News: Mumbai based Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) has delivered the sixth and final Scorpene class submarine INS Vaghsheer to the Indian Navy. About INS Vaghsheer It was launched in April 2022 and has undergone extensive trials to test its combat efficiency. It portrays India’s growing self-reliance in defence technology. It is named after… Continue reading INS Vaghsheer
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Sonobuoys
News: India and the U.S. announced cooperation on co-production of U.S. sonobuoys for Undersea Domain Awareness (UDA) for the Indian Navy. About Sonobuoys Sonobuoys are expendable, electro-mechanical acoustic devices used to detect underwater sounds, such as those made by submarines or ships. Working Mechanism: Sonobuoys are dropped from aircraft or ships in canisters and activate… Continue reading Sonobuoys
Voronezh Radar System
News: India is set to finalise a $4 billion defense deal with Russia to acquire advanced Voronezh long-range radar system. About Voronezh Radar System 1. Description- The Voronezh long-range early warning radar system is part of the Voronezh series produced by Russia’s Almaz-Antey Corporation. 2. Range and detection– It is capable of identifying and tracking… Continue reading Voronezh Radar System
INS Tushil
News: The Indian Navy is ready to commission its latest multi-role stealth guided missile frigate, INS Tushil, in Kaliningrad, Russia, on 09 Dec 24. About INS Tushil It is an upgraded Krivak III-class frigate of Project 1135.6. Features The ship incorporate “stealth technology” to reduce radar visibility and underwater noise signatures. The ship is equipped… Continue reading INS Tushil
K-4 Ballistic Missile
News: India successfully tested the nuclear-capable K-4 submarine-launched ballistic missile from the newly commissioned, nuclear-powered submarine INS Arighaat. About K-4 Ballistic Missile 1. It is a nuclear capable, solid-fuelled, submarine-launched ballistic missile. 2. It is developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). 3. It has a range of 3,500 kilometers. 4. Significance– It… Continue reading K-4 Ballistic Missile
Sabal-20 Logistics Drone
News: The Indian Army has received Sabal-20 logistics drone, from EndureAir Systems, to bolster logistical capabilities in challenging terrains, particularly in the eastern sector. 1. Sabal-20 is an advanced electric unmanned helicopter based on variable pitch technology. 2. It can carry payloads of up to 20 kg, which is about half of its own weight.… Continue reading Sabal-20 Logistics Drone
Adaptive Defence
Source: This post on Adaptive Defence has been created based on the article “India going for ‘adaptive defence’, says Rajnath” published in The Hindu on 13th November 2024. Why in news? The government is adopting an “adaptive defence” approach to address new and evolving global threats, emphasizing that it is essential in today’s fast-paced world.… Continue reading Adaptive Defence
Arrow-3 Missile Defense System
Source: This post on Arrow-3 Missile Defense System has been created based on the article “Israel moves forward on deploying Arrow-3 missile defence system in Germany in 2025” published in Economic Times on 12th November 2024. Why in news? Recently, Israel and the United States jointly developed and produced the Arrow 3. About Arrow-3 Missile… Continue reading Arrow-3 Missile Defense System
2nd Edition of Indian Military Heritage Festival (IMHF)
Source: This post on 2nd Edition of Indian Military Heritage Festival (IMHF) has been created based on the article “2nd Edition of Indian Military Heritage Festival to kick-start on Nov 8” published in PIB on 9th November 2024. Why in news? The 2nd annual IMHF will commence in New Delhi on November 8, 2024, spanning… Continue reading 2nd Edition of Indian Military Heritage Festival (IMHF)
Sagarmala Parikrama
Source: This post on Sagarmala Parikrama has been created based on the article “Autonomous surface vessel completes 1,500-km voyage” published in The Hindu on 7th November 2024. Why in news? Recently, an autonomous surface vessel built by Sagar Defence Engineering has completed a 1,500-km journey from Mumbai to Thoothukudi without human intervention. About Sagarmala Parikrama… Continue reading Sagarmala Parikrama
