National Maritime Domain Awareness (NMDA) Project: The Indian Navy recently signed a contract with M/s Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Bengaluru for the implementation of National Maritime Domain Awareness (NMDA) Project. National Maritime Domain Awareness (NMDA) Project is aimed at strengthening maritime and coastal security. The project will bring in an integrated approach to data collation, […]
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System
Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System: The Indian Army is set to induct its first regiment of indigenous Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS) after successful trials, marking a major leap in artillery modernization.ATAGS is a 155mm/52 calibre long-range towed artillery gun system designed for precision firepower. Developed by defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in […]
AIR LORA
AIR LORA: The Indian Air Force (IAF) is reportedly considering the acquisition of AIR LORA, an advanced air-launched ballistic missile, to significantly bolster its long range strike capabilities. AIR LORA is an advanced air-launched ballistic missile developed by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI). It is a short-range air-to-ground missile (AGM) developed for strike missions against high-value […]
Apache AH-64E Attack Helicopter
Apache AH-64E Attack Helicopter: The Indian Army is set to receive the first batch of long-awaited Apache AH-64E attack helicopters from the US soon. Apache AH-64E Attack Helicopter is the world’s most advanced multi-role combat helicopter. It is widely used for advanced reconnaissance, precision strikes, and close air support missions globally. Country of Origin: United […]
INS Udaygiri
INS Udaygiri: Yard 12652 (Udaygiri) being built at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDSL), was delivered to the Indian Navy.INS Udaygiri is the second among the seven Project 17A (P-17A) frigates under construction at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDSL) in Mumbai and Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers in Kolkata.The Project is a follow-on of the Shivalik […]
Reliance Infra and Coastal Mechanics Launch Defence MRO Hub in Maharashtra
Reliance Infra and Coastal Mechanics Launch Defence MRO Hub in Maharashtra: Reliance Defence, a subsidiary of Reliance Infrastructure, has partnered with U.S.-based defence contractor Coastal Mechanics Inc. (CMI) to establish a cutting-edge Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Maharashtra. The joint venture will focus on upgrading air and land defence platforms for the Indian […]
India’s Refusal to Sign SCO Draft Statement
India’s Refusal to Sign SCO Draft Statement: Defence Minister refused to endorse the SCO joint statement during the Qingdao meet, objecting to the omission of India-specific terror concerns.The SCO is a Eurasian intergovernmental organisation focused on political, economic, security, and defence cooperation, particularly in Central and South Asia.Established in: Formally founded on 15 June 2001, […]
K-6 Missile
K-6 Missile: In a major boost to its strategic deterrence and naval capabilities, India is developing the K-6 hypersonic submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM). K-6 Missile is a nuclear-capable submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM). It is under development at DRDO’s Advanced Naval Systems Laboratory in Hyderabad. It is designed specifically for the advanced S-5 class SSBNs (nuclear-powered […]
DRDO Offers 28 Indigenous Weapons for Emergency Procurement by Armed Forces
DRDO Offers 28 Indigenous Weapons for Emergency Procurement by Armed Forces: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has offered 28 indigenously developed weapon systems to the Indian armed forces under the emergency procurement clause. This strategic move comes in the wake of the ongoing Operation Sindoor, ensuring that the Army, Navy, and Air Force […]
Tomahawk Missile
Tomahawk Missile: The US has entered Israel’s war with Iran, launching precision strikes on Tehran’s key nuclear facilities using Tomahawk cruise missiles and GBU-57 bunker busters. Tomahawk Missile is a long-range, subsonic cruise missile developed by the United States Navy. It is launched from ships or submarines through a Vertical Launch System and used for […]
