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Admiral Marcos Sampaio Olsen, the commander of the Brazilian Navy, has expressed interest in collaborating with India in the sector of nuclear-powered submarines, particularly focusing on technical and training aspects.
During a recent interview, Admiral Olsen highlighted Brazil’s advanced capabilities in nuclear technology. The country possesses significant uranium deposits, has mastered enrichment technology, and is nearing completion of small nuclear reactor development.
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In a setback for India’s Tejas Mk-1A fighter program, GE Aerospace has confirmed that the delivery of two F404-IN20 engines, originally scheduled for later this month, has been pushed back to November. This delay adds to the ongoing challenges faced by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in procuring the necessary engines for the production of the Tejas Mk-1A.
The Tejas Mk-1A, a more advanced variant of the Tejas light combat aircraft, made its maiden flight in March this year with Category B reserved engines. HAL had been relying on GE Aerospace to supply 16 engines for the current financial year. However, due to production constraints, the delivery schedule was revised, and GE Aerospace committed to providing six engines before the end of March 2025.
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India and the United States are inching closer to a joint venture to locally manufacture Stryker armoured infantry combat vehicles (ICVs). Following successful trials by the Indian Army, the US is pressing for the deal, despite India having domestic alternatives available at a significantly lower cost.
The US is keen to finalize the Stryker deal with India, emphasizing the vehicle’s capabilities and potential benefits for bilateral defence cooperation. However, the Indian Ministry of Defense (MoD) and the Indian Army are weighing their options carefully, considering both the Stryker and domestically developed alternatives.
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In a significant development, Air Chief Marshal V R Chaudhari of the Indian Air Force (IAF) emphasized the urgent need to ramp up the production capabilities for India’s home-grown fighter jet, like Tejas MkII, to meet the IAF’s increasing demand. Speaking on Thursday, Chaudhari highlighted the importance of expanding assembly lines and called for greater collaboration with the private sector.
“The way forward is to diversify the production lines, have more public-private partnerships or joint ventures with private partners to establish multiple production lines. This is the way to catch up with our requirement,” Chaudhari stated.
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India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is poised to significantly advance its missile program with a comprehensive testing schedule slated for next month. According to sources, the DRDO will conduct trials for a diverse range of missile systems, encompassing both conventional and strategic weapons. This ambitious initiative marks a pivotal milestone in India’s efforts to bolster its defence capabilities and achieve self-reliance in the sector.
The upcoming tests will not only refine the performance of existing missile systems but also pave the way for the introduction of new-generation technologies. This strategic focus aligns with India’s commitment to strengthening its defence posture in the face of evolving geopolitical challenges. The DRDO is now actively engaged in developing cutting-edge missiles to address emerging threats in both land and maritime domains.
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Air Chief Marshal VK Chaudhuri has called for a swift resolution to the ongoing delays in the delivery of the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). The Indian Air Force (IAF), grappling with a critical shortage of fighter jets, is eagerly awaiting the delivery of additional Tejas fighters to bolster its combat capabilities.
Addressing the media following the conclusion of the multinational exercise Tarang Shakti, Air Chief Marshal Chaudhuri emphasized the urgent need to establish diversified production lines to bridge the growing gap in the supply of Tejas jets. He underscored the industry’s responsibility in finding innovative solutions to ramp up production and ensure timely delivery of the aircraft.
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Lieutenant Brigadier Marcelo Kanitz Damasceno, the Commander of the Brazilian Air Force, is currently on an important visit to India. During his trip, he will receive a first-hand demonstration of India’s indigenous Tejas Mk1A fighter jet as well as the Light Utility Helicopter (LUH) and Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) Prachand at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited’s (HAL) facility in Bengaluru. This visit comes at a time when the Brazilian Air Force is actively looking to modernize its fleet, and the collaboration between India and Brazil in the defense sector is poised to expand significantly.
One of the key highlights of the Brazilian Air Force’s visit is their interest in acquiring new helicopters for various roles. Brazil has a requirement for 24 helicopters, which could include a new squadron specifically for operations in the Amazon region and for flood relief missions. Given Brazil’s vast and diverse terrain, a versatile fleet of helicopters is crucial for the country’s military operations, especially for conducting search and rescue missions, medical evacuations, and providing relief during natural disasters.
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Indian National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Thursday told President Vladimir Putin that PM Narendra Modi had told him to personally brief the Russian President about the talks he had held with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv on Aug 23. During a meeting with the Russian President in Konstantinovsky Palace in St Petersburg, Doval said: “PM told said he is keen to brief you about his visit to Ukraine and his meeting with President Zelenskyy.
And he wanted me to come specially and personally and brief you about the talks. The talks was in a very closed format; it was only the two leaders. “He (Zelenskyy) had his two persons with him, and I happened to be with the PM; so I was a witness to that, I attended the conversation,” Doval is seen telling President Putin, according to a video shared on social media by Sputnik.
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US President Joe Biden is set to host the fourth in-person Quad leaders summit in Delaware on September 21 and is looking forward to welcoming Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as well as other leaders, the White House said on Thursday (local time).
The summit will focus on bolstering strategic convergence among our countries, advancing a shared vision of free and open Indo-Pacific region.
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The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday said that over 45 Indians were discharged from the Russian military and efforts were on to secure the release of 50 more Indians.
Out of 45 Indian nationals, 35 were discharged after Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the issue with Russian President Vladimir Putin in July, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said at a media briefing. During his visit to Moscow in July, Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the issue with President Vladimir Putin following which Russia decided to discharge all Indians working in the Russian army.
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NSA Ajit Doval met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Thursday on the sidelines of the BRICS National Security Advisers’ meeting. During their discussions, Doval emphasised that maintaining peace and tranquility in border areas, as well as respecting the Line of Actual Control (LAC), are essential for restoring normalcy in bilateral relations between India and China.
National Security Adviser Ajit Doval, met Member of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Political Bureau and Director of the Office of the Central Foreign Affairs Commission, Wang Yi on September 12 in Saint Petersburg, Russia on the sidelines of the Meeting of BRICS High-Ranking Officials Responsible for Security Matters/National Security Advisers, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a press release.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday extended an invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, proposing a bilateral meeting on October 22, on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in Kazan. During the invitation, Putin also referred to PM Modi as a “good friend.”
The remarks by Putin came while he met National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on the sidelines of the BRICS National Security Advisers’ meeting. Putin had a meeting with Doval at the Constantine Palace in Russia’s St. Petersberg.
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While reaffirming support for a permanent seat for India, the US is calling for text-based negotiations for reform of the UN Security Council giving an impetus to the stalled process, according to Permanent Representative Linda Thomas-Greenfield.
“The United States supports engaging in text-based negotiations on Council reform,” she said on Thursday. “It’s actually a big deal. It means we’re ready to work with other countries to negotiate language, prepare amendments, and ready this resolution for a vote in the General Assembly, and ultimately amend the UN Charter.”
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Thursday that a reason why BRICS was formed was that G7 nations were not letting anyone else enter the group and that the forum of major emerging economies has gained a life of its own. “Because there was another club, it was called the G7 and you wouldn’t let anybody else into that club, so we said we’d go and form our own club. As it started, it gained a life of its own over the period of time.
Others saw value in it as well,” Jaishankar said while answering queries during an interaction at the Geneva Centre for Security Policy in Switzerland. Jaishankar was answering queries from former Permanent Representative of France to the United Nations, Jean David Levitte. “We expanded the BRICS, we took the decision to expand the BRICS last year in South Africa’s Johannesburg. And we extended invitations to more countries, which virtually doubled the number.
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Security forces on Wednesday recovered a cache of arms and ammunition from a forest area in the Keran sector along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir. Based on specific intelligence inputs, a joint operation by the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police was launched in Keran Sector, Kupwara, the Srinagar-based Chinar Corps of the Indian Army posted on X.
Searches in the indicated area have led to the recovery of a very large cache of arms ammunition and explosives including AK 47 rounds, hand grenades, RPG rounds, material for Improvised Explosive Devices and other war-like stores, it said.
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