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An army soldier was killed and 13 people, including nine army personnel, were injured when their Army vehicle skidded off the road and overturned in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district, officials said on Saturday. The injured, which included four civilians, were taken to a hospital where their condition is stated to be stable, they said.
The accident in Kulgam’s D H Pora area happened during an operational move on Friday night, said the Army’s Srinagar-based 15 Corps, also known as Chinar Corps.
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Germany has extended an invitation to India to join the Eurodrone Medium-Altitude Long-Endurance (MALE) UAV program as an observer, allowing India the opportunity to closely monitor the development of one of Europe’s most ambitious unmanned aerial vehicle projects.
The Eurodrone MALE UAV program, officially known as the European Medium-Altitude Long-Endurance Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS), is being jointly developed by Airbus, Dassault Aviation, and Leonardo for Germany, France, Italy, and Spain. It marks a strategic collaboration within Europe to produce a homegrown UAV capability that is competitive with international alternatives.
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With formal approval granted for the development of two nuclear attack submarines (SSNs) under Project-77 for the Indian Navy, the next phase of India’s nuclear submarine program is well underway. According to a former Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) official who spoke to idrw.org, work on the second-generation 190-MW nuclear reactor has been ongoing for nearly eight years and will be ready in time to power the upcoming submarines.
The approval for these two SSNs marks a significant step forward in bolstering India’s maritime capabilities. Nuclear-powered attack submarines are critical assets for modern navies due to their ability to remain submerged for extended periods and travel vast distances without surfacing, making them indispensable for surveillance, deterrence, and offensive operations.
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The Drishti 10 (Hermes 900) Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), locally manufactured by Adani Defence at its Hyderabad facility, was procured by the Indian Navy and Army for benchmarking testing purposes. Initially seen as an interim solution, both services acquired two units to assess their performance while awaiting a larger procurement initiative for Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) UAVs. However, as the services continue testing, it seems that further orders for the Drishti 10 might not materialize.
Both the Indian Army and Navy are keen on issuing a tender for the procurement of nearly 76 MALE UAVs, with 60 units designated for the Army, 12 for the Indian Air Force, and four for the Navy. This would allow the forces to acquire modern UAVs capable of meeting their operational requirements, rather than settling on interim solutions like the Drishti 10.
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The CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL), Pune, has successfully breathed new life into the On-Board Oxygen Generation System (OBOGS) of the MiG-29 fighter aircraft. This critical system, essential for providing pilots with a continuous supply of oxygen at high altitudes, was rejuvenated through a pioneering process developed by CSIR-NCL scientists.
The Indian Navy, recognizing the diminishing efficiency of the MiG-29’s OBOGS units due to prolonged exposure to moisture, approached CSIR-NCL in November 2023. The zeolite material, the heart of the OBOGS system, was losing its ability to selectively adsorb nitrogen and produce pure oxygen.
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In a recent interview with Suno Digital, Ex-Commodore Sajid Mehmood Shehzad HI(M) of the Pakistani Navy has stated that the navy has no plans to develop its own nuclear-powered submarines capable of launching nuclear-equipped warhead missiles. According to Shehzad, the same capabilities can be achieved using conventional submarines equipped with tactical nuclear weapons.
The Pakistani Navy has long been known for its Babur cruise missiles, which can be launched from submarines. These missiles have the potential to be equipped with tactical nuclear weapons, providing the navy with a significant deterrent capability without the need for nuclear-powered submarines.
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Veda Aeronautics (P) Limited, a leading technology company based in Noida, has made significant strides in the development of advanced fire control systems (FCS). Their flagship product, the AGS-30 FCS, showcases their expertise in electro-optical technologies and their commitment to providing high-performance solutions for military applications.
Veda Aeronautics’ deep understanding of electro-optical technologies enables them to design and manufacture customized sensors, lasers, and optical systems that deliver exceptional situational awareness and target acquisition capabilities. These components form the backbone of the AGS-30 FCS, ensuring accurate and reliable performance in demanding combat environments.
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Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL), in collaboration with a leading Korean fuel cell technology firm and Indian industry partner, Lotus Wireless Private Limited, has introduced a groundbreaking range of hydrogen fuel cells designed to power Indian waters.
These state-of-the-art fuel cells, ranging from 250 kW to 2 MW, are fully class-certified and scalable up to 2 MW. This innovative technology is poised to revolutionize the Indian maritime sector by powering vessels such as ferries and tugs.
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India will test its home-grown electric thrusters to steer satellites to its desired orbit, a technology that promises to make spacecraft lighter and pack more punch, in December. Delivering the Sardar Patel Lecture at Akashvani, Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) chairman S Somanath said the first Technology Demonstrator Satellite (TDS-01) using indigenously developed electric propulsion will be launched in December.
The TDS-01 will also demonstrate indigenously built traveling wave tube amplifiers (TWTAs) that are integral parts of various communication and microwave remote sensing payloads on satellites.
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Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General M V Suchindra Kumar on Friday said the army has identified 135 areas where it seeks technological and industrial collaboration to fill operational gaps, with 93 research and development projects currently at various stages.
He said that the army has set up five joint command and control centres to ensure coordinated ground-level operations. “In Northern Command, we face multiple fronts and terrains — starting from the plains of Jammu, moving to hilly areas, and then to high-altitude and super high-altitude areas, such as eastern Ladakh. This region serves as a testing laboratory for equipment,” Lt Gen Kumar told reporters.
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National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval on Friday stressed the critical role of the nation’s will in securing lasting peace post-conflict and questioned the core objectives of warfare. He said that the way to achieve military objectives is by breaking the will of the nation and defeating their Army breaks the nation’s will. “Why do we fight the wars? Is it for some vicarious pleasure in killing the adversary’s human resources? What are our military objectives and how do we achieve them? We achieve it by breaking the will of the nation and defeating their army breaks the nation’s will.
When you defeat them on the battleground, the nation is prepared to have peace with you on your terms,” Doval said at the launch of Indian Strategic Culture by Maj Gen (Retired) Dr GD Bakshi. He suggested that nations often overlook this vital aspect of strategy, instead focusing on military manoeuvres and armament rather than the collective resolve of their citizens.
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India first raised the presence of organised crime in Canada but the issue was ignored because of a permissive atmosphere for a long time, EAM S Jaishankar said on Saturday, rejecting the targeting of its High Commissioner and diplomats by the Trudeau government.
Speaking at an event in Pune on the subject ‘Emerging opportunities in the present global scenario’, the diplomat-turned-politician said India will obviously take a tough position, which has been taken when its national interest, integrity and sovereignty are concerned.
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said the breakthrough agreement with China on patrolling along the LAC does not mean that issues between the two countries have been resolved, however, the disengagement allows us to look at the next step.
He credited the military, which worked in “very very unimaginable” conditions, and deft diplomacy for the breakthrough agreement with China.
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India on Saturday said it was deeply concerned over the “evolving escalation” in West Asia and urged all sides to exercise restraint and return to the path of dialogue and diplomacy. “Our Missions in the region are in contact with the Indian community,” the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement.
This comes after Israel carried out strikes on military sites in Iran on Saturday, further fuelling fears of a full-blown war between the two heavily armed countries.
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The United States hired a chartered flight to send back Indian nationals who stayed in the US illegally, the Department of Homeland Security said on Friday, noting that this has been done in cooperation with the Indian government.
“Indian nationals without a legal basis to remain in the United States are subject to swift removal, and intending migrants should not fall for the lies of smugglers who proclaim otherwise,” said a senior official performing the duties of Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security Kristie A. Canegallo.
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