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Based on the Madhya Pradesh High Court’s direction, a man accused of raising a pro-Pakistan slogan, reached a police station here on Tuesday and saluted the national flag 21 times by raising the ‘Bharat Mata ki jai’ slogan.
The man, Faizan, was directed by the high court last week to salute the tricolour and raise the ‘Bharat Mata ki jai’ slogan on every first and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Misrod police station here.
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With a renewed emphasis on the creation of India’s Rocket Force, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) is set to significantly ramp up the production of the Pralay Short-Range Ballistic Missile (SRBM). The Pralay, a mobile, canister-based surface-to-surface missile with a range of 150-500 km, has garnered increasing attention from both the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Indian Army. Orders for 120 units were placed by each service branch, with an additional order for another 120 missiles currently in the pipeline. As India prepares to strengthen its missile capabilities, production rates are expected to increase substantially over the coming years.
The current production rate of the Pralay SRBM remains in the single digits per year, according to sources close to idrw.org. However, this number is set to rise gradually into double digits as the MoD expands its missile production capacity. The establishment of the Rocket Force, which is expected to require 1,000 Pralay missiles, has created a demand that will drive further production scale-ups. To meet these ambitious targets, outsourcing to private sector companies is being planned, to achieve double-digit production rates by 2027. If necessary, this could eventually increase to triple digits per year.
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Armenia is seeking to bolster its air defence capabilities through a potential two-pronged approach with India. The first involves upgrading its existing fleet of four Su-30SM fighter jets to an Indian “Super-30” configuration.
This upgrade would see the integration of advanced Indian weaponry and technology, including the Astra Mk1 beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile, RudraM air-to-surface missiles, Uttam active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar, and an Indian mission computer. Replacing the original Russian PESA radar with the Uttam AESA radar would significantly enhance the detection and targeting capabilities of the Armenian Su-30SMs.
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The recent Request for Information (RFI) issued by the Indian Air Force (IAF) for six Airborne Early Warning and Control Systems (AEW&CS) has generated considerable interest and confusion. To clarify the situation, we at idrw.org will explain the different AEW&CS programs currently in development, including the Netra Mk1A, Netra MkII, and the long-term Netra MkIII project. While the RFI for six AEW&CS units involves advanced 360-degree surveillance technology, it is distinct from the ongoing Netra programs.
The IAF has received clearance for the procurement of six Netra Mk1A AEW&CS units, which will be based on the ERJ 145 airframe, a proven and reliable platform. The Netra Mk1A will feature an Active Electronic Scanned Array (AESA) radar, similar to the one used in the Netra Mk1, but with enhanced capabilities and upgrades. This radar allows for better detection, tracking, and surveillance, but its limited size on the ERJ 145 platform means that it covers a reduced range compared to future systems.
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BEML Limited, a leading defense equipment manufacturer in India, has secured an order for the design, development, and supply of 20 Datran 1500hp engines for the country’s Main Battle Tanks (MBTs). These advanced engines mark a significant leap forward in military propulsion technology and are set to play a crucial role in enhancing the capabilities of India’s armored forces.
The Datran 1500hp engine is engineered to rival some of the most advanced military propulsion systems globally. With its high power output and sophisticated technology, this engine provides superior acceleration, manoeuvrability, and operational endurance, which are critical factors for MBTs in modern warfare. Datran 1500hp engines are to be first tested on the older Arjun Prototypes before it is cleared for the program and also for the FRCV program.
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India’s ambition to develop its own fifth-generation fighter jet, the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), represents a significant leap in the country’s defense capabilities. The AMCA project is a major step towards building indigenous military technology with cutting-edge features such as stealth, supercruise capability, advanced avionics, and state-of-the-art weapon systems. However, the completion of this ambitious project may take several more years, especially due to the challenges associated with engine development.
In the interim, India may consider the acquisition of Russia’s fifth-generation Sukhoi Su-57 fighter jets to bolster its defense capabilities, particularly in response to the growing regional threat posed by China’s and Pakistan’s advancements in military aviation.
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Air Marshal Narmdeshwar Tiwari, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C) of the Southwestern Air Command (SWAC), conducted a comprehensive review of a frontline Air Force base in the western sector from October 21 to 23, 2024.
A seasoned aviator with a distinguished career, Air Marshal Tiwari has previously served as a test pilot on the indigenously developed Tejas light combat aircraft. During his visit, he revisited the base and, to refresh his flying skills, undertook three sorties on the Tejas.
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Uber, extending exclusive benefits to Air Force personnel, civilians, veterans, and their families. The agreement offers discounted rides and other perks to IAF members and their families, aiming to provide convenient transportation solutions for the defense community. However, this deal has sparked concerns among defense analysts regarding potential security risks, especially given Uber’s American origins and the increasing importance of data security in military operations.
Under the MoU, Uber has committed to offering specialized services and discounts to IAF personnel and their families. This includes benefits like reduced fares for rides, priority customer service, and possibly other logistical services aimed at making transportation easier for the defense community. The intent behind this partnership is to simplify travel for personnel who often move between bases, deal with unpredictable schedules, and require reliable transportation.
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Anil Ambani’s flagship firm, Reliance Infrastructure Ltd, on Tuesday announced its plan to invest Rs 10,000 crore over the next ten years to establish India’s largest integrated project in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, for the manufacturing of explosives, ammunition, and small arms.
The company has been allotted 1,000 acres of land in the Watad Industrial Area of Ratnagiri to develop the Dhirubhai Ambani Defence City (DADC). “DADC will be the largest greenfield project in the defence sector in India by any private sector company,” the firm stated. Reliance Infrastructure joins industry giants like Tata Group, Adani, and Larsen & Toubro in the defence manufacturing sector.
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A day after India announced reaching an agreement with China on patrolling along the LAC in eastern Ladakh, Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi on Tuesday said as of now “we are trying to restore the trust” and both sides will have to “reassure each other” to achieve this.
He was speaking at an interaction session here after delivering a lecture hosted by defence think-tank USI. India on Monday announced it has reached an agreement with China on patrolling along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh. This is seen as a major breakthrough in ending the over four-year-long military standoff ahead of a likely meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Russia this week.
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Navy Vice Chief Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan on Tuesday asserted that as far as the naval force is concerned, the requirements of national security are “supreme” but the Navy would like to support national security needs by being self-reliant.
“Obviously, this is not making one clash against the other. We need to have both to happen at the same time,” he said this during a media interaction held at Kota House ahead of the third edition of Navy’s flagship seminar Swavlamban.
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Navy Vice Chief Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan on Tuesday said the naval force was happy to learn about India and China reaching an agreement on patrolling along the LAC in eastern Ladakh as he underlined that in national security issues, it is “not easy” to come to any kind of a settlement.
He said this during a media interaction held at Kota House ahead of the third edition of Navy’s flagship seminar Swavlamban.
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Uranium In Water: Water in 6 districts of Chhattisgarh has been found to contain dangerous levels of “uranium”. Exceeding the dose of uranium used in nuclear programs poses a danger in water. According to the World Health Organization, this water has three to four times more uranium than the limit of 15 micrograms per litre of water, compared to the government’s limit of 30 micrograms per litre.
The presence of uranium at this level in water can cause cancers, lung diseases, skin and kidney diseases in people. Tests of drinking water samples from Durg, Rajnandgaon, Kanker, Bemetara, Balod and Kawardha areas of Chhattisgarh have found levels of uranium above 100 micrograms per litre.
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Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh and Minister of Defence of Singapore Dr Ng Eng Hen co-chaired the sixth India-Singapore Defence Ministerial Dialogue in New Delhi on October 22, 2024. Both Ministers acknowledged the deep and long-standing bilateral defence relations based on shared outlook on regional peace, stability and security.
This meeting assumes significance in the backdrop of India marking a decade of its Act East policy, in which Singapore has played a key role in promoting economic cooperation & cultural ties, and developing strategic connectivity with countries in the region.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed the issue of early discharge of the remaining Indian nationals in the Russian Army during his bilateral meeting on Tuesday with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan.
Addressing a media briefing, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said the two leaders also shared perspectives on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Prime Minister reiterated that dialogue and diplomacy was the way forward to achieve resolution of the conflict. He briefed President Putin about his engagements with the Ukrainian leadership and noted that India stood ready to contribute in bringing peace to the region.
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