Indian Army marks 76th Army Day with Chief Manoj Pande's call for 'Year of Technology Absorption
On the 76th Army Day, Chief of Army Staff General Manoj Pande declared 2024 as the 'Year of Technology Absorption,' emphasizing the Indian Army's commitment to technological advancements. Pande paid tribute to fallen soldiers and underscored the evolving nature of warfare. The decentralization of events to Lucknow from Delhi Cantonment marked a departure from tradition.
Lucknow hosted its first parade, shifting from Delhi Cantonment for 76th Indian Army Day on January 15. The day commemorates General KM Cariappa taking command in 1949. The theme is 'Year of Technology Absorption'. General Manoj Pande emphasizes transformative change through technology.
President Murmu commended the Indian Army's pivotal role in national security, expressing admiration for their professionalism and selfless devotion during various operations. She saluted the sacrifice of brave soldiers and conveyed continued success to the Army.
PM Modi praised the Army's courage in facing external threats and aiding during natural disasters, highlighting its contribution to nation-building
Myanmar rebel group claims control of town bordering India, Bangladesh
The Arakan Army, an ethnic armed group in Myanmar's Rakhine state, has declared its control over Paletwa, a significant border town with India and Bangladesh. The insurgency, involving anti-junta forces backed by a parallel pro-democracy government, has intensified, posing a substantial challenge to Myanmar's military government since the 2021 coup. The Arakan Army vows to manage the area's administration and law enforcement. Concurrently, reports suggest violations of a recent ceasefire agreement with another rebel group, the Three Brotherhood Alliance, leading to increased tensions in Shan State on the China border.
Indian, Chinese troops clashed twice in 2022 even as peace talks were on
Indian and Chinese soldiers engaged in hand-to-hand combat at least twice in 2022 along their Himalayan border, as revealed by gallantry award citations from the Indian Army. Despite ongoing diplomatic and military talks, tensions persist since the 2020 standoff. No deaths were reported, contrasting with clashes in 2020 that claimed lives. Recent skirmishes in Ladakh, including a November 2022 incident, highlight prolonged border tensions. The disclosure came with gallantry medals awarded to Indian soldiers who thwarted Chinese attempts to enter Indian territory, emphasizing the protracted nature of the unresolved India-China border dispute. Read more
Situation good, need to cover some distance in Kashmir: Army
"Situation is good here but yet there is a little distance that we have to move forward," Lt Gen Ghai said at a dedication function of a stadium in Baramulla of northern Kashmir which has been renamed after former chief of defence staff General Bipin Rawat.
Indian Army conducts firepower demonstration 'Exercise Topchi' at Devlali in Nashik
As part of Atmanirbhar Bharat, indigenously manufactured artillery equipment such as the K-9 Vajra, SP gun system, Dhanush, 105 mm Indian field gun (IFG) and light field gun (LFG) systems and Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launchers were showcased in the event held on Sunday.
DRDO rushes to build 200km rockets with China in mind
India is developing long-range guided rockets for its indigenous Pinaka systems, capable of hitting targets at over 200 km. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is developing these rockets, which will counter joint-made systems by China and Pakistan. The Indian rockets will operate from existing Pinaka Multi-Barrel Rocket Launchers (MBRL), providing flexibility for deployment.
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited takes center stage at Wings India 2024, unveiling cutting-edge indigenous civil platforms
Showcasing the Hindustan-228 aircraft and an upgraded civil Dhruv helicopter, HAL aims to boost regional connectivity with 'Made in India' initiatives. The display includes models of LUH, ALH, and LRUs, signaling HAL's commitment to expanding its capabilities. C. B. Ananthakrishnan, CMD (Additional Charge), HAL, emphasizes collaborations for civil MRO activities. The event highlights HAL's pursuit of DGCA certification for the LUH civil prototype by December 2025, showcasing a strategic leap in civil aviation contributions.
South American nations showing interest in Pinaka, India working on developing 120 Km, 200 Km rockets for it
In what could be a significant success for indigenous weapon systems, two South American countries have shown interest in the Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launchers. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is also developing rockets that would be able to strike targets at 120 km and 200 km.
Indian Navy says crew of vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden is safe
India's navy responded to a distress call from a Marshall Islands-flagged vessel in the Gulf of Aden, rescuing 22 crew members, including nine Indians. The incident is the latest in a series of attacks on merchant ships in the Red Sea and nearby region, disrupting shipping on a key trade route. The vessel is proceeding to the next port of call.
BEL receives additional orders worth Rs 1034.31 crore
The Bengaluru-based company had also received an order worth Rs 339.31 crore, related to Combat Management System, Composite Communication System, Transmit / Receive Modules, Mobile Autonomous Stabilization System and other spares / services. Its cumulative orders are now up to Rs 27,647.31 crore for the current fiscal year 2023-24.
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