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Jan 2021

Oct 17, 2021

17th Edition of Indo-US Joint Military Exercise "Ex Yudh Abhyas 2021

The 17th edition of the Joint Military Training Exercise "Ex Yudh Abhyas 2021" between the Indian Army and the United States Army, kicked off on October 15 at Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson, Alaska in USA. The Indian contingent comprised of 350 personnel of an Infantry Battalion Group.
The exercise enhanced understanding, cooperation and interoperability between the two Armies. The previous version of the exercise was held at Mahajan Field Firing Ranges in Bikaner, Rajasthan in February 2021.

The 7 New Companies Inaugurated by PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated to the nation seven new defence public sector undertakings (DPSUs), carved out of the erstwhile Ordnance Factory Board (OFB), which was dissolved on October 1, in line with a decision taken by the Union cabinet in June this year. The launch of these companies took place on a day when the country is celebrating the festival of Dussehra.
The seven new companies are: Advanced Weapons and Equipment India, Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited, Gliders India Limited, India Optel Limited, Munitions India Limited, Troop Comforts Limited and Yantra India Limited.

Oct 16, 2021

Japan Launches Second Taigei-class Submarine, 'Hakugei'

Japan launched the second of a new class of diesel-electric submarines exactly one year to the day that the lead boat of the lithium-ion powered series took to the water.
The new submarine, named the 'Hakugei', or 'White Whale', was launched at Kawasaki Heavy Industries shipyard in the city of Kobe. The submarine will now undergo final construction and sea trials before commissioning into the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force or JMSDF, which is planned for March 2023.

Oct 15, 2021

Greece, U.S. Renew Defence Deal to Boost Cooperation

The United States and Greece signed an agreement renewing their long-standing defence cooperation, a move Secretary of State Antony Blinken said would allow the NATO allies to advance security in the Eastern Mediterranean region and beyond.
Known as the U.S.-Greece Mutual Defense Cooperation Agreement, the MDCA has allowed U.S. forces to train and operate within Greek territory since 1990.
The two countries, which have strong political and economic ties, renewed their agreement for five years with an understanding that from then onward, it would remain in place indefinitely unless one of the parties chooses to withdraw.

China, Russia Launch Joint Naval Drills in Russian Far East

China and Russia are holding joint naval drills off the Russian Far East in the latest sign of their growing political and military alignment.
The exercises Joint Sea 2021 kicked off with a ceremony in Russia's Peter the Great Gulf.
As per reports, the drills encompassed communications, anti-mine, anti-air and anti-submarine operations, joint maneuvering and firing on seaborne targets.
While such exercises have been held before, the reports said that this is the first time China has sent anti-submarine warfare planes and destroyers of more than 10,000 tons in displacement for exercises abroad.

Oct 14, 2021

Centre Extends BSF Jurisdiction

The Centre issued a notification increasing the jurisdiction of the Border Security Force (BSF) to give its officers the powers of arrest, search and seizure to the extent of 50 kilometres from the borders inside the bordering states of Punjab, West Bengal, Assam, and Tripura.
According to an official notification, which has been issued by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), BSF is now authorised to take action under CrPC, Passport Act and Passport (Entry to India) Act.

In a first, Assam Rifles Launches Skill Development Centre in Manipur

IG Assam Rifle (South) inaugurated first of its kind Skill Development Centre.
The historic step was taken by Assam Rifles to empower SoO (Suspension of Operations) carders with the launch of first of its kind skill development centre at SOO camp in Churachandpur district, Manipur.
This is a historic step was taken by Assam Rifles to bring SoO cadres into the mainstream by empowering them.
IGAR (South) coordinated with Zomi Revolutionary Organisation (ZRO) officials, Humanism foundation and NSDC to provide assistance in arranging equipment and Skill development training.
The training will be organised in multiple phases of 30 days each.

Oct 13, 2021

Velyat: Iran's Annual Air Defence Drill

Iran started a massive, two-day air defence drill in its sprawling central desert.
In the annual manoeuvres called Velyat, both the army and the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard were taking part earlier.
Now, elite air force, air defense units and the Guard's airspace division participated in the drill.
Iran regularly holds such drills in order to assess the troops' combat reading readiness and demonstrate its military capabilities.

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