TSAT-1A: Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) recently announced the successful deployment in space of its sub-metre resolution optical satellite, TSAT-1A, by SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket. TSAT-1A is an optical sub-metre-resolution Earth observation satellite. It was built by Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) in collaboration with Latin American company Satellogic Inc, following a collaboration agreement between […]
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Project Akashteer
Project Akashteer: The Indian Army has initiated the induction of control and reporting systems under ‘Project Akashteer’ to bolster its air defense capabilities. Project Akashteer is a cutting-edge initiative designed to automate air defense control and reporting processes by digitizing them. It aims to deliver an unprecedented level of situational awareness and control for the […]
Strategic Forces Command
Strategic Forces Command: The new generation ballistic missile Agni-Prime was successfully flight-tested by the SFC along with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently Strategic Forces Command (SFC) sometimes called Strategic Nuclear Command, forms part of India’s Nuclear Command Authority (NCA), which is responsible for command-and-control decisions regarding India’s nuclear weapons programme. It is […]
Tri-Service Common Defense Station In Mumbai
Tri-Service Common Defense Station In Mumbai: The Armed Forces are embarking on a significant initiative to transform Mumbai into India’s inaugural tri-service common defence station, marking a crucial step towards achieving jointness among the Army, Navy, and Air Force. This strategic move aims to consolidate all facilities and resources of the three services, encompassing logistics, […]
SIPRI Data : Highlights
SIPRI Data : Highlights The latest data on international arms transfers from Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), India emerged as the leading arms importer globally during the period from 2019 to 2023. During this timeframe, India’s imports increased by 4.7% when compared to the period from 2014 to 2018. Highlights of Recent SIPRI Data: […]
Onyx Supersonic Cruise Missile
Onyx Supersonic Cruise Missile: Russia’s Onyx supersonic cruise missile, which has frequently struck Ukrainian targets, is slated to get deadlier with a new target seeker. The P-800 Onyx, a supersonic medium-range cruise missile, is designed to combat surface ship groups, as well as to destroy ground targets in conditions of strong fire and electronic countermeasures […]
Extension Of AFSPA In Arunachal Pradesh And Nagaland
Extension Of AFSPA In Arunachal Pradesh And Nagaland: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has extended the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) in certain districts of Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland for an additional six months, effective from April 1, 2024. In Arunachal Pradesh, the AFSPA has been extended for six months in the following […]
ICGS Samudra Paheredar
ICGS Samudra Paheredar: The Minister of External Affairs recently visited Indian Coast Guard ship Samudra Paheredar, which is in Manila Bay in the Philippines, as part of an overseas deployment to ASEAN countries. ICGS Samudra Paheredar is a specialised Pollution Control Vessel (PCV) of the Indian Coast Guard. It is the second PCV of India(the […]
Nausena Bhawan
Nausena Bhawan: The Union Minister for Defence inaugurated ‘Nausena Bhawan’, the first Headquarter building of the Indian Navy, in New Delhi. Previously, the Navy operated from 13 different locations, necessitating a consolidated headquarters. The major bases of the Indian Navy are located at Mumbai, Goa, Karwar, Kochi, Chennai, Visakhapatnam, Kolkata and Port Blair. The building […]
Tri Lateral Exercise
Tri Lateral Exercise: INS Tir and INS Sujata will participate in the forthcoming edition of India Mozambique Tanzania (IMT) Tri Lateral (TRILAT) Exercise. IMT Trilateral Exercise is a joint maritime exercise scheduled from 21-29 Mar 24. As part of the harbour phase scheduled from 21-24 Mar 24, Naval ships Tir and Sujata will engage with […]
