March 18: Ordnance Factory Day

On March 18, 2020, 219th Ordnance Factories Foundation Day was observed. Every year India observes March 18 as Ordnance Factory Day. The first Ordnance Factory was established in Kolkata in 1801. There are 41 ordnance factories in the country. History The history of ordnance factory is directly linked to the British reign of India. The ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2020

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Topics: arms • British India • high-explosive anti-tank • Independence • Indian Ordnance Factories • Ordnance Factory Board • Rocket launchers • Weapons

HAL places order with Thales for 2.75-inch Rocket Launchers

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has awarded French aerospace and defence company Thales a contract to supply 135 2.75-inch (70-mm) rocket launchers. These certified, field-proven, competitive rocket launchers are suitable for use on both light and combat helicopters. The order is aimed to boost the tactical capabilities of the Indian armed forces. Enhancing the capabilities of Armed Forces ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2019

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Topics: Hal • Hindustan Aeronautics Limited • Rocket launchers • T100 sighting system • Thales