INS Sumedha Participates In ‘Exercise BRIGHT STAR-23’ In Egypt

In a development highlighting India’s growing presence on the global military stage, the Indian Navy’s INS Sumedha arrived at Port Alexandria, Egypt, on September 6, to partake in ‘Exercise BRIGHT STAR-23.’The Indian Navy’s INS Sumedha has arrived in Egypt to participate in ‘Exercise BRIGHT STAR-23’, the largest joint military exercise ever held in the Middle East and North Africa region. The

September 8, 2023
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India Now Developing Own Defence Production Technologies: Ex-Defence Secretary

Former defence secretary Ajay Kumar on Tuesday said India is now developing its own defence production technologies independent of foreign OEMs. He said earlier domestic companies mostly relied on licensed technology transfer from foreign OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturer) for producing certain goods."Foreign OEMs put a lot of restrictions on the production process, limiting the units

September 5, 2023
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After G20, Other Big Deals Between India And Argentina On The Anvil, TEJAS Deal Will Also Get Approval: Argentine Media

Image © Praneeth Franklin          Buenos Aires: Relations between India and Argentina have been established for the last seven decades. These relations can become stronger in the next few days. Argentina, which is negotiating the acquisition of TEJAS fighters from India, has also stepped up cooperation in strategic sectors like defence, mining, nuclear and lithium. Argentine President Alberto

September 5, 2023
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PM Modi, US Multinational Technology Company Nvidia CEO Discuss India’s Rich Potential In Artificial Intelligence

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held a meeting with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. PM Modi and Huang spoke at length regarding the rich potential India offers in the artificial intelligence sector.In a post shared on X, formerly known as Twitter, PM Modi noted that Jensen Huang appreciated strides made by India in the artificial intelligence sector.PM Modi in a post on X wrote, "Had

September 5, 2023
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India’s Military Base At Agaléga Islands Almost Complete

Military infrastructure under development on Agalega IslandIndia is building military infrastructure on Mauritius’ Agaléga  Island to increase its presence in the western Indian Ocean to confront China’s expansionism in the region. However, Pakistan has limited or no presence in the regionOver the last few years, a 10,000-foot runway, hangars and a jetty have been constructed on the island, which

September 4, 2023
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Israel’s IAI To Tap Opportunities In India’s Short-Range Air Defence Systems

INS Anvesh with its four ship launch systemsSigned an MoU with India’s BEL that will leverage both companies’ capabilities and operate in synch with the government’s “Made in India” policyIsrael Aerospace Industries and India’s Navratna Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) have inked an MoU for cooperation in addressing India’s requirements in the domain of Short Range Air Defence

September 4, 2023
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INS Delhi Departs Sri Lanka, Concludes Two-Day Visit

New Delhi: Indian Naval Ship INS Delhi departed Colombo, Sri Lanka on Sunday after completing a two-day visit to the port city.During their stay in the harbour, several interactions were held between the ship’s crew and Sri Lankan Navy (SLN) personnel, the Ministry of Defence said in an official release."Several interactions including cross-training of personnel in various topics of mutual

September 3, 2023
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Egyptian Jet Gets Refuelled Midair By Indian Airforce Aircraft During Exercise BRIGHT STAR-23

Cairo: Indian Air Force (IAF) IL-78 air-to-air refuelling aircraft refuelled aircraft from the Egyptian Air Force during Exercise BRIGHT STAR-23, informed Indian Air Force on Sunday.Taking to X, (formerly Twitter), IAF said, “Showcasing the bonds of friendship in the skies over Egypt during Exercise Bright Star, where the Indian Air Force IL-78 air-to-air refuelling aircraft refuelled aircraft

September 3, 2023
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s Visit To Sri Lanka Deferred At Last Minute

The scheduled visit of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to Sri Lanka tomorrow was deferred at the last minute, the Indian High Commission in Colombo said.The Minister was due to arrive tomorrow in Colombo on a two-day official visit with scheduled high-level engagements.Issuing a statement, India’s Ministry of Defence said: “Due to unavoidable circumstances the visit of Defence Minister Rajnath

September 2, 2023
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Indian Army, IAF Contingent With Integrated Combat Troops Arrive In Alexandria For Ex BRIGHT STAR-23

Cairo: Indian Army and Indian Air Force (IAF) contingent with Integrated Combat troops have arrived at Alexandria for Exercise Bright Star-23 on August 29. The opening ceremony was held on August 31.The Indian contingent of 550 personnel is among the largest Indian deployments for an overseas exercise, the Indian Embassy in Egypt said.Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, the Indian Embassy in

September 2, 2023
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