Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) and Azercosmos, a pioneering force of Azerbaijan in the space industry, have announced a cooperation agreement for the sale of two of IAI’s cutting-edge multi spectral electro optical satellites within Azersky-2 program; better than 0.5 meter native resolution with a long life span and high imaging performance. This landmark deal represents…
Bengaluru-based spacetech start-up, SatSure, has laid out an investment plan of $35 million for the launch of four earth imaging satellites by 2025. Noteworthy, these satellites boast nearly 65 km of coverage with one-metre resolution and include onboard edge processing capabilities. Established in 2017 by former ISRO scientists Prateep Basu, Rashmit Singh Sukhmani, and spacetech…
In the wake of its triumphant Chandrayaan (Moon) mission, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is now gearing up to unlock the enigmas surrounding dying stars and exo-planets. The Indian space agency’s ambitious agenda includes a mission dedicated to scrutinizing Venus, launching two satellites to delve into space’s climatic behavior and its repercussions on Earth,…
India and Bangladesh commenced the 11th edition of annual joint military exercise, SAMPRITI on 03rd October 2023 in Umroi, Meghalaya. This exercise, alternatingly organised by both countries, signifies strong bilateral defence cooperation initiatives. With its inception in Jorhat, Assam in 2009, the exercise has witnessed ten successful editions till 2022. SAMPRITI-XI, scheduled for 14 days, will…
As part of the Indian Navy’s long range deployment in South East Asia, the ships of First Training Squadron (1TS) -INS Tir, INS Sujata, and ICGS Sarathi are visiting Port Klang, Malaysia. The activities being undertaken by the 1TS include various professional and community interactions, training exchanges, cross deck visits and sports fixtures with personnel…
General Manoj Pande, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of the Indian Army embarks on an official visit to Tanzania from 2nd to 5th October 2023, reinforcing the long-standing defence ties between the two countries. The COAS is scheduled to visit Dar es Salaam, the Tanzanian capital, the historical city of Zanzibar, and Arusha. He will engage in…
In a significant demonstration of India’s commitment to addressing regional marine pollution threats, the Indian Coast Guard Ship Samudra Prahari, a specialized Pollution-Control Vessel, arrived at the port of Tanjung Priok, Jakarta, Indonesia, on 01 Oct 23. This visit, a part of India’s ASEAN initiatives for Marine Pollution Response, underscores India’s expertise and collaborative efforts…
Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti, AVSM, VSM assumed charge as Deputy Chief of the Naval Staff on 01 Oct 23. The Vice Admiral was commissioned into the Indian Navy on 01 Jul 88 and is a Navigation and Direction Specialist. In his career spanning over 35 years, he has held a variety of Command and Staff…
India’s Military Nursing Service (MNS) celebrated its 98th Raising Day on Oct 1, 2023. As one of the oldest and most distinguished all-women services in the Armed Forces, the Service holds more than 5,000 officers posted at various hospitals of the Armed Forces. To commemorate the 98th anniversary, the serving and retired officers led by…
Indian Air Force (IAF) will be celebrating its 91st anniversary on 08 Oct 23. As a prelude to the Air Force Day celebrations, the IAF held a fascinating aerial display at Bhopal on 30 September 2023, showcasing its power, while also motivating the youth to choose the IAF as a career. The residents of Bhopal witnessed…
