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DEFENCE - October 2019

Oct 2019

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.

Feb 07, 2020

Navy to Get Third Scorpene Submarine in December

According to Nicolas de La Villemarque, Vice President India, Asia and Pacific of Naval Group, the third Scorpene submarine, Karanj, will be delivered to the Indian Navy by December 2020 and all six submarine deliveries would be completed by 2022.
Karanj was launched into water in January 2018 and is currently in advanced stages of sea trials. The first Scorpene, Kulvari, was commissioned in 2018 and it would go for a normal refit after six years in 2023. The second Scorpene Khanderi was inducted in September 2019.

Feb 06, 2020

India-Bangladesh Joint Military Exercise SAMPRITI-IX

It is the ninth edition of India-Bangladesh joint military exercise Sampriti. The exercise commenced at Umroi, Meghalaya in February 2020. The objective of SAMPRITI-IX is to provide basic counter-terrorism training for mountainous and jungle locations.
The purpose of this exercise is to strengthen and broaden the interoperability and cooperation between the Indian and Bangladesh's armies. Another objective of this exercise is to strengthen and expand the aspects of mutual cooperation between both armies.

Andhra Pradesh Sets up Disha Police Station for Rape and POCSO Cases

After enacting the 'Disha Act,' the Andhra Pradesh government shows its steely resolve by launching "Disha Police Stations'' across the state to especially deal with rape and POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offence) cases on priority. On February 7, 2020 the first `Disha Police Station' will come to operate in Rajamahendravaram, also known as Rajamundry, at East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh.
As many as 18 Disha Police Stations will be established across 13 districts of the state, in a phased manner.
The Police Station at Rajamahendravaram is built on 4000 sq ft and is spread across two floors. The police station has a big waiting hall, counselling hall, feeding room for mothers and every such police station will be under the supervision of two DSP (Deputy Superintendent of Police) rank officials, apart from five inspectors, 18 constables, two data entry operators, one cyber expert.

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