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Oct 24, 2024

Swavlamban 2024: Advancing Naval Innovation and Indigenisation

The Curtain Raiser Press Conference for Swavlamban 2024, the third edition of the Indian Navy's Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Organisation (NIIO) Seminar, took place in New Delhi on October 22, 2024. Chaired by Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, Vice Chief of Naval Staff (VCNS), the event highlighted the Navy's commitment to showcasing significant advancements in innovation and indigenisation aimed at bolstering India's defense capabilities. Scheduled for October 28-29, 2024, at Bharat Mandapam, Swavlamban 2024 promises to be a larger and more impactful gathering.
The VCNS elaborated on the Navy's ongoing efforts toward achieving Aatmanirbharta (self-reliance) in defense technologies, marking a significant evolution from previous initiatives. This year's seminar will include a range of activities such as the unveiling of challenges, discussions on niche technologies, and the release of the Swavlamban 3.0 Document.
Theme: The event revolves around the theme "Strength and Power through Innovation and Indigenisation," reflecting the Navy's dedication to fostering innovation to tackle modern warfare challenges.
Activities Planned: Swavlamban 2024 will feature a variety of activities, including the unveiling of challenges, the release of the Swavlamban 3.0 Document, domain-specific discussions on niche technologies, funding for the innovation ecosystem, and recognition of innovators.

Oct 23, 2024

India Launches Fourth Nuclear Powered Submarine S4 (Star)

India's fourth nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), referred to as S4 (Star), was launched into water at the Ship Building Centre in Visakhapatnam. This submarine is bigger and more capable than the first, INS Arihant (S2), which is essentially a technology demonstrator developed under the Advanced Technology Vessel programme.

Reliance Infra to Invest Rs. 10,000 crore in India's Largest Greenfield Defence Project in Mahara...

Anil Ambani led Reliance Infrastructure announced the setting up of India's largest Integrated project for the manufacturing of explosives, ammunition and small arms in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra. The company will invest over Rs. 10,000 crore over the next 10 years.
Reliance Infrastructure has been allotted 1000 acres of Land in Watad Industrial Area of Ratnagiri, Maharashtra to develop Dhirubhai Ambani Defence City (DADC).
DADC will be the largest Greenfield project in the Defence Sector in India by any Private Sector company.
Reliance Infrastructure's wholly owned subsidiaries Jai Armaments Limited and Reliance Defence Limited already have license from the government of India for the manufacturing of arms and ammunition.

Oct 22, 2024

India and China Agree on Patrolling Arrangement along Disputed Ladakh Border

India and China reached an agreement on a patrolling arrangement along their contested Himalayan border, marking a step toward easing tensions that escalated in 2020. Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri shared this development, signaling progress in disengagement efforts between the two nations.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) emphasised that the two sides are committed to maintaining peace along the LAC. The restoration of peace and tranquility, along with respect for the LAC, remains the foundation for normalising bilateral relations.

Sixth India-Singapore Defence Ministers' Dialogue

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his Singaporean counterpart Ng Eng Hen held a key dialogue aiming to bolster defence cooperation between the two countries.
The ministers co-chaired the sixth India-Singapore Defence Ministers' Dialogue in New Delhi.
Both sides exchanged views on regional and global issues of shared interest.
India and Singapore share a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The bilateral defence relations form a significant pillar to this collaboration.
The engagements have diversified to include wide-ranging contacts between the Services, military-to-military exchanges, high-level visits, capacity building and training programmes, cooperation in UN Peacekeeping, ship visits and bilateral exercises.

Oct 21, 2024

India, Oman Joint Naval Exercise 'Naseem Al Bahr' off Goa' Coast Concludes

Indian Navy and the Royal Navy of Oman concluded their bilateral naval exercise, 'Naseem Al Bahr' off the coast of Goa.
As per reports, the exercise was conducted in two phases, with the harbour phase that lasted from October 13 to October 15, which was followed by the sea phase which was conducted from October 16 to October 18.
As part of harbour activities, personnel from both Navies engaged in professional interactions, including Subject Matter Expert Exchanges and planning conferences. In addition to this, sports fixtures and social engagements were also held.
During the sea phase of the exercise, ships carried out various evolutions, including gun firings at surface inflatable targets, close-range anti-aircraft firings, manoeuvres, and Replenishment at Sea Approaches (RASAPS).

Switzerland Joins European Air Defence Initiative Sky Shield

Switzerland joined a German-led effort aimed at bolstering Europe's defence against air strikes, as the traditionally neutral country continues to recalibrate its policy after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Armament Chief Urs Loher signed a declaration to join the European Sky Shield Initiative (ESSI). The project involves countries jointly procuring air- and missile-defence systems and is designed to increase cost efficiency and flexibility.
Germany launched ESSI in 2022 with the aim of making the continent less vulnerable to air strikes at a time of increasing geopolitical tension. Some 21 nations, including the UK and Turkey, have signed up.

Oct 19, 2024

Army's Sudarshan Chakra Corps Conduct 'Swavlamban Shakti' Exercise

With the aim of enhancing combat capabilities through the integration of niche and emerging technologies, the Army's Sudarshan Chakra Corps of Southern Command is conducting 'Exercise Swavlamban Shakti' at Babina Field Firing Ranges near Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh. The exercise will conclude on October 22. The XXI Corps or Sudarshan Chakra Corps, a strike corps of the army, is headquartered in Bhopal. The exercise that aims to integrate New Technology Equipment (NTEs) into the Army's offensive strategies, ensuring readiness for future warfare scenarios, started in the presence of Lt Gen Prit Pal Singh, General Officer Commanding of Sudarshan Chakra Corps.

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