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The Indian Air Force (IAF) is looking to significantly bolster the capabilities of its MiG-29 fighter jets by equipping them with stand-off ground attack weapons. A recent Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Ministry of Defence, on behalf of the IAF, invites industry partners to collaborate on this project, which will be overseen by the IAF’s No.11 Base Repair Depot.
The IAF has identified an urgent need to upgrade 24 MiG-29 aircraft to carry the High Speed Low Drag (HSLD) Mark-II stand-off weapon, capable of striking targets at a distance of over 180 kilometers. This enhancement requires substantial modifications to the aircraft, including the integration of new hardware and software systems.
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VayDyn, a startup incubated at the IISc-supported AI and Robotics Technology Park (ARTPark), has unveiled its groundbreaking Vyom Nano-Drone. This compact marvel of engineering boasts impressive capabilities, making it a versatile tool for a range of applications.
With a focus on smart autonomy, the Vyom Nano-Drone stands out with its fully autonomous flight capabilities. Its pocket-sized design ensures easy portability, allowing users to deploy it effortlessly in various environments. Equipped with low-latency digital FPV video telemetry, operators can enjoy real-time, high-quality video feeds, enhancing situational awareness.
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Tata Advanced Systems, a subsidiary of Tata Sons, is on the cusp of securing a substantial order for over 100 wheeled armored vehicle platforms from the Indian Army. According to industry sources, the Indian Army is poised to issue a Request for Information (RFI) in the near future, marking a significant step towards finalizing the deal.
Developed in collaboration with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the 8×8 wheeled armored platform represents a crucial advancement in India’s indigenous defense capabilities. This joint venture underscores the growing partnership between the private sector and the government in bolstering the nation’s military might.
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In a strategic move to bolster its surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities, Pakistan has reportedly purchased Supercam drones from Russia. The acquisition of these advanced unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) marks a significant enhancement of Pakistan’s aerial monitoring capabilities, enabling a broad range of military and civil applications.
The Supercam S350 is one of Russia’s flagship unmanned aircraft systems, designed for aerial photography, video monitoring, and a host of other critical missions. One of the standout features of the Supercam S350 is its endurance in the air. It can remain airborne for up to 7 hours, making it a formidable tool for extended surveillance operations. Additionally, the drone can transmit information over long distances, ensuring that real-time data reaches command centers without delay.
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A Sukhoi fighter jet experienced a hard landing at Pune Airport on Wednesday, causing significant disruptions to flight schedules. The incident occurred during a routine training exercise when the aircraft abruptly descended from a height of eight to ten feet while attempting to land.
The unexpected impact caused the airport authorities to temporarily close the runway for inspection. As a result, several passenger flights were delayed, and some were diverted to alternative airports. The runway was reopened approximately an hour later after Air Force officials confirmed its safety.
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Indian Naval Ship (INS) Shivalik has successfully completed its participation in the prestigious RIMPAC 2024 exercise and has arrived in Guam, an island territory of the United States, for an operational turnaround. The Eastern Naval Command announced this development in an official release on Thursday.
The deployment of INS Shivalik to the South China Sea and the Pacific Ocean is part of the Indian Navy’s broader strategy to enhance its operational reach and presence in the region. The ship’s participation in RIMPAC, the world’s largest multinational maritime exercise, provided a valuable platform for the Indian Navy to interact with and learn from other leading naval forces.
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In recognition of his extraordinary courage and exceptional flying skills, Wing Commander Vernon Desmond Keane VM has been awarded the prestigious Shaurya Chakra. His heroic actions during a life-threatening situation on 24th July 2023 while piloting a Jaguar fighter aircraft have been hailed as a testament to his dedication, composure, and expertise.
On 24th July 2023, Wing Commander Vernon Desmond Keane, posted to a fighter squadron, was conducting a sortie on a Jaguar fighter aircraft. During the flight, he encountered an unprecedented and critical situation when both the Oil 1 and Oil 2 failure warnings activated simultaneously. This malfunction indicated a severe issue in the oil system, necessitating the immediate shutdown of both engines to prevent their imminent seizure. Such a scenario had never occurred before, and no established procedures existed for dealing with this type of failure.
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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched Earth Observation Satellite-8 (EOS-8) from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh on Friday. In its message on x, ISRO said, “The third developmental flight of SSLV was successful. The SSLV-D3 placed EOS-08 precisely into the orbit. This marks the successful completion of ISRO/DOS’s SSLV Development Project.
With technology transfer, the Indian industry and NSIL India will now produce SSLV for commercial missions.” As per ISRO, the six-and-a-half-hour countdown leading to the launch commenced at 2.47 am. This is the third and final developmental flight of the SSLV-D3/EOS-08 mission. The spacecraft is designed for a mission duration of one year.
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Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman S.Somanath on Friday said the three stages of the rocket for the prestigious Gaganyaan mission has reached the SHAR Range here and the space agency is targetting its first test flight by the end of this year. Talking to reporters after the successful launch of SSLV-D3/EOS08 mission, he said first test flight of the rocket for the first human flight mission Gaganyaan was expected to happen in December.
The three stages of the vehicle has reached SDSC, SHAR and the crew module was being integrated at the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) Thiruvananthapuram. All the systems for the Gaganyaan rocket, which was code named G1, will reach the SHAR Range in November this year and ISRO is targetting the first test flight in December this year.
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ndian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that he received a phone call from the head of Bangladesh’s caretaker government, Muhammad Yunus, assuring New Delhi of the “protection, safety and security” of Hindus in that country.
“Reiterated India’s support for a democratic, stable, peaceful and progressive Bangladesh,” Modi said in a post on X.
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An Egyptian ship, currently anchored at Paradip Port in Odisha, has been ‘arrested’ following an Orissa High Court order, an official said on Friday. The vessel arrived at Paradip Port on August 6 and was facing legal action due to an outstanding debt of ? 3.96 crore to a German company related to the transportation of low-sulfuric marine gasoil, he said.
The German company had filed an appeal before the Orissa High Court, requesting the detention of the ship.
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US Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources, Richard R. Verma arrived in Kathmandu on Friday to advance Washington’s shared priorities in climate action, economic growth, and security to promote regional prosperity.
“Kicking off this trip in Nepal with an amazing glimpse of the majestic Himalayas! Looking forward to engaging with Government of Nepal officials and others to strengthen US-Nepal partnership in support of a more democratic, prosperous, inclusive, and resilient Nepal,” Verma posted on X after landing at the Tribhuvan International Airport.
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In a significant development, the Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) administration on Friday ordered a major reshuffle in the police set up, changing 12 IPS officers of different ranks and others of the JKPS cadre. The major rejig in the police department was done just hours before the Election Commission of India is expected to announce the poll schedule for J&K Legislative Assembly elections later in the day on Friday.
An order issued by the Home Department said that Nitish Kumar IPS (AGMUT: 1999) ADGP CID is posted as head of CID relieving RR Swain IPS (AGMUT: 1991) DGP J&K of additional charge.
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Continuing with its efforts to dismantle terror ecosystem, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Friday attached the property of an overground worker (OGW) of the Kashmir terror outfit, Hizbul Mujahideen (HM), in the case of the targeted killing of the Adoora-Kulgam Sarpanch. Nasir Rashid Bhat’s property a residential house at village Tengpora in Shopian (J & K) – has been attached under section 33 (1) of UA(P) Act, 1947, on orders of the NIA Special Judge, Jammu.
The accused, along with other members of the banned HM terrorist organisation, was involved in the killing of Sarpanch on 11th March 2022 with the aim of spreading terror among the people. Investigations by NIA, which took over the case from Kulgam police, revealed that the targeted killing was part of a larger HM conspiracy to disturb India’s integrity, sovereignty and security through violent attacks and killings.
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On the occasion of the 78th Independence Day, President Draupadi Murmu announced 103 gallantry awards to the personnel of the Armed Forces and Central Armed Forces. It has four Kirti Chakra and 18 Shaurya Chakra awards. Two gallant Air Force soldiers were awarded the Shaurya Chakra and six soldiers were awarded the Vayu Sena Medal.
Awards were announced to 9 people posthumously. However.. One name is shocking in the announcement of the President’s awards. The President has posthumously announced the gallantry award to Jagilam Kent, who was a hero in ‘Operation Sujaligala’ undertaken by the Army against terrorists in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir. Jagilam lost her life in an encounter with terrorists on September 11 last year.
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