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In a recent interview with Bharat Shakti Editor-in-Chief Nitin A. Gokhale, Commodore A. Madhavarao (Retd.), Chairman and Managing Director of Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL), offered exciting insights into the company’s future endeavours. A key area of focus is the development of the next-generation Electrical Heavy Weight Torpedo initially called Takshak, a significant leap forward from the current Varunastra HWT (Heavy Weight Torpedo).
The Takshak torpedo represents a significant leap forward from the existing Varunastra HWT (Heavy Weight Torpedo). The Varunastra, a testament to India’s indigenous defence capabilities, has served as the mainstay of India’s anti-submarine warfare (ASW) efforts. The Takshak builds upon this success, offering enhanced features and capabilities.
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Indonesia is evaluating a proposal from India for a new artillery system, according to a recent meeting between the two countries’ defense ministries. A delegation from the Indonesian Ministry of Defense, led by Secretary General Marsdya TNI Purn Donny Ermawan Taufanto M.D.S., M.S.P, received a presentation about the MGS 155mm 8×8 truck-mounted artillery gun system. This presentation took place during a series of meetings forming the 7th Joint Defense Cooperation Committee (JDCC) between Indonesia and India.
The MGS system offered to Indonesia is manufactured by Kalyani Strategic Systems Ltd. (KSSL), an Indian private sector company affiliated with Bharat Forge Limited. Notably, the MGS is based on the Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS) developed by India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) is navigating the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) in combat aviation. While the US has made significant strides with its AI-controlled F-16 “Vista,” India’s approach appears more measured, favouring a collaborative model for the time being.
The success of the Vista program in the US, where AI has reportedly surpassed human pilots in simulated dogfights, has undoubtedly captured the IAF’s attention. However, concerns regarding the technology’s current limitations remain. The IAF leadership views fully AI-controlled fighter jets as unpredictable, highlighting the need for further development and refinement.
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On May 13th, 2024, Heavy Vehicles Factory (HVF) Avadi celebrated a significant milestone with the rolling out ceremony of a new batch of T-90 Mark III tanks. The ceremony was held virtually and inaugurated by two distinguished guests: Lt. Gen. Vivek Kashyap (Director General of Armoured Corps) and Shri Sanjay Dwivedi (CMD AVNL).
This event marks a crucial step in India’s ongoing efforts to modernize its armored vehicle fleet. The T-90 Mark III is an upgraded variant of the T-90 main battle tank, likely incorporating advancements in firepower, protection, and operational capabilities. While details about the specific upgrades on the Mark III variant haven’t been publicly disclosed, the rollout signifies India’s commitment to maintaining a strong armored fighting force.
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In a significant stride towards bolstering India’s defense capabilities and achieving self-reliance in defense manufacturing, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh recently announced the commencement of BrahMos missile production in Lucknow from 2026.
The BrahMos missile, known for its precision strike capabilities and supersonic speed, is a joint venture between India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Russia’s NPO Mashinostroyeniya. With the upcoming establishment of a BrahMos missile production plant in Lucknow, India aims to ramp up its production capacity significantly, thereby reducing its dependency on imports and bolstering its strategic defense capabilities.
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Since 2022, the Indian Army has been steadily inducting the indigenously-developed Kalyani M4 into its fleet. This Quick Reaction Fighting Vehicle (Heavy), produced by Bharat Forge, is rapidly enhancing the Army’s combat capabilities.
Bharat Forge delivered nearly 126 M4 units within a remarkable timeframe – less than two years. This swiftness highlights India’s growing self-reliance in defense manufacturing. The Kalyani M4 boasts an ergonomic and aesthetically-pleasing design, prioritizing crew comfort and efficiency during operations. This ensures optimal performance even in demanding situations.
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The Indian Navy’s much-anticipated sixth and final Kalvari class submarine, INS Vagsheer, is set for a slightly delayed delivery. According to information received by idrw.org, the submarine’s arrival is now expected by late June 2024, instead of the earlier projected timeframe of early 2024.
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Reminding “non-response” to the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that India gave a ‘clear message’ against terrorism with the surgical strike and airstrikes after the terror attacks in Uri and Pulwama.
He said that the world was sympathetic with India after 26/11 but also wanted New Delhi not to create any ‘tensions’ with Islamabad. The EAM added that it was because India had not worked to “delegitimize terrorism” and convince the world that it is a danger for everyone globally.
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Hours after India signed an agreement to operate the Chabahar Port in Iran for 10 years, the United States has warned that “anyone” considering business deals with Tehran needs to be aware of the “potential risk of sanctions.” The US State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson, Vedant Patel, however, also said that it will let the Indian government speak on its foreign policy goals.
“We are aware of these reports that Iran and India have signed a deal concerning the Chabahar Port, I would let the government of India speak to its own foreign policy goals, vis-a-vis the Chabahar Port as well as its own bilateral relationship with Iran,” Vedant Patel said in the press briefing on Monday (local time).
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An Indian personnel working with the United Nations was killed in Gaza when the vehicle he was travelling in came under attack in Rafah, making it the first international casualty for the organisation since the start of the Israel-Hamas conflict.
The individual was a staff member of the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (DSS). While the identity of the victim has not yet been revealed, sources confirmed to PTI he was from India and a former Indian Army personnel.
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Amid the intensified protest against the Pakistan government in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday reiterated India’s stand on merging the illegally occupied region and said that “one day we will end the illegal occupation of the POK and the POK will join with India.”
“These days, a lot of things are going on at the POK. You must have seen some incidents happening there. Now we (the Modi government) are very clear on this…POK is a part of India…it was always part of India, it will be part of India,” EAM said during a media interaction at a seminar on Indian Capital Markets ‘Roadmap for Viksit Bharat’ at the National Stock Exchange (NSE) in Mumbai.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi applauded the people of the Srinagar parliamentary constituency for the “encouraging turnout” of 38 per cent, which is more than double the 14.43 pc polling in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.
In the first general election in the valley after the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019, polling took place in 2,135 polling stations on Monday across the Srinagar Lok Sabha constituency containing assembly segments of Srinagar, Ganderbal, Pulwama, Budgam and Shopian districts.
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Bangladesh’s development is not possible without good relations with India as both countries share a common border of several thousand kilometers, Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud said on Monday.
Hasan, who is also the joint general secretary of the ruling Awami League party led by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, made the remarks while responding to a question regarding a failed campaign by some groups on social media asking people to boycott Indian products.
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The FBI has seized the cellphones of the mostly Indian crew on board a crippled cargo ship in Baltimore as part of the investigation into the deadly bridge accident in the US city, a non-profit organisation in touch with the personnel said.
The 2.6-km-long, four-lane Francis Scott Key Bridge over the Patapsco River came crashing down on March 26 after the 984-foot ship ‘Dali’ collided against it. The crew on board Dali included 20 Indians and one Sri Lankan. The crew has been on the ship since the accident and has been cooperating with the investigation.
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Three Maoists, including two females, were killed in an encounter with security forces in Maharashtra’s Gadchiroli district on Monday, police said.
An intelligence input was received that some members of the Perimili Dalam of Maoists were camping in a forest near Katrangatta village in Bhamragad taluka with an aim to carry out subversive activities during their ongoing Tactical Counter Offensive Campaign (TCOC) period, Superintendent of Police Neelotpal said.
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