RECENT STORIES
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September 16, 2019
Opening ceremony Indo-Thailand joint military Exercise MAITREE – 2019Exercise MAITREE, the annual bilateral joint exercise between Indian Army (IA) and Royal Thailand Army (RTA) commenced today at the Foreign Training Node (FTN), Umroi, Meghalaya.
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September 16, 2019
Maiden IN-RSN-RTN Trilateral Exercise CommencesA maiden trilateral exercise, involving Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN), Royal Thailand Navy (RTN) and Indian Navy (IN) has commenced at Port Blair on September 16, 2019.
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September 16, 2019
Collins Aerospace broadens communication capabilities for US Air Force U-2 Dragon LadyCollins Aerospace Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp., has been selected by the US Air Force (USAF) to upgrade its fleet of U-2 Dragon Lady aircraft with HF-9087D High Frequency (HF) radios.
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September 16, 2019
Collins Aerospace enhances MRO services for US Air Force with new Enterprise Partnering AgreementCollins Aerospace Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp., announced it has signed an Enterprise Partnering Agreement with the United States Air Force (USAF) which will serve as an umbrella agreement for all sustainment...
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September 15, 2019
Annual Day of Air Force AssociationToday, Annual Day of Air Force Association (AFA) was celebrated. The Annual Day began in the morning with the Wreath Laying Ceremony at National War Memorialin the memory of those who laid down their lives for the motherland.
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September 15, 2019
INS Tarkash at Walvis Bay, NamibiaIn continuation of the Indian Navy's overseas deployment to Africa, Europe and Russia, Indian Naval Ship Tarkash made a port call at Walvis Bay, Namibia today, on September 15, 2019 for a three days visit.
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September 14, 2019
AFRO completes 80 yearsToday, Air Force Record Office (AFRO) celebrated 80th anniversary of it's formation with ceremonial fervour at Subroto Park, New Delhi. Senior serving and retired officers were present to celebrate the event.
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September 14, 2019
BNS Somudra Avijan arrives Visakhapatnam on a Goodwill VisitBangladesh Naval Ship (BNS) Somudra Avijan arrived Visakhapatnam on a four-day visit to the Eastern Naval Command(ENC) today, September 14, 2019.
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September 13, 2019
Indian Army to get Made in India armour-piercing tank ammunition
By Vishal ThaparDefence Acquisition Council approves military procurements worth 2,000 Crore
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September 13, 2019
28th Indo-Thai CORPAT - Closing CeremonyRoyal Thai Navy Ship HTMS Kraburi, a Guided Missile Frigate commanded by Capt Bunpot Jaibunjong and a Naval Maritime Patrol Dornier aircraft of the 3rd Naval Area Command, Royal Thailand Navy, arrived at Port Blair today, on September 13, 2019.
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September 13, 2019
Northrop Grumman selected to sustain aircraft protection systems for the Royal Australian Air ForceNorthrop Grumman Corporation has been selected by the Australian Defence Organisation on behalf of the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) to continue its support of the service's Large Aircraft Infrared Countermeasures (LAIRCM) systems.
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September 12, 2019
Indo-Thailand Joint Military Exercise Maitree - 2019Joint Military Exercise MAITREE-2019 between India and Thailand will be conducted at Foreign Training Node, Umroi (Meghalaya) from September 16-29, 2019.
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September 12, 2019
DRDO declares India self-reliant in anti-tank missiles after test-firing man portable version
By Vishal ThaparSuccess of the indigenous effort could shut out imports
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September 12, 2019
Bio-terrorism a real new threat, warns India's Defence Minister
By Vishal ThaparCasualties imposed by advancing battlefield technology the new challenge, says Singh at the first SCO military event hosted by India
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September 12, 2019
BREAKING
Adani makes surprise bid in $6.3 B Indian Navy programme to build 6 submarines under Project 75(I)
By Vishal ThaparState-owned MDL, HSL and private sector L&T, Reliance also in the fray; South Korean Daewoo among OEMs invited to compete as technology partner
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September 12, 2019
Indian, Chinese troops face-off in Ladakh ahead of Xi Jinping's visit
By Vishal ThaparTwo sides disengage after Brigadier-level talks to defuse tension
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September 12, 2019
Visit of Indian Naval Ships to Kota Kinabalu, MalaysiaAs part of Indian Navy's Overseas Deployment to South East Asia and Western Pacific, Indian Navy ships Sahyadri and Kiltan made a port call at Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia today, for a days visit from September 12-19, 2019.
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September 12, 2019
USMC sets new milestone with GA-ASI MQ-9AOver the last year, the US Marine Corps' (USMC) Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Squadron 1 (VMU-1) blazed a trail of firsts and was awarded the 2018 Marine Corps Aviation Association Unmanned Aircraft Squadron of the Year.
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September 12, 2019
Cyient and QinetiQ sign MoU to offer avionics products for unmanned target systems in IndiaCyient, a global engineering and technology solutions company, today announced that it had signed a MoU with UK-based defense technology firm, QinetiQ's Target Systems (QTS), to offer avionics products for its unmanned target systems.
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September 12, 2019
MDM 2019: UVision will present its Hero series of Loitering Munition SystemsUVision Air Ltd. –a global leader in the area of Loitering Munition Systems of all sizes for a variety of missions– will present its HERO series of Loitering Munitions at Modern Day Marine for the first time.
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September 11, 2019
India to test offensive warfare capability in the Himalayas for the first time
By Vishal ThaparNewly-raised Mountain Strike Corps to be fielded for its maiden high altitude war exercise Him Vijay in Arunachal; Integrated Battle Group concept, airlift capability to be on trial
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September 11, 2019
Amid tensions with Pak, India takes part in military exercises in the US and Russia
By Vishal ThaparWhile Yudh Abhyas reflects maturing ties with the US, Tsentr in Russia puts India on new ground along with archrival Pakistan and actors in Central Asia
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September 11, 2019
GA-ASI and UK MoD Sign Test and Evaluation Contract for ProtectorGA-ASI has signed a Direct Commercial Sale (DCS) contract with the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) to complete the test and evaluation activities required to certify the Protector RG Mk1 Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) system to fly in civil airspace.
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September 10, 2019
Resurrection ceremony for 17 Squadron 'Golden Arrows'Today, a Resurrection ceremony for 17 Squadron, AF was held at Air Force Station Ambala. Air Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa PVSM AVSM YSM VM ADC Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee and Chief of the Air Staff presented a memento to Group Captain Harkirat Singh SC to commemorate the occasion.
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September 10, 2019
Lockheed Martin begins expansion in Arkansas, breaks ground on new production facilityArkansas officials joined Lockheed Martin executives to break ground on the new Long Range Fires Production Facility, the first of many expansions at the company's site in Camden.
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September 10, 2019
Raytheon and Hanwha Systems partner to upgrade Identification Friend or Foe systemsRaytheon Company and Hanwha Systems signed a technical cooperation agreement to produce Identification Friend or Foe Mode 5 systems for the Korean military.
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September 9, 2019
Lander location traced, communication still remains uncertain
By Ayushee ChaudharyOver 24 hours after the mission control center in Bengaluru lost communication with the Chandrayaan-2 Lander, Vikram, its location was detected by the Orbiter revolving around the moon.
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September 7, 2019
All is not lost even as Vikram loses communication
By Ayushee ChaudharyMinutes before Chandrayaan-2 was about to get completed and accomplish its final phase of soft landing on the moon, all communications were lost with the lander, Vikram of Chandrayaan-2 spacecraft.
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September 6, 2019
India carpet bombs a slew of multi-billion dollar defence deals
By Vishal Thapar$7 B order for 83 LCA fighters by year-end; $3 B deal for Airbus C295 transport aircraft, $768 M Akash missiles "in weeks"
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September 6, 2019
IAF completes 1st phase of process to select astronauts for India's manned space mission, Gaganyaan
By Vishal ThaparIndian space crew to be called 'Gagannauts', to be trained in Russia
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September 6, 2019
Opening Ceremony Exercise Yudh Abhyas - 2019Exercise Yudh Abhyas - 2019, a joint military exercise between Indian and US armies, commenced this morning at Joint Base Lewis MC Chord, Washington, USA with a brief yet impressive opening ceremony that saw the unfurling of the national flags of both countries to the strains of The Star Spangled Banner and Jana Gana Mana.
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September 6, 2019
28th Indo-Thai CORPAT28th edition of India-Thailand Coordinated Patrol (Indo-Thai CORPAT) between the Indian Navy (IN) and the Royal Thai Navy (RTN) is being conducted from September 5-15, 2019.
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September 6, 2019
CAS flags off Kargil to Kohima Ultra-Marathon- "Glory Run"Kargil to Kohima (K2K) - Glory Run was Flagged-off in a ceremony today at Air HQ, (Vayu Bhavan). Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa, PVSM AVSM YSM VM ADC, Chief of the Air Staff graced the occasion as chief guest.
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September 6, 2019
Leonardo and CAE USA sign Memorandum of Agreement to collaborate on helicopter and training solutions for US GovernmentLeonardo and CAE USA have joined forces to collaborate in the United States to offer integrated solutions for helicopter training requirements for the government market.
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September 5, 2019
Visit of Indian Naval Ships to Sihanoukville, CambodiaAs part of Indian Navy's Overseas Deployment to South East Asia and Western Pacific, Indian Navy ships Sahyadri and Kiltan are making a port call at Sihanoukville, Cambodia from September 5-8, 2019.
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September 5, 2019
INS Tarkash at Lagos, NigeriaAs part of Indian Navy's Overseas Deployment to Africa, Europe and Russia, Indian Naval Ship Tarkash made a port call at Lagos, Nigeria today, on September 5, 2019 for a three day visit.
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September 5, 2019
CAE to upgrade Swedish Naval Warfare Training SystemCAE today announced it has recently been awarded a contract from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to upgrade and expand the capabilities of the Naval Warfare Training System (NWTS) located at the Swedish Naval Warfare Centre (NWC) in Karlskrona, Sweden.
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September 5, 2019
IMC Industries to announce an advanced transceiver for communication between air platforms, naval platforms and ground stationsThe new system enables the transfer of high volumes of information, providing a high bit rate and multiple slots for each user
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September 5, 2019
MAGAM to unveil new capability of its self-sealing flexible fuel tank - preventing leakage from up to 30mm bulletsThe company will also present a semi-rigid boat for collecting torpedoes at sea
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September 5, 2019
The Israeli Pavilion will showcase a record number of product launches and announcements of new technologiesFifteen companies will exhibit at the Pavilion - with solutions focusing on tactical force protection, counter-drone systems, persistent surveillance, communications, firearm applications, motion systems for air, sea and land...
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September 4, 2019
PZL Mielec displays single-station stores pylon for Armed Black HawkDuring the MSPO International Defence Industry Exhibition, PZL Mielec, a Lockheed Martin company displayed an S-70i™ Armed Black Hawk® helicopter fitted with a single-station external stores pylon.
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September 4, 2019
FN Herstal unveils a brand new software for its FN® Expert Marksmanship Training System at DSEI 2019Belgium-based FN Herstal, one of the world's leading designers, developers and manufacturers of small caliber weapons and weapon systems...
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September 4, 2019
Seraphim Optronics to highlight FIREFLY: a family of unique unified multi-sensor surveillance systems for perimeter security, defense and HLS applicationsThe FIREFLY's multi-tasking capabilities enable quick deployment under variable field conditions.
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September 4, 2019
UVision will present an Integrated Solution for Special Forces – HERO Loitering Munitions mounted on an EINSA NETON Tactical Vehicle Meeting the Most Stringent RequirementsUVision Air Ltd.-a global pioneer in the area of lethal loitering systems for a wide variety of missions - will present an integrated solution for Special Forces...
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September 4, 2019
IWI announces the new lightweight, multi-caliber assault rifle, a highly efficient & modular battle rifle - the ARAD 5.56x45mm and 300 BlackoutThe weapon is designed and adapted for all kinds of combat scenarios and for various types of ammunition
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September 4, 2019
CONTROP presents a complete solution for coastal and maritime surveillance, with its two proven systems - the TORNADO-ER and the SPEED-ERThe comprehensive coastal surveillance system provides real-time large area...
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September 4, 2019
Raytheon-FlexRadio team to develop airborne high-frequency radioRaytheon will develop and qualify a high-frequency radio under a $36 million Project Agreement through an Other Transaction Agreement with Consortium Management Group.
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September 3, 2019
India inducts an American legend, beefs up airborne firepower support for ground operations
By Vishal ThaparThe gunship India missed having in the Kargil War, first lot of Apache attack helicopters to operate from Pathankot airbase
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September 3, 2019
India to hold 2+2 Dialogue with Japan to scale up security cooperation
By Vishal ThaparBilateral India-US naval and air force exercises being expanded to include Japan
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September 3, 2019
Induction of AH-64E Apache Attack HelicopterToday, the IAF formally inducted the AH-64E Apache Attack Helicopter into its inventory at Air Force Station Pathankot. Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa PVSM AVSM YSM VM ADC, Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee and Chief of the Air Staff was the Chief guest at the event.
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September 3, 2019
Inaugural Function of Naval Higher Command Course-32 at Naval War College, GoaAdmiral Arun Prakash, PVSM, AVSM, VrC, VSM (Retd), former Chief of The Naval Staff inaugurated the 32nd Naval Higher Command Course (NHCC) at the Naval War College, Goa today.
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September 3, 2019
Indian Army Team Summit MT Leo Pargyil (6773m)An Indian Army team successfully summited Mount Leo Pargyil (6773M) on 20thAug 2019 at 1030 hours after an extremely challenging climb in harsh weather, hoisting the National Flag atop Mt Leo Pargyil.
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September 3, 2019
Curtain Raiser: Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2019As part of the ongoing Indo-US defence cooperation, a joint military training, Exercise Yudh Abhyas - 2019 is being conducted at Joint Base Lewis Mc Chord, Washington, USA from September, 5-18 2019.
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September 3, 2019
Raytheon to enhance flight performance of US Army hypersonic weapon glide bodyRaytheon Company will build and deliver the control, actuation and power-conditioning subassemblies that control flight of the US Army's new Common-Hypersonic Glide Body program.
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September 2, 2019
Looking East, India steps up military diplomacy in the Indo-Pacific with high profile visits
By Vishal ThaparDefence Minister in Japan, Navy Chief in Australia and warships in Thailand
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September 2, 2019
Air Chief says goodbye to fighter flying in last sortie with IAF's contemporary hero on iconic MiG-21
By Vishal ThaparF-16 Slayer Wing Commander Abhinandan flies in tandem cockpit behind Air Chief Marshal Dhanoa, who retires on Sept 30
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September 2, 2019
Lander Vikram separates successfully from Chandrayaan-2 Orbiter
By Ayushee ChaudharyInching closer to maiden discoveries, Chandrayaan-2 spacecraft is scheduled to have a soft landing on Moon’s South Polar Region through its lander Vikram on September 7.
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September 2, 2019
Army prepares to receive and train the first batch of women soldiersThe Colonel Commandant of the Military Police, Lt Gen Ashwani interviewed Lt Col Nandani in Srinagar for the role of instructor of the first ever batch of women soldiers for the Army.
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September 2, 2019
General Robotics Ltd. showcases the next generation of the Pitbull-3 Anti-Drone Remote Weapon Station and the DOGO - Anti-Terror & Crime RobotThe systems come with a new faster and more accurate Point & Shoot technology, and are already operational
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September 2, 2019
CONTROP Launches the SIGHT-25E, SIGHT-15E and SIGHT-10E–Weapon Director Payloads for Remote Weapon Stations (RWSs) and Armored Fighting Vehicles (AFVs)The company has recently received orders for the delivery of 100 units of the SIGHT-25HD, the first member the SIGHT family of RWS and AFV payloads.
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September 2, 2019
Four new FN Herstal cartridges to be unveiled at DSEI 2019 exhibitionBelgium-based FN Herstal, one of the world's leading designers and manufacturers of small caliber weapons, will showcase newly-developed small caliber ammunition at Defense and Security Equipment International Exhibition in London, UK, from September 10 through to September 13.
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September 2, 2019
Joint Naval Annual Quality Conclave (JNAQC) to be held in Visakhapatnam on September 5, 2019The Joint Naval Annual Quality Conclave (JNAQC) under the theme 'Transformation of QA Paradigm: Opportunities and Challenges' will be hosted by the Naval Quality Assurance Establishments under the aegis...
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September 1, 2019
Lt General MM Naravane assumes appointment of VCOASLt General Manoj Mukund Naravane assumed the charge of Vice Chief of the Army Staff on September 1, 2019. He succeeds Lt General Devraj Anbu who after an illustrious career, superannuated on August 31, 2019.
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September 1, 2019
Major General Joyce Gladys Roach takes over as ADG, MNSMajor General Joyce Gladys Roach has assumed charge of the post of Additional Director General, Military Nursing Service (MNS).
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September 1, 2019
Naval phase of Defence Correspondents Course 2019 concludes at MumbaiThe Navy and Coast Guard leg of the 2019 edition of the Defence Correspondents Course (DCC) concluded at Mumbai on August 31, 2019.
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August 31, 2019
France strongly pitches 2nd lot of 36 Rafale fighters, seeks movement on stalled aircraft programmes
By Vishal ThaparStrategic Dialogue between NSAs in New Delhi a quick follow-up to Summit talks between Modi and Macron in Paris
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August 31, 2019
Visit of the Chief of the Naval Staff to Australia and New Zealand
Admiral Karambir Singh, Chief of the Naval Staff is scheduled to visit Australia and New Zealand on an official tour from 2 to 6 September 2019.
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August 31, 2019
Visit of Indian Naval Ships to Laem Chabang, ThailandAs part of Indian Navy's Overseas Deployment to South East Asia and Western Pacific, Indian Navy ships Sahyadri and Kiltan are making a port call at Laem Chabang, Bangkok from 31 Aug – 03 Sep 19.
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August 30, 2019
Indian Army Men and Women Summit MT Kun (7077M)Indian Army Mountaineering Expedition to Mt Kun (7077M) was conducted from 30 July to 29 August 2019 in Zanskar Range in Ladhak.
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August 30, 2019
Lockheed Martin's Expertise in Hypersonic Flight Wins New Army WorkOn August 29, the US Army awarded Lockheed Martin a contract at an estimated value of $347 million as part of a multi-year hypersonic weapons development in support of the Army's focus in long-range precision strike missiles.
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August 30, 2019
Lockheed Martin's THAAD System Successfully Demonstrates Remote Launcher Capability During Intercept TestLockheed Martin's Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system successfully intercepted a medium-range ballistic missile (MRBM) target today in a missile defense test led by the US Missile Defense Agency with critical support provided by the US Army.
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August 29, 2019
VIDEO INTERVIEW: Deconstructing Pak's Ballistic Missile test
Don't lose focus on LoC, cautions Lt General Saha
By Vishal ThaparAn isolated Pakistan is under pressure to attempt something spectacular
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August 29, 2018
Four additional Belgian companies join Team SkyGuardianGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), the leading manufacturer of Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) systems, radars, electro-optic and related mission systems, announced today that four more Belgium-based businesses have been selected to join five previously identified companies to support the development...
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August 29, 2018
Northrop Grumman intercepts missile at long range during flight testThe US Army and Northrop Grumman Corporation successfully intercepted a cruise missile at an extended range during today's flight test using the Army Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) Battle Command System (IBCS) with Sentinel and Patriot radars and a Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) interceptor.
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August 28, 2019
Russia puts contract to build 6 more N-reactors in India on agenda for Modi visit
By Vishal ThaparS-400 missile defence deal on track, as two sides explore options in Rupee-Rouble trade to evade Western sanctions
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August 28, 2019
MoU between Indian Navy and IMDA Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Indian Navy (IN) and India Meteorological Department (IMD) was signed at Naval Base, Kochi on August 28, 2019 for the handing over of Cyclone Detection Radar (CDR) building by IMD to the IN.
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August 28, 2019
INS Tarkash at Dakar, SenegalAs part of Indian Navy's Overseas Deployment to Africa, Europe and Russia, Indian Naval Ship Tarkash made a port call at Dakar, Senegal, today, August 27, 2019 for a three day visit.
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August 28, 2019
Lockheed Martin celebrates 35 years in Greenville, South Carolina site positioned for growth with new F-16 production lineLockheed Martin celebrates 35 years of operation in Greenville, S.C. this week. The Greenville facility provides nose-to-tail aircraft sustainment services...
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August 28, 2019
Collins Aerospace to support L3Harris in bringing new capabilities to the cockpit of 176 C-130H aircraft for the USAFCollins Aerospace Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp., has been selected by L3Harris Technologies to play a key role in the US Air Force's C-130H Avionics Modernization Program Increment 2 (AMP INC 2) program.
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August 28, 2019
Northrop Grumman Common Infrared Countermeasure systems enters operational testingNew capability for the Army's helicopter fleet has begun Initial Operational Test and Evaluation
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August 28, 2019
Northrop Grumman Fully Assembles NASA's James Webb Space TelescopeAt Northrop Grumman Corporation in Redondo Beach, NASA's James Webb Space Telescope Spacecraft Element (SCE) and Optical Telescope Element/Integrated Science Instrument Module (OTIS) are now one.
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August 27, 2019
IAF gets its first female flight commander
By Vishal ThaparSignificant milestone for women in the Indian military opens up doors for higher command
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August 27, 2019
Defence Correspondents Course - 2019 commences at MWC, MumbaiThe 2019 edition of the Defence Correspondents Course (DCC), a month-long course for selected journalists from regional and national media houses, commenced at the Maritime Warfare Centre (MWC) on August 26, 2019.
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August 27, 2019
GA-ASI receives FAA no-chase COA for unmanned flights in North DakotaGBSAA COA Decreases Cost of RPA Flight Operations
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August 27, 2019
Northrop Grumman breaks ground on new facility in Roy, Utah to support next-generation ICBM programCompany establishes a Ground Based Strategic Deterrent headquarters to deliver on critical mission to replace nation's aging ICBM system
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August 27, 2019
Powerful new radars level up our protection against threatsAircraft, missiles, rockets, mortars and artillery in the wrong hands pose an increased risk to the safety of US service members, allies and civilians. These threats can be sophisticated or improvised, coming from hostile nations and non-state actors alike.
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August 27, 2019
FN Herstal showcases latest capabilities at International Defence Industry Exhibition - MSPO 2019Belgium-based FN Herstal, one of the world's leading designers, developers and manufacturers of small caliber weapons and weapon systems...
