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The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has issued a fresh tender signalling the imminent integration of the RudraM-III missile onto Su-30 MKI aircraft. This integration project will focus on non-UMC (Unified Manufacturing Contract) Su-30 MKI variants, as specified in the tender documents.
The RudraM-III, an indigenously developed hypersonic anti-radiation missile, boasts an impressive range of 550 kilometers and speeds exceeding Mach 5. This weapon system significantly enhances the IAF’s offensive capabilities, allowing for long-range strikes against enemy radar installations and other critical infrastructure.
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India’s pursuit of a credible nuclear triad – a deterrent force consisting of land, air, and sea-launched nuclear weapons – is gaining momentum, particularly in the realm of submarine-launched ballistic missiles (SLBMs). DRDO’s K-series SLBMs are a key element in this endeavour.
Currently, Indian nuclear submarines rely on the B-05 SLBM, with ranges of 750 and 3,500 kilometres depending on the K-4 variant. The K-4, a more advanced missile with a longer range, equips some submarines, enabling them to launch attacks from farther distances without needing to venture close to adversarial shores.
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The Indian Army is charting a course for enhanced armoured mobility, with plans to induct both locally produced Stryker Infantry Combat Vehicles (ICVs) co-developed with the United States and indigenously designed ICVs from DRDO.
The Indian Army is looking to integrate American expertise into its ICV fleet through a collaborative project. The plan involves the development and production of a limited number (around 100 initially, with potential for further orders up to 300) of Stryker ICVs specifically designed for Indian requirements.
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Armenia’s recently acquired Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS) 155mm/52 caliber towed guns from India have received a user-friendly upgrade, according to Baba Kalyani, Chairman of Bharat Forge.
The ATAGS deployed in Armenia boast ballistic computers with interfaces in the local language. This customization simplifies operation for Armenian artillery crews, reducing training time and potential for errors.
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India’s Ministry of Defence (MoD) has embarked on an ambitious project to design and develop Extra Large Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (XLUUVs) for the Indian Navy. This initiative signifies a significant stride towards self-reliance in underwater defense technologies.
The project, granted Approval-in-Principle (AiP) in January 2023, aims to deliver a prototype XLUUV by 2025, paving the way for potential procurement of up to 12 XLUUAVs upon successful testing. This aligns with India’s broader “Make in India” push to bolster domestic defense manufacturing capabilities.
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) is taking its pilot training to the next level by introducing live air-to-air missile engagements against electronic targets. This initiative comes in response to the growing prominence of combat drones and sub-sonic cruise missiles in modern warfare.
The battlefield landscape is constantly evolving, with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and sub-sonic cruise missiles playing an increasingly significant role. These new threats demand a more nuanced and realistic training approach for IAF pilots.
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Pakistan Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir on Thursday said India is Pakistan’s “arch rival” and his country will continue to provide moral, political and diplomatic support to Kashmir. Addressing the passing out parade of the Pakistan Air Force at the Asghar Khan Academy in Risalpur, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Army Chief General Asim Munir recalled the India-Pakistan situation of 2019, saying India is our “arch rival”, Pakistan for Kashmir. Will continue to provide moral, political and diplomatic support to the people and soldiers of the country.
“Silence of the world over Kashmir is deafening..” Pakistan Army Chief Munir expresses frustration over lack of international support for their stance on Kashmir.
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The Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday condemned the pro-Khalistan slogans at a public event attended by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, and stressed that this shows the kind of political space that has been given in Canada to separatism, extremism, and violence. During the weekly presser, MEA spokesperson Jaiswal said, “PM Trudeau has made such remarks earlier as well…His remarks illustrate once again the kind of political space that has been given in Canada to separatism, extremism, and violence.
” Further, Jaiswal emphasised that this encourages a climate of violence and criminality in Canada. “This not only impacts India-Canada relations but also encourages a climate of violence and criminality in Canada to the detriment of its own citizens,” he said. During the Khalsa Day Celebrations that took place in Toronto, loud chants of pro-Khalistan slogans were seen being raised in the presence of Canadian PM Trudeau, as well as opposition leader Pierre Poilievre.
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India is “watchful” of the presence of a Chinese vessel in the Maldives and taking “appropriate measures” to safeguard its national and economic security, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday.
“As these developments are concerned especially in our neighbourhood and beyond. All these developments which have an impact on our national security, on our economic security, we are watchful of them and we take whatever appropriate measures that are taken to safeguard it,” MEA official spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in a press briefing.
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President Joe Biden has called Japan and India “xenophobic” countries that do not welcome immigrants, lumping the two with adversaries China and Russia as he tried to explain their economic circumstances and contrasted the four with the U.S. on immigration.
The remarks, at a campaign fundraising event Wednesday evening, came just three weeks after the White House hosted Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida for a lavish official visit, during which the two leaders celebrated what Biden called an “unbreakable alliance,” particularly on global security matters.
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India on Thursday blasted the US Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) for attempting to “interfere” in its electoral exercise and continuing to indulge in “propaganda” against the country, “masquerading” as part of an annual report.
In an unusually sharp reaction to the USCIRF’s latest report that has criticised India for alleged violations of religious freedom, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the organisation is known to be a “biased” entity with a political agenda.
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As leading universities across the US continue to witness protests against Israeli military action in Gaza, India on Thursday said there has to be a right balance between freedom of expression, sense of responsibility and public safety in every democracy.
Hundreds of students were arrested by the US authorities with an aim to quell the protests. “We have seen reports on the matter and have been following related events. In every democracy, there has to be the right balance between freedom of expression, sense of responsibility and public safety and order,” external affairs ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said at his weekly media briefing.
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A senior BSF official on Thursday said an intruder killed along the International Border (IB) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Samba district might have been sent to carry out reconnaissance of the area and test the alertness of troops for a potential infiltration attempt.
Border Security Force (BSF) troops thwarted an infiltration bid on Wednesday night at Samba’s Regal post along the IB and killed an intruder, officials said. The body of the intruder was retrieved from the spot on Thursday.
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In the case of Indian nationals who were duped with job offers in Myanmar, External Affairs Ministry on Thursday said that three Indians had contacted for repatriation and one has already been brought back. During the weekly media briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, “Three Indians in Myanmar contacted the Indian government for repatriation and one of them has returned. We are in touch with the two other departments.
And the embassy there is working as to how they can get them released as early as possible.” He futher reminded of the notice to job-seekers that cautioned them to be careful, while applying for job in South East Asian country.
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India has refuted reports of Indian companies taking over visa issuance at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Colombo. The Indian High Commission in Colombo said in a statement that the companies being referred to in the report are not India-based and any reference to India is “unwarranted.” “We have seen reports and comments including in social media regarding Indian companies taking over visa issuance at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), Colombo,” the statement read.
“The companies referred to in these reports are not India-based or Indian and are headquartered elsewhere. Any reference to India in this context is unwarranted.” the Indian mission added. As per the local Sri Lankan media outlet, The Daily Mirror stated that chaos broke out at the BIA last night following the controversial takeover of the on-arrival visa issuance process at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) by an Indian company.
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