Source– This post on Iskander-M is based on the article “ On Cam: Putin’s Iskander Missile Strikes Ukrainian Airbase; Su-27 Jet & S-300 System Hit” published in “Hindustan Times” on 14th June 2024. Why in the News? Recently, Russia claimed that it used the nuclear-capable Iskander-M missile system to target the Ukrainian military airbase in Mirgorod.… Continue reading Iskander-M missile system
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Agnibaan SubOrbital Technological Demonstrator (SOrTeD)
Source- This post on Agnibaan SubOrbital Technological Demonstrator (SOrTeD) has been created based on the article “Start-up Agnikul launches world’s first rocket with fully 3D-printed engine” published in “The Hindu” on 31 May 2024. Why in News? The Agnikul Cosmos Private Ltd. recently launched the Agnibaan Sub Orbital Technology Demonstrator (SOrTeD) from Sriharikota. About Agnibaan SubOrbital Technological Demonstrator (SOrTeD)… Continue reading Agnibaan SubOrbital Technological Demonstrator (SOrTeD)
RudraM-II air-to-surface missile
Source-This post on RudraM-II air-to-surface missile has been created based on the article “RudraM-II air-to-surface missile flight test successful” published in “The Hindu” on 30 May 2024. Why in News? Recently, Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully flight-tested the RudraM-II air-to-surface missile. About the RudraM-II air-to-surface missile test 1. The RudraM-II air-to-surface missile was successfully… Continue reading RudraM-II air-to-surface missile
INS Kiltan
Source-This post on INS Kiltan has been created based on the article “Indian naval ships complete deployment to South China Sea” published in “The Hindu” on 29 May 2024. Why in News? The Indian Naval Ship Kiltan received a warm reception from the Royal Brunei Navy upon its arrival in Muara, Brunei. About INS Kiltan Aspects Description About… Continue reading INS Kiltan
AK-203 Assault Rifles
Source-This post on AK-203 Assault Rifles has been created based on the article “Army gets 27,000 AK-203 rifles through joint venture” published in “The Hindu” on 20th May 2024. Why in News? Recently, the Indian Army received AK-203 assault rifles from Russia. About the AK-203 Assault Rifles 1. About AK-203 Rifles: It is an advanced… Continue reading AK-203 Assault Rifles
RSM-56 Bulava Missile
Source-This post on RSM-56 Bulava Missile is based on the article “Putin Adds New Nuclear Missile To Russia’s Arsenal: How Deadly Is Bulava Submarine-Launched ICBM?” published in “Hindustan Times” on 17th May 2024. Why in the News? Russian President Vladimir Putin has strengthened Russia’s military capabilities by directing the inclusion of a new nuclear-capable missile, the Bulava,… Continue reading RSM-56 Bulava Missile
Igla-S VSHORAD
Source-This post on Acquisition of Igla-S VSHORAD is based on the article “Army set to receive next batch of shoulder-fired Igla-S air defence systems” published in “The Hindu” on 16th May 2024. Why in the News? The Indian Army will receive more Russian Igla-S very short range air defense systems (VSHORAD). This will address a long-standing gap… Continue reading Igla-S VSHORAD
Newly sanctioned roads under the Vibrant Village Programme
Source-This post on Newly sanctioned roads under the VVP is based on the article “Govt. to spend ₹2 cr. per km on roads along China border” published in “The Hindu” on 12th May 2024. Why in the News? The Ministry of Home Affairs has authorized the construction of 113 roads as part of the Vibrant Village… Continue reading Newly sanctioned roads under the Vibrant Village Programme
FWD 200B
Source-This post on FWD 200B is based on the article “First indigenous bomber UAV unveiled in Bengaluru” published in “The Indian Express” on 8th May 2024. Why in the News? FWD-200B is India’s first indigenous bomber UAV. The development of FWD-200B demonstrates India’s move towards self-reliance in defence technology. About FWD 200B Source: Zephyrnet Aspects Description About It is India’s first indigenous… Continue reading FWD 200B
MQ-9B Predator drones
Source-This post on MQ-9B Predator drones is based on the article “India to strategically place ‘hunter-killer’ Predator drones from US in UP, Tamil Nadu” published in “Moneycontrol” on 8th May 2024. Why in the News? The Defence Ministry recently approved the procurement of 30 MQ-9B Predator drones (SeaGuardian variant) from the US to enhance the… Continue reading MQ-9B Predator drones
