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The Indian Navy’s vision for a three-carrier fleet might be undergoing a revision. Recent statements by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh suggest a more expansive plan: “We will not stop at that (three carriers). We will make five, six more,” he declared.
The initial goal of acquiring three aircraft carriers appears to be a stepping stone. The third carrier, modelled after the indigenously built INS Vikrant, is nearing Project sanction for development with potential technological advancements. However, the Navy’s aspirations extend beyond this.
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The Combat Vehicle Research and Development Establishment (CVRDE) released an Expression of Interest (EoI) calling for technology assistance to develop, demonstrate, and supply the Light Munition (LM) capability of housing and launching from a Canister-based Light Tank.
The EoI issued by CVRDE specifically targets Indian private-sector companies with expertise in Canister-based Light Munition systems. The solicitation aims to harness the innovative potential of domestic industries to advance the development of a Light Tank equipped with cutting-edge technology.
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The competition for the Indian Navy’s P-75I conventional submarine acquisition program intensifies as ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) consortium confirm indigenous content (IC) of 60% from the very first submarine offered. This move follows a similar commitment from Larsen & Toubro (L&T) partnered with Navantia, who also declared a 60% IC for their S-80 Plus submarine proposal.
The Indian Navy’s initial requirement stipulated a minimum IC of 45% for the first submarine, progressively increasing to 60% for the last of the six submarines planned under the project.
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Kerala State Electronics Development Corporation Limited (KELTRON) has successfully delivered “Maareech,” an advanced torpedo decoy system (ATDS), to the Indian Navy. This indigenously developed system bolsters the Navy’s underwater defence capabilities.
Maareech is a testament to collaborative innovation in India’s defence sector. The underwater arrays for the system were designed by the Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory (NPOL) in Kochi. Keltron Controls, located in Aroor, undertook the manufacturing of the system. Finally, Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) in Bangalore integrated the ATDS before its deployment by the Indian Navy.
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In a recent interview with Bharat Shakti Editor-in-Chief Nitin A. Gokhale, Commodore A. Madhavarao (Retd.), Chairman and Managing Director of Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL), offered exciting insights into the company’s future endeavours. A key area of focus is the development of the next-generation Electrical Heavy Weight Torpedo initially called Takshak, a significant leap forward from the current Varunastra HWT (Heavy Weight Torpedo).
The Takshak torpedo represents a significant leap forward from the existing Varunastra HWT (Heavy Weight Torpedo). The Varunastra, a testament to India’s indigenous defence capabilities, has served as the mainstay of India’s anti-submarine warfare (ASW) efforts. The Takshak builds upon this success, offering enhanced features and capabilities.
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Indonesia is evaluating a proposal from India for a new artillery system, according to a recent meeting between the two countries’ defense ministries. A delegation from the Indonesian Ministry of Defense, led by Secretary General Marsdya TNI Purn Donny Ermawan Taufanto M.D.S., M.S.P, received a presentation about the MGS 155mm 8×8 truck-mounted artillery gun system. This presentation took place during a series of meetings forming the 7th Joint Defense Cooperation Committee (JDCC) between Indonesia and India.
The MGS system offered to Indonesia is manufactured by Kalyani Strategic Systems Ltd. (KSSL), an Indian private sector company affiliated with Bharat Forge Limited. Notably, the MGS is based on the Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS) developed by India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) is navigating the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) in combat aviation. While the US has made significant strides with its AI-controlled F-16 “Vista,” India’s approach appears more measured, favouring a collaborative model for the time being.
The success of the Vista program in the US, where AI has reportedly surpassed human pilots in simulated dogfights, has undoubtedly captured the IAF’s attention. However, concerns regarding the technology’s current limitations remain. The IAF leadership views fully AI-controlled fighter jets as unpredictable, highlighting the need for further development and refinement.
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A leaked CGI image has sent ripples through the Indian defence sector, sparking speculation about the country’s upcoming unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV). Many believe it’s a glimpse into the secretive Futuristic Unmanned Fighter Aircraft (FUFA) program helmed by DRDO’s ADE (Aeronautical Development Establishment).
The FUFA program, shrouded in secrecy, aims to develop a twin-engine, low-observable (stealthy) UCAV. This “loyal wingman” concept envisions a high-speed, unmanned aircraft with a low radar cross-section (RCS) airframe. Equipped with internal weapons bays and capable of fully autonomous take-off and landing, FUFA could revolutionize air combat.
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Mahindra Aerospace Pvt. Ltd. is making a strong push for the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) program. A high-level team recently visited Embraer’s facility in Brazil, where the C-390 transport aircraft – a contender for the IAF tender – is manufactured.
This visit comes after Mahindra Aerospace and Embraer joined forces earlier this year. The collaboration aims to establish local production of the C-390 in India, should the IAF select the aircraft.
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In a move to bolster the Indian Navy’s defence capabilities, Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) has announced a collaboration with Israeli defence firm Rafael to offer the Torbuster SP hard-kill decoy system. This strategic partnership leverages Rafael’s expertise with BDL’s domestic production capabilities.
The Torbuster SP is a game-changer in the realm of ship defence. This system, designed for strategic mounting on naval vessels, actively deceives and neutralizes incoming torpedoes. By providing critical seconds during an attack, the Torbuster SP grants ships a vital window for manoeuvring and evading threats.
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) and state-owned Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) are in talks regarding the integration of the Advanced Short-Range Air-to-Air Missile (ASRAAM) onto the Su-30MKI fighter jets. This development comes nearly five years after initial plans for the integration were approved.
The ASRAAM is a Within Visual Range (WVR) missile, designed to provide the Su-30MKI with an edge in close-quarters dogfights. This integration would significantly enhance the aircraft’s air-to-air combat capabilities.
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The veil of secrecy surrounding India’s 5th generation AMCA (Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft) program is slowly lifting, revealing glimpses of the cutting-edge technologies being incorporated. One such innovation is the Frequency Selective Surfaces (FSS) radomes being developed by DRDO’s Research Centre Imarat (RCI).
FSS radomes are not your ordinary radome enclosures for antennas and sensors. They are engineered with metamaterials that possess unique electromagnetic properties.
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The Indian Air Force’s (IAF) plan to equip its Tejas Mk1A fighter jets with the advanced Meteor air-to-air missile a few years ago has hit a snag. European manufacturer MBDA initially refused integration due to compatibility issues with the Tejas’ Russian origin and Israeli radar.
MBDA expressed concerns about integrating the Meteor, boasting a 150+ km range and a 60 km “no-escape zone,” onto a platform with some Russian components and the Tejas’ Israeli radar. This posed a technical and possibly political hurdle.
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India’s ambitious AMCA (Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft) program is set to receive a significant boost with the integration of DRDO-developed Ultra Wide Band (ULB) Radar Absorbing Skin (RAS). This cutting-edge technology promises to enhance the AMCA’s stealth capabilities, making it a true fifth-generation fighter jet.
ULB RAS is a specially designed material that absorbs electromagnetic waves across a wider range of frequencies, including those used by modern radars. This makes the aircraft significantly less visible to radar detection, giving it a critical advantage in modern warfare.
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The race for India’s massive Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) tender heats up as Boeing retains its offer for both the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet and the F-15EX Eagle II. This comes after the U.S. government granted Boeing a license to offer the F-15EX to India in 2021, leading to speculation that the Super Hornet might be dropped from contention.
However, Boeing has confirmed that both jets will remain on the table, giving the Indian Air Force (IAF) more options to choose from. This move also intensifies competition within the American defence industry, with Lockheed Martin also vying for the contract with its F-21 fighter, which it proposes to build in India.
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