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DEFENCE - August 2023

Aug 2023

Jul 30, 2024

India and Combodia Strenghten Dfefence Ties at Second Army to Army Staff Talks

India and Cambodia strengthened defence ties at second Army to Army Staff Talks. The second Army to Army Staff Talks (AAST) between India and Cambodia concluded successfully in Hyderabad. The five-day engagement focused on enhancing military cooperation between the two nations.

Jul 29, 2024

Quad Countries Agree to Expand Maritime Domain Awareness Initiative to Indian Ocean

The Quad agreed to expand a maritime domain awareness initiative to the Indian Ocean to bolster maritime security and counter illegal activities, and finalised a response mechanism to enhance coordination for humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR).
A meeting of the Quad Foreign Ministers in Tokyo also decided to harness digital and emerging technologies to improve food security under the AI-Engage programme and to roll out Open RAN (open radio access network) telecommunications in the Pacific Ocean archipelago of Palau.
Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the Israel-Hamas war and China's aggressive actions in the East and South China Seas figured in the discussions between external affairs minister S Jaishankar, Australian foreign minister Penny Wong, Japan's foreign minister Yoko Kamikawa and US secretary of state Antony Blinken.

INS Tabar In Saint Petersburg for Russian Navy Day Celebrations

INS Tabar, a frontline frigate of the Indian Navy, was in Saint Petersburg and participated in the 328th Russian Navy Day celebrations. The ship, part of the Indian Navy's Western Fleet based in Mumbai under the Western Naval Command, was warmly welcomed by the Russian Federation Navy (RuFN).
INS Tabar is commanded by Captain MR Harish and has a complement of 280 personnel. It is equipped with a versatile range of weapons and sensors and is one of the earliest stealth frigates in the Indian Navy.
Russian President Vladimir Putin greeted the Indian Navy personnel onboard INS Tabar, as he reviewed the Main Naval Parade on the Neva River.

Jul 26, 2024

H. S. Dhaliwal New DGP of Andaman and Nicobar Islands

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) appointed senior IPS officer H. S. Dhaliwal as the new Director General of Police of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Prior to his new role, Dhaliwal, a 1997-batch IPS officer, served as the special commissioner of police in New Delhi, overseeing traffic zone-II.
Throughout his career, Dhaliwal has achieved significant milestones, including solving high-profile cases such as the Dhaula Kuan gangrape, journalist Saumya Vishwanathan's murder, and the Jigisha Ghosh murder case. He also played a crucial role in investigating the murder case involving Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala.
Meanwhile, incumbent DGP Devesh Chandra Srivastva has been transferred to New Delhi.

Jul 25, 2024

Indian Army Contingent to Participate in Joint Military Ex Khaan Quest 2024 in Mongolia

The Indian Army contingent will participate in the 21st edition of the multinational joint military exercise Khaan Quest 2024, which is scheduled to be held in Mongolia.
The joint military exercise will be held from July 27 to August 9.
Khaan Quest 2024 is aimed at enhancing the interoperability of the participating nations during peacekeeping missions in a multinational environment.

10% Reservation for Ex-Agniveers in CAPFs, Assam Rifles

The government decided to reserve 10 per cent of vacancies in the Central Armed Police Forces and Assam Rifles for ex-Agniveers, the Rajya Sabha was informed.
A provision was made for relaxation in the upper age limit and exemption from the Physical Efficiency Test in the recruitment to the post of constable (general duty) and rifleman in the CAPFs and Assam Rifles for ex-Agniveers, Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai said.

Jul 24, 2024

Goa Shipyard Launches First Indigenous P1135.6 Frigate 'Triput'

In a significant achievement for India's naval capabilities and the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative, Goa Shipyard Ltd (GSL) successfully launched the first indigenous P1135.6 Frigate, named Triput. This marks the first time these vessels are being constructed indigenously in India.
The ship was launched by Adv. Rita Sreedharan, with Goa Governor P. S. Sreedharan Pillai as the Chief Guest.
The 124-meter-long ship can reach speeds of 28 knots at a displacement of approximately 3200 tonnes and is equipped with advanced state-of-the-art weaponry and sensors. The frigate features indigenous components, including specialised low-carbon micro-alloy grade steel for the hull and various systems developed by private industry.

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