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The Indian Navy’s quest for enhancing its airborne early warning and control capabilities has taken a significant turn, with a shift towards exploring indigenous solutions in light of recent developments and strategic imperatives. The cancellation of plans to procure additional Ka-31 helicopters, coupled with the unfeasibility of procuring US-built E-2 Hawkeye aircraft, has prompted a reevaluation of the Navy’s approach to fulfilling its vital need for extended radar coverage.
In 2019, the Indian Navy opted to cancel plans to acquire an additional 10 Ka-31 helicopters, despite having procured nine of these helicopters earlier, with four acquired in 1999 and an additional five in 2001. Originally intended to support the country’s second aircraft carrier, INS Vikrant, the decision to halt procurement reflects shifting priorities and considerations within the naval establishment.
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The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has shed light on its Long Range Radar (LRR) system, a significant development in India’s missile defense capabilities. This news comes on the heels of previous tenders hinting at the LRR’s development, and the DRDO’s official details offer a glimpse into this cutting-edge technology.
The DRDO has confirmed that major subsystems of the LRR have already been successfully developed. A crucial stage is currently underway – the stage-wise assembly of the Active Array Antenna Unit (AAAU). The AAAU is the heart of the AESA radar, responsible for transmitting and receiving radar signals. Its successful assembly signifies a significant milestone in the project’s timeline.
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In a significant move towards enhancing naval capabilities, the governments of India and the United Kingdom are in discussions to develop an electric propulsion system for Indian warships. This initiative marks a pivotal moment in India’s quest for technological advancement in maritime warfare.
Presently, Indian warships rely on traditional propulsion systems such as diesel engines, gas turbines, or steam turbines. However, the potential introduction of electric propulsion represents a paradigm shift in naval engineering. Electric propulsion systems offer numerous advantages, including increased efficiency, reduced emissions, quieter operation, and enhanced manoeuvrability.
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India’s vast landscape presents a challenging environment for its air force. From the scorching deserts of Rajasthan to the frigid heights of Leh, fighter jets need to be versatile and handle extreme weather conditions, especially at the borders. Let’s delve into how the Gripen E tackles these challenges.
Cold weather throws a wrench into the smooth operation of any aircraft. Hundreds of complex systems work together, and sub-zero temperatures can make things worse. Ice accumulation on the exterior and finicky sensors are just a few hurdles to overcome.
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TKMS has pledged to deliver a submarine design that is not only unique but also meticulously tailored to meet the specific operational needs of the Indian Navy. This commitment ensures that the vessel will be equipped with the most flexible conventional submarine configuration possible, aligning perfectly with the strategic objectives outlined by the Ministry of Defence.
The U212 submarine will be equipped with cutting-edge propulsion technologies to enhance its operational capabilities. One of the key features is the Fuel Cell Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) system, as per the requirements set forth in the Request for Proposal (RFP) by the Ministry of Defence. This AIP system will significantly extend the submarine’s endurance and stealth capabilities, allowing it to operate autonomously for longer durations without surfacing.
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India is set to significantly enhance its military capabilities with the upcoming acquisition of MQ-9B Predator drones from the United States. The anticipated contract signing in June marks a major step forward in modernizing the country’s defense infrastructure.
These advanced drones, known for their intelligence gathering and surveillance prowess, will be strategically deployed across two key states: Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh. This nationwide distribution reflects India’s commitment to comprehensive border security.
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Contesting Nepal’s decision to introduce a new ? 100 currency note featuring disputed Indian territories, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that New Delhi’s position is very clear adding that Kathmandu unilaterally took some measures on their side.
He also said that while both countries were having talks on boundary matters, by doing something unilaterally, Nepal is not going to change the on-ground reality.
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India will wait for Canadian police to share information on the three Indian men it has arrested and charged with the murder of a Khalistani terrorist last year, Foreign Minister S Jaishankar said on Saturday. Canadian police charged the three on Friday over the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar and said they were probing whether the suspects had links to the Indian government.
Mr Jaishankar said he had seen news of the arrests and said the suspects “apparently are Indians of some kind of gang background… we’ll have to wait for the police to tell us.”
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Vowing to give an appropriate response to Pakistan’s cross-border terrorism, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Saturday that after Prime Minister Narendra Modi took office, India’s stance to handle the neighbouring country has changed, unlike previous governments, adding that actions like Uri and Balakot were taken by the Modi government.
“As far as Pakistan is concerned, there is a history of cross-border terrorism. But you also know that till the Modi government came, we were tolerating it. We were turning the other cheek. We were not acting. After Modi ji came, things have changed,” EAM Jaishankar said.
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday refuted US President Joe Biden’s “xenophobia” remark and argued that India’s economic growth is at 7 per cent which is higher than many other countries. Jaishankar reiterated that India is the most open, pluralistic and diverse society not “xenophobic”.
“We are the most open society, till date I have never seen such an open society, such a pluralistic society, such a diverse society, so I would say that we are actually not just not xenophobic, we are the most open, most pluralistic and in many ways, the most understanding society in the world,” EAM Jaishankar said while interacting with professionals in Bhubaneswar on “Why Bharat Matters”.
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said that India has “very strongly countered” China by deploying thousands of troops along LAC and emphasised that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government will never compromise when it comes to national security.
Addressing an event in Bhubaneshwar on Saturday, S Jaishankar, underscoring tensions with China, said that in the last four years, attempts have been made to put pressure on India by bringing a lot of troops to the Line of Actual Control.
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An Afghan diplomat in India, who was appointed before the Taliban seized power in 2021 and said she was the only woman in the country’s diplomatic service, has resigned after reports emerged of her being detained for allegedly smuggling gold.
Zakia Wardak, the Afghan consul-general for Mumbai, announced her resignation on her official account on the social media platform X on Saturday after Indian media reported last week that she was briefly detained at the city’s airport on allegations of smuggling 25 bricks of gold, each weighing 1 kilogram (2.2 pounds), from Dubai.
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Iran has released all crew members of the Portuguese-flagged cargo ship MSC Aries, which had 17 Indians aboard among 25 crews. Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian held a telephone conversation with its Estonian counterpart Margus Tsahkna on Friday, the Iranian Foreign Ministry said.
During a telephone conversation between Margus Tsahkna, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Estonia, and Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, the two sides discussed the latest state of bilateral ties and regional developments. Ann Tessa Joseph from Thrissur, Kerala, one of the 17 Indian crew members of the Israel-linked cargo ship ‘MSC Aries’ that was seized by Iran on April 13, returned safely to her homeland on April 18.
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One soldier was killed and four were injured as terrorists ambushed an Indian Air Force (IAF) convoy in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district on Saturday, three weeks ahead of polling in Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha constituency.
Poonch is part of Anantnag-Rajouri parliamentary constituency which goes to polls in the sixth phase on May 25.
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An army man was killed and eight others were injured on Saturday when their vehicle skidded off the road and fell in a gorge in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag, officials said. The accident occurred in the Verinag area of the south Kashmir district. Nine army personnel were injured and rushed to the hospital, they said.
Of the nine injured, one jawan succumbed to his injuries, they said. According to the officials, the vehicle lost control, skidded off the road and fell into a deep gorge.
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