India-Russia Defence Deal
What is Sprut-SDM1 light amphibious tank?
Russia is set to demonstrate its Sprut-SDM1 light amphibious tank during the Indian Army’s upcoming tender for light tanks. Key facts Sprut-SDM1, equipped with a 125 mm tank gun, is the only light amphibious tank of its class to have ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022
Category: Defence Current Affairs
US: Waiver to India against CAATSA sanctions
US House of Representatives passed an amendment, that approves waiver to India against CAATSA Sanctions. Key Facts Amendment was passed by voice vote. It provides waiver to India, under CAATSA sanctions, to purchase S-400 missile defence system from Russia. US’s waiver is ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2022
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Indian Navy’s Operation Sankalp – Key Facts
Stealth Frigate of Indian Navy, INS Talwar, is currently deployed for “Op Sankalp”. The frigate is commemorating the 3rd continuous year of presence of Indian Navy in the Gulf for protection of Maritime Interests of India. Operation Sankalp Indian Navy ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2022
Category: Defence Current Affairs
AK 203 deal: Delivery of Initial batch of rifles
As a part of larger contract to manufacture AK 203 assault rifles in India, the armed forces received first batch of 70,000 rifles from Russia. Highlights The first batch has been delivered at a fast pace, on request by India, ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2022
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Inauguration of Brahmos Missile Manufacturing Unit
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the Brahmos Aerospace Cruise Missile Manufacturing Unit in Lucknow, on December 26, 2021. Highlights On the occasion, defence minister reiterated that Russia was India’s strategic partner. He also supported the nuclear and other military deterrents of ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2021
Defence Acquisition Council approves AK-203 deal with Russia
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has granted permission for mass production of AK-203 rifles, providing fire power to the standard weapon profile of armed forces. DAC has also approved an independent satellite for Indian Air Force (IAF). Key Points This decision ..