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The Combat Vehicle Research and Development Establishment (CVRDE) released an Expression of Interest (EoI) calling for technology assistance to develop, demonstrate, and supply the Light Munition (LM) capability of housing and launching from a Canister-based Light Tank.
The EoI issued by CVRDE specifically targets Indian private-sector companies with expertise in Canister-based Light Munition systems. The solicitation aims to harness the innovative potential of domestic industries to advance the development of a Light Tank equipped with cutting-edge technology.
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The competition for the Indian Navy’s P-75I conventional submarine acquisition program intensifies as ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) consortium confirm indigenous content (IC) of 60% from the very first submarine offered. This move follows a similar commitment from Larsen & Toubro (L&T) partnered with Navantia, who also declared a 60% IC for their S-80 Plus submarine proposal.
The Indian Navy’s initial requirement stipulated a minimum IC of 45% for the first submarine, progressively increasing to 60% for the last of the six submarines planned under the project.
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Kerala State Electronics Development Corporation Limited (KELTRON) has successfully delivered “Maareech,” an advanced torpedo decoy system (ATDS), to the Indian Navy. This indigenously developed system bolsters the Navy’s underwater defence capabilities.
Maareech is a testament to collaborative innovation in India’s defence sector. The underwater arrays for the system were designed by the Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory (NPOL) in Kochi. Keltron Controls, located in Aroor, undertook the manufacturing of the system. Finally, Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) in Bangalore integrated the ATDS before its deployment by the Indian Navy.
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The Indian Army has significantly bolstered its surveillance and security capabilities with the procurement of 1080 SWITCH UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) from ideaForge, a leading Indian drone manufacturer.
The SWITCH UAV stands out for its extended flight time, improved safety features, and user-friendly operation. The incorporation of fail-safe redundancies ensures reliable performance even in challenging situations. These attributes make the SWITCH UAV ideal for long-range, high-endurance, and high-altitude missions, particularly those requiring last-mile surveillance and security operations.
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ISRO Chairman S. Somanath has unveiled plans for India’s first space station, the BAS, to demonstrate extended human spaceflight capabilities. Astronauts are expected to reside on the station for periods ranging from three to six months, with resupply missions planned quarterly.
The BAS will be constructed in low Earth orbit by meticulously docking pre-fabricated modules. This piece-by-piece approach allows for a gradual build-up, with the first module launching as early as 2028. Notably, the station will boast docking ports adhering to international standards, paving the way for potential collaboration with space agencies from other countries.
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In a significant stride towards bolstering India’s maritime defense capabilities, Defense Secretary Giridhar Aramane unveiled the highly anticipated ‘Arowana’ midget submarine today. Developed by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), this cutting-edge submarine, internally designated as Y-51008 or MDL MSX02A, marks a pivotal moment in India’s naval engineering prowess. ‘Arowana’ is not just a submarine; it represents a leap forward in underwater warfare technology, designed to execute covert military operations with unparalleled precision and efficiency.
The ‘Arowana’ midget submarine is more than just a proof of concept; it embodies the culmination of years of research, innovation, and engineering excellence. Designed to seamlessly navigate both shallow and deep waters, ‘Arowana’ is poised to revolutionize maritime missions with its versatility and advanced capabilities. Equipped to support both ship-launched and independent operations, this submarine stands ready to undertake a diverse range of missions, from reconnaissance to sabotage, with utmost stealth and effectiveness.
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Horrifying CCTV footage emerged on May 9, 2024, depicting a Bangladeshi Air Force Yak-130 trainer jet crashing dramatically into the Karnaphuli River. The incident, attributed to a botched low-level maneuver, serves as a stark reminder of the inherent risks associated with aerial acrobatics.
The video showcases the Yak-130 attempting a low-level roll over the runway. However, the maneuver goes disastrously wrong. The aircraft makes contact with the runway surface, sending sparks flying as it scrapes along the ground. Miraculously, the jet becomes airborne again momentarily, but with its tail section engulfed in flames.
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India on Tuesday dismissed the claim made by Maldivian Defence Minister Ghassan Maumoon, alleging that Indian military helicopter pilots stationed in the Maldives carried out an unauthorised operation in 2019.
In a statement, the High Commission of India in the Maldives asserted that Indian aviation platforms in the Maldives have always operated according to the “agreed procedures and with due authorisation.” The clarification came days after India completed the withdrawal of 76 military personnel from the Maldives following a demand by President Mohamed Muizzu. Relations between India and Maldives deteriorated since Muizzu, a pro-China leader, came to power in November last year.
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A day after the US warned of “potential risk of sanctions” after India inked a 10-year agreement for running the Chabahar Port in Iran, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasised that the project will benefit the entire region and people should not take a “narrow view” of it.
He also pointed out that the US itself had appreciated the larger relevance of Chabahar in the past. The EAM was speaking at an interaction after the launch of the Bangla edition of his book ‘Why Bharat Matters’ in Kolkata on Wednesday.
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A powerful solar storm impacted Earth in early May 2024, triggered by the highly active region AR13664 in the Sun, ISRO said on Tuesday. This region unleashed a series of X-class flares and Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs) directed at Earth. According to ISRO, the resulting geomagnetic storm was the most intense since 2003, causing disruptions to communication and GPS systems.
“This is the biggest geomagnetic storm since 2003 in terms of its strength, as the flaring region on the Sun was as big as the historically important Carrington event that took place in 1859,” ISRO said in a statement.
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday said that the deployment of forces at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China is “abnormal” and the security of the country should not be disregarded.
At an event organised by the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) here, Mr Jaishankar said India responded to the Galwan clash by counter-deployment of forces there. “After 1962, Rajiv Gandhi went to China in 1988 in many ways that were the key step towards normalising the ties (with China)… there was a clear understanding that we will discuss our boundary differences but we will maintain peace and tranquillity on the border. And the rest of the relationship will carry on,” he said.
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This is the first time the Indian Air Force tested this portable hospital. This test was performed so that the portable hospital can be deployed to cater to emergencies anywhere.As per the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, BHISHM portable cubes are a part of the broader initiative named “Project BHISHM” – Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog, Hita and Maitri, which is tailored to treat up to 200 casualties, emphasising rapid response and comprehensive care.
Notably, the Aid Cube is equipped with several innovative tools designed to enhance disaster response and medical support during emergencies. It also integrates Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data analytics to facilitate effective coordination, real-time monitoring, and efficient management of medical services in the field.
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The Centre has extended the ban on Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) for further five years. The Ministry of Home Affairs in its notification said, the central government has taken the decision in view of the activities of the LTTE that continues to pose a threat to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of India.
The Ministry cited the disruptive, separatist and secessionist activities of LTTE that are a grave threat to the security of Indian nationals as the reason for the ban. The government had declared the LTTE as an unlawful association in May 2019 and banned it for five year.
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As many as 30 Naxalites, nine of them carrying a cumulative bounty of Rs 39 lakh on their heads, surrendered before security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur district on Tuesday, police said. The Naxalites, among them six women, turned themselves in before senior officials of the police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), citing that they were disappointed with atrocities committed by Maoists on tribals and “hollow” Maoist ideology, the police stated in a release.
The surrendered Naxalites were also impressed by the police’s rehabilitation policy, it stated.
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Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said Tuesday a terror module operating in the state has been busted with the arrest of four of its members, including a key operative. The module was being operated by mastermind Iqbalpreet Singh alias Buchi, who lives abroad, Gaurav Yadav said, identifying the key operative as Gurwinder Singh alias Shera.
In a statement, the DGP said that the Punjab Police’s Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) arrested all four at Liberty Chowk in Rajpura.
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