Defence Preparedness

Towards Creating Joint Theatre Commands: Indian Army To Soon Start Cross-Posting Officers To IAF, Navy

In a major step towards creating joint theatre commands, around 40 Army officers will soon be cross-posted to Indian Air Force and Navy establishmentsAccording to top officials, Major and Lieutenant Colonel level Army officers will be cross posted to IAF and Navy, with a similar number of IAF and Navy officers also expected to be posted to Army establishments for similar duties.Officer’s will be

May 30, 2023
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India’s Growing Importance in the Global Defence Sector

Indian defence and aerospace Industry eco-system is on the cusp of a transformation to rightfully claim its place among global industries. The Indian defence Industry has already undergone several structural changes in its ecosystem, with a shift from a largely import-dependent to a globally competitive Industry. The policy framework implemented by the Government over the last decade has

May 30, 2023
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IAF’s Dhruva Command Carries Out Maiden Airdrops of Warfighting Loads By AN-32 Aircraft; Moving A Step Closer To Theaterisation: Army

The Indian Army’s Northern Command on Monday, proudly announced the maiden airdrops of warfighting loads by the esteemed AN 32 aircraft of the Indian Air Force.In a resolute stride toward transforming the Indian Armed Forces, a momentous event unfolded on the horizon of military operations. With fervour and determination, the air maintenance team of Dhruva Command (Northern Command) accomplished

May 29, 2023
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‘Army Taking Strong Action Along LAC’

However, China has been showing no inclination for the same and wants to treat the current holding positions as the new status quoNew Delhi: China has been indulging in provocative acts along the LAC in Ladakh, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim but the Indian Army is also taking strong action in response.In recent years, the People’s Liberation Army of China has been carrying out provocative acts

May 29, 2023
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Integrated Rocket Force: Imperfect But A Step In The Right Direction

A DRDO Long-Range Surface-To-Air missile undergoing tests at Integrated Test Rangeby Kartik BommakantiThe Government of India’s announcement that it will establish an Integrated Rocket Force (IRF) should bring relief to those who advocated it. The IRF is expected to be a tri-service organisation. The decision to develop an IRF geared for non-contact conventional warfare was first revealed and

May 28, 2023
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India Facing `Very Complicated Challenge’ From China, Ensuring No Attempt Made To Change Status Quo In Border Areas Unilaterally: Jaishankar

Ahmedabad: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said India faces a “very complicated challenge” from China, and the Narendra Modi government has taken steps to ensure no attempts are made to change the status quo in the border areas unilaterally.This challenge was “very visible” in border areas in the last three years, Jaishankar said on Saturday, adding that both the countries have to find

May 28, 2023
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Deal To Manufacture GE F414 Engine In India For TEJAS Mk-2 To Be Cleared Ahead of PM Modi’s US Visit

India and the United States are on the brink of finalizing a multi-billion dollar agreement to manufacture fighter jet engines in the country.The long-anticipated deal is expected to be finalised during the visit of US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin to Delhi next week.Sources close to the matter have revealed that the highly significant deal is likely to be unveiled during Prime Minister

May 28, 2023
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PM Modi’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat Plan For India’s Defence Sector

India was ranked seventh in the world in terms of military spending in 2015. It rose to fourth in 2021Defence in India is a critical strategic sector, that has witnessed significant development in the last nine years. The budget sanctioned for the Indian military went up to Rs 5.45 lakh crore in the fiscal 2020-21. The country has been striving for the indigenisation of military gear, as the

May 28, 2023
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PM Modi To Highlight Acquisition of MQ-9 Reaper Drones During His Visit To The US

On President Joe Biden’s invitation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the United States on June 22. One of the primary agendas of the meeting should be to expedite the process of acquiring armed drones from the US, specifically the MQ-9 Reaper. Meanwhile, according to reports, the Indian Navy also wants to extend the lease of the two Sea Guardian drones, a variant of the Reaper, which

May 27, 2023
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China Ups Ante In Middle Sector, Beefs Up Military Infrastructure Near Lac Across Uttarakhand’s Niti Pass

New Delhi: China has now started building up pressure on India in the middle sector on the disputed border between the two countries, which is also known as the line of actual control or LAC. According to sources in the defence ministry who didn’t want to be named, China has been building new camps for troops and developing new infrastructure just across the LAC near Niti pass in

May 27, 2023
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