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Nov 12, 2024

India's First Ever Tri-service Space Exercise Antariksha Abhyas Begins in Delhi

In a first, the tri-service exercise 'Antariksha Abhyas 2024', a three-day exercise aiming to secure India's national strategic objectives in space, was held in Delhi.
The exercise was conducted by the Defence Space Agency of Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff.
The exercise helped secure national strategic objectives in space and integrate India's space capability into military operations.
Specialist branches under Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff viz Defence Cyber Agency, Defence Intelligence Agency and Strategic Forces Command were also active participants in the exercise. Representatives from the ISRO and the DRDO also took part in this exercise.

Launch of India's First C-295 Full Motion Simulator

The country's first and only C-295 full motion simulator was launched at the Agra Air Force Station. Training related to the C-295 aircraft will be done at the Agra Air Force Station itself. It is equipped with many state-of-the-art facilities.
Central Air Command, Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit inaugurated the Indian Air Force C-295 Full Motion Simulator (FMS) facility in Agra.
This simulator enables pilots to train in a nearly realistic environment by simulating multiple missions such as tactical shift, para-dropping, para-trooping, medical evacuation and disaster relief. This facility will significantly enhance the operational capability of the C-295 fleet.

Nov 11, 2024

Modi to Attend DG-IGP Meet in Bhubaneswar

PM Narendra Modi is scheduled to attend the three-day All-India Conference of Director Generals/Inspector Generals of Police in Bhubaneswar from November 28-30 where cyber frauds, challenges posed by AI tools such as ChatGPT, latest threats of drone and counterterrorism are among the issues to be discussed.

Nov 09, 2024

India-Australia Joint Military Exercise 'AUSTRAHIND' in Pune

A joint military exercise between India and Australia began in Pune with an aim to promote cooperation through enhancement of interoperability in the conduct of joint sub-conventional operations in semi-urban environment in semi-desert terrain under the relevant chapter of the UN mandate. The third edition of 'Exercise AUSTRAHIND' is being conducted in two phases -- combat conditioning and tactical training, and validation.
The two sides will also share their best practices in tactics, techniques and procedures of conducting tactical operations during the joint exercise at the Foreign Training Node till November 21.
'Exercise AUSTRAHIND' is an annual event conducted alternatively in India and Australia. The last edition was held in Australia in December 2023.

Nov 08, 2024

India Begins 'Poorvi Prahaar' Tri-Services Drill after China Disengagement

India launched a significant tri-services military exercise, 'Poorvi Prahaar,' from November 8, aimed at strengthening military readiness across the eastern front. This 10-day exercise follows the disengagement between Indian and Chinese troops at key friction points in eastern Ladakh, including Depsang and Demchok, and underscores India's commitment to enhanced defence capabilities.

Zen Technologies Unveils World Lightest Ultralight Remote Controlled Weapon System

Zen Technologies introduced Barbarik, the world's lightest Ultralight Remote Controlled Weapon System (URCWS), a breakthrough in military technology that brings precision targeting to ground vehicles, naval vessels, and even static defensive positions. Designed to operate weapons between calibers of 5.56mm to 7.62mm, Barbarik enhances battlefield effectiveness while keeping personnel safely out of harm's way, signaling a new standard for compact, powerful remote weapon stations.
The Barbarik URCWS is an adaptable weapon platform designed for the rigors of modem combat, capable of integration on various platforms, including wheeled and tracked ground vehicles, naval vessels, and fixed positions such as rooftops. This versatility allows Barbarik to meet the diverse demands of contemporary warfare, serving as a powerful force multiplier across multiple operational theatres.

Nov 07, 2024

India, US Hold 21st Military Cooperation Meeting in Delhi

The 21st edition of India-US Military Cooperation Group (MCG) meeting was held in New Delhi.
The meeting was co-chaired from the Indian side by Lt Gen J.P. Mathew, Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (CISC) and Lt Gen Joshua M. Rudd, Deputy Commander (USINDOPACOM).
The discussions in the meeting focused on new initiatives under the ambit of existing bilateral defence cooperation mechanisms.

Indian Navy Hosts 3rd Mahasagar Summit on Maritime Security

The Indian Navy successfully conducted the third edition of the Mahasagar summit, continuing its flagship outreach initiative for maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). Held virtually under the theme, "Training Cooperation to Mitigate Common Maritime Security Challenges in the IOR," the summit brought together senior leaders from 10 countries and discussed collaborative efforts to tackle shared maritime threats. The 10 countries which participated in the event are: Bangladesh, Comoros, Kenya, Madagascar, Maldives, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, Sri Lanka and Tanzania.
Launched in 2003, Mahasagar is a bi-annual event aimed at fostering cooperation among maritime heads in the IOR. It has become an essential platform for discussing maritime security challenges, strengthening partnerships, and developing training programs to build regional capabilities. The event underscores India's commitment to the vision of "Active Security and Growth for All in the Region" (ASGAR).

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