SECURING INDIA

 

India unveils 90 key border projects worth Rs 3,000 cr to counter heavily-fortified Chinese military posts

India's Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh, inaugurated several key border infrastructure projects, including a strategic airbase in Eastern Ladakh and a tunnel on the Tawang axis in Arunachal Pradesh. These projects aim to enhance infrastructure in the border areas and improve the movement of troops.

The key projects include the construction of tunnels, airfields, helipads, roads, and bridges. The enhancement of the Nyoma advance landing ground, situated near the Line of Actual Control, is part of these projects. The development of border infrastructure is crucial in light of China's fortified military positions along the border.

BRO to construct world's highest fighter airfield in Ladakh's Nyoma.

Manipur: Dormant terror groups becoming active, stoking tension

The warning has come after a Lt Colonel of the army was injured last week during a standoff with a group of people, including Meira Paibis (women vigilantes), who attempted to attack tribals at Molnoi village near Pallel in Tengnoupal district but were stopped by the army and Assam Rifles.

All political parties united when it comes to national security: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the importance of civil-military fusion and the unity of political parties in safeguarding the nation. He praised the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) for completing infrastructure projects along the borders and inaugurated 90 more projects worth Rs 2,941 crore. Singh stated that the responsibility of protecting the country lies not only with the armed forces but also with civilians. He also highlighted the BRO's role in the socioeconomic development of far-flung areas and commended their dedication and hard work.

Ladakh L-G says not an inch of Indian territory occupied by Chinese

Speaking to media persons who asked him to comment on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's statement that the Chinese have occupied large areas of Indian territory in Ladakh, Mishra said.

Union minister Lekhi lays keel for Navy's stitched ship in Goa, says it is country's intangible cultural heritage

Union Minister Meenakshi Lekhi laid the keel for a "stitched ship" in Goa, which is a representation of India's ancient maritime trade routes. The Indian Navy plans to undertake a unique voyage along these traditional trade routes using ancient navigation techniques once the ship is completed.

The Indian Air Force (IAF) refueled the Mig 29 M and Rafale fighter aircraft of the Egyptian Air Force In Exercise Bright Star-23.

 The exercise has now moved to its last phase, which will involve assets from all participating forces and more complex joint missions. The IAF IL-78 air-to-air refueling aircraft also refueled aircraft from the Egyptian Air Force earlier this month.

Not far when we will be one of major defence producers: CDS General Anil Chauhan

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan expressed confidence that India will soon become a major defence producer in the world. He highlighted the progress made in the 'Aatmanirbharta' (self-reliance) initiative and emphasized the potential for India to become a major equipment producer.

India speeds up work on local marine gas turbine production

There is a sense of urgency to create a domestic ecosystem for such equipment given the war in Ukraine that has impacted Zorya-Mashproekt, the primary supplier of the MGTs to the Indian Navy. According to officials aware of the development, public sector undertaking Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) and Bharat Forge from the private sector are said to be among the companies that have been individually consulted for developing and supplying the MGT suited to the Indian Navy's needs.

India gets its first C-295 transport plane

The aircraft, capable of performing various missions, marks a milestone for the IAF, which is set to become the largest operator of the C-295. The delivery of the first aircraft, ahead of schedule, took place in Spain. Under the contract, 16 of the 56 C-295 aircraft will be manufactured in Spain, while the remaining 40 will be produced by a joint venture between Tata and Airbus in India.

Aeroflex in talks to enter aerospace sector – executive

The company is in talks with Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd (BHEL), and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). Aeroflex aims to diversify its revenue stream and increase its total revenue by 35% in the next three to four years, with at least 5% coming from aerospace.

BAE Systems, L&T join hands to bring all-terrain vehicle to India under 'Make in India' programme

Under the agreement, L&T is the prime bidder for the Indian market, with the support of BAE Systems Hagglunds, the Swedish manufacturer of the highly successful BvS10 family of vehicles.