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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has announced a reward of Rs 10 lakh for the arrest of Anmol Bishnoi, brother of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi.
Anmol is chargesheeted in two NIA cases registered in 2022. His name gained attention recently in connection with ongoing investigations in Mumbai, particularly related to activities involving a political party.
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Hyundai Rotem, a key player in South Korea’s defence industry and better known globally for its affordable car range, manufactures one of the world’s most advanced main battle tanks (MBTs), the K2 Black Panther. However, despite the tank’s cutting-edge capabilities, Hyundai officials have confirmed to idrw.org that the K2 Black Panther will not be offered for the Indian Army’s tender for 1,770 Future-Ready Combat Vehicles (FRCVs), which is one of the largest MBT procurement programs in the world.
Hyundai officials did not provide specific reasons for the decision not to participate in the Indian Army’s FRCV tender, but several contributing factors can be inferred.
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France has invited India to collaborate on the development of the next-generation Armement Air-Sol Modulaire (AASM) Hammer, a sophisticated air-to-surface stand-off weapon. The proposal was made during high-level discussions between the two countries, highlighting the deepening defence partnership.
The AASM Hammer, developed by Safran Electronics & Defense, is a versatile weapon system for close air support and deep strike missions. It boasts advanced features, including all-weather capability, smart guidance, and a high degree of modularity.
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The Instrument Research & Development Establishment (IRDE), a lab under the Defence Research & Development Organization (DRDO), has taken a significant step in advancing India’s defence technology capabilities by issuing an Expression of Interest (EOI). This EOI invites Indian industries to propose the establishment of an Infrared Scene Generation and Projection System-based Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) Test Facility for testing and evaluating advanced Electro-Optical (EO) Sensors.
The IRDE’s initiative aims to pre-qualify Indian industries based on their technical capabilities, with responses evaluated by a Technical Assessment Committee (TAC). Following this, a Request for Proposal (RFP) will be issued to shortlisted firms through Limited Bidding Mode (LBM), and the final selection will be based on the lowest bid (L1) criteria, subject to fulfilment of all techno-commercial conditions of the RFP.
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India’s ambitious 5th-generation Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program has garnered significant attention in the global defense community. With a focus on stealth, advanced avionics, and supercruise capabilities, the AMCA is poised to position India among the elite group of countries with indigenous 5th-generation fighter jets. However, as India invests heavily in the development of this next-generation aircraft, the question arises—should India open the doors to other countries to join the AMCA program, following the examples set by South Korea’s KF-21 and Turkey’s Kaan fighter programs?
Both the South Korean KF-21 Boramae and the Turkish Kaan programs have gained traction through international collaboration. The KF-21, developed by Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) with technological support from Lockheed Martin, benefits from Indonesia as a development partner, which not only shares the financial burden but also positions the KF-21 as an attractive option for future exports. Similarly, Turkey’s Kaan program, spearheaded by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI), has generated international interest, with countries such as Pakistan reportedly keen on collaboration.
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At Swavlamban 2024, a landmark event showcasing India’s push toward defence self-reliance, one particular exhibit caught attention—the Multi-Utility Long Endurance (MULE) Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) developed by Pune-based Altair Industrial Technologies Pvt. Ltd for the Indian Navy, this unmanned aerial platform is poised to expand the boundaries of maritime technology and power the Indian Navy’s naval self-reliance mission. As the MULE prepares for its developmental trials, speculation has emerged about the origin of its design, raising important questions about its local development and external influences.
The MULE RPA is a cutting-edge unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) designed for a variety of maritime roles, from intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) to strike missions using its missile armament. With an endurance of 120 minutes and a range of 300 kilometers, it is expected to offer a versatile platform for the Indian Navy, enhancing its capabilities in maritime patrolling, monitoring of adversarial movements, and potential engagement with enemy assets. MULE aims to fill critical gaps in India’s maritime defense ecosystem, particularly as the Indian Navy increases its focus on unmanned platforms.
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India’s Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A has recently been spotted for the first time equipped with the ELL-8212/ELL-8222 Self Protection Jamming Pod, in addition to a pair of Astra MkI Beyond Visual Range (BVR) missiles. This development marks a significant enhancement in the Tejas Mk1A’s defensive and offensive capabilities as it prepares for deployment with the Indian Air Force (IAF). The integration of these systems demonstrates the ongoing modernization of India’s homegrown fighter program to meet the demands of modern aerial warfare.
The ELL-8212 and ELL-8222 Self-Protection Electronic Countermeasures (ECM) pods, developed by Israel’s ELTA Systems, are designed to enhance the survivability of fighter jets and other military aircraft by providing robust protection against a wide range of air-to-air (A/A) and surface-to-air (S/A) threats. These threats typically come from radar-guided missile systems, which form a dense and complex challenge for any aircraft in contested airspace.
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Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE), a leading Indian shipyard, has achieved a significant milestone by indigenously designing and constructing the first-ever Double Lane Portable Steel Bridge in the country. This bridge, featuring a spacious 7.5-meter-wide carriageway, has been supplied to the Border Roads Organization (BRO), a prestigious government agency responsible for developing infrastructure in India’s border areas.
The development of this innovative bridge is a testament to GRSE’s engineering prowess and commitment to supporting the nation’s strategic infrastructure needs. The bridge is designed to be highly portable and can be easily transported and installed in remote and challenging terrains, making it an ideal solution for BRO’s operations in border regions.
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Tata-Airbus Project: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Spanish counterpart Pedro Sanchez will inaugurate Tata Advanced Systems Ltd (TASL)-Airbus factory in Vadodara on October 28 and will also hold a bilateral meeting in that city, a release said.
The foundation stone of the manufacturing facility of transport aircraft C-295 was laid in October 2022 by Modi and the plant will be inaugurated by both leaders on the next Monday, a Gujarat government release said.
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The defence ministry on Thursday signed a contract with a private firm to procure six Air Cushion Vehicles for the Indian Coast Guard at a total cost of Rs 387.44 crore. These amphibious vessels, also called ‘Hovercrafts’, will be procured under the Buy (Indian) category, the ministry said in a statement.
The Ministry of Defence “signed a contract with Chowgule & Company Pvt. Ltd., Goa for procurement of six Air Cushion Vehicles (ACVs) for the Indian Coast Guard at a total cost of Rs 387.44 crore,” it said. These ACVs will be manufactured in India for the “first time in line with the ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ vision of the government, representing a pivotal step in the nation’s shipping landscape,” it said.
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Canada suddenly dropped the name of gangster Goldy Brar, who operates in the north American nation, from its wanted list of criminals, India’s recalled envoy Sanjay Verma has said. In an interview with PTI Videos, Verma said India had shared the names of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and Brar with Canadian authorities who had put the latter on the wanted list.
The senior diplomat also said the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar was “wrong” and the truth must come out after a thorough investigation. “Nijjar was a terrorist to us, but anything that is extrajudicial, for any democracy, rule of law country, is wrong,” Verma said.
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday arrested a close associate of Khalistani terrorist Arshdeep Singh Dala alias Arsh Dala from the Delhi airport. Baljeet Singh alias Baljeet Maur of Bathinda, Punjab, was taken into custody by the NIA on his arrival at the Indira Gandhi International Airport from the UAE, according to an official statement.
NIA investigations have revealed that Baljeet Maur was involved in logistic support, identification of extortion targets, recruitment of new cadres, as well as terror funding to India-based associates of Arsh Dala of the proscribed outfit Khalistan Terrorist Force (KTF).
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Pakistan on Thursday said no formal meeting took place between Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on the sidelines of a conclave of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) here last week.
“It is customary for delegations in multilateral settings to exchange pleasantries and hold informal conversations over lunch and dinner, especially between the host and the guests who are participating,” Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch said.
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In a major terrorist attack, two soldiers and civilian porters were killed and three other soldiers injured when an army vehicle came under fire in J&K’s Baramulla district on Thursday, officials said. Official sources said that terrorists fired at a vehicle of Rashtriya Rifles (RR) at Nagin Chowk of Botapathri area near Gulmarg ski resort in the evening.
“Two soldiers and two civilian porters were killed and 3 soldiers injured in this attack. The area has been cordoned off and reinforcements have been rushed to the area,” an official said. “Very unfortunate news about the attack on the army vehicles in the Boota Pathri area of North Kashmir which has resulted in some casualties & injuries. This recent spate of attacks in Kashmir is a matter of serious concern. I condemn this attack in the strongest possible terms & send my condolences to the loved ones of the people who lost their lives. I also pray that injured make a complete & swift recovery,” he said in a post on X.
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Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday asked the security grid to prepare a comprehensive strategy to eliminate the terrorists and their logistics network in Jammu and Kashmir to fulfil the government’s commitment of ensuring a peaceful atmosphere in the Union territory.
Chairing the Unified Headquarters (UHQ) meeting here, Sinha told the top security brass to carry out a security audit of all vital projects in Jammu and Kashmir and plug the loopholes, if any, officials said here after the meeting.
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