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DEFENCE - October 2020

Oct 2020

Feb 19, 2024

Eastern Naval Command Undertake Exercises over the Bay of Bengal

Eastern Naval Command of Indian Navy accorded a warm welcome to the crew of two French aircraft – Atlantique 2 Maritime Patrol Aircraft and Airbus A400 French Transport Aircraft – at INS Dega in Visakhapatnam. Their visit was a notable chapter in the ongoing collaboration between the Indian and French navies, focusing on enhancing interoperability through bilateral exercises.
Atlantique 2 is operated by French Navy's Flottille 23F. Its skilled air crew had professional interactions with Indian Navy's Dornier Squadron, INAS 311, stationed at INS Dega.
Both Indian Navy's P8I Long Range Maritime Patrol aircraft and French Atlantique 2 undertook combined exercises over the Bay of Bengal. These exercises facilitated synergy and interoperability between the two naval forces, enhancing their ability to operate seamlessly in the maritime domain.

Feb 18, 2024

Nikhil Joshi New Managing Director of Boeing Defence India

Boeing, the US-based aerospace company, announced the appointment of Nikhil Joshi as Managing Director of Boeing Defense India (BDI), in a move to strengthen the company's operations and accelerate its growth strategy for India.
Based in New Delhi, Nikhil Joshi will lead current and future programs for BDI to enhance the mission readiness and modernization of India's defence forces. Reporting to Salil Gupte, president, of Boeing India and South Asia, Nikhil Joshi will work in close collaboration with Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) and Boeing Global Services (BGS).
Nikhil Joshi has more than 25 years of aerospace and defence industry experience, including over two decades of service with the Indian armed forces in the aviation branch of the Indian Navy.

Feb 17, 2024

Defence Ministry Approves Proposal to Buy 15 Maritime Aircrafts

The Defence Ministry gave approval for a proposal to buy nine maritime surveillance aircraft for the Indian Navy and six maritime patrol aircraft for the Indian Coast Guard.
The patrol planes would be built upon the indigenously made C-295 transport aircraft and the entire project is estimated to cost around Rs. 29,000 crore.
The move will give a boost to the Centre's push for the 'Make in India' initiative in a bid to promote self-reliance in the defence sector and overall economic growth.

Feb 16, 2024

MoD Signs Contract with AWEIL for 463 Stabilised Remote Control Guns for Indian Navy & Indian Coa...

The Ministry of Defence signed a contract with Advanced Weapon Equipment India Ltd. (AWEIL), Kanpur, for the manufacturing and supply of 463 indigenously manufactured 12.7 mm Stabilised Remote Control Guns (SRCG) for the Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard. This contract, valued at Rs. 1752.13 crore, aims to enhance the capabilities of both forces to engage small targets effectively, especially in asymmetric environments, day or night.
The contract between the Ministry of Defence and AWEIL marks a significant milestone in enhancing India's defence capabilities. The procurement of 463 indigenously manufactured SRCGs will not only strengthen the Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard but also boost indigenous defence manufacturing and self-reliance.

Feb 15, 2024

Defence Ministry Signs Rs. 2,269 crore Contract with BEL for 11 Shakti EW Systems for Indian Navy

The defence ministry signed a Rs. 2,269-crore deal with state-run Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) for the procurement of 11 Shakti warfare systems, along with associated equipment. The electronic warfare system will be installed on-board the frontline warships of the Indian Navy.
The Shakti systems are capable of accurately intercepting electronic emissions and implementing counter measures in a dense electromagnetic environment.

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