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William Blair, Vice President and Chief Executive for Southeast Asia and India at Lockheed Martin has articulated the company’s strategic vision for addressing India’s complex air and missile defence needs. In a recent statement, Blair emphasized Lockheed Martin’s commitment to providing a comprehensive defence solution that integrates advanced systems like the PAC-3 MSE and THAAD to enhance India’s defence capabilities.
Blair underscored Lockheed Martin’s approach to air and missile defence as a “stratified defence solution,” particularly in the context of land-based implementations. The company envisions a layered defence strategy where the PAC-3 MSE (Patriot Advanced Capability-3 Missile Segment Enhancement) system would operate as a lower layer beneath the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system. This integration aims to provide a robust defence against a range of aerial threats, from short-range to high-altitude ballistic missiles.
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The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is set to commence developmental trials of the ship-launched anti-ship sub-sonic cruise missile version of Nirbhay within the next 12-18 months. The research and development for this missile have been completed, and the fabrication process is currently underway.
The ship-based sub-sonic cruise missile will be available in two variants: Land Attack Cruise Missile (LACM) and Anti-Ship Cruise Missile (ASCM). DRDO has already developed a Universal Vertical Launch Module (UVLM) that can accommodate both ship-based sub-sonic and supersonic cruise missiles like BrahMos.
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Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a premier Indian defence electronics company, has announced in its annual report that it is developing the Long Range Radar (LRR) known as “SASTRA.” The radar, originally developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), is designed for extended-range search and track capabilities, with a range exceeding 2000 kilometres.
SASTRA is also capable of detecting low Radar Cross Section (RCS) aircraft and platforms, making it a critical asset for India’s defence infrastructure.
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Dr. Samir V. Kamat, Secretary of the Department of Defence Research and Development (DDR&D) and Chairman of the DRDO, has announced that the Zorawar Light Tank is on track for Army user trials by the end of the year. The tank, which has successfully completed internal trials, is now poised to undergo rigorous testing in the challenging high-altitude conditions near the Line of Actual Control (LAC) during the upcoming winter months.
The Zorawar Light Tank is a crucial component of India’s efforts to enhance its military capabilities in high-altitude regions. Designed specifically to operate in such demanding environments, the tank is expected to significantly bolster the Indian Army’s operational effectiveness.
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The Ordinance Development Cell-Ordinance Factory Medak (ODC-OFMK) is at the forefront of developing Futuristic Infantry Combat Vehicles (FICVs) with significantly enhanced mine blast resistance. In collaboration with the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research-Advanced Materials Research Institute (CSIR-AMPRI), ODC-OFMK has incorporated innovative materials to bolster the vehicles’ survivability.
CSIR-AMPRI has developed an aluminum hybrid closed-cell foam reinforced with nanomaterials like CNT/Graphene. This advanced material exhibits superior strength (-15-25 MPa) and energy absorption (8-15Mj/m³). Based on extensive testing, it was hypothesized that these foams, when used in sandwich panel configurations, could effectively absorb substantial impact energy, making them ideal for blast mitigation applications.
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In a significant development for India’s military aviation, the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) newly inducted C-295 transport aircraft was recently spotted alongside the veteran An-32 aircraft, capturing the attention of defense enthusiasts across the country. This rare visual of the two transport aircraft side by side highlights the evolution of the IAF’s airlift capabilities and marks a new chapter in its modernization efforts.
The C-295, developed by Airbus Defence and Space, has been procured by the IAF to replace the aging fleet of AVRO transport aircraft. With its state-of-the-art design and advanced avionics, the C-295 is expected to serve as a versatile and reliable platform for various transport missions, including tactical airlift, medical evacuation, and disaster relief operations. The aircraft’s short takeoff and landing (STOL) capabilities make it ideal for operations in remote and austere airfields, enhancing the IAF’s operational flexibility.
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India has unveiled a bold and ambitious 25-year vision plan for its space sector, aiming to elevate the country’s global standing in space exploration. The plan outlines several ambitious goals, including a significant expansion of the space economy, the establishment of a human space station, and a manned mission to the Moon.
S Somanath, the chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has expressed confidence in India’s ability to achieve these ambitious targets. He envisions the size of India’s space economy soaring from the current $9 billion to a remarkable $45 billion within the next decade. The private sector is expected to play a pivotal role in driving this growth, contributing significantly to the development of innovative space technologies and services.
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Indian Air Force has ordered an inquiry into the Barmer MiG-29 Fighter Jet Crashes. The Air Force has said that during a late night training mission in the Barmer sector of Rajasthan, a technical fault occurred in the MiG-29 of the Indian Air Force, due to which the pilot had to eject from the aircraft. The pilot is safe and there is no report of any loss of life or property. Orders for a Court of Inquiry have been given.
The pilot of the MiG was found fallen about 10 km away from the incident spot. The pilot was taken to the hospital. After that the officers took him to the airport station. An eyewitness of this incident has told that the MiG-29 Fighter Jet was coming towards the ground very fast. It was on fire. It seemed that it was going to fall on the village but the pilot of the MiG-29 Fighter Jet took it away from this village with a population of 15 hundred.
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In a significant milestone to develop bilateral naval cooperation, the Indian Navy and the South African Navy have signed an Implementing Agreement (IA) that ensures the safety of the South African Navy’s submarine crew in times of distress or accident. This agreement was signed by Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff of the Indian Navy and Vice Admiral Monde Lobese, Chief of the South African Navy.
The Implementing Agreement underscores a shared commitment to maritime safety and mutual support. Under this agreement, the Indian Navy will provide assistance by deploying its Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle (DSRV) when required, further strengthening the collaborative ties between the two navies. This partnership reinforces the longstanding maritime relationship between India and South Africa.
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The Software Development Institute of Indian Air Force in Bengaluru has designed, developed and deployed a super dimona aircraft simulator for the National Defence Academy. The Air Force Training Team at NDA will use it to familiarise the cadets with basic flying aspects along with necessary knowledge of the flying environment.
The simulator has state of the art 135 degree Field of View(FoV) immersive display to enhance the visual experience of the trainee cadets. The local private industries were involved in mechanical modification, fabrication of the flight controls, display screens and other panels as available in the actual aircraft.
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India’s top military commanders on Wednesday held extensive deliberations in Lucknow on the government’s ambitious plans to create ‘Integrated Theatre Commands’ and reviewed overall national security challenges including along the frontiers with China and Pakistan.
Chaired by Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan, chiefs of the Army, Navy and the Air Force, and other top military officials primarily focused on setting up of joint command and control centres and logistics nodes, on the inaugural day of the two-day maiden joint commanders conference, being held in Lucknow, officials said.
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A Memorandum of Settlement was signed, in the presence of Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, between Government of India, Government of Tripura and National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), in New Delhi, today. The Agreement is a significant milestone to fulfil Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of a peaceful, prosperous and insurgency-free Northeast. Chief Minister of Tripura, Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha and senior officials of the Ministry of Home Affairs and Government of Tripura were also present during the signing of the Memorandum of Settlement.
On this occasion, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah said that today is a very important day for the entire country and Tripura. Exuding confidence in the Modi government, NLFT and ATTF reaffirmed their commitment towards the development of Tripura by ending 35-year-long conflict in the state.
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Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Offshore Patrol Vessel Sujay, with an integral helicopter, made a port call at Incheon, South Korea on September 04, 2024, as part of its ongoing overseas deployment to East Asia. During the four-day visit, the ICG crew will engage in professional interactions with the Korea Coast Guard (KCG), focusing on Marine Pollution Response, Maritime Search and Rescue and Maritime Law Enforcement. The activities also include cross-deck training, joint yoga sessions, friendly sports events and Passage Exercises with the KCG.
A total of 10 cadets from NCC aboard the ICG Ship will participate in an Environment Protection Walkathon towards sensitising the community on the ill effects of marine plastic pollution with local youth organisations, in line with the Government’s initiative ‘Puneet Sagar Abhiyan’ and enhancing international outreach.
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A section of villagers of Senjam Chirang in Manipur have been forced to abandon their homes and seek refuge in a nearby community hall after bombs dropped from a drone injured three members of a local resident’s family two days ago.
The first bomb smashed through the roof of a 65-year-old farmer’s house, injuring his daughter. Minutes later, another bomb fell from the sky and injured him and his son. Watham Gambhir said the explosive that broke the roof of his house was the second of the three bombs that were dropped from a drone on Monday evening in his house. The first one damaged his cowshed, which was empty, and the third explosive injured him and his son who took shelter under a tree after fleeing home in Imphal West district.
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The nine Maoists killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Dantewada district on Tuesday were high-value cadres carrying a cumulative bounty of ? 59 lakh, a senior police official said on Wednesday.
Of them, Randhir from the Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee, the strongest Maoist formation, carried a reward of ? 25 lakh. He is the second DKSZC member killed in an encounter with security personnel this year, the official said.
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