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Feb 12, 2020

UK Trafalgar-class Submarine HMS Trenchant Extended in Service

A 31-year-old Trafalgar-class nuclear-powered attack submarine (SSN) is being kept in service for another year by the UK Royal Navy (RN) after construction delays prevented its replacement joining the fleet.
The extension in service of Trenchant is the latest consequence of the delays to Audacious, which was originally due to begin its sea trials in late 2018.

Feb 11, 2020

Armies of India, UK to conduct joint exercise from Feb 13 to Feb 26

With an emphasis on counter-terrorist operations in urban and semi-urban areas, the armies of India and the UK will conduct a joint military exercise at Salisbury Plains from February 13 to February 26, according to a government statement issued on Monday.
The exercise will comprise 120 soldiers each from the Indian and United Kingdom (UK) Army who would be "sharing their experiences" gained during conduct of various counter-insurgency and counter-terrorist operations in the past, the statement added.
"The fifth edition of the joint military exercise Ajeya Warrior-2020 between India and United Kingdom will be conducted at Salisbury Plains, United Kingdom, from February 13 to February 26, 2020," it stated.
The aim of the exercise is to conduct joint training with emphasis on counter-terrorist operations in urban and semi-urban areas, according the statement. "Training on modern weapon systems, equipment and simulator training have also been planned," it mentioned.
The Ajeya Warrior exercise is conducted alternately in the UK and India.

Cheapest gunshot locator developed in India

The Army's College of Military Engineering has developed a gunshot locator jointly with a private firm that costs much cheaper than the imported ones.
The device named 'Parth' costs around Rs three lakhs, and if inducted, would replace a similar imported item which costs around Rs 65 lakh.
The device can locate the exact location of a bullet from a distance of 400 m and will help to locate and neutralize terrorist faster.
Major Anoop Mishra showcased the indigenous 'Parth' gun shot locator device at DefExpo 2020.
Incidentally, Major Mishra, who had developed a bulletproof jacket for protection against sniper bullets, has developed a helmet which is claimed to be first such in the world that can stop an AK-47 bullet round from a distance of 10 meters.

Feb 10, 2020

Bharat Electronics and Tech Mahindra Collaborate to Build Digital Aerospace & Defence Products

State-owned Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and software provider, Tech Mahindra announced a partnership to design and build digital solutions for aerospace and defense applications. The companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at DefExpo India 2020, Lucknow, to jointly develop solutions in the field of defence products and systems for the armed forces with the use of latest technologies in Aerospace and Defence (A&D) Engineering Services, 5G and cyber security.

Russia to Deliver two Project 11356 Frigates to India in First Half of 2024

India will get two Project 11356 frigates under construction at the Yantar Shipyard on the Baltic coast by the end of the first half of 2024, Russia's Federal Service for Technical and Military Cooperation told TASS at the DefExpo international arms show in India on Thursday. "In accordance with the existing work schedule agreed by the sides, the Project 11356 frigates under construction at the Yantar Shipyard in Kaliningrad are due to be delivered to the Indian Navy by the end of the first half of 2024.

Iran Unveils New Missile Tech

Iran's Revolutionary Guard unveiled a new ballistic missile, amid heightened tensions with the United States.
Iran routinely unveils what it describes as technological advances for its armed forces ahead of the February anniversary of its 1979 Islamic Revolution. The missile, called Raad-500, or thunder, had half the weight of a similar ballistic missile, Fateh-110, but had 200 kilometres more range. The fourth generation of Fateh-110 has 300 km range.
The Guard also unveiled a new missile engine that uses solid fuel and a satellite carrier that has "movable nozzle technology". The technology increases a missile's accuracy in hitting targets.

Feb 09, 2020

HAL Signs MoU with Israeli Firm to Make, Sell Drones

To manufacture and sell drones, Indian state-owned aerospace and defence company Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bengaluru based Dynamatic Technologies Limited (DTL) and Israel Aerospace Industries Limited (IAI) at DefExpo 2020.
The collaboration will provide an excellent opportunity to HAL to expand its product offerings to defence customers, absorb critical technologies and strengthen the aerospace ecosystem in the country, especially for UAVs.

Ready to Partner India, Transfer Technology of Jet Engine: Safran

Leading French engine manufacturer Safran said that it is ready to transfer the full technology for jet engines that can power next generation fighter jets and has initiated talks on the matter as it is committed to staying in India for the long term. The offer gains significance as India has embarked on an ambitious plan to develop an advanced multirole fighter jet, with the Air Force insisting that it should be powered with an indigenous engine and home developed weapon systems.
The French manufacturer is already a partner in major Indian space projects and helicopter engines, besides being a significant supplier of systems for the Rafale fighter jets ordered for the Air Force.

Feb 08, 2020

India Working on 'Pranash' Ballistic Missile

India is working on a new tactical ballistic missile capable of striking targets at a range of 200 km. The surface-to-surface missile, being developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation, has been named 'Pranash'.

Israel Completes Spike Missiles Supply to India

Israel completed the supply of the Spike Long Range (LR) Anti Tank guided missiles (AGTM) to India within three months of the order.
India had placed an order for the missiles post-Balakot operations to strengthen its capabilities vis-a-vis Pakistan and has also started deploying them on the line of Control with Pakistan.
Over 200 of the Spike missiles and their launchers have been procured from Israel by the Indian Army to meet its emergency requirements. The missiles which are supposed to be mainly used for anti-tank operations can also be used for destroying hardened shelters or bunkers which may be hiding terrorists.

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