INDUS-X Investors Meet: The inaugural INDUS-X Investors Meet, organized by Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) and the US Department of Defence, preceded the 2+2 Indo-US Ministerial Dialogue. During the event, the INDUS-X Educational Series (Gurukul) was launched. The Gurukul initiative aims to guide innovators and startups within the defence ecosystems of both the US and […]
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Hermes 900 Starliner Drones
Hermes 900 Starliner Drones : India is set to acquire additional Israeli-made Hermes Starliner 900 drones that will enhance the Indian Army’s surveillance capabilities along its northern borders. Hermes 900 Starliner is an Israeli-made medium-altitude, long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). It is the larger variant of the Hermes 900. It has a wingspan of 17m […]
Project Kusha
Project Kusha: India is embarking on Project Kusha, a mission designed to enhance its air defence capabilities with a system rivalling the effectiveness of the renowned S-400. It includes the acquisition of three long-range Interceptor missiles with ranges of 150km, 250km, and 350km, ensuring comprehensive protection against aerial threats. These missiles have a high single-shot […]
Ohio-class Submarine
Ohio-class Submarine: A US nuclear-powered Ohio-class submarine was recently deployed in the Middle East to help prevent the Israel-Hamas war from spiralling into a broader conflict. The Ohio class is a class of nuclear-powered submarines currently used by the United States Navy. They are the largest submarines ever built for the U.S. Navy. The US […]
Indo-Pacific Maritime Domain Awareness (IPMDA) Initiative
Indo-Pacific Maritime Domain Awareness (IPMDA) Initiative: The Indian Navy Chief Admiral said that the Indo-Pacific Maritime Domain Awareness (IPMDA) initiative is a testament to the commitment to a free, open, inclusive, and rules-based Indo-Pacific region. Indo-Pacific Maritime Domain Awareness (IPMDA) initiative was announced at the 2022 Quad Leaders’ Summit in Tokyo. It was announced to […]
Apache Attack Helicopter
Apache Attack Helicopter: The Indian Army is preparing to induct six Apache attack helicopters armed with Stinger air-to-air missiles, Hellfire Longbow air-to-ground missiles, guns, and rockets. Apache Attack Helicopter is the world’s most advanced multi-role combat helicopter. Country of Origin is United States Manufacturer by Boeing It is also known as the Apache Guardian. The […]
Bulava Ballistic Missile : Successful Test Launch
Bulava Ballistic Missile : Successful Test Launch Russia recently carried out a successful test launch of the Bulava ballistic missile, designed to carry nuclear warheads Bulava Ballistic Missile is a new Russian submarine-launched Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM). Development of this missile commenced in 1998. The first powered flight test of the Bulava missile occurred in […]
Minuteman III Missile
Minuteman III Missile: The Pentagon (the USA’s Department of Defence) announced the latest test of the Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile to “showcase” its nuclear capability. The launch of this missile will take place today at the Vandenberg Space Force Base in Southern California. The silo-launched missile will be tested without a warhead attached. The […]
Light Combat Helicopter Prachand
Light Combat Helicopter Prachand: The Indian Army’s Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) Prachand successfully carried out the inaugural firing of 70 mm rockets and 20 mm turret guns both day and night. Light Combat Helicopter Prachand is India’s first indigenous multi-role combat helicopter, developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). It is designed to meet the needs […]
Exercise KAZIND-2023
Exercise KAZIND-2023: The Indian Army and Indian Air Force contingent, comprising 120 personnel, departed to take part in the Joint Military ‘Exercise KAZIND-2023’ which will be conducted at Otar, Kazakhstan, from October 30th to November 11th, 2023. Exercise KAZIND-2023 is the 7th edition of Kazind exercise. The Joint Exercise between India and Kazakhstan was instituted […]
