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India has officially commissioned the INS Arighat, the second nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) in its class, following the lead of its predecessor, INS Arihant. Bearing the pennant number S3, INS Arighat represents a significant leap forward in the capabilities of India’s strategic submarine fleet. It is reportedly at least a decade ahead of INS Arihant in terms of technological advancements, thanks to a series of major upgrades to its internal systems that remain classified.
The INS Arighat is powered by an 83 MW pressurized water reactor (PWR), which has been further optimized and refined to enhance its performance and efficiency. The improvements in the reactor not only increase the submarine’s operational endurance but also reduce its acoustic signature, making it harder to detect by enemy sonar systems. Additionally, the sonar and electronic systems on board have received substantial upgrades, providing INS Arighat with improved detection capabilities and situational awareness, crucial for modern underwater warfare.
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The Indian Ocean Region (IOR) has become a focal point of growing geopolitical competition, with China’s increasing presence raising concerns for India. This article explores this complex issue, examining recent developments and potential future scenarios.
The deployment of Chinese research vessels in the IOR has become a frequent occurrence. These vessels, while ostensibly engaged in scientific research, are suspected by some of conducting activities that could have military applications. The graphic accompanying this article illustrates the paths taken by these vessels during their recent surveys, highlighting the extent of their operations.
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Renowned security expert Bharat Karnad has called upon the Government of India (GOI) to take decisive action to expedite the production of the Tejas light combat aircraft and break the country’s reliance on foreign military equipment.
In his latest column, Karnad, a Senior Fellow at the Centre for Policy Research, New Delhi, has urged the GOI to instruct the National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL) and the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) to transfer the Tejas source codes to private sector giants like L&T, Tata, and Mahindra Aerospace.
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According to recent reports, Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala, is poised to become the headquarters of India’s Joint Maritime Theatre Command. This strategic move is expected to enhance the country’s maritime security and surveillance capabilities.
The Joint Maritime Theatre Command, a significant component of India’s military reforms, aims to integrate the naval, air, and coastal forces under a single command. This unified approach will enable a more cohesive and effective response to maritime threats.
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Sansera Engineering, a leading precision engineering company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dynamatic Technologies to supply intricate structural parts for the Airbus A220 Door Program. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone for both companies, solidifying their position in the global aerospace supply chain.
Dynamatic Technologies, a renowned aerospace engineering firm, has awarded a long-term contract to Sansera Engineering for the manufacturing of these complex components. This contract underscores the confidence that Dynamatic Technologies has in Sansera Engineering’s capabilities and expertise in delivering high-quality products to meet the stringent requirements of the aerospace industry.
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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to embark on an ambitious mission to enhance its Earth observation capabilities with a series of advanced satellites. These missions are designed to provide crucial data for a wide range of applications, including agriculture, disaster management, climate monitoring, and oceanography.
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PTC Industries Limited has announced a significant breakthrough in manufacturing technology for aero-engine components. Its wholly owned subsidiary, Aerolloy Technologies Limited, has successfully developed the most advanced casting technology for producing Single Crystal and Directionally Solidified blades and vanes for aero-engine and industrial gas turbine applications.
This achievement marks a major milestone for the Indian aerospace industry. Aerolloy Technologies has become the first company in the country to bring this cutting-edge casting technology to its shores. The company has established this manufacturing capability at its Lucknow facility.
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The Indian Navy’s stealth frigate INS Tabar, under the command of Captain MR Harish, and the Long Range Maritime Reconnaissance (LRMR) P8I aircraft have made a notable impact in the 22nd edition of the India-France bilateral naval exercise Varuna.
This significant maritime exercise took place from September 2 to 4, 2024 in the Mediterranean Sea, following a port visit by INS Tabar to Toulon, France, from August 29 to September 1, 2024, as per an official press release by the Indian Navy.
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah unequivocally said on Friday that India is not in favour of talks with Pakistan until terrorism ceases, emphasising that “talks and bombs cannot go together”. Amit Shah made these remarks while releasing here the BJP’s manifesto for Jammu and Kashmir. He dismissed any possibility of dialogue with Pakistan amidst the ongoing terrorist activities.
Asserting that Article 370 is a thing of the past, Amit Shah stated that no one can bring it back.
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Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said that his country desired peace with all neighbours, asserting that progress and peace are “intertwined”.
Sharif made the remarks while addressing Defence and Martyrs Day here. He said Pakistan wants peaceful relations with all its neighbours but added that the country would not compromise its freedom and independence.
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Omar Abdullah, former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, shed light on the difficult decisions faced by his father, Farooq Abdullah, during the 1999 IC814 hijacking incident. He highlighted the tough decisions faced by his father, Farooq Abdullah, during that time.
In an interview with ANI, Omar Abdullah revealed that the IC814 hijack was not the first instance where his father was compelled to release prisoners.
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Five people were killed in fresh violence in Manipur’s Jiribam district on Saturday morning, police said. One person was shot dead in his sleep while four others were killed in subsequent exchange of fire between armed men of two warring communities, a police officer said.
Militants entered the house of the person who lived alone in an isolated location around 5 km from the district headquarters and shot him dead in his sleep, he said.
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The launch of ‘Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge, LSAM 21 (Yard 131)’, 7th Barge of 11 x ACTCM Barge Project, built by MSME Shipyard, M/s Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, Thane for Indian Navy, was undertaken on 05 Sep 24 at M/s Suryadipta Project Pvt Ltd (Launch site of M/s SPPL). The launching Ceremony was presided over by Cmde VA Giriprasad AWPS WOT (Mbi).
The contract for building 11 x ACTCM Barge was signed between MoD and M/s Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, Thane on 05 Mar 21. The availability of these Barges would provide impetus to operational commitments of IN by facilitating Transportation, Embarkation and Disembarkation of articles/ ammunition to IN Ships both alongside jetties and at outer harbours.
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India and Saudi Arabia conducted the sixth edition of Joint Committee on Defence Cooperation (JCDC) meeting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on September 4, 2024. The two countries discussed new avenues to further strengthen the long standing and multi-faceted defence cooperation. Detailed deliberations were held to expand the scope of engagement and cooperation in areas such as military, training, defence industry, R&D etc.
India and Saudi Arabia enjoy cordial and friendly relations founded on the centuries old economic and socio-cultural ties. The MoU on Defence Cooperation provides a framework for defence collaboration between the two countries. Joint Defence Cooperation Committee is an institutional mechanism under the MoU to promote the objectives of defence cooperation.
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As many as 258 officer cadets and 39 women officer cadets were commissioned into various arms and services of the Indian Army at an impressive ceremony at the Officers Training Academy, Chennai, on Saturday.
The ‘Passing Out Parade,’ held at the Parameshwaran Drill Square of the institute, was reviewed by the Vice Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General N S Raja Subramani. Ten officer cadets and five officer cadets (women) from friendly foreign countries also successfully completed their training, fostering bonds of camaraderie and cooperation across international borders, the OTA said.
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