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Delhi-based Indian defense firm Bhumi Entech has developed a groundbreaking mobile Anti-ARM (Anti-Radiation Missile) decoy system to safeguard critical radars from enemy attacks. The system has already been successfully inducted into the Indian Air Force (IAF) following rigorous trials, demonstrating its effectiveness in countering threats posed by anti-radiation missiles.
The Mini-Truck based Anti-ARM Decoy system is designed to emit a strong electromagnetic signal that mimics the radar’s signature, thereby deceiving incoming anti-radiation missiles. By attracting the missile away from the actual radar, the decoy system protects the vital asset from destruction.
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EndureAir, an innovative company incubated at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur, has announced the development of its latest technological breakthrough, the E-Vibhram. This advanced electric-powered UAV is an evolution of the Vibhram family, designed to meet a wide range of operational needs with its high-endurance and multi-role capabilities.
E-Vibhram represents a significant leap in UAV technology, offering a fully electric alternative to traditional helicopter designs. This novel electric UAV is engineered to operate effectively in all weather conditions, making it versatile for various applications, including maritime operations from naval warships.
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The Indian Air Force’s Software Development Institute (SDI) is playing a pivotal role in the development of the Tejas Mk2 fighter jet, particularly in the area of weapons integration. Collaborating closely with the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), the SDI is working to integrate advanced weapons and sensors into the Tejas Mk2, enhancing the aircraft’s combat capabilities.
By involving the IAF more directly in the integration process, the SDI aims to streamline timelines and make the IAF more self-reliant. The transfer of technical know-how from the ADA and SDI to the IAF will enable the air force to conduct integration and flight testing independently, reducing its reliance on external support.
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A significant milestone in India’s defense capabilities was achieved on June 25, 2024, when the MBT Arjun Mk 1 Tank at KK Ranges, ACC&S Ahmednagar, successfully fired an indigenously developed laser-guided Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM). The ATGM successfully defeated its target at minimum range, demonstrating its effectiveness and precision.
The tank crew conducted the firing test from the final user configuration of the MBT Arjun Mk 1, which has now been officially equipped with Missile Firing Capability (MFC). This achievement marks the successful completion of all project objectives for the ATGM, paving the way for its fielding for user evaluation.
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The evolution of submarine forces in the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) and the Indian Navy presents a stark contrast, reflecting the divergent approaches taken by China and India since their respective submarine forces’ inception. While both nations embarked on submarine development with Soviet assistance, China’s rapid industrialization and domestic production capabilities have led to a formidable underwater fleet. In contrast, India’s cautious approach and reliance on foreign designs have resulted in a slower pace of submarine force development.
China’s journey into submarine development began during the height of Sino-Soviet cooperation. In 1954, just three years after receiving its first submarine from the USSR, the PLAN commissioned its first domestically produced W-class submarine (Type 6603) in 1957. This marked a significant milestone for China, demonstrating its capability to license-produce submarines domestically. By 1962, China had built a total of 21 Type 6603 submarines, showcasing its rapidly growing industrial capacity.
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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is at the forefront of a groundbreaking initiative to develop nuclear-powered rockets for satellite launches. This ambitious project aims to revolutionize space exploration by providing a more efficient and sustainable propulsion system.
Last year, a significant milestone was achieved when the first stage of an atomic-powered engine, a radioisotope heating unit (RTG), was successfully tested on India’s lunar mission, Chandrayaan-3. The RTG is currently powering the propulsion module, which remains in orbit around the Moon.
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Dhruva Space is thrilled to announce the launch of its third mission in the Launching Expeditions for Aspiring Payloads (LEAP) series. This series of hosted payload missions is built on Dhruva Space’s proven P-30 Satellite Bus, which was successfully space-qualified earlier this year during the LEAP-TD mission.
The LEAP initiative offers a shared platform for multiple payloads, making it an ideal solution for organizations, from startups to research institutions, seeking to achieve their mission objectives quickly and cost-effectively.
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The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), under the chairmanship of Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh on September 03, 2024, accorded Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for 10 capital acquisition proposals amounting to Rs 1,44,716 crore. Of the total cost of AoNs, 99% is from indigenous sources under Buy (Indian) and Buy (lndian-Indigenously Designed Developed and Manufactured) categories.
For modernisation of the tank fleet of the Indian Army, the proposal for procurement of Future Ready Combat Vehicles (FRCVs) has been cleared. The FRCV will be a futuristic Main Battle Tank with superior mobility, all terrain ability, multilayered protections, precision & lethal fires over and real-time situational awareness.
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Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has handed over the production document of 30mm High Explosive Preformed Fragmentation (HEPF) shell to Director General of Naval Armament Inspection (DGNAI) at a ceremony organised at Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), Pashan in Pune.
This 30mm HEPF shell, developed by ARDE, will further enhance the combat capability of the Indian Navy against drones, an official statement said on Tuesday. The features of HEPF shell are similar to the in-service ammunition (HE/I Shell) so that it can be fired from existing AK-630 Naval gun.
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Three crew members went missing after a helicopter of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) crashed into the Arabian Sea off Porbandar coast in Gujarat during a rescue operation, officials said on Tuesday.The incident occurred on Monday night, the ICG said in a statement. While one of the four crew members on board the ICG’s advanced light helicopter (ALH) was rescued, a search operation is on for three others, it said.
“On 02 Sep 2024, India Coast Guard ALH helicopter was launched at 2300 hrs to evacuate an injured crew member from the Motor Tanker Hari Leela off Porbandar, Gujarat. The helicopter had to make an emergency hard landing and ditched into the sea.
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The Royal Australian Air Force has made its first deployment of combat aircraft in India for participation in exercise ‘Tarang Shakti’, Australia’s Defence department said in a statement.
The second leg of India’s largest multilateral air exercise, ‘Exercise Tarang Shakti 24’ is being held at Air Force Station Jodhpur from 30 August to 13 September. Australia, Greece, Sri Lanka, UAE, Japan, Singapore and the United States are participating in it.
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Since the partition of the Indian subcontinent in 1947, Pakistan has deliberately fostered an anti-India narrative that permeates all facets of its society. While the historical context of partition and the ongoing Kashmir conflict provide the geopolitical backdrop, the institutionalisation of animosity towards India took root in earnest during General Zia-ul-Haq’s rule.
Over time, this strategy has adapted to shifting political realities, media environments, and educational frameworks.
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Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s arrival on an official visit to Singapore, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Tuesday said the time is ripe for the two countries to take their bilateral relationship to the next level.
“Given the transformation underway in India and the changes in the world, they need to become more contemporary. In many ways, that is why Prime Minister Narendra Modi has chosen to visit Singapore so early in his third term,” The Straits Times quoted Mr Jaishankar as saying in an interview.
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Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Tuesday condemned the drone bomb attacks on civilians as acts of terrorism and vowed a firm response.
Taking to X, Mr Singh expressed his outrage, stating, “Dropping bombs on civilian populations and security forces using drones is an act of terrorism, and I condemn such cowardly acts in the strongest terms.” Singh’s comments followed two separate drone bomb attacks in Koutruk and Senjam Chirang in Imphal West district, which resulted in the deaths of two persons, including a woman, and injuries to 12 others.
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Nine Maoists were killed in an encounter with security personnel in Bastar region of Chhattisgarh on Tuesday, a senior police official said.
The gunfight broke out around 10.30 am in the forest along the border of Dantewada and Bijapur districts when a joint team of security forces was out on an anti-Maoist operation, Inspector General of Police, Bastar Range Sundarraj P told PTI.
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