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Several friendly nations in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region operate Sukhoi-30 fighter jets, making them potential candidates for the BrahMos-A, a formidable air-launched cruise missile developed by India.
The BrahMos-A is a supersonic, long-range cruise missile designed for air-to-surface attack. With a speed exceeding Mach 3, it is considered the world’s fastest air-launched cruise missile. Its capability to hit targets at a distance of 450 km significantly enhances the strike power of any fighter jet it is equipped on.
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In a significant development for India’s defense sector, Adani Defence & Aerospace, the leading private sector defense manufacturer, has announced the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) at its newly inaugurated Ammunition & Missiles Complex in Uttar Pradesh.
Ashish Rajvanshi, CEO of Adani Defence, revealed the company’s two-pronged approach to utilizing AI within the factory.
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India is accelerating its transition towards a cleaner future, with ambitious plans to expand its renewable energy capacity and tap into private expertise for nuclear power generation.
Facing the challenge of reducing reliance on fossil fuels, the government aims to meet 50% of its electricity needs from renewable sources by 2030. This ambitious target signifies a significant shift towards clean energy alternatives like solar, wind, and hydro power.
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India successfully conducted the first launch from its upcoming spaceport in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, on February 28, 2024. The launch vehicle, an RH-200 sounding rocket, lifted off between 9:30 AM and 2:00 PM, marking a significant milestone for the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
This inaugural launch from the Kulasekarapatnam spaceport wasn’t intended for space travel. Instead, the RH-200 sounding rocket served as a scientific tool, reaching an altitude of 60-80 kilometers for atmospheric research. Sounding rockets like the RH-200 provide valuable data for studying the upper atmosphere, including its composition, temperature, and wind patterns. This information is crucial for various scientific endeavors, such as improving weather forecasting models, understanding the impact of human activity on the ozone layer, and studying the aurora borealis.
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In a dynamic display of India’s growing military prowess, General Pierre Schill, Chief of Army Staff of the French Army, witnessed a live-fire demonstration of the indigenously developed Pinaka Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) at the Pokhran Field Firing Ranges. The event was hosted by the Eastern Command of the Indian Army.
The Rising Sun Artillery unleashed the Pinaka’s devastating firepower, showcasing its precision and thunderous impact. The Pinaka system, designed and manufactured in India, is a testament to the nation’s burgeoning defense industry.
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Fresh US sanctions on Moscow threaten to dent Russian oil sales to India, the biggest buyer of Russian seaborne crude, and complicate efforts by Indian refiners to secure annual supply deals, three industry sources familiar with the matter said.
Washington on Friday imposed sanctions to mark the second anniversary of Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine and retaliate for the death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny. The sanctions target Russia’s leading tanker group, Sovcomflot, which Washington accused of being involved in violating the G7’s price cap on Russian oil, as well as 14 crude oil tankers tied to Sovcomflot.
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Sessions on simulators, micro gravity familiarisation and survival in addition to flying practice and Yoga — the training schedule of India’s four astronaut-designates for the Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission, planned for launch in 2025, is packed indeed.
The Indian Space Research Organisation’s crew training facility here is the hub of such activities for the IAF pilots — Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair, Group Captain Ajit Krishnan, Group Captain Angad Pratap and Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla.
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In a befitting reply to Pakistan, India exercised its ‘Right of Reply’ in response to references to New Delhi stating that the nation that has institutionalized the systemic persecution of its minorities and has a truly abysmal human rights record has no right to comment on India.
Exercising the ‘Right of Reply’ at the High-Level Segment of the 55th Regular Session of the UN Human Rights Council on Wednesday, First Secretary Anupama Singh said that regarding Pakistan’s lengthy mentions of India, it is very regrettable that the Council’s forum has once again been abused to propagate flagrantly false accusations about India.
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With the benchmark indices in the Indian stock market hitting new highs, FDI inflow burgeoning and strong investments happening in infrastructure, while China continues to reel under its property crisis, accelerated capital outflow and economic concerns, several experts believe that New Delhi offers a “real alternative” to Beijing, CNN reported. The report further highlighted that market watchers are quite keen on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s return to power for a third straight term in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls which will bring greater predictability to economic policies.
Financial professionals around the world are noticing India’s development since 2014 under PM Modi, who has said he wants the nation to become a USD 5 trillion economy by 2025. Notably, the optimism around the world’s most populous nation is in stark contrast to the mood found in China, which is grappling with a myriad of economic challenges, including an accelerated flight of capital from the country, CNN reported.
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India’s first indigenously developed and built hydrogen fuel cell ferry, launched by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, has zero emission and zero noise and can reduce the impact of global warming.
According to Cochin Shipyard here, which constructed the fuel cell ferry, the adoption of green hydrogen as a maritime fuel is at the forefront of India’s commitment to a sustainable future that aims for net zero emissions by 2070.
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday claimed that the country’s military exports rose by more than 20 years in the last five years, which was proof of India’s “self-reliance” under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership.
Addressing a gathering of local intelligentsia in north Bihar’s Sitamarhi town, Singh said defence exports were worth “about Rs 1,000 crore, when I took over, and it has soared to worth over Rs 20 lakh crore”. “Our total defence manufacture stands at a monumental one lakh crore. Try figuring it out by scribbling the number, in digits, on a piece of paper. This shows India is becoming self-reliant (atma nirbhar) and leaders across the world acknowledge that 21st century shall belong to India”, said the Defence minister, who was on a day-long trip of Bihar.
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The government Wednesday banned two factions of the Muslim Conference Jammu and Kashmir for five years for their anti-India and pro-Pakistan propaganda, and asking people to refrain from taking part in elections.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is determined to uproot terrorism, and anyone involved in unlawful activities will face dire consequences. “Striking terror networks with undiminished vehemence, the government has declared the Muslim Conference Jammu & Kashmir (Sumji faction) and Muslim Conference Jammu & Kashmir (Bhat faction) as Unlawful Associations.
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Spain is intensifying its efforts to secure a major submarine deal with India. Amparo Valcarce, the country’s top defense official, is scheduled to visit India next month to further negotiations, according to a report on ABP Live.
Spain’s S-80 Plus submarine, offered under Project-75 India (P-75I), is reportedly cheaper than the competing bid from Germany’s TKMs for their U-212/214 submarines.
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Indian aerospace startup Dg Propulsion Private Limited (DPPL) has achieved a significant milestone with their indigenously developed DG J40 jet engine. The engine, boasting a thrust capacity of up to 40 kgf, successfully completed a grueling one-hour endurance test, exceeding expectations and showcasing its potential for various applications.
Prateek Dhawan, director at DPPL, expressed his enthusiasm, exclaiming, “We smashed through the elusive 1-hour mark – 1 hour and 10 minutes to be exact!” Their team intentionally threw various challenges at the engine, including fluctuating throttle demands and sudden RPM changes, pushing it to its limits. The J40 emerged victorious, showcasing its stability and reliability under diverse operating conditions.
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Pakistan’s recent announcement to acquire 5th-generation Shenyang FC-31 Gyrfalcon fighter jets from China has raised eyebrows, not only for its geopolitical implications but also for its economic feasibility. Now, the country is further stirring the pot by expressing interest in Turkey’s indigenous “KAAN” fighter program. However, both ventures face significant hurdles, raising questions about Pakistan’s ability to navigate this ambitious plan.
The FC-31, while a promising platform, is still under development in China itself. Its capabilities and export readiness remain uncertain. Moreover, Pakistan’s strained financial situation makes securing funding for a large-scale acquisition a challenge. Further, the possible involvement of US-sanctioned components in the FC-31 could complicate the deal.
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