Chinese Destroyer on Long-distance Exercises in Sea of Japan
One of China's largest and most capable combat ships is conducting long-distance exercises in the Sea of Japan, in a display of China's increasing naval reach.
The mission was the first for the Type 055 destroyer Lhasa since its commissioning in 2021.
It is accompanied by the Luyang-class Type 052D destroyer Chengdu and the Type 903 oiler Dongpinghu. The Sea of Japan lies to the north of China between the Japanese archipelago, Sakhalin Island, the Korean Peninsula and the Russian Far East mainland.
China's navy has been building ships at a furious pace and now boasts the largest naval force in the world by number of hulls.
Jun 16, 2022
Indian Army-IAF Carry Out Aerial Insertion, Water Parachute Jumps Exercise in Himachal
The special forces of the Indian Army and Air Force jointly validated the aerial insertion and deployment of special forces operatives through water parachute jumps as a part of an ongoing two-day exercise in Himachal Pradesh (HP). In the exercise at Gobind Sagar Reservoir in HP, the joint forces practised aerial insertion and the capability to land on water for rapid response in hostile territory. Furthermore, the joint operation fine-tuned the specific drills and procedures to enhance their skills in various conflict scenarios and terrains.
Short-range Ballistic Missile Prithvi-II Successfully Tested from Odisha
India successfully carried out the night launch of Prithvi-II short range ballistic missile from an integrated test range in Odisha.
The test validated all operational and technical parameters of the missile.
The missile is a proven system and is capable of striking targets with a very high degree of precision.
Jun 15, 2022
38th India-Indonesia Coordinated Patrol Conducted in Andaman Sea
The 38th India-Indonesia Coordinated Patrol (IND-INDO CORPAT) between the Indian Navy Units of Andaman & Nicobar Command (ANC) and Indonesian Navy was conducted in the Andaman Sea and Straits of Malacca. The 38th CORPAT is the first post pandemic Coordinated Patrol (CORPAT) between the two countries.
The two Navies have been carrying out CORPAT along their International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) since 2002. This has helped build understanding and interoperability between both the Navies and has facilitated measures to prevent and suppress Illegal Unreported Unregulated (IUU) fishing, drug trafficking, maritime terrorism, armed robbery and piracy, etc. The IND-INDO CORPAT contributes towards forging strong bonds of friendship across the Andaman Sea and Straits of Malacca.
Jun 10, 2022
India Hands over 12 High-speed Guard Boats to Vietnam
India formally handed over the 12 high-speed guard boats constructed under the government of India's $100 million defence Line of Credit (LoC) to Vietnam at a ceremony at Hong Ha Shipyard during the visit of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to the South East Asian nation.
The speed boats will be operated by the Vietnamese Border Guard Force. The deal was executed by Larsen & Tourbo and of the 12 boats, five were built in India while the remaining were built in Vietnam with assistance from L&T.
Hanoi has procured the 12 high-speed patrol boats for the Vietnamese border guard force under the LoC extended in September 2014. In 2016, India has extended another $500 million defence LoC to Vietnam and discussions are under way to identify the equipment. During the bilateral talks, the two Defence Ministers had agreed for "early finalisation" of the second LoC.
Jun 09, 2022
Defence Minister Increases Funding for the DRDO's TDF Scheme
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh authorised an increase in financing for MSMEs and start-ups under the Ministry of Defence's Technology Development Fund (TDF) plan. The initiative, which encourages the development of indigenous components, products, systems, and technologies, will now have a maximum project value of Rs. 50 crore, up from Rs. 10 crore previously. The increased funding is in accordance with the budget announcement and will help the government achieve its goal of self-reliance in the defence sector, according to the defence ministry.
According to the scheme's provisions, the financial assistance is delivered in the form of grants-in-aid to the industry. Projects with a cost of up to Rs. 50 crore will now be evaluated for funding, but only up to 90% of the total project cost would be funded. The project is also confined to the creation of technologies or prototypes of products that may be used by the military, with a typical development duration of two years, according to the strategy.
Ex Khaan Quest 2022 Peacekeeping Exercise
Ex Khaan Quest 2022 a multinational peacekeeping exercise commenced in Mongolia. It will continue for 14 days. The exercise features participation of military contingents from 16 countries, including India. It was inaugurated by President of Mongolia, Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh. Indian Army is being represented by contingent from the Ladakh Scouts.
The Ex Khaan-Quest 2022 aims to enhance interoperability, build military to military relationships, military readiness and develop peace support operations among participating nations. This exercise will enhance the level of defence co-operation between these countries. It is a multinational peacekeeping operations exercise. It comprises of a United Nations Peacekeeping Mission command post exercise, which is a UN Peacekeeping Operation Mission field training exercise. This exercise has been designed for improving peacekeeping capabilities, enhancing core UN doctrine Peace Keeping Operation capabilities of participating countries, and strengthening military-to-military relationships.
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