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DEFENCE - July 2024

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Jul 08, 2024

India Unveils Indigenous Light Tank 'Zorawar'

India unveiled the 'Zorawar' light tank, developed jointly by DRDO and Larsen & Toubro, aimed at bolstering military capabilities in high-altitude environments. Designed within a record two-year timeframe, the tank features advanced weaponry and protection systems, including a 105mm rifled cannon and composite modular armour. Named after General Zorawar Singh, the tank is slated for extensive trials before potential deployment in Ladakh, Sikkim, or Kashmir.

Jul 06, 2024

First Secretary-Level Meeting Between Defence Ministries of India & Democratic Republic Of Congo

The first Secretary-level meeting between the Defence Ministries of India and the Democratic Republic of Congo was held in New Delhi. The Defence Ministry said that the meeting was aimed at identifying areas for collaboration to fulfil the potential of defence cooperation between the two countries. During the meeting, detailed discussions were held to promote cooperation in training and the defence industry. The Indian delegation also highlighted the significant progress India has made in defence manufacturing capability. The Democratic Republic of Congo side shared the need for modernization of their Armed Forces.

Jul 05, 2024

MoU Signed to Set up 3 Testing Facilities in Chennai under Defence Testing Infra Scheme

The Ministry of Defence signed an MoU to establish three state-of-the-art testing facilities in Chennai for the Tamil Nadu Defence Industrial Corridor, one each in unmanned aerial system, electronic warfare and electro-optics domains. The memorandum of understanding (MoU), under the Defence Testing Infrastructure Scheme (DTIS), was exchanged between senior officials of the ministry and Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation Limited in the presence of Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane in New Delhi.
With an outlay of Rs. 400 crore, the DTIS was launched by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in May 2020 to set up state-of-the-art testing facilities in collaboration with private industry and central or state government, promoting indigenous defence production, reducing military equipment imports and enhancing self-reliance.

Jul 04, 2024

Three Theatre Command Bases Identified

Even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured that the creation of Theatre Commands was on track, the Defence Ministry has identified three locations in Lucknow, Jaipur and Thiruvananthapuram as their headquarters.
The Department of Military Affairs (DMA) under Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan, who is responsible for raising the theatre commands, is now focusing its energy towards implementing over 150 points to enhance integration among the three services and make ready for the multi-domain warfare of the future.
As per the plans of the DMA, the Western Theatre being raised to look after the Pakistan side is planned to be raised at Jaipur while the Northern Theatre to tackle the threat from the eastern and northern sides is planned to be set up at Lucknow.
The Indian Navy-headed Maritime Theatre Command is now planning to come up at Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala and will be looking after the maritime borders of the country and threats emanating from the maritime zone.

India-Mongolia Joint Military Exercise 'Nomadic Elephant' Begins in Meghalaya

The 16th edition of Joint Military Exercise 'Nomadic Elephant' between the armies of India and Mongolia commenced in Meghalaya's Umroi. The exercise, slated to be conducted until July 16, 2024 aims to bolster joint military capabilities for counter-urgency operations in semi-urban or mountainous areas.
Represented by 45 personnel from a battalion of 'Sikkim Scouts' along with personnel from other arms and services, the Indian contingent joined hands with the Mongolian counterpart from the 150 Quick Reaction Force Battalion.
The exercise focuses on operations in semi-urban and mountainous terrain. Tactical drills during the exercise include Response to a Terrorist Action, Establishment of a Joint Command Post, Establishment of an Intelligence and Surveillance Centre, Securing of a Helipad/Landing Site, Small Team Insertion and Extraction, Special Heliborne Operations, Cordon & Search Operations, besides Employment of Drones and Counter Drone Systems, amongst others.

Jul 03, 2024

Indian Army Contingent Participates in India- Thailand Joint Military Exercise Maitree

The Indian Army contingent is participating in the 13th edition of India-Thailand joint military Exercise MAITREE being conducted from the July 1 to 15, 2024 at Fort Vachiraprakan in Tak Province of Thailand.
The Indian Army contingent comprising 76 personnel is being represented mainly by a Battalion of the Ladakh Scouts along with personnel from other arms and services. The Royal Thailand Army contingent also comprises 76 personnel mainly from 1st Battalion, 14 Infantry Regiment of 4 Division.
Exercise MAITREE aims to foster Military Cooperation between India and Thailand. The Exercise will enhance combined capabilities in executing Joint Counter Insurgency and Terrorist Operations in Jungle and Urban Environments under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter. The Exercise focused on high degree of physical fitness, joint planning and joint tactical drills.

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