Page-11 of Defence Current Affairs

CISF Roped In for Parliament’s Security

December 22, 2023

The government has taken a decisive step to enhance the security measures at the Parliament building complex. In light of a recent breach of the safety ring, official sources revealed that the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) will now be ..

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Rs 1,614 Crore Contract for Next-Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels

December 21, 2023

The Ministry of Defence has signed a Rs 1,614 crore contract with Mazagon Dockyard Shipbuilders Ltd for the procurement of six next-generation offshore patrol vessels (NGOPVs) for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG). The acquisition aims to enhance the Coast Guard’s ..

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India’s Akash Missile System Achieves Historic Milestone

December 18, 2023

In a groundbreaking development, India has become the first country globally to showcase the capability of engaging four targets simultaneously with its indigenous Akash surface-to-air (SAM) weapon system. The successful demonstration occurred during Exercise Astrashakti 2023 at Suryalanka Air Force ..

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Advancing Stealth Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (UCAV) Technology

December 18, 2023

In a significant stride toward developing stealth unmanned combat aerial vehicles (UCAVs), India conducted a successful flight trial of an “autonomous flying wing technology demonstrator” at the aeronautical test range in Chitradurga, Karnataka. This achievement represents a remarkable maturity in ..

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Joint Military Exercise VINBAX-2023

December 12, 2023

A contingent of 45 Indian Armed Forces personnel has arrived in Hanoi, Vietnam, to participate in the fourth edition of the Joint Military Exercise VINBAX-2023. Running from December 11th to 21st, the exercise aims to strengthen collaborative partnerships, promote interoperability, ..

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Indigenous Swimmer Delivery Vehicles

December 11, 2023

The Indian Navy is set to acquire indigenously-made swimmer delivery vehicles, often referred to as underwater chariots or midget submarines, as part of a strategy to enhance the capabilities of its Marine Commandos (MARCOS) for special undersea operations. The Navy ..

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