metres wide with a maximum draft of 6.75 metres.
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The agreement follows 13 rounds of talks that began in 2022 after Mauritian calls for sovereignty were recognised by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and the UN General Assembly in 2019 and 2021.
The world court, as the ICJ is known, is the principle judicial organ of the UN which adjudicates disputes between nations. Before granting independence to Mauritius in 1968, Britain was found to have unlawfully separated it to form a new colony on the Chagos archipelago named the British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT).
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India on Thursday trashed a report by the US Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) and described it as a “biased” organisation with a “political agenda”.
In its report, the USCIRF that monitors universal right to freedom of religion criticised India for alleged violations of religious freedom. It also recommended to the US state department to declare India a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC) in the context of religious freedom.
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Nepal, India and Bangladesh on Thursday signed a long-awaited tripartite agreement to facilitate cross-border electricity trade, officials here said.
As per the agreement, Nepal will export its surplus electricity to Bangladesh via India annually during the rainy season, from June 15 to November 15. Nepal will use India’s transmission line to distribute electricity through its territory to Bangladesh.
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Third 25T Bollard Pull (BP) Tug, Ashva (Yard 337) was launched by Cmde Ajay Yadav, NOIC (WB) on 03 Oct 24 at M/s Titagarh Rail Systems Limited Kolkata. This Tug is a proud flag bearer of “Make in India” initiative of Govt of India.
Contract for construction and delivery of six 25T BP Tug was concluded with M/s Titagarh Rail Systems Limited (TRSL) in consonance with “Atmanirbhar Bharat” initiative of the Government of India. This Tug is built under the classification rules of Indian Register of Shipping (IRS).
Continue readingSOURCE: IANS
Maintaining peace in the Kashmir Valley is the biggest challenge for the security forces and they cannot let down their guard, Indian Army’s Srinagar-headquartered 15 Corps, Lt General, Rajiv Ghai said on Thursday.
Addressing a media conference here, Lt Gen Ghai said that the security situation had improved here over the past few years but to maintain peace in Kashmir is the biggest challenge, and ruled out any reduction in the number of deployed soldiers doing anti-militancy operations and guarding the Line of Control (LoC).
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A mob stormed a police station in Manipur’s Ukhrul town and looted arms during a clash between two groups, officials said on Thursday.
Three persons were killed and 20 others injured in a gunfight that broke out between two groups on Wednesday over cleaning a disputed land in the town as part of ‘Swachhata Abhiyan’. The police station was attacked when the violence was going on.
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Mumbai police have booked nearly 30 persons for holding a candlelight protest march without permission at the city’s Govandi area after Israeli strikes killed Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah in Lebanon, an official said on Thursday.
The protest march took place on Tuesday evening between Imamwada and Bainganwadi locality in violation of the prohibitory orders of the Deputy Commissioner of Police (Operations), which were issued on September 12, the official said.
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