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A Hermes 900 drone, operated under the Indian Navy, recently crashed during operations. Adani Defence, responsible for its operation, will replace the unit at no additional cost. However, the replacement will take six more months, which is unusually long for manufacturing a Medium-Altitude Long-Endurance (MALE) drone. Typically, these drones can be produced much faster. The…
As Bashar Al Assad has already left Syria for Russia and Jolani led HTS has established control over Damascus for the Syrian Salvation Government ,what lies ahead in future for Syria and the whole region? What will be the impact of these events in the middle east and in the global powerplay ? To understand…
The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) greenlit this acquisition, which encompasses Area Denial Munitions (ADM) and Enhanced Range Pinaka rockets, during a pivotal meeting on Wednesday. This move underscores India’s commitment to self-reliance in defense manufacturing under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi, during his annual press briefing on January 13, had…
Solar Group successfully tested the guided micro-missile, “Bhargavastra,” a state-of-the-art counter-drone system. Designed and developed by Economic Explosives Ltd (EEL), the system aims to tackle the rising threats posed by loitering munitions and weaponized drones. EEL anticipated these challenges and proactively developed this solution, even before formal armed forces approval. Modern Warfare Necessities Across the…
HAL’s Latest Achievement: The Engine Ground Run On January 11, 2024, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) shared an image of the CATS Warrior. The announcement stated, “Successfully conducted the Engine Ground Run of a Full-Scale Demonstrator.” This milestone marks a critical step in the development of this advanced unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). Steps Before the Demonstrator’s…
In a significant boost to indigenous manufacturing of loitering munitions and UAVs, a state-of-the-art Composite Manufacturing Facility was inaugurated at Economic Explosives Ltd. (EEL), Solar Group Nagpur, by Honourable Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Sh Devendra Fadnavis. This facility focuses on producing UAVs, loiter munitions, and counter-drone systems, leveraging advanced composite technologies. Composite materials are revolutionizing…
The Indian Army’s pursuit of acquiring 400 towed artillery guns under the Towed Gun System (TGS) program has stirred significant debate. The requirement, categorically defined as Indigenous Design, Development, and Manufacturing (IDDM), emphasizes self-reliance in defense procurement. However, one company’s attempt to push an Israeli gun as an Indian product has highlighted critical issues in…
India’s pursuit of an indigenous Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) drone is entering a crucial phase. With the Archer NG preparing for its first flight, the long-awaited need for a cost-effective, locally produced drone seems within reach. However, engine-related challenges pose significant hurdles to achieving operational and strategic autonomy. Archer NG: A Promising Beginning Tapas:…