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Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is riding high after receiving a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Ministry of Defence for 156 indigenously built Light Combat Helicopters (LCH), a deal estimated at ?45,000 crore. But their sights are set even higher, as they anticipate an upcoming RFP for their Light Utility Helicopter (LUH) as well.
The LUH, a highly agile new-generation helicopter in the 3-tonne class, has garnered significant interest from the Indian Armed Forces (Army, Navy, and Air Force). These services are looking to replace their ageing fleet of Chetak and Cheetah helicopters with the domestically produced LUH.
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Small aerial drones have become a ubiquitous sight on the modern battlefield, with the Ukraine conflict highlighting their effectiveness. However, DRDO officials told idrw.org that he believes this is a temporary advantage, and anti-drone technology is rapidly evolving to counter this threat.
DRDO officials acknowledges that current limitations in anti-drone tech have allowed these “cobbled-together” drones some free rein. However, they emphasize that this is a fleeting window. Russia’s Electronic Warfare (EW) and jamming systems have reportedly neutralized nearly 75% of such drones in Ukraine, showcasing the growing effectiveness of counter-drone measures.
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According to Bloomberg, India and Russia might be revisiting the idea of jointly developing a 5th generation fighter jet. This potential rekindling of discussions comes as Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares for his first bilateral visit to Russia since his third term win, later this month.
The initial collaboration, under the Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft (FGFA) program, envisioned a joint effort to build a two-seater variant based on Russia’s Su-57 jet. However, India pulled out of the project in 2018 due to concerns about the Su-57’s capabilities.
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Pakistan has reportedly integrated its nuclear-capable Ra’ad-I cruise missile with the JF-17 fighter jet, according to a recent analysis by the Federation of American Scientists (FAS). The Ra’ad, first tested in 2007, is Pakistan’s sole air-launched cruise missile with a potential nuclear capability. The U.S. Air Force National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) designated it as a “dual-capable system” in 2017, meaning it can be equipped with either conventional or nuclear warheads.
The FAS report analyzed images of a JF-17 Thunder Block II from rehearsals for the 2023 Pakistan Day Parade. This marked the first public observation of the fighter jet carrying the Ra’ad-I missile.
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A recent report by the American Chamber of Commerce in India (AMCHAM) reveals a significant shift in India’s defence export landscape. The report says that India’s defence exports in FY 2022-23 witnessed a tenfold jump compared to five years ago, reaching a total of $1.6 billion.
The US has emerged as India’s leading defence export partner, capturing over 50% of the market share. This comes on the heels of NSA Jake Sullivan’s visit to India, potentially indicating a strengthening partnership between the two nations in the defence sector.
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An Indonesian Air Force delegation, led by Air Vice Marshal Minggit Tribowo, visited New Delhi today for discussions with representatives from India’s defense sector. The delegation interacted with officers from Defence Production India, headed by JS (Naval Systems) Rajeev Prakash, alongside officials from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), and Zen Technologies.
During the visit, Mr. Prakash showcased the manufacturing prowess of the Indian defense industry to the Indonesian delegation. This follows recent developments indicating a growing defense partnership between the two nations.
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Bharat Forge Ltd. announced the successful participation of its wholly-owned subsidiary, Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited (KSSL), at Eurosatory 2024. Held in Paris, France, Eurosatory is a premier global defense and security exhibition that attracts leading industry players.
KSSL leveraged this prestigious platform to showcase its capabilities and extensive product portfolio. Beyond being a renowned manufacturer of 155mm Artillery, KSSL impressed attendees with its offerings of various types of artillery shells ranging from 70mm to 155mm, 120mm mortar bodies, and even incendiary shells, including the M107.
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External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Wednesday pressed for the safe and expeditious return of Indian nationals currently in the war zone in Ukraine during his meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on the sidelines of the meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) in Kazakhstan’s capital Astana.”Wide ranging conversation on our bilateral partnership and contemporary issues. Noted the progress in many areas since our last meeting in December 2023. Raised our strong concern on Indian nationals who are currently in the war zone. Pressed for their safe and expeditious return,” the EAM posted on X after his meeting with Lavrov.
“Also discussed the global strategic landscape and exchanged assessments and views,” Jaishankar added.
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Calling for a reform of the UN Security Council, India has cautioned against its peacekeeping mandates as “not representative of current realities”.Intelligence Bureau Director Tapan Kumar Deka said: “We call for caution on any activity that is rooted in authorisation from a Security Council that is not representative of current realities.”
In his address at the UN Chiefs of Police Summit (UNCOPS) here recently, he said that because it is responsible for maintaining international peace and security, “it is important that the Security Council is a reformed body with an expansion of membership in both the permanent and non-permanent categories”.
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Calling for a reform of the UN Security Council, India has cautioned against its peacekeeping mandates as “not representative of current realities”. Intelligence Bureau Director Tapan Kumar Deka said: “We call for caution on any activity that is rooted in authorisation from a Security Council that is not representative of current realities.”
In his address at the UN Chiefs of Police Summit (UNCOPS) here recently, he said that because it is responsible for maintaining international peace and security, “it is important that the Security Council is a reformed body with an expansion of membership in both the permanent and non-permanent categories”.
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The 16th edition of Joint Military Exercise ‘Nomadic Elephant’ between armies of India and Mongolia will be conducted in Meghalaya’s Umroi from July 3-16, the Indian Army stated on Tuesday.
Additional Directorate General of Public Information, IHQ of MoD (Army) said that the exercise set to be conducted in Meghalaya aims to enhance interoperability between two armies in carrying out semi-conventional operations in semi-urban/mountainous terrain.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday asserted that the fight against terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir is in its last stage, and a multi-pronged strategy has been adopted to destroy the remaining terror network.
Speaking in the Rajya Sabha, the prime minister emphasised that terror incidents have declined in the Union Territory in the last 10 years. Terror and separatism are ending and the citizens of Jammu and Kashmir are leading this fight, he said. “Our fight against terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir, in a way, is in last stage, last leg. We are moving with a multi-pronged strategy to eliminate the remaining terror network there,” Modi said.
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India and Myanmar pioneered a new bilateral trade payment system as the Yangon office of Punjab National Bank on Tuesday completed the first transaction exceeding Rs 1 crore for a shipment of pulses under the Rupee-Kyat Settlement Mechanism.
The initiative aims to streamline trade transactions between India and Myanmar, enhancing efficiency by eliminating complexities associated with exchange rates through direct payment in local currencies.
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Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi interacted with the Commandant of National Defence College Lt Gen Md Saiful Alam, the faculty and staff and provided an overview of flux in the security environment in the broader Indo-Pacific Region from a naval perspective.
The Navy Chief is on a visit to Bangladesh and visited the National Defence College on Tuesday. During the visit, he interacted with the commandant Lt Gen, faculty, staff and the officers of the National Defence College.
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The family of an Agniveer from Maharashtra who died in the line of duty last year has said they have received an assistance of Rs 1.08 crore from the government. The family’s statement came after Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said an Agniveer who lays down his life in the line of duty gets a compensation of Rs 1 crore.
Singh was speaking after Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, while referring to the Agnipath military recruitment scheme, claimed the government regards Agniveers as “use-and-throw labourers” and does not even give them the status of a “shaheed (martyr)”.
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