The Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) has approached the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) for approval of the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) to be developed for the Indian Air Force (IAF). As of now, the design of the stealth fifth-generation stealth, multirole combat fighter has been has finished by the Aeronautical Development Agency…
The Indian Space & Research Organization (ISRO) has successfully accomplished the final long duration hot test of human rated L110-G Vikas Engine for the L110 stage of Gaganyaan programme at ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC), Mahendragiri. The successful completion of this test marks a major milestone in the human space flight programme, Gaganyaan, of ISRO. The…
Andaman and Nicobar Command (ANC) conducted a large-scale Joint Military Exercise ‘Ex KAVACH’ involving the assets of the Army, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard. The exercise, which began on February 23, 2023, concluded on April 07, 2023. The exercise was aimed at fine-tuning joint warfare capabilities & Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and enhancing interoperability…
It has been reported that Germany is expected to soon present a proposal to India for the sale of six new generation advanced conventional submarines through the government-to-government (G2G) route under Project-75 (India) / P-75(I). However, as of now there is no official confirmation for the same. Notable, Germany operates HDW Class Dolphin submarines which…
Issue Date: 05-Apr-2023 | Response Date: 20-Apr-2023 The Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE) Pune, under DRDO has invited Expression of Interest (EoI) for development-cum-Production Partner (DcPP) for Shot 105mm FSAPDS (Fin stabilized Armour Piercing Discarding Sabot) projectile assembly. The DcPP selected will be associated at all stages of development and prototype manufacturing till the…
BY RITIKA BEHAL The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war as well as the earlier Azerbaijan-Armenia war have highlighted one important aspect – the pivotal role played by Drones or Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) for both attack and reconnaissance purposes. Undeniably, these have the capability to change the dimensions of conflicts once dominated by ground battles and traditional…
According to the March 2023 report by Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), India still is the world’s largest arms importer of military equipment in the world accounting for 11% of the total global arms imports between 2018 and 2022. However, it is also to be noted that India’s share of 11% is down from…
The 7th India-Japan Defence Policy Dialogue, co-chaired by Defence Secretary Shri Giridhar Aramane and Vice Minister of Defense for International Affairs Mr Oka Masami, was held in New Delhi on April 05, 2023. A wide range of issues, including Service-level exercises and engagements, regional security issues and cooperation in defence equipment & technology, were discussed during…
DefSAT Conference & Expo 2023, the Premier Defence-Space India Conference & Expo will be held from April 27th April 29th 2023 at Maekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt, New Delhi. Organized by Satcom Industry Association is focused on showcasing the defence and space technology and capabilities. This conference and expo on Defence and Space is the perfect…
The Indian Government is expected to soon clear a proposal worth $300 Million (Rs 2400 Crores) to buy Hellfire missiles and Mark-54 anti-submarine torpedoes from United States (US). These weapons will subsequently be equipped on the 24 MH-60R Seahawk anti-submarine warfare and anti-surface warfare helicopters that are currently in the process of being inducted into…
