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September 12, 2024
Embraer looking at enhancing its supply chain base in IndiaA high-level delegation from Embraer is concluding a visit to India this week as it evaluates the expansion of its supply chain into the country.
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September 10, 2024
Lockheed Martin and Tata Advanced Systems Announce Agreement to Expand C-130J Super Hercules Opportunities in IndiaAgreement Supports India's Medium Transport Aircraft Program and New Maintenance Facility
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September 10, 2024
Simultaneous Launch of 'Malpe and Mulki', Fourth and Fifth Ships of ASW SWC (CSL) ProjectMalpe and Mulki, fourth and fifth ships of the Eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft project, being built by Cochin Shipyard Ltd, for the Indian Navy, were launched on September 9, 2024 at CSL, Kochi.
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September 9, 2024
CDS General Anil Chauhan releases Joint Doctrine for Amphibious OperationsIn a landmark event, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan released the Joint Doctrine for Amphibious Operations during the Chiefs of Staff Committee (COSC) meeting held on September 9, 2024, in New Delhi.
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September 9, 2024
Aatmanirbharta in defence: MoD signs ₹26,000 crore contract with HAL for 240 AL-31FP Aero Engines for Su-30 MKI aircraftIn a major boost to Aatmanirbhar Bharat, Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for 240 AL-31FP Aero Engines for Su-30 MKI aircraft at a cost of over ₹26,000 crore.
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September 9, 2024
Historic Flight by Vice Chiefs of Army, Navy, and Air Force Marks Milestone in Indigenous Defence CapabilitiesIn a landmark event for India's Defence forces, the Vice Chiefs of Indian Army, Navy and Air Force made history today by flying in the indigenously manufactured Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas.
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September 3, 2024
Vice Admiral Vineet Mccarty, assumes Charge as Controller Personnel ServicesVice Admiral Vineet McCarty, AVSM assumed charge as the Controller Personnel Services (CPS) on September 3, 2024. The Flag Officer was commissioned into the Indian Navy on July 1, 1989 and is a graduate of Defence Services Staff College, Wellington and National Defence College, New Delhi.
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September 1, 2024
Air Marshal Tejinder Singh takes over as Deputy Chief of the Air StaffAir Marshal Tejinder Singh took over as Deputy Chief of the Air Staff (DCAS) of the Indian Air Force, at Air Headquarters (Vayu Bhawan), today.
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September 1, 2024
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit takes over as AOC-in-C Central Air CommandAir Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumed the appointment of Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Central Air Command on September 1, 2024.
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February 1, 2025
DRDO successfully conducts successive flight-trials of Very Short-Range Air Defence System off the Odisha coastDefence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted three successive flight-trials of Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) from Chandipur off the coast of Odisha.
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February 1, 2025
Launch of 9th Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile (ACTCM) Barge, LSAM 23 (Yard 133)Launching ceremony of 9th ACTCM Barge, LSAM 23 (Yard 133) was held on January 31, 2025 at Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, Thane. Chief Guest for the launching Ceremony was Cmde R Anand, AGM (COM)/ ND (Mbi).
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February 1, 2025
Inaugural Edition of Indian Navy Half Marathon at New DelhiThe Indian Navy will host the inaugural edition of the Indian Navy Half Marathon (INHM), on February 2, 2025 at New Delhi.
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January 30, 2025
Vice Admiral Rajaram Swaminathan, Assumes Charge as the Controller Warship Production and AcquisitionVice Admiral Rajaram Swaminathan, assumed charge as the Controller of Warship Production & Acquisition on January 30, 2025 from Vice Admiral B. Sivakumar.
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January 29, 2025
ICG Seizes 53.6 kg of Ganja worth ₹60 lakhs near Indo-Sri Lankan IMBLThe Indian Coast Guard (ICG) seized 53.62 kg of ganja worth ₹60 lakhs, near the Indo-Sri Lankan International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) on January 29, 2025.
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January 29, 2025
Keel Laying of Seventh Ship (BY 529, Machilipatnam) of ASW SWC project at CSL, KochiKeel Laying of the seventh ship (BY 529, Machilipatnam) of the Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) project was undertaken on January 29, 2025 in the presence of Rear Admiral Upal Kundu, Chief of Staff, Southern Naval Command.
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January 28, 2025
ICG and Indonesian Coast Guard renew MoU for another three yearsThe Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the Indonesia Coast Guard (Badan Keamanan Laut Republik Indonesia - BAKAMLA) renewed their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Maritime Safety and Security Cooperation for another three years...
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January 27, 2025
Strengthening Maritime Ties - Indian Navy Hosts Indonesian Navy DelegationAdmiral Muhammad Ali, Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Navy, is on an official visit to India as part of the high-level delegation accompanying his Excellency President Prabowo Subianto, the Chief Guest for the Republic Day Parade 2025.
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January 24, 2025
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flags-off ‘SANJAY – The Battlefield Surveillance System’ from New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh flagged-off ‘SANJAY - The Battlefield Surveillance System (BSS)’ from South Block, New Delhi on January 24, 2025.
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January 23, 2025
INS Sarvekshak Completes Hydrographic Survey at MauritiusINS Sarvekshak completed the final phase of the hydrographic survey of Mauritius covering an extensive area of over 25,000 sq. nautical miles.
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January 22, 2025
Defence Minister inaugurates Vidyadhiraja Vidyapeetom Sainik School in Alappuzha, KeralaThe school will play a key role in inculcating the values of discipline, dedication, self-control & service to the nation among children: Rajnath Singh
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January 21, 2025
DRDO conducts Scramjet Engine Ground TestDefence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), a Hyderabad-based laboratory of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has taken the initiative in developing a long-duration Supersonic Combustion Ramjet or Scramjet powered Hypersonic technology.
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January 21, 2025
Aatmanirbhar Bharat: ₹1,561 crore contract inked with Heavy Vehicles Factory, AVNL for 47 T-72 Bridge Laying Tanks for Indian ArmyMinistry of Defence (MoD) has signed a contract with Heavy Vehicles Factory, a unit of Armoured Vehicle Nigam Limited, for the procurement of 47 Tank-72 Bridge Laying Tanks (BLT) for the Indian Army at a total cost of ₹1,560.52 crore.
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January 18, 2025
Indian Naval Ship Mumbai to Participate in Multi-National Exercise La PerouseMission deployed in the South Eastern Ocean Region, the indigenous destroyer arrived at Jakarta, Indonesia on an operational visit.
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January 18, 2025
Eastern Naval Command Organised Armed Forces Veterans Day ParadeOn the occasion of the 9th Armed Forces Veterans Day, Eastern Naval Command organised the maiden Veterans' Day Parade at RK Beach, Visakhapatnam, on January 18, 2025.
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January 17, 2025
Defence Secretary visits NCC Republic Day Camp 2025Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh visited the NCC Republic Day Camp 2025 at Delhi Cantt on January 17, 2025.
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January 17, 2025
India's offensive & defensive responses need to be further strengthened in view of turmoil in rules-based international order: Defence Minister Rajnath SinghDefence Minister Rajnath Singh has underlined the need to strengthen India's offensive and defensive responses in view of the turmoil being witnessed in the rules-based international order.
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January 16, 2025
Lockheed Martin Delivers S-70i™ Black Hawk® Helicopters to the PhilippinesLockheed Martin delivered 10 S-70i™ Black Hawk® helicopters in 2024 to the Philippine Department of National Defense (DND), as part of a contract for 32 Sikorsky Black Hawk helicopters under the DND's Additional Utility Helicopters Acquisition Project.
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January 16, 2025
Aatmanirbhar Bharat: MoD inks ₹2,960 crore contract with BDL for Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missiles for Indian NavyMinistry of Defence (MoD) has signed a contract with Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) for the supply of Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missiles (MRSAM) for the Indian Navy at a cost of approximately ₹2,960 crore.
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January 15, 2025
Government is transforming the Armed Forces into a modern warfare machine in view of dynamic geopolitical world order: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at 77th Army Day celebrations in Pune"Government is leaving no stone unturned to transform the Armed Forces into a modern warfare machine in view of the dynamic geopolitical world order and the constantly-changing character of warfare," said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
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January 15, 2025
Defence Secretary visits Indian Navy's premier Naval Air Station 'INS Rajali'Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh visited INS Rajali, the Indian Navy's premier Naval Air Station, located near Arakkonam in Tamil Nadu on January 13, 2025.
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January 15, 2025
Lockheed Martin Delivers the First Aegis System Equipped Vessel AN/SPY-7(V)1 Radar Antenna to Japan Ministry of DefenseLockheed Martin successfully delivered the first AN/SPY-7(V)1 radar antenna for the Aegis System Equipped Vessel (ASEV) to the Japan Ministry of Defense.
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January 15, 2025
BIRD Aerosystems Secures Significant Order for Airborne Missile Protection Solutions (AMPS) for African Military Helicopter FleetBIRD Aerosystems, a global provider of innovative defense technology, proudly announces the receipt of a significant order from an African Ministry of Defense (MOD) to supply its Airborne Missile Protection System (AMPS).
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January 14, 2025
The Sky's No Limit: Lockheed Martin's SPY-7 Radar for Spain's F-110 Frigate Successfully Tracks Airborne ObjectsIn partnership with Navantia, Spain's national defense and shipbuilding company, Lockheed Martin, a global leader in aerospace and deterrence, has successfully demonstrated the first live track for the Spain F-110 Multi-Mission Frigate's AN/SPY-7(V)2 radar.
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January 14, 2025
Maris-Tech Introduces Uranus Ultra: A Powerful Edge Computing Defense Platform with 360° 3D Video Situational Awareness & Airborne Threat DetectionEnhancing Real-Time AI-Powered Intelligence for Armored Vehicles and Critical Defense Applications through Integrated Ground and Aerial Threat Detection
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January 13, 2025
Dr V. Narayanan Assumed Charge of Secretary, Department of Space and Chairman, Space CommissionDr V. Narayanan, Distinguished Scientist (Apex Grade), assumed the charge of Secretary, Department of Space, Chairman, Space Commission and Chairman, ISRO on the afternoon of January 13, 2025.
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January 13, 2025
Chief of Defence Staff Visits NCC Republic Day Camp 2025Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan visited the National Cadets Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp 2025 at Delhi Cantt. on January 13, 2025.
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January 13, 2025
INS Tushil at LagosINS Tushil, Indian Navy's latest guided missile stealth frigate, arrived at Lagos, Nigeria, on January 12, 2025, for an operational turnaround, as part of her ongoing deployment to the Gulf of Guinea.
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January 13, 2025
Keel-Laying Ceremony of Training Ship for ICG held at MDL, MumbaiThe Keel-Laying ceremony of a Training Ship (Yard 16101) for Indian Coast Guard (ICG) was held at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL), Mumbai on January 13, 2025.
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January 13, 2025
Launch of 'Utkarsh', Second Multi Purpose VesselThe second of the two Multi Purpose Vessels, being built by L&T Shipyard for the Indian Navy, was launched in the presence of Rajesh Kumar Singh, Defence Secretary on January 13, 2025 at L&T, Kattupalli, Chennai.
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January 13, 2025
Successful Field Evaluation Trials of indigenously-developed third-generation Anti-Tank Fire-and-Forget Guided Missile 'Nag Mk 2'Field Evaluation Trials of indigenously-developed Nag Mk 2, the third-generation Anti-Tank Fire-and-Forget Guided Missile, were successfully conducted recently at Pokhran Field Range in the presence of senior officers of the Indian Army.
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January 13, 2025
Lockheed Martin Announces New Skunk Works®, Integrated Fighter LeadersLockheed Martin has named OJ Sanchez as vice president and general manager, Skunk Works®, and Mike Shoemaker as vice president and general manager, Integrated Fighter Group. Both began their new roles on Monday.
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January 10, 2025
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh calls for enhanced cohesiveness of the global community in view of the current security environmentDefence Minister Rajnath Singh has called for enhanced cohesiveness of the global community in view of the current security environment which, he said, is in a state of flux with multiple conflicts and challenges.
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January 9, 2025
Sixth Scorpene Class Submarine Vaghsheer Delivered to Indian NavyMazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (“MDL”) continues its saga of 'self-reliance' 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' and 'Make in India' Initiative of the Government of India, with the delivery of the Sixth Scorpene Submarine 'VAGHSHEER' of Project P-75 on January 9, 2025 to the Indian Navy, subsequently to be commissioned into Indian Navy as INS Vaghsheer.
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January 8, 2025
Eyeviation Unveils VCAT – Virtual Cognitive – Aware Trainer: The First AI Driven Firearms Instructor that Guarantees Significant Technique and Results Improvement in Less Than a 15-Minute Micro-Training sessionThe system and technology are already deployed by the Israeli Air Force, Elite IDF special units, and security response teams
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January 8, 2025
Delivery of Yard 82 (LSAM 14)Induction ceremony of the seventh Missile Cum Ammunition Barge (MCA) Barge, LSAM 14 (Yard 82) was held on January 7, 2025 at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai. Chief Guest for the Ceremony was Cmde Gaurav Doogar, GM (HR), ND (Mbi).
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January 7, 2025
Embraer reached 75 deliveries in the last quarter of 2024, for a total of 206 new aircraft in the yearEmbraer, one of the global leaders in the aerospace industry, delivered 75 aircraft in 4Q24 – or 27 per cent higher than in the previous quarter (3Q24), when 59 aircraft were delivered, and equal to the volume of the same period of 2023 (4Q23).
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January 6, 2025
Air Commodore Debakinandan Sahu takes over as Air Officer Commanding, Base Repair Depot TughlakabadAir Commodore Debakinandan Sahu took over the command of Base Repair Depot, Tughlakabad on January 6, 2025 from Air Commodore Rishi Seth. The handing over / taking over took place with an impressive ceremonial parade by the depot personnel.
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January 6, 2025
European Consortium Launches the SAAT Project to Redefine Small Arms Ammunition StandardsFN Herstal is proud to announce the official launch of the Small Arms Ammunition Technologies (SAAT) project. This four-year initiative, coordinated by FN Herstal and conducted by a European consortium made of defence companies...
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January 5, 2025
Launching of Two Fast Patrol Vessels for Indian Coast GuardGoa Shipyard Ltd Embarks on a New Era of Shipbuilding Excellence with the Launch of Two Indigenous Fast Patrol Vessels for the Indian Coast Guard
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January 5, 2025
Visit of Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Chief of Air Staff to Lakshadweep & Minicoy Islands from January 4-5, 2025Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh took over as Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) at a ceremony at Air Headquarters (Vayu Bhawan) on September 30, 2024.
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January 3, 2025
Boeing Appoints Deasy as Chief Information OfficerBoeing today announced Dana Deasy as the company's new chief information digital officer and senior vice president, Information Technology & Data Analytics.
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January 3, 2025
Air Vice Marshal Manmeet Singh took over as Senior Officer-in-Charge Administration, Headquarters Western Air Command, Indian Air ForceOn 1st January 2025, Air Vice Marshal Manmeet Singh took over as Senior Officer-in-Charge Administration, Headquarters Western Air Command, New Delhi.
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January 1, 2025
Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra Assumes Command of IAF's Western Air CommandAir Marshal Jeetendra Mishra assumed command of the Indian Air Force's Western Air Command on January 1, 2025. The Air Marshal was commissioned into the Indian Air Force as a fighter pilot on 06 December 1986.
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December 31, 2024
Embraer sells four A-29 Super Tucano aircraft to a new customer in AfricaEmbraer signed today a contract for the sale of four A-29 Super Tucano light attack and advanced trainer aircraft to an undisclosed customer in Africa.
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December 30, 2024
Embraer announces a firm order for six A-29 Super Tucanos from an undisclosed customerEmbraer announced today a firm order for six light attack and advanced trainer A-29 Super Tucanos placed by an undisclosed customer.
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December 27, 2024
Embraer signs contract for two C-390 Millennium with an undisclosed customerEmbraer signed today a contract with an undisclosed customer for the sale of two C-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft. The contract also includes a comprehensive training and support package as well as the supply of spare parts.
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December 21, 2024
Maroon Beret Ceremonial Parade at Garud Regimental Training Centre Air Force Station ChandinagarTo mark the successful completion of training of Air Force Special Forces operatives of 'Garud' force, Maroon Beret Ceremonial Parade was held on December 21, 2024 at Garud Regimental Training Centre.
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December 20, 2024
President of India Droupadi Murmu awards President's Colours to College of Defence Management, SecunderabadThe President of India Droupadi Murmu awarded the President's Colours to the College of Defence Management (CDM), Secunderabad on December 20, 2024, marking a historic milestone in the journey of the institute.
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December 20, 2024
Aatmanirbhar Bharat: MoD inks ₹7,629 crore contract with L&T for K9 VAJRA-T Self-Propelled Tracked Artillery Guns for Indian ArmyMinistry of Defence has signed a contract with Larsen & Toubro Limited for procurement of 155 mm/52 calibre K9 VAJRA-T Self-Propelled Tracked Artillery Guns for the Indian Army under Buy (Indian) category at a total cost of ₹7,628.70 crore.
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December 20, 2024
Yard 12707 (Surat) and Yard 12651 (Nilgiri) delivered to Indian NavyIn a historic milestone for the country's Aatmanirbharta, journey, two warships, a destroyer (Surat) and a frigate (Nilgiri) were delivered to the Indian Navy on December 20, 2024.
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December 19, 2024
Defence Minister exhorts scientists & engineers to specialise in high-end tech for strengthening India's position in cutting-edge innovationDefence Minister Rajnath Singh has called upon the scientists and engineers to gain command over high-end technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence & Quantum Computing, in tune with the changing times, with the aim to further strengthen India's position in the field of advance, frontier & cutting-edge innovation.
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December 19, 2024
DRDO, IIT Delhi & the industry sign 10 tripartite agreements during an event organised by DRDO-Industry-Academia Centre of ExcellenceDRDO-Industry-Academia Centre of Excellence (DIA-CoE) organised an event titled 'DRDO-Industry-Academia - Global Approach to Readiness of Indigenous Military Applications' (DIA-GARIMA) at IIT Delhi on December 19, 2024.
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December 19, 2024
INS Tushil Commenced her Passage to IndiaINS Tushil, the latest multi-role stealth guided missile frigate of the Indian Navy, set sail from Kaliningrad, Russia for India on December 17, 2024, marking the beginning of her maiden operational deployment.
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December 19, 2024
Plate Cutting Ceremony for the first of 14 FPV and first of six NGOPV being constructed by MDL for ICG held in MumbaiPlate Cutting Ceremony for the first of the 14 Fast Patrol Vessels (FPV) and first of the six Next-Gen Offshore Patrol Vessels (NGOPV) being constructed by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd. (MDL) for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) took place in Mumbai on December 19, 2024.
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December 18, 2024
Minister of State for Defence presides over Commissioning of Indian Navy's 2nd State-of-the-Art Survey vessel INS NirdeshakINS Nirdeshak, the second ship of Survey Vessel (Large) project, was commissioned into the Indian Navy, in a ceremony presided over by Minister of State for Defence, Sanjay Seth on December 18, 2024 at Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam.
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December 18, 2024
Accident in Mumbai Harbour Involving Indian Navy Craft and Civil Ferry Neel KamalAt about 1600 h on December 18, 2024 a Navy craft undergoing engine trials lost control and collided with a passenger ferry Neel Kamal off Karanja, Mumbai. The ferry was carrying passengers from Gateway of India to Elephanta Island.
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December 18, 2024
Brazilian Air Force Acquires Second Firefighting Equipment Unit to Equip KC-390 FleetEmbraer has signed a contract with the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) to provide a new Modular Airborne Fire Fighting System (MAFFS II) unit.
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December 17, 2024
Embraer expands its presence in Europe through a subsidiary in Portugal dedicated to defense mattersSubsidiary will materialize Embraer's strategic objectives in creating relevant and cutting-edge defense and security solutions for customers in Europe and NATO
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December 16, 2024
ICG's Offshore Patrol Vessel and Fast Patrol Vessel make port of call in MaldivesIndian Coast Guard's (ICG) Offshore Patrol Vessel ICGS Vaibhav and Fast Patrol Vessel ICGS Abhiraj made a port of call at Male, Maldives on December 16, 2024, as part of their overseas deployment to the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).
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December 16, 2024
Steel Cutting of First Next Generation Missile Vessel (NGMV) for Indian Navy at Cochin Shipyard Limited, Kochi'Steel Cutting' ceremony of the first ship of Next Generation Missile Vessel (NGMV), was held at Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) on December 16, 2024, Kochi in the presence of Cmde S. Parthiban, Warship Production Superintendent, Kochi.
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December 16, 2024
Embraer participates in Vietnam International Defense Expo 2024Embraer, a global aerospace leader headquartered in Brazil, will showcase its portfolio of defense aircraft and solutions, including the C-390 Millennium multi-mission military transport aircraft and the A-29 Super Tucano light attack, reconnaissance and advanced training aircraft, at the Vietnam Defense Expo 2024 from December 19 to 22 2024.
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December 14, 2024
Strengthening Maritime Ties - Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff Embarks on an Official visit to IndonesiaAdmiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), is on a four day official visit to Indonesia from December 15 to 18, 2024.
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December 13, 2024
Launch of Seventh Missile Cum Ammunition (MCA) Barge, LSAM 14 (Yard 82)Launch ceremony of seventh MCA Barge, LSAM 14 (Yard 82) was held on December 12, 2024 at Mira Bhayandar, Maharashtra, west coast launch site of SECON Engineering Projects Pvt Ltd Visakhapatnam.
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December 12, 2024
Indian Light Tank achieves major milestone by firing a number of rounds accurately at High AltitudeIndian Light Tank (ILT) has achieved a major milestone by firing a number of rounds at different ranges at an altitude of more than 4200m, at a High Altitude Location with consistently accurate results.
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December 12, 2024
9th India-Thailand Defence Dialogue held in New Delhi to explore new initiatives to further strengthen bilateral defence cooperationThe 9th India-Thailand Defence Dialogue took place in New Delhi on December 12, 2024.
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December 11, 2024
Steel Cutting of Second Fleet Support Ship for Indian Navy at Kattupalli'Steel Cutting' ceremony of second of the five Fleet Support Ships (FSS) was held at L&T Shipyard, Kattupalli on December 11, 2024, in presence of Rear Admiral Vishal Bishnoi, Assistant Controller of Warship Production & Acquisition and senior officials from Indian Navy, HSL and L&T.
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December 11, 2024
Sikorsky to Demonstrate Flight Autonomy to US Marine CorpsSikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company has been selected by the US Marine Corps to demonstrate the maturity and capability of the MATRIX™ flight autonomy system.
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December 11, 2024
Nepali Army Chief General Ashok Raj Sigdel Marks Day two of his official visit to India with Key Engagements and DiscussionsSuprabal Janasewashree General Ashok Raj Sigdel, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) of the Nepali Army, on his official visit to India, marked the day filled with high-level engagements and interactions.
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December 11, 2024
Lockheed Martin Elects John C. Aquilino to Board of DirectorsLockheed Martin today announced its board of directors has elected Admiral John C. Aquilino, former commander of the United States Indo-Pacific Command, to the board, effective today.
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December 10, 2024
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh calls on Russian President Vladimir Putin in MoscowDefence Minister Rajnath Singh called on the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin in Moscow on December 10, 2024, on the margins of the 21st session of India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military and Military Cooperation (IRIGC-M&MTC).
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December 10, 2024
Defence Minister & his Russian counterpart co-chair 21st session of India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military & Military Technical Cooperation in MoscowThe 21st session of the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military & Military Technical Cooperation (IRIGC-M&MTC) was co-chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Russian Defence Minister Andrey Belousov in Moscow on December 10, 2024.
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December 10, 2024
Suprabal Janasewashree General Ashok Raj Sigdel, Chief of Army Staff, Nepali Army Arrives on a Visit to IndiaSuprabal Janasewashree General Ashok Raj Sigdel, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) of the Nepali Army, commenced a significant official visit to India today, marking a key step in further strengthening the defence relations between Nepal and India.
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December 10, 2024
Slovakia indicates the Embraer C-390 Millennium as the best option for its future military transport aircraftThe Slovak Ministry of Defense today signed a Letter of Intent with the Brazilian Ministry of Defense, paving the way for a deeper industrial cooperation between the two countries.
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December 10, 2024
Lockheed Martin and Missile Defense Agency Demonstrate Critical Capability for Defending Guam with Successful Flight TestLockheed Martin and the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), in support of United States Indo-Pacific Command and the Department of Defense (DoD), have successfully completed Flight Experiment Mission (FEM)-02.
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December 9, 2024
INS Tushil, latest multi role stealth guided missile frigate, commissioned into Indian Navy in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in RussiaINS Tushil (F 70), the latest multi-role stealth-guided missile frigate, was commissioned into the Indian Navy in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at the Yantar Shipyard in Kaliningrad, Russia on December 9, 2024.
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December 9, 2024
ICG conducts second bilateral meeting with Philippine Coast Guard as part of the ongoing cooperation frameworkIndian Coast Guard (ICG) conducted the second bilateral meeting with Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on December 9, 2024, at ICG HQs, New Delhi as part of the ongoing cooperation framework established under the MoU signed between the two Coast Guards.
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December 8, 2024
Commanders' Conference-2024 Western Air CommandA two day Commanders' Conference of Western Air Command (WAC) of the Indian Air Force was held on December 6 & 7, 2024 at New Delhi, with Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) as the chief guest.
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December 6, 2024
Valedictory Function 24 Production Test Pilots Course at Aircraft and Systems Testing EstablishmentThe valedictory function of the 24 Production Test Pilots (PTP) Course was held at the Air Force Test Pilots School of Aircraft and Systems Testing Establishment (ASTE) on December 6, 2024.
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December 5, 2024
Indian Army showcases in house innovations at the Annual Idea and Innovation Competition 2024 'Inno-Yoddha'The Indian Army conducted the Idea & Innovation Competition and Seminar, named Inno-Yoddha 2024-25 at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi in presence of General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff.
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December 5, 2024
Indian Coast Guard Rescues 12 distressed Seafarers in North Arabian Sea in coordination with their Pakistani CounterpartThe Indian Coast Guard (ICG) rescued 12 crew members of the sunken Indian vessel MSV Al Piranpir from the North Arabian Sea in the wee hours of December 4, 2024.
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December 4, 2024
Indian Navy Operational Demonstration at Puri, Odisha on Navy Day 2024The Indian Navy displayed its operational prowess and capabilities through an 'Operational Demonstration' that covered many facets of naval operations by ships, submarines, aircraft, marine commandos and Indian Army personnel at the pristine Blue Flag Beach, Puri, Odisha, on December 4, 2024.
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December 4, 2024
President of India Attends Navy Day Celebration at PuriThe President of India, Droupadi Murmu attended the Navy Day celebration and witnessed the Operational Demonstration conducted by the Indian Navy at Puri Beach, Odisha today (December 4, 2024).
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December 4, 2024
MK-48 Mod 7 Guidance and Control System Contract ExtensionThe US Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) has awarded Lockheed Martin a $245 million dollar contract extension for the MK-48 Guidance and Control (G&C) Mod 7 program.
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December 4, 2024
Embraer signs a contract with the Brazilian Army for one SABER M200 Vigilante radarEmbraer, a global leader in the aerospace industry, and the Brazilian Army, signed today a contract worth R$102 million at Mostra BID, the National Defense and Security Fair, for the delivery of one SABER M200 Vigilante radar already in series configuration.
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December 4, 2024
Embraer signs contract with Finep to continue development of the SABER M200 Multimission radarEmbraer, a global leader in the aerospace industry, signed a R$ 147 million contract today at Mostra BID with the Financiadora de Estudos e Projetos (Finep) to complete new technologies to be used in the SABER M200 Multimission radar.
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December 4, 2024
US Army Orders Additional Boeing CH-47F Block II ChinooksThe US Army ordered three additional CH-47F Block II Chinooks from Boeing. The Lot 3 contract award, valued at $135 million, is a part of the US Army's ongoing modernization efforts.
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December 4, 2024
GA-ASI Awarded Next Gen HF Modem ContractGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) was awarded a contract on October 4, 2024, to develop a next generation high-frequency (HF) modem for the US Naval Information Warfare (NAVWAR) Program Executive Office Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Intelligence (PEO C4I).
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December 4, 2024
Institute of Aerospace Medicine will host the 63rd Annual Conference of the Indian Society of Aerospace Medicine (ISAM)Indian Society of Aerospace Medicine (ISAM) is organising its 63rd annual conference at Institute of Aerospace Medicine (IAM), Bengaluru, from December 5-7, 2024.
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December 3, 2024
Embraer and FAB sign agreement to expand C-390 Millennium special mission capabilitiesEmbraer demonstrates its C-390 Millennium evolution strategy by fostering new capabilities that will enhance the platform's operational capabilities while meeting customer needs and market requirements
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December 3, 2024
Japan Maritime Defense Force Selects SeaGuardians From GA-ASIThe Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) has selected the General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) SeaGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) systems for its Long Endurance Unmanned Aerial Vehicle program.
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December 3, 2024
Lockheed Martin Names New General CounselThe Board of Directors at Lockheed Martin named Kevin O'Connor as the corporation's new senior vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary. Effective Jan. 13, O'Connor will succeed Maryanne Lavan, who plans to retire. O'Connor most recently served as senior vice president and chief legal officer for Carrier.
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December 3, 2024
Northrop Grumman Completes Activation of the Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission Capabilities, Including EPS-R PayloadsNorthrop Grumman Corporation has successfully handed over mission operations of Space Norway's Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission (ASBM) satellites and completed activation of US Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command's (SSC) two Enhanced Polar System – Recapitalization (EPS-R) payloads, hosted aboard ASBM.
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December 2, 2024
India-Malaysia Joint Military Exercise HARIMAU SHAKTI Commences in Bentong Camp, MalaysiaThe 4th edition of India-Malaysia Joint Military Exercise HARIMAU SHAKTI commenced today, at Bentong camp, Pahang district, Malaysia.
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December 2, 2024
15 Companies Pitch Their Capabilities at GA-ASI's Blue Magic NetherlandsNovember 19 Event Hosted by GA-ASI and Supported by Lockheed Martin Ventures and Brainport Attracts Cross-Section of Netherlands' High-Tech Sector
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December 2, 2024
Orbit Wins Israeli Ministry of Defense Tender for $9.1M Satellite Communication SystemsThe Multi-Purpose Terminals to Provide Mission Critical Satellite Connectivity for mobile and on the pause roll-on/roll-off ground platforms
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December 1, 2024
India and Cambodia Commences Inaugural Joint Table Top Exercise CINBAX in PuneThe 1st edition of Joint Table Top Exercise, CINBAX, between the Indian Army and the Cambodian Army commenced at Foreign Training Node, Pune today.
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November 30, 2024
Indian Army and Singapore Armed Forces Conclude Joint Military Exercise “Agni Warrior - 2024”The 13th edition of Joint Military Exercise AGNI WARRIOR (XAW-2024), a bilateral exercise between the Indian Army and Singapore Armed Forces, concluded at Field Firing Ranges, Devlali (Maharashtra) on November 30, 2024.
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November 30, 2024
Autumn Term 2024 – Passing Out ParadeIn a spectacular Passing Out Parade (POP) held at the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, on Saturday, November 30, 2024, a total of 239 trainees, comprising Midshipmen of the 107th Indian Naval Academy Course, cadets of the 38th and 39th Naval Orientation Course (Extended), the 39th Naval Orientation Course (Regular)...
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November 30, 2024
Technical Seminar and ExhibitionThe Directorate General of Naval Armament (DGONA) conducted a Technical Seminar and Exhibition on “Modern Storage Solutions for Explosives and Ammunition” at Varunika, Chanakya Bagh, New Delhi.
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November 30, 2024
MoD inks contract worth ₹1,207 crore with Cochin Shipyard Limited for Short Refit and Dry Docking of INS VikramadityaThe Ministry of Defence signed a contract with Cochin Shipyard Limited on November 30, 2024 for Short Refit and Dry Docking (SRDD) of INS Vikramaditya at an overall cost of ₹1,207.5 crore.
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November 29, 2024
Indian Navy and Sri Lankan Navy Conduct Successful Anti-Narcotics OperationBased on information received from the Sri Lankan Navy regarding probable narcotics smuggling by Sri Lankan flagged fishing vessels in the Arabian Sea, the Indian Navy responded swiftly through a coordinated operation to localise and intercept the boats.
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November 29, 2024
Statement of Intent on Cooperation on Design & Development of Electric Propulsion Systems for Indian Navy signed with UKA Statement of Intent (SoI) on Cooperation on Design & Development of Electric Propulsion Systems for the Indian Navy was signed between Ministries of Defence of India and UK in Portsmouth on November 28, 2024.
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November 29, 2024
ICG conducts 11th National Maritime Search & Rescue Exercise off Kochi coastThe Indian Coast Guard (ICG) conducted the 11th edition of National Maritime Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX-2024) off the Kochi coast on November 29, 2024.
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November 29, 2024
Induction of 25T Bollard Pull Tugs Bhishm (YARD 335) and Bahubali (YARD 336)Induction ceremony for 25T Bollard Pull (BP) Tug Bhishm and Bahubali was held on November 28, 2024 at NSRY (SVP). The ceremony was presided over by Air Marshal Saju Balakrishnan, Commander-in-Chief, Andaman & Nicobar Command.
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November 29, 2024
Launch of 8th Ammunition cum Torpedo Cum Missile (ACTCM) BARGE, LSAM 22 (YARD 132)Launching ceremony of 8th ACTCM Barge, LSAM 22 (Yard 132) was held on November 28, 2024 at Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, Thane. The Launching Ceremony was presided over by Cmde V.A. Giriprasad, AWPS WOT(Mbi).
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November 28, 2024
Royal Canadian Air Force to Use 19 PC-21 Next Generation Trainers in the FuturePilatus has signed a contract to deliver 19 PC-21 training aircraft. The PC-21 will not only provide Canada with the most technically advanced training system but also a very cost-effective, environmentally friendly training platform for military pilots.
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November 28, 2024
Fourth Meeting of Working Group on Military Cooperation under the India – Russia Inter Governmental Commission on Military and Military-Technical Cooperation successfully concludes in MoscowThe fourth meeting of the Working Group on Military Cooperation under the India – Russia Inter Governmental Commission on Military and Military-Technical Cooperation (IRIGC-M&MTC), concluded successfully in Moscow Russia.
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November 28, 2024
Indian Army Launches ‘Eklavya’ Online Digital Platform for Officers’ TrainingGeneral Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), launched an online learning platform for the Indian Army nicknamed as “Eklavya” today.
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November 28, 2024
ICG organises 22nd National Maritime Search and Rescue Board meeting in KochiIndian Coast Guard (ICG) organised the 22nd National Maritime Search and Rescue (NMSAR) Board meeting on November 28, 2024 in Kochi, Kerala.
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November 28, 2024
Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi Addresses 26th Doctrine and Strategy SeminarGeneral Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) addressed participants of the 26th Doctrine and Strategy Seminar (DSS) in Mhow today.
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November 26, 2024
Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi Ignites Passion and Vision Among Future Military Commanders at MILIT, PuneThe hallowed portals of Mehra Auditorium at Military Institute of Technology (MILIT), Girinagar, came alive with inspiration and purpose as General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), addressed the young military commanders...
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November 26, 2024
NAVANTIA completes the fitting of the hydrogen propulsion system AIP into a S-80 class submarineNavantia's shipyard in Cartagena has completed the installation of the Hydrogen based Air Independent Propulsion System (AIP) into a S80 class submarine.
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November 25, 2024
Bombardier Defense Delivers First Global 6500 Aircraft to the US Army's HADES ProgramBombardier Defense celebrated the delivery of the first Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft to the United States Army in support of the High Accuracy Detection and Exploitation System (HADES) program.
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November 24, 2024
COAS General Upendra Dwivedi concludes visit to Nepal, Culminating in Stronger Defence and Bilateral TiesGeneral Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), Indian Army, returned to India today after a resoundingly successful five-day official visit to Nepal.
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November 21, 2024
Skunk Works® Demonstrates Airborne Battle Management of AI-Controlled AircraftLockheed Martin Skunk Works®, in partnership with Lockheed Martin's Demonstrations and Prototypes organization and the University of Iowa's Operator Performance Laboratory (OPL), showcased a crewed-uncrewed teaming mission...
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November 21, 2024
Embraer strengthens industrial and research cooperation in the NetherlandsFollowing the acquisition of the C-390 Millennium multi-mission transport aircraft, Embraer enhances its presence in the Netherlands through industrial and research participation by selecting Fokker Services Group, NLR and Multisim.
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November 21, 2024
Romania Becomes the 20th Member of the F-35 Global AllianceThe Government of Romania confirmed today its intent to procure 32 Lockheed Martin 5th Generation F-35 Lightning II aircraft by signing a Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) through a US government Foreign Military Sale.
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November 21, 2024
Boeing Awarded 15 Additional US Air Force KC-46A TankersBoeing will build 15 additional KC-46A Pegasus tankers under a Lot 11 contract award from the US Air Force valued at $2.38 billion. In all, Boeing has 168 KC-46A multi-mission aerial refuelers on contract globally, providing advanced capability advantages for the joint force and allies.
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November 21, 2024
Milestone in Air Interoperability with IndiaAustralia and India have signed an arrangement to enable the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) and the Indian Armed Forces to conduct air-to-air refuelling.
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November 20, 2024
General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of Army Staff Embarks on a visit to NepalGeneral Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), departed on a visit to Nepal from November 20 to 24, 2024, marking a significant step in further bolstering the close defence cooperation between India and Nepal.
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November 19, 2024
GA-ASI Completes Final Qualification Test for HFE 2.0 EngineOn November 13, 2024, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), completed its final qualification test for its new 200-horsepower heavy fuel engine at its El Mirage, California, flight facility.
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November 19, 2024
Defence Minister addresses Air Force Commanders' ConferenceDefence Minister Rajnath Singh, addressed the Air Force Commanders' Conference (AFCC) at Air Headquarters in New Delhi on November 19, 2024.
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November 13, 2024
CDS General Anil Chauhan chairs 35th Tri-services Commanders' Conference at KochiChief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan chaired the 35th Triservices Commanders' Conference (TSTCC) at Southern Naval Command, Kochi on November 13, 2024.
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November 13, 2024
Defence Space Agency successfully conducts maiden 'Exercise Antariksha Abhyas – 2024' to enhance strategic readiness in space warfareDefence Space Agency of Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff successfully conducted the Space Table Top Exercise Antariksha Abhyas-2024 from November 11-13, 2024, a significant milestone aimed at bolstering the strategic readiness of the Indian Armed Forces in the domain of space warfare.
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November 13, 2024
Lockheed Martin and Anduril Join Forces to Successfully Detect and Track Drone Threats in Middle EastLockheed Martin has successfully integrated the Q-53 multi-mission radar (MMR) with Anduril's Lattice Command and Control (C2) environment during the US Central Command Desert Guardian exercise held at Fort Drum earlier this month.
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November 13, 2024
FN Browning Group and Sofisport enter into exclusive negotiations to create a world-class European supplier of small arms and ammunitionFN Browning Group, whose subsidiaries include FN Herstal and Browning, announces that it has entered into exclusive negotiations to acquire the French group Sofisport world leader in the manufacture of shotshells...
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November 12, 2024
DRDO conducts maiden flight-test of Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile off Odisha coastDefence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted the maiden flight-test of Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM) from the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur off the coast of Odisha on November 12, 2024 from a mobile articulated launcher.
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November 12, 2024
DRDO hands over Authority Holding Sealed Particulars of P-7 Parachute System to Directorate General of Quality AssuranceThe Authority Holding Sealed Particulars (AHSP) of P-7 Parachute System has been handed over to the Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA) by the Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment (ADRDE), Agra, a DRDO laboratory.
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November 11, 2024
First Ever Space Exercise 'Antariksha Abhyas – 2024' hosted by Defence Space Agency begins in New DelhiIndia is well positioned to navigate the challenges posed to space based capabilities: CDS Gen Anil Chauhan
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November 11, 2024
Sikorsky and Rain Successfully Demonstrate Autonomous Flight with Wildfire Mission Autonomy to Rapidly Find and Suppress Test FiresGovernment, firefighting agencies, and investment representatives observe aerial water drops.
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November 10, 2024
Navika Sagar Parikrama II INSV Tarini Arrives at Fremantle, AustraliaAt approximately 1430h IST (1700 local time) on November 9, 2024 after a challenging 39-day voyage at sea, Indian Naval Sailing Vessel Tarini...
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November 9, 2024
The Indian Navy Quiz – THINQ2024 Concludes with a spectacular finale at INAThe Indian Navy proudly conducted the THINQ2024 Quiz, a celebration of India's progress and the vision of 'Viksit Bharat' on November 8, 2024.
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November 9, 2024
Curtain Raiser: Indian Navy Operational Demonstration 2024The Indian Navy is set to demonstrate its formidable maritime capabilities and operational strength at the 'Operational Demonstration' (Op Demo) scheduled at Blue Flag Beach, Puri, Odisha, on Navy Day (December 4) this year.
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November 9, 2024
Handing over two Interceptors to Mozambique at NacalaAs part of its capacity-building engagements with friendly foreign nations of the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), the Government of India gifted two water-jet propelled Fast Interceptor Craft (FIC) to the Government of Mozambique on November 8, 2024.
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November 9, 2024
Sweden selects the Embraer C-390 Millennium as its new military transport aircraftThe Swedish Ministry of Defense announced the selection of the Embraer C-390 Millennium as Sweden's new tactical transport aircraft.
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November 8, 2024
HQ IDS Conducts First Annual Niche Technology Nexus Seminar on Quantum and Electronic WarfareHeadquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS), in collaboration with the Centre for Joint Warfare Studies, conducted the inaugural Annual Niche Technology Nexus (NTN-2024) Seminar today in New Delhi.
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November 8, 2024
CDS General Anil Chauhan inaugurates the 2nd Edition of Indian Military Heritage FestivalChief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan inaugurated the 2nd edition of the annual Indian Military Heritage Festival (IMHF) in New Delhi today.
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November 8, 2024
India-Australia Joint Military Exercise AUSTRAHIND Commences in MaharashtraThe 3rd edition of joint military Exercise AUSTRAHIND commenced at Foreign Training Node, Pune in Maharashtra today. The exercise will be conducted from November 8 to 21, 2024.
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November 8, 2024
The President of India Droupadi Murmu witnesses Indian Navy operations onboard INS VikrantThe President of India, Droupadi Murmu, witnessed the operational demonstration by the Indian Navy at sea on November 7, 2024.
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November 7, 2024
President of India attends 'Day at Sea' in GoaThe President of India, Droupadi Murmu attended the 'Day at Sea' event in Goa today (November 7, 2024).
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November 7, 2024
US Navy and Lockheed Martin Skunk Works® Demonstrate First Live Control of an Uncrewed Air Vehicle by UMCS and MDCX™Lockheed Martin collaborated with the US Navy and General Atomics (GA) in a first-ever live control flight demonstration of an uncrewed system by the Unmanned Carrier Aviation Mission Control Station (UMCS).
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November 7, 2024
GA-ASI and US Navy Fly MQ-20 Avenger Using MD-5 GCS To Perform Commanded Autonomy ManeuversOn November 5, 2024, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) used its MQ-20 Avenger® Unmanned Aircraft System to perform commanded autonomy maneuvers as part of a demonstration with the US Navy (USN).
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November 6, 2024
21st Edition of India-US Military Cooperation Group meeting held in New DelhiThe 21st edition of India–US Military Cooperation Group (MCG) meeting was conducted from November 5 to 6, 2024 at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi.
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November 5, 2024
Indian Coast Guard holds 26th National Oil Spill Disaster Contingency Plan MeetingThe Indian Coast Guard (ICG) convened the 26th National Oil Spill Disaster Contingency Plan (NOSDCP) meeting today on November 5, 2024 in New Delhi, to review the nation's preparedness for responding effectively to oil spill contingencies in Indian waters.
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November 5, 2024
Keel Laying of First and Second NGOPV (Yard 3037 & 3038)Keel Laying ceremony of Yard 3037 and 3038, the 1st & 2nd Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels (NGOPV) (ex-GRSE) was held at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd, Kolkata on November 5, 2024.
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November 5, 2024
Third Edition of 'MAHASAGAR'The third edition of the high-level virtual interaction MAHASAGAR was conducted by the Indian Navy on November 5, 2024, during which Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff interacted with Heads of Navies/ Maritime Agencies and Senior Leadership from Indian Ocean Region littorals viz., Bangladesh, Comoros...
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November 4, 2024
CDS General Anil Chauhan concludes his four day visit to AlgeriaBoth Countries ink milestone memorandum in defence Cooperation
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November 1, 2024
Rajesh Kumar Singh assumes the office of Defence SecretaryRajesh Kumar Singh took over as Defence Secretary at South Block in New Delhi on November 1, 2024. He is a 1989-batch IAS officer from Kerala cadre, who had assumed the charge of the Officer on Special Duty (Defence Secretary-designate) on August 20, 2024.
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November 1, 2024
Air Marshal Ajay Kumar Arora takes over as Air Officer-in-Charge Maintenance of IAFAir Marshal Ajay Kumar Arora assumed the appointment of Air Officer-in-Charge Maintenance, Indian Air Force, at Air Headquarters (Vayu Bhawan), today. The Air Marshal, after taking over, laid a wreath at the National War Memorial in honour of the armed forces personnel who have made the supreme sacrifice for the nation.
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October 29, 2024
Swavlamban 3.0: Defence Minister launches ADITI 3.0 challenge and DISC 13 to advance indigenous defence technologies & operational efficienciesThe third edition of Acing Development of Innovative Technologies with iDEX (ADITI 3.0) challenge and 13th edition of Defence India Start-up Challenges (DISC 13) were unveiled by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Organisation (NIIO) seminar 'Swavlamban' at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi on October 29, 2024.
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October 29, 2024
Army Commanders' Conference Concludes: External Affairs Minister Addresses Senior Leadership of Indian ArmyThe second phase of the Army Commanders' Conference concluded today in New Delhi.
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October 29, 2024
Army Hospital (R&R) hosts Commissioning Ceremony for VII Batch of Military Nursing CadetsThe College of Nursing, Army Hospital (R&R) proudly hosted the commissioning ceremony of its VII batch of 26 Military Nursing Cadets, marking the culmination of four years of rigorous education and training.
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October 28, 2024
INS Talwar Arrives at La Réunion, FranceIndian Navy's frontline stealth frigate, INS Talwar, arrived at La Réunion on October 27, 2024 as a part of her ongoing deployment in Indian Ocean Region.
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October 28, 2024
ICG launches two Fast Patrol Vessels with over 60 per cent indigenous content built by Goa Shipyard LtdIndian Coast Guard (ICG) simultaneously launched two Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) 'Adamya' and 'Akshar', with over 60 per cent indigenous content, built by Goa Shipyard Ltd. (GSL) on October 28, 2024.
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October 28, 2024
Inauguration of Swavlamban ExhibitionThe exhibition open to innovators, startups and MSMEs organised as part of the third edition of the Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Organisation's annual event, Swavlamban, was inaugurated by Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff, at Exhibition Hall 14, Bharat Mandapam, on October 28, 2024.
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October 28, 2024
Prime Minister & his Spanish counterpart jointly inaugurate TATA Aircraft Complex for manufacturing of C295 aircraft in VadodaraPrime Minister Narendra Modi and his Spanish counterpart Mr Pedro Sanchez jointly inaugurated the TATA Aircraft Complex for manufacturing of C295 aircraft at TATA advanced systems limited (TASL) Campus in Vadodara, Gujarat on October 28, 2024.
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October 25, 2024
Chanakya Defence Dialogue 2024 Culminates at New DelhiThe second edition of the Indian Army's flagship international seminar, the Chanakya Defence Dialogue, culminated on October 25 at the Manekshaw Centre in Delhi.
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October 25, 2024
Two-day DRDO Directors' Conclave 2024 begins in Pune to discuss 'Transforming DRDO for Redefined Defence R&D'The two-day DRDO Directors' Conclave 2024 commenced at Armament Research & Development Establishment, Pune on October 25, 2024.
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October 25, 2024
Launch of 'Abhay', Seventh Ship of ASW SWC (GRSE) Project'Abhay', the seventh Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) being built by GRSE for Indian Navy, was launched on October 25, 2024 at L&T, Kattupalli.
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October 25, 2024
Indian Army Organises National Integration Tour for Youth Ambassadors of Remote Areas of Dras, LadakhForever in Operations Division of Fire & Fury Corps of the Indian Army in its commitment towards Nation Building efforts for integrating youth of Ladakh with main stream, flagged-off a comprehensive 'National Integration Tour'...
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October 24, 2024
Broad India-China consensus to resolve differences in certain areas along LAC is proof that continuous dialogue brings solutions: Defence Minister at Chanakya Defence Dialogue 2024“The broad consensus achieved by India and China to resolve their differences in certain areas along LAC is proof that continuous dialogue brings solutions,” said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh while delivering the keynote address at the Chanakya Defence Dialogue in New Delhi on October 24, 2024.
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October 24, 2024
Chief of Defence Staff exhorts defence industry, R&D organisations & the Services to embrace fusion & synergy to make India 'Sashakt, Surakshit & Viksit'Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan virtually inaugurated a two-day National Conference on Technology Management (TECHMA 2024) on October 24, 2024.
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October 24, 2024
MoD inks ₹387.44 crore contract with Chowgule & Company Pvt Ltd, Goa for six Air Cushion Vehicles for Indian Coast GuardMinistry of Defence, on October 24, 2024, signed a contract with Chowgule & Company Pvt Ltd, Goa for procurement of six Air Cushion Vehicles (ACVs) for the Indian Coast Guard at a total cost of ₹387.44 crore.
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October 24, 2024
Maritime Partnership Exercise (MPX) with German NavyIndian Navy's Destroyer INS Delhi, German Navy's Frigate Baden-Württemberg and Tanker Frankfurt Am Main undertook a Maritime Partnership Exercise (MPX) in the Indian Ocean.
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October 24, 2024
Singapore India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX)The 31st edition of the Singapore India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX) is scheduled from October 23 to 29, 2024, in the Eastern Naval Command at Visakhapatnam.
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October 23, 2024
Damen and idD Portugal Defence sign Collaboration agreementOn 18 October, Damen Shipyards Group and idD Portugal Defence signed a letter of intent (LOI) to boost collaboration in shipbuilding and further integrate Portuguese industry into the global naval value chain.
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October 22, 2024
Defence Minister & his Singaporean counterpart co-chair 6th India-Singapore Defence Ministerial Dialogue in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh and Minister of Defence of Singapore Dr Ng Eng Hen co-chaired the sixth India-Singapore Defence Ministerial Dialogue in New Delhi on October 22, 2024.
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October 20, 2024
Indian Navy – Royal Navy of Oman Maritime Exercise (Naseem-Al-Bahr)INS Trikand and Dornier Maritime Patrol Aircraft, participated in the Indo-Oman bilateral naval exercise Naseem-Al-Bahr with the Royal Navy of Oman Vessel Al Seeb off Goa from October 13 to 18, 2024.
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October 19, 2024
Think critically, adapt to unforeseen circumstances & leverage latest technology to gain strategic advantage in today's times: Defence Minister to military leaders at National Defence College, New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh has called upon the military leaders to think critically, adapt to unforeseen circumstances and leverage latest technological advancements to gain a strategic advantage in today's ever-evolving geopolitical landscape.
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October 19, 2024
Closing Ceremony of Malabar 2024The Sea Phase of Malabar 2024 concluded on October 18, 2024 at Visakhapatnam. This edition of Malabar, witnessed participation of warships with their integral helicopters, long range maritime patrol aircraft and submarine.
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October 18, 2024
Government to provide full support to the private sector in taking lead in the field of defence & making India an innovation & technology hub: Defence MinisterDefence Minister Rajnath Singh has called upon the private sector to move forward from 'participation' to 'taking lead' in the defence sector, assuring the Government's full support to make India an innovation & technology hub and one of the strongest countries in the world.
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October 15, 2024
DG Paramesh Sivamani takes over as 26th Director General of Indian Coast GuardDG Paramesh Sivamani took over as the 26th Director General of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG). The Flag Officer, during his illustrious career spanning over three and a half decades, has served in various capacities in ashore and afloat appointments.
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October 15, 2024
Israel Aerospace Industries unveils the Robotic Combat Task Force based on Human Machine Integrated FormationFor the first time, ground-based robotic systems are maneuvering on the battlefield
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October 14, 2024
Launch of 'Samarthak', first ship of Multi Purpose Vessel (L&T) project on October 14, 2024 at L&T, ChennaiThe first ship of the two Multi Purpose Vessel project, being built by L&T, Shipyard for the Indian Navy, was launched on October 14, 2024 at L&T, Kattupalli.
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October 14, 2024
Surgeon Vice Admiral Kavita Sahai, assumes charge as Director General Medical Services (Navy)Surgeon Vice Admiral Kavita Sahai, SM, VSM assumes charge as Director General Medical Services (Navy) on October 14, 2024. The Flag Officer was commissioned in the Army Medical Corps on December 30, 1986.
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October 11, 2024
Defence Minister addresses the Senior Leadership of Indian Army during Army Commanders' ConferenceThe second Army Commanders' Conference of year 2024, commenced in a hybrid format on October 10, 2024 in a forward location at Gangtok.
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October 9, 2024
Exercise Malabar 2024 – Opening CeremonyThe Opening Ceremony of MALABAR 2024 under the aegis of Eastern Naval Command was held onboard Indian Naval Ship Satpura at Visakhapatnam on October 9, 2024.
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October 9, 2024
Lockheed Martin Announces New F-35 LeaderLockheed Martin announced today Chauncey McIntosh has been named vice president and general manager of the F-35 Lightning II Program, effective Dec. 1. McIntosh succeeds Bridget Lauderdale, who will be retiring at the end of the year following a 38-year career with the company.
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October 8, 2024
Indian Air Force's display of air power & 'Aatmanirbharta' resolve marks its 92nd anniversary celebrations at Air Force Station, Tambaram in ChennaiAn immaculate ceremonial parade, a breath-taking demonstration of air power and a spectacular static display of state-of-the-art equipment marked the celebrations of the 92nd anniversary of the Indian Air Force (IAF) at the Air Force Station, Tambaram in Chennai, Tamil Nadu on October 8, 2024.
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October 7, 2024
DefConnect 4.0: Defence Minister launches ADITI 2.0 challenges & DISC 12 to foster innovation, entrepreneurship & 'Aatmanirbharta' in defenceDefence Minister Rajnath Singh launched the second edition of Acing Development of Innovative Technologies with iDEX (ADITI 2.0) challenges and the 12th edition of Defence India Start-up Challenges (DISC 12) during DefConnect 4.0 at Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt. on October 7, 2024.
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October 6, 2024
IAF Pilots Paint Chennai Skies Blue During its 92nd Anniversary CelebrationsAs the Indian Air Force approaches its 92nd Anniversary on October 6, 2024, a breathtaking air show captivated an audience which turned up in large numbers and is likely to cross an estimate figure of 15 lakhs at one of the world's longest beaches, Marina Beach, Chennai.
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October 4, 2024
India's vision for Indo-Pacific is based on fostering partnerships through sustainable development, economic growth & mutual security: Defence Minister at Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue 2024“India’s vision for the Indo-Pacific is based on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s idea of SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) as we believe in fostering...
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October 4, 2024
Government is committed to make defence industry export-oriented with India as a global manufacturing hub, says Defence Minister at 7th annual session of SIDMExhorts the industry to reduce import to export ratio with a target-oriented approach
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October 1, 2024
Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin becomes first woman to take over as DG, Armed Forces Medical ServicesSurgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin, on October 1, 2024, became the first woman officer to take over as the Director General, Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS). The DGAFMS is directly responsible to the Ministry of Defence for overall medical policy matters which relate to the Armed Forces.
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September 30, 2024
Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh takes over as the Chief of the Air StaffAir Chief Marshal A.P. Singh took over as Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) at a ceremony at Air Headquarters (Vayu Bhawan) on September 30, 2024.
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September 25, 2024
DRDO & IIT Delhi develop ABHED Light Weight Bullet Proof JacketsDefence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), along with researchers of Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has developed Light Weight Bullet Proof Jackets named ABHED (Advanced Ballistics for High Energy Defeat).
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September 25, 2024
Dassault Aviation has decided to create a company dedicated to its military MRO activitiesDassault Aviation has decided to create a company dedicated exclusively to maintenance, repair and overall (MRO) of its military activities.
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September 21, 2024
Vice Chief of the Air Staff Air Marshal Amar Preet Singh appointed as next Chief of the Air StaffThe Government has appointed Air Marshal Amar Preet Singh, PVSM, AVSM, presently serving as Vice Chief of the Air Staff, as the next Chief of the Air Staff, in the rank of Air Chief Marshal, with effect from the afternoon of September 30, 2024.
