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Flight Lieutenant Kambampati Nachiketa, Squadron Leader Ajay Ahuja, and Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman—these names evoke stories of bravery and resilience. They also share a common thread: each had to eject from their fighter jets and landed in Pakistani-Occupied Kashmir (POK) during critical missions, whether in the Kargil War or the 2019 air skirmish.
These incidents underscore a crucial issue in modern aerial warfare: the need for advanced systems to prevent Indian fighter jets from straying into enemy airspace. In response, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is implementing several technological advancements to tackle this problem effectively.
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) has taken delivery of the third of 56 Airbus C295 aircraft, marking a significant step forward in its program to modernize its transport fleet. This aircraft, delivered on May 28th, joins the two previously received C295s and paves the way for the complete replacement of the aging Avro-748 fleet.
The C295 acquisition signifies a powerful example of cross-cultural collaboration. Airbus Defence and Space, the manufacturer of the C295, and Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) have joined forces to establish a pioneering “Make in India” aerospace partnership. This program ensures not only the delivery of these vital transport aircraft but also fosters domestic production capabilities.
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The air war over Ukraine has showcased the formidable capabilities of the Russian air force’s Mikoyan MiG-31BM interceptor, particularly when paired with its very-long-range R-37M missile. This combination has given Russia a significant aerial advantage, even as the wider conflict continues to unfold. However, this prompts an interesting comparison with the Indian Air Force’s historical use of the MiG-25 and its subsequent decision regarding the MiG-31.
The Indian Air Force (IAF) utilized the MiG-25 long-range interceptor/reconnaissance aircraft with great effectiveness. The MiG-25, known for its exceptional speed and high-altitude capabilities, was unrivaled in South Asia. During the Kargil War, the MiG-25 played a crucial role in gathering intelligence over Pakistani soil, taking detailed photographs of strategic locations without any competitor in the region able to match its performance.
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Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE), a leading Indian shipbuilding company, has announced significant advancements in the development of autonomous platforms across all three domains of operation: surface, subsurface, and aerial. With successful prototype tests already completed for surface and subsurface platforms, and aerial platforms designed for maritime operations expected to launch by the end of the year, GRSE is positioning itself at the forefront of autonomous defense technology.
GRSE’s foray into autonomous technology has already yielded promising results in the surface and subsurface domains. The company has developed prototypes that have undergone rigorous testing, demonstrating their operational viability and effectiveness. These platforms are designed to enhance the capabilities of the Indian Armed Forces, providing advanced surveillance, reconnaissance, and operational support.
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A loud, unexplained sound caused panic among residents of Balasore and Bhadrak districts in Odisha on Friday afternoon, according to reliable reports. People in areas like Basudevpur (Bhadrak) and Nilagiri (Balasore) reported the sound being strong enough to shake doors and windows.
The origin of the sound remains a mystery, with authorities currently investigating the cause. This incident follows a similar occurrence yesterday that triggered widespread panic in Balasore.
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IAF chief Air Chief Marshal V R Chaudhari flew a sortie in a Eurofighter aircraft at a German airbase on Friday, officials said.
Air Chief Marshal Chaudhari is currently on a visit to Germany. The IAF later also posted some pictures from his official visit. “CAS Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari is on an official visit to Germany on invitation by his German counterpart Lt Gen Ingo Gerhartz, Commander of the German Air Force. During the tour, the CAS also visited the ILA 2024 and took to the German skies in a Eurofighter Typhoon fighter aircraft.
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Pakistan on Friday said it desired “cooperative ties” with all neighbours, including India, and resolution of disputes through talks, a day ahead of Narendra Modi assuming prime ministership for a record third time.
Addressing her weekly press briefing, Foreign Office spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch said Pakistan has been acting in a “responsible manner, notwithstanding the difficulties and rhetoric coming from India”.
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Nepal has extradited to India a Bangladeshi citizen, one of the main accused in the brutal murder of Bangladeshi MP Anwarul Azim Anar in Kolkata last month, a media report said here on Friday.
“Mohammad Siyam Hussain was handed over to Indian authorities by Nepal’s Interpol branch on Monday morning after Nepal Police contacted him,” MyRepublica.com news portal reported, quoting police sources.
Hussain, who fled to Nepal after the murder, was arrested from the border area of Nepal last Thursday, the report said. The 56-year-old Awami League MP Anar, who was in Kolkata for medical treatment on May 12, went incommunicado on May 17, according to a complaint filed by his acquaintance on May 18.
Anar was allegedly murdered in a posh flat in the New Town area near Kolkata. Police in West Bengal have arrested a butcher, who allegedly chopped the body of the Bangladeshi lawmaker into 80 pieces and mixed them with turmeric before disposing of them at different locations including a canal around New Town.
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Senior separatist leader and Chief cleric, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq was placed under house arrest on Friday, Anjuman-e-Auqaf Jamia Masjid Srinagar said in a statement.
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq traditionally offers Friday prayers at the Jamia Masjid in the old city Nowhatta area of Srinagar where he also delivers the Friday sermon. Anjuman-e-Auqaf Jamia Masjid which manages the affairs of the grand mosque said that authorities placed Mirwaiz Umar under house arrest at his city outskirts Nigeen residence.
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Seven Maoists were killed and three jawans from the Indo-Tibetan Border Police were injured in an encounter in Chhattisgarh’s Narayanpur district on Friday, police said. The gunfight took place at around 3 pm in a forest near Gobel and Thulthuli villages in Orchha area, where a joint team of security personnel was out on an anti-Maoist operation, a senior police official said.
Personnel belonging to the police’s District Reserve Guard from Narayanpur, Kondagaon, Dantewada and Bastar districts and the 45th battalion of Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) were involved in the operation, he said.
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Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Cabinet’s swearing-in on Sunday, Delhi Police Commissioner Sanjay Arora has banned the use of sub-conventional aerial platforms like para-gliders, para-motors, hang-gliders, UAVs, microlight aircraft, remotely piloted aircraft, hot air balloons, small sized powered aircraft, quadcopters and even by para-jumping from aircraft on June 9 and June 10.
“It has been reported that certain criminal, anti-social elements or terrorists inimical to India may pose a threat to the safety of the public, dignitaries and vital installations by the use of sub-conventional aerial platforms like para-gliders, para-motors, hang gliders, UAVs, microlight aircraft, remotely piloted aircraft, hot air balloons, small size powered aircraft, quadcopters or even by para-jumping from aircraft etc.,” the order by Commissioner of Police read.
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The Manipur government has imposed curfew in Jiribam district for an indefinite period after people staged protests over the killing of a 59-year-old man by suspected militants, an official said on Friday. The prohibitory orders were clamped on Thursday night after locals set a few abandoned structures on fire following the recovery of the body of Soibam Saratkumar Singh. The situation remained tense but calm on Friday morning after locals demonstrated over the killing of the man.
“There is the likelihood of widespread disturbance to peace and public tranquillity or riot or an affray..because of unlawful activities of anti-social elements,” the official said, citing the orders issued by the Office of District Magistrate Jiribam. The local administration also prohibited “assembly of five persons or more, which is likely to turn unlawful, carrying of firearms, sticks… and movement of any person outside their respective residences within the revenue jurisdiction of the district”.
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Police have arrested a Chinese national for entering the India-China border area in Himachal Pradesh’s Kinnaur district without an inner-line permit, police said on Friday. Yudong Go was arrested on Thursday and produced in the court of the Chief Judicial Magistrate at Reckong Peo in Kinnaur. He was remanded to police custody till June 10, police said.
Yudong possessed marriage documents showing that he was married to an Indian woman, Bharatkar. He reached Sumdo via Dubling and was arrested because he did not have an inner-line permit.
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A video currently going viral on social media platform X has sparked a flurry of speculation and concern. The footage shows the remains of a missile, reportedly fired by Israeli aircraft at a United Nations shelter in Gaza, bearing the label “Made in India.” This has led to widespread debate and controversy regarding India’s involvement in the manufacturing and supply of weapons used in the ongoing conflict.
As the video gained traction online, many were quick to jump to conclusions about India’s role in supplying arms to Israel. The “Made in India” label visible on the missile remnants suggested to some viewers that India might be directly involved in providing weaponry used in the attack on the UN shelter. The video rapidly went viral, prompting intense scrutiny and calls for clarity from various quarters, including international observers and political analysts.
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The Indian Army has taken a significant step towards self-reliance in defense technology by awarding a contract to Johnnette Technologies Private Limited. This strategic deal involves the procurement of 150 state-of-the-art loitering munitions, known as the JM-1, marking a major milestone under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
Johnnette Technologies, a leader in indigenous defense solutions, developed the JM-1 specifically for tactical operations. This precision-guided loitering munition leverages advanced technology to enhance the Indian Army’s tactical edge. The JM-1’s unique AI-powered algorithm enables it to precisely strike targets even at high altitudes exceeding 18,000 feet.
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