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Russia, through its Sukhoi Design Bureau, is actively seeking to enhance its interactions with Indian defence officials regarding the Su-75 Checkmate, a single-engine, stealth fighter aircraft currently under development. This interest is expected to be a significant focus during the upcoming Aero India 2025, following positive discussions held at Aero India 2023, where Russian officials briefed their Indian counterparts on the Su-75 program.
The Checkmate is being positioned as a cost-effective alternative to existing stealth fighters, with Russia keen to solidify a government-to-government (G2G) deal with India that could potentially reshape India’s future fighter acquisition plans.
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Tata Advanced Systems (TASL) has developed a new Truck-Mounted Howitzer (TMH) based on its renowned Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS). This new artillery system is designed to compete with the MGS developed by the Kalyani Group, both of which share the same underlying ATAGS gun.
The Tata-developed TMH leverages the Tata LPTA 3945 / 3138 8×8 Truck as its platform, offering exceptional mobility and versatility. While the MGS also utilizes the ATAGS gun, Tata’s TMH boasts its unique design and features.
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GE Aerospace and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) are poised to finalize a significant deal for the transfer of technology (ToT) for the F-414 engine later this year. This agreement is expected to see GE Aerospace sharing nearly 80% of the ToT with HAL, enabling the local manufacture of the engine in Bangalore.
GE Aerospace has emphasized that the ToT package offered to India is far more extensive than any previous such agreement for the F-414 engine. South Korea, another country using the F-414 for its KF-21 fighter jet program, has only received 59% ToT.
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Artemon Aerospace, a leading defense technology company, has developed a groundbreaking loitering munition designed for Air Launched Effect (ALE). The ALE, which can be deployed from sonobuoy launchers, offers a coordinated swarm capability for maritime surveillance, threat assessment, and scalable responses to maritime challenges.
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In a significant development aimed at enhancing the durability and performance of small arms in India’s defense arsenal, the Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), a key laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has announced a collaboration with Bengaluru-based SSS Defence. The collaboration is focused on developing and integrating CERAKOTE coating technology for critical small arms components such as barrels, bolts, and receivers.
CERAKOTE is a ceramic-based coating known for its high performance and durability, widely recognized across industries, including defense, for protecting firearms, automotive components, and industrial machinery from wear, corrosion, and other environmental factors. In the defense sector, particularly for small arms, the CERAKOTE technology offers significant advantages that can boost the longevity and functionality of weapons.
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A captivating 3D render by Harshal Pal has recently shed light on the size disparity between two significant helicopter projects undertaken by the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the Indian Armed Forces. The render showcases the LUH (Light Utility Helicopter), a single-engine, 3-ton category helicopter, alongside the upcoming IMRH (Indian Multi Role Helicopter), a 13-ton medium-class helicopter.
The LUH, a product of HAL’s design and manufacturing expertise, is already in Limited Scale production and is set to replace the aging Cheetah and Cheetal helicopters in the Indian Army and Air Force. On the other hand, the IMRH, currently under development, is intended to replace the Russian-supplied Mi-17 class of helicopters, providing a much-needed upgrade to India’s military aviation capabilities.
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In a significant development for the Indian Navy and the broader maritime industry, the Indian Navy has been awarded a patent for a revolutionary Solvent-Free Anticorrosive Epoxy Resin Composition specifically designed for coating applications. This innovation is set to enhance the durability and longevity of naval vessels by providing an advanced protective layer against corrosion, a common and costly issue in marine environments.
The concept for this groundbreaking anticorrosive epoxy paint originated with (then) Captain Nirbhay Bapna, who is now a Rear Admiral, during his tenure as the commanding officer of INS Teg, a Talwar-class frigate of the Indian Navy. Recognizing the critical need for a more effective and environmentally friendly solution to combat corrosion on naval ships, Capt. Bapna spearheaded efforts to develop a new type of coating that would offer superior protection while also being solvent-free.
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Washington’s diplomats urged India to consider action against RT, but officials stated the issue “does not pertain” to the country and it does not follow unilateral sanctions not approved by the UN, according to The Hindu, citing sources. The MEA has not officially commented.
The outlet reports that the meeting came less than two weeks before the Biden admin accused RT of working for Russia’s intel agency – claims RT’s Editor-in-Chief called “nonsense.”
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China is testing a new stealth fighter jet called J-35 to be deployed on its third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, which is equipped with an electromagnetic catapult unlike the other two fitted with ski-jump take-off ramps, official media reported on Sunday. A new type of warplane was tested earlier this year on the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy’s first aircraft carrier, the Liaoning, state-run Global Times quoted official broadcaster CCTV as saying. It added that the new aircraft could be the long-expected J-35 – China’s next-generation carrier-borne stealth fighter jet.
China currently has two aircraft carriers, Liaoning, a refit of the Soviet-era ship, and Shandong, an indigenously built 2nd aircraft carrier commissioned in 2019. China’s third aircraft carrier, Fujian, is larger than the two carriers, with a displacement of 80,000, and is currently undergoing trials. It is the “first fully domestically developed and constructed” aircraft carrier with an electromagnetic aircraft launch system (EMALS) similar to that of the American aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford, official media reports said.
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Accusing the US of adopting “double standards” and “discriminatory” practices, Pakistan on Saturday rejected unilateral American sanctions on technology companies allegedly linked to the country’s ballistic missile programme and said such actions “endanger international peace”.
The US on Thursday said it has taken action against four Chinese entities, one Pakistani company, and one Chinese individual involved in the expansion of ballistic missiles and controlled missile equipment and technology to Pakistan.
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India is seeking investments and technology transfer from South Korea and Japan to establish shipbuilding and ship repair clusters to promote the domestic shipping supply chain in the country, according to a senior government official.
Currently, India holds less than 1 per cent of the global shipbuilding market, dominated by China, South Korea, and Japan.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi should focus on the “deteriorating” security situation in Jammu and Kashmir instead of raising the bogey of dynastic politics, National Conference vice president Omar Abdullah said on Saturday.
Addressing an election rally in the Doda district in support of BJP candidates earlier in the day, Modi said political dynasties in Jammu and Kashmir have destroyed the region and not allowed new leadership to grow.
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The top commanders of the Indian Navy will hold a key meeting from Tuesday in the wake of the Bangladesh crisis and increasing instability in the region. With the resignation of Sheikh Hasina, the increasing presence of pro-Pakistan and pro-China forces in the country, and the increasing influence of radical Islamic groups, security problems have arisen for India.
In addition to this, increasing military support from Pakistan to Bangladesh and China’s activities are also key concerns. Defense officials said that these meetings will be held for four days from September 17 at the new naval headquarters in Delhi. This is the first conference since Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi took charge as the Chief of the Naval Staff in April this year.
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The Manipur Police on Sunday expressed concern over the use of sophisticated weapons to target security personnel during protests and urged people to refrain from using such means to make their point. “We want to remind the public that the police department’s duty is to maintain law and order and to respond to armed attacks by miscreants. We have sustained multiple casualties during these challenging times,” Deputy Inspector General (Range 1) N Herojit Singh told reporters.
“In recent agitations, traditional forms of protests have been replaced with lethal methods targeting security forces. Demonstrators have engaged in stone-throwing, shooting iron pieces from slingshots, firing tear gas shells, and using automatic firearms,” Mr Singh said, highlighting the shift in protest tactics.
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India on Sunday sent urgent relief materials to Myanmar, Laos and Vietnam under an operation christened ‘Sadbhav’ to assist them in dealing with the impact of a major typhoon. Various parts of Myanmar, Laos and Vietnam have been reeling under massive floods after Typhoon Yagi, said to be Asia’s most powerful storm this year, hit the three countries.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said 10 tonnes of aid including dry ration, clothing and medicines were dispatched to Myanmar onboard Indian naval ship INS Satpura.
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