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DEFENCE - January 2019

Jan 2019

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.

Jun 08, 2022

In a First, ITBP Introduces Heli-borne Operations for Women Personnel

The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP) introduced heli-borne slithering operations for its women personnel under commando training. The first such batch demonstrated their newly-acquired skill at the force's Basic Training Center (BTC) in Bhanu near Chandigarh.
Slithering is tactic used for rapid induction and deployment of troops during operations in remote areas or difficult terrain by means of sliding down a rope fixed to a helicopter hovering several meters above the ground.
"This is for the first time that women personnel were trained in slithering operations as part of their pre-promotion course.

Govt. Amends Rules of Defence Forces for Appointment of Next CDS

The Ministry of Defence issued gazette notifications to amend regulations of three defence forces – Army, Navy and Air Force -- related to the appointment of the Chief of Defence Staff, a post that remains vacant since the death of General Bipin Rawat in a helicopter crash in December in 2021.
According to the notification issued for the Air Force, the government may consider an officer who is serving as Air Marshal or Air Chief Marshal or an officer who has retired in the similar ranks but has not attained the age of 62 years on the date of appointment. It said the considerations would be made "if considered necessary, in public interest."

Jun 07, 2022

India, Bangladesh Hold Joint Military Exercise 'Ex SAMPRITI-X' as Part of Bilateral Defence Coope...

India-Bangladesh bilateral defence cooperation, a joint military training exercise Ex SAMPRITI-X is being conducted at Jashore Military Station in Bangladesh from 05 June to 16 June 2022. The aim of the exercise is to strengthen interoperability between the two armies and to understand each other's tactical drills and operational techniques. The Indian contingent of company strength is being represented by a Battalion of the DOGRA Regiment and the contingent reached by road for the exercise location.
Exercise Sampriti is an important bilateral defence cooperation endeavour conducted alternately by both countries which aims to strengthen and widen the aspects of interoperability and cooperation between both the armies.

India Successfully Tests Agni-IV Missile

India successfully carried out a night launch of the nuclear-capable Agni-4 ballistic missile from the APJ Abdul Kalam Island in Odisha, marking a significant boost to the country's military capabilities. The missile has a range of around 4,000 kilometres, and it is largely seen as part of India's deterrence against China. The launch validated all operational parameters as also the reliability of the system.
The test launch of the missile came amid India's lingering border row with China in eastern Ladakh. India has been steadily enhancing its overall military might over the last couple of years. It has carried out successful tests of a number of missiles during the period.

Jun 06, 2022

INS Nishank, INS Akshay Decommissioned after 32 Years in Service

Indian Naval Ships (INS)-'Nishank' and 'Akshay' were decommissioned after rendering 32 years of glorious service to the nation. The ceremony was conducted at Naval Dockyard in Mumbai wherein the National Flag, Naval Ensign and Decommissioning Pennant of the two ships were lowered for the last time at sunset.
INS Nishank and INS Akshay were constructed and commissioned at Poti Shipyard in present-day Georgia. They were in active naval service for more than 32 years and participated in a number of naval operations including Operation Talwar during the Kargil War and Operation Parakram that was launched consequent to the Parliament attack in 2001.

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