SOURCE: IDRW.ORG TEAM

In a recent article featured on “The Print,” former Chief of Army Staff General Manoj Naravane (retd) underscores the critical need for the Indian Army to shift its artillery focus from towed guns to mounted gun systems (MGS). General Naravane emphasizes that this strategic transition is imperative to enhance the mobility and overall effectiveness of artillery units, particularly in the context of modern warfare scenarios.

General Naravane draws attention to the challenges faced by towed artillery guns, highlighting their limitations in recent conflicts, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. He points to the growing proliferation of anti-access/area denial (A2/AD) systems, which pose significant obstacles to deploying artillery units effectively in Theater of Battle Areas (TBA). This restriction can severely impede the Army’s ability to adapt swiftly to rapidly evolving battlefield dynamics.

SOURCE : AFI

India is on the verge of conducting the maiden test of a game-changing Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) set to redefine its naval capabilities. This highly anticipated trial, scheduled for early October, is poised to unleash a missile with an impressive range of 500 kilometers, surpassing the supersonic Indo-Russian cruise missile BrahMos.

Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), this LRASM represents a significant leap forward in India’s maritime firepower.

SOURCE : AFI

Kangana Ranaut is all set to grace the silver screen in the upcoming film Tejas, a highly anticipated production directed by Sarvesh Mewara and produced by Ronnie Screwvala. The film promises to deliver an enthralling cinematic odyssey that will leave viewers on the edge of their seats.

Tejas tells the captivating story of Tejas Gill, an Air Force officer, and a courageous ensemble of soldiers dedicated to defending the nation. The film blends elements of heart-pounding action and fervent patriotism, offering an immersive cinematic experience that celebrates the unwavering dedication of the Indian Air Force.

SOURCE : AFI

In a bid to further explore the mysteries of the Red Planet, India is gearing up for another historic mission to Mars. Nine years after the groundbreaking success of the Mars Orbiter Mission, commonly known as Mangalyaan, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is preparing to launch Mangalyaan-2. This ambitious endeavor is poised to expand our understanding of Mars and the universe at large.

The upcoming Mangalyaan-2 mission is set to carry four crucial payloads designed to delve into various aspects of Mars and its environment. These payloads will provide valuable insights into the Martian atmosphere, interplanetary dust, and other intriguing phenomena.

SOURCE : AFI

India plans to embark on a massive naval buildup in response to China’s growing naval might and presence in the Indian Ocean. However, the broad strategy will face various significant challenges that could cap its ambitions.

Last month, multiple media outlets reported that the Indian Navy plans to order another Indigenous Aircraft Carrier (IAC) similar to the INS Vikrant. The plan was announced by Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar, according to the reports.

SOURCE : ANI

Apollo Micro Systems Limited, a leading company in the Indian Defence sector for electronic manufacturing, hardware designing, weapon integration, and platform integration is planning to set up a state-of-the-art defence equipment manufacturing facility in Hardware Park, Hyderabad. The company intends to perform Bhumi Pooja for the plant during upcoming Dusshera and plans to complete within nine months.

Company has estimated total investment in the upcoming ventures to be around Rs 150 crores. The new units will add an additional infrastructure of 3,00,000 Sq ft to its existing infrastructure and will be a defence electronics and electro-mechanical manufacturing facility which can handle bulk production. The new units will consists of clean room for productionization of Inertial Systems, RF Systems and for Space Applications and will be equipped with complete Environmental Test Facilities including EMI-EMC facility which will be accredited with NABL Laboratories.

SOURCE : IANS

Mohamed Muizzu, Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM)-People’s National Congress (PNC) coalition candidate has been elected the President of Maldives. Muizzu defeated incumbent Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, who was known for being close to India. The 45-year-old Muizzu won 54.06 per cent of the vote in the run-off contest.

Solih, 61, will continue as caretaker president till Muizzu takes charge on November 17. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Muizzu on being elected President. The Prime Minister posted on X: “Congratulations and greetings to @MMuizzu on being elected as President of the Maldives.”

SOURCE : AFI

In a troubling incident in Karachi, Pakistan, an unidentified group of gunmen carried out a targeted killing of a key member of the Lashkar-e-Taiba terror organization, Mufti Qaiser Farooq. The attack took place at the Gulshan-i-Umar seminary in the Edhi Center locality, where Farooq was shot multiple times at close range, ultimately resulting in his death.

While the Pakistani media has remained notably quiet about the motive behind this killing, sources have pointed to possible infighting within Lashkar-e-Taiba as a contributing factor. Reports from Pakistani media outlets have cited police sources, revealing that Farooq sustained gunshot wounds to his back and was rushed to a hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. Tragically, a 10-year-old boy was also injured during the attack, likely as collateral damage.

SOURCE : IANS

Jharkhand, which used to export mica to the world, is again in the news…this time for reserves of lithium – the “cosmic” mineral which is needed as part of country’s energy security plans. Lithium is being seen as a gamechanger mineral to achieve the goals of zero carbon greenenergy in the coming years all over the world.

Large reserves of precious mineral in the state have also created immense possibilities for thebattery-based electric vehicle industry in the country.

SOURCE : PTI

The Delhi Police has arrested one of NIA’s most wanted terrorists, Shahnawaz, who is alleged to have links with an ISIS module, officials said on Monday. Shanawaz had escaped from the custody of the Pune Police and was living in Delhi, they said. He carried a reward of Rs 3 lakh. An engineer by profession, Shahnawaz was arrested Sunday night from an area in southeast Delhi by the Delhi Police’s Special Cell and is currently being interrogated, an official said.

Four to five people, connected to the module and detained in the matter, are also being interrogated, the person said.

SOURCE : ANI

The Central Tibetan administration organised an official ceremony on the occasion of the 154th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi in Dharamshala on Monday. 

The ministers of Tibetan government in exile and staff members of central Tibetan administration (CTA) gathered at Gangkyi Park at the headquarters of exile government here in the North Indian hill town Dharamshala.

SOURCE : PIB

As part of the Indian Navy’s long range deployment in South East Asia, the ships of First Training Squadron (1TS) -INS Tir, INS Sujata, and ICGS Sarathi are visiting Port Klang, Malaysia. The activities being undertaken by the 1TS include various professional and community interactions, training exchanges, cross deck visits and sports fixtures with personnel of Royal Malaysian Navy, as well as ships open for visit of school children.

The deployment of 1 TS is aimed at exposing the trainees to the sociopolitical, military and maritime linkages of India with the friendly countries in the Indian Ocean Region and strengthening of bilateral engagements between the two Navies.

SOURCE : IANS

The security forces on Monday started a massive anti-militancy operation in J&K’s Rajouri district.

Official sources said that the security forces, including army, J&K Police and the CRPF have started a cordon and search operation in the villages under the jurisdiction of Kalakote police station in Rajouri district.