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DEFENCE - December 2018

Dec 2018

Apr 07, 2024

Enhancing Air Defence Capabilities: Indian Army Inducts Akashteer System

The Indian Army commenced the induction of the indigenous Akashteer system, marking a significant advancement in its air defence capabilities. This automated air defence control and reporting system, developed by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), aims to integrate the army's air defence units for enhanced operational efficiency.
The induction of Akashteer aligns with the Indian Army's "Year of Tech Absorption," reflecting a crucial milestone in its path towards transformation. This system not only meets current requirements but also addresses futuristic needs for complex air defence operations.
Akashteer's deployment will enable the army to monitor low-level airspace over battle areas effectively. By controlling ground-based air defence weapon systems, it enhances operational efficiency, swift engagement of hostile targets, and reduces the risk of fratricide while ensuring the safety of friendly aircraft in contested airspace.

India's First Homegrown Stealth Frigate Coming 2025

A major step towards self-reliance in India's defence sector is on the horizon, as Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) prepares to deliver the first of its indigenously built Project-17 Alpha (P-17A) stealth frigates. Named 'Mahendragiri', this advanced warship is expected to join the Indian Navy's fleet by August 2025.
Packed with cutting-edge features like advanced weapons, sensors, an action information system, and an integrated platform management system, the P-17A frigates surpass their predecessors, the Project 17 (Shivalik Class) frigates, in stealth, weaponry, and sensor technology.

Apr 06, 2024

DRDO Initiates Project for Test Centre in West Bengal

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) commenced a project in Junput village, West Bengal, to establish a test centre for the country's weapon systems. This initiative aims to address the saturation of testing activities at Odisha's Chandipur Integrated Test Range (ITR) by providing an additional operational area.
Junput, akin to Chandipur, situated by the Bay of Bengal, has been chosen for its strategic location. The site, covering 8.73 acres near Digha, aims to facilitate timely trials of weapon systems, considering the significance of such evaluations in defence and security domains.
The proposed test centre in Junput has received approvals from both the central and state governments, including the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. Emphasizing safety and environmental consciousness, DRDO ensures adherence to safety norms and minimal disruption to local communities during tests.

Apr 05, 2024

Ajit Doval, Russian NSA Discuss Strengthening of Anti-terror Cooperation

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met with his Russian counterpart Nikolay Patrushev and discussed measures to strengthen counter-terror cooperation. A special focus will be on the Afg-Pak and Eurasian region in the backdrop of the recent terror strike in the Moscow region that killed 144 people.
The two NSAs, who met at the sidelines of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation in Kazakhstan, discussed countering terrorism both bilaterally and in multilateral formats, and emphasised on regular exchange of information about terrorist and extremist elements.

Apr 04, 2024

Coastal Security Exercise 'Sagar Kavach' Conducted Off Lakshadweep Islands

A two-day exercise 'Sagar Kavach' involving all maritime security agencies of the country was conducted off the Lakshadweep Islands from April 1-2. During the exercise, validation of the effectiveness of coastal security mechanisms while dealing with asymmetric threats emanating from the sea was undertaken.
Assets of the Indian Navy, Coast Guard, Marine Police, fisheries, customs and other security agencies were engaged in the coastal security exercise -- Sagar Kavach.

Apr 03, 2024

IAF's 10-day Mega Exercise 'Gagan Shakti'

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is showcasing its might and capability to carry out high-octane operations in 'Gagan Shakti-2024'exercise at the Pokhran Field Firing Range in Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan in a realistic environment from April 1-10. The exercise involves all air force bases and assets scattered across the country.
'Gagan Shakti' was last held in 2018, when the IAF clocked more than 11,000 sorties during the two-phase air manoeuvres. The previous edition saw the concentration of the force's deployed assets move from the western sector to the eastern front in less than 48 hours. It sought to test the IAF's readiness for a two-front war with China and Pakistan. The IAF practiced every manoeuvre, including deep strikes, air dominance, maritime operations, and air defence, to prepare for a short and intense war.

Lt Gen JS Sidana is New Director General of EME

Lieutenant General J. S. Sidana took over as the 33rd Director General of the Department of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers (DGEME) and Senior Colonel Commandant of the EME Corps.
During his 38-year career, Lt Gen Sidana has held many important regimental, command, instructional, and staff appointments. Before his current role, he served as the Commandant of the Military College of EME for two years. Lt Gen Sidana has been the Master General of EME at Headquarters Central Command. He has also commanded an Army Base Workshop and the EME Centre.
An alumnus of the National Defense Academy and Indian Military Academy, Lt Gen Sidana was commissioned into the EME Corps in 1985. He holds a Master of Management Studies from Osmania University, an M.Tech from IIT Kanpur, and an M.Phil from Panjab University.

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