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September 9, 2024
Defence News from India
In a significant stride towards enhancing its military capabilities, India has been quietly developing a long-range surface-to-air missile system known as “Project Kusha.” This indigenous defense initiative aims to provide the country with a robust air defense system comparable to the Russian S-400 Surface-to-Air Missile (SAM) system. The development of Project Kusha is poised to
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) recently made a pivotal decision by ordering 6 new Netra MK1 Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) systems. This significant acquisition will play a crucial role in bolstering India’s air defense capabilities. This article aims to delve deep into what the Netra MK1 system is, how it contributes to India’s
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New Carrier Will Boost India’s Blue-Water Capabilities The Indian Navy has placed an order for a second Vikrant-class aircraft carrier, according to a statement released by the Ministry of Defense on September 21, 2023. The new carrier will be built by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), which also built the first Vikrant-class carrier, INS Vikrant. The
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) is planning to order 100 more Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A fighter jets in addition to the 83 aircraft that have already been ordered. The decision was made by the IAF’s top brass at a meeting on August 24, 2023. The LCA Tejas Mk1A is an upgraded version of
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully completed an 8-hour-long mission over the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) on June 8, 2023. The mission was flown by a pair of Su-30MKI fighter jets, which were supported by a refueler aircraft. The Su-30MKI is a twin-engine, multirole fighter jet that is manufactured by Russia. It is one of
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Four Rafale fighter jets of the Indian Air Force (IAF) completed a long-range mission over the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) on May 31, 2023. The mission, which lasted for over six hours, was a significant demonstration of the Rafale jets’ long-range combat capabilities. The jets took off from the Hasimara Air Force station in the
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The Indian Navy’s INS Kalvari, the first of the six Kalvari-class submarines, is set to undergo a major upgrade in mid-2024. The upgrade includes the installation of the indigenous Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) system developed by the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO). The AIP system will enable the submarine to stay submerged for longer
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The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) has recently urged the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) to speed up the indigenous fighter aircraft program. This is a significant move in India’s quest for self-reliance in the defense sector. The indigenous fighter aircraft program is known as the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) is gearing up to conduct the maiden firing of the Russian-made S-400 air missile system, according to a recent report. The S-400, considered one of the most advanced surface-to-air missile systems in the world, was procured by India from Russia in a deal signed in 2018, and its successful integration
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The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has successfully conducted a reusable launch vehicle autonomous landing mission, marking a significant milestone in the development of space technology in the country. The mission was conducted on March 31, 2023, and involved the use of an indigenously developed reusable launch vehicle (RLV), which was launched from the Satish
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