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18/02/2022

Pri Minister Narendra Modi hosts prominent Sikhs across the country at his residence.

13/02/2022

India's western state of Goa gets ready for provincial elections on February 14 for all 40 seats. Officials at despatch centres with electronic voting machines, poll materials.

13/02/2022

Election officials have reached extremely remote locations to facilitate over 80 year old citizens to cast vote through postal ballots, helping nearly 16,000 voters to exercise their right.

13/02/2022

In India, election commission officials ready to leave for extremely remote locations in hill state of Uttarakhand for assembly polls. In some cases, they will walk 15-20 kilometers to reach the polling booths.

10/02/2022

Indian Air Force to hold mega war exercise at Pakistan border

https://www.merisarkar.com/defence-news-india/vayu-shakti-2022-iaf-to-hold-mega-war-exercise-at-pakistan-border/3986/

The air show which was planned for this month has been rescheduled to the next month due to the fears of third Covid wave triggered by Omicron variant of SarS-CoV-2 virus.

01/02/2022

India’s Andaman and Nicobar Command inducts HAL’s Advanced Light Helicopters

https://www.merisarkar.com/india-news/hals-advanced-light-helicopters-inducted-in-tri-services-command-at-nicobar/3977/

ALH Mark III inducted in Andaman & Nicobar Command: The induction marks a continuing increase in the capabilities of the Andaman and Nicobar Command in the past two decades of its raising as India’s only joint theatre command.

23/01/2022

German Navy Chief resigns after controversy erupted over his remarks on Ukraine during India visit

https://www.merisarkar.com/india-news/german-navy-chief-quits-over-comments-on-ukraine-during-india-visit/3971/

His comments at a seminar organized by India’s Manohar Parrikar Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (MP-IDSA) in New Delhi caused anger in Ukraine, which summoned the German ambassador to complain.

21/01/2022

New version of BrahMos supersonic cruise missile testfired

https://www.merisarkar.com/defence-news-india/new-version-of-brahmos-supersonic-cruise-missile-testfired/3960/

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The flight test was a major milestone in the way forward for BrahMos programme. The highly manouverable missile cruised at supersonic speed for its maximum range and all mission objectives were met. The missile was equipped with the advanced indigenous technologies and followed a modified optimal tr...

21/01/2022

Saab will supply anti armour weapon AT4 to Indian military

https://www.merisarkar.com/business-news/saab-will-supply-anti-armour-weapon-at4-to-indian-army-iaf/3952/

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Saab India AT4 weapon contract: India has awarded a contract to Swedish defence company Saab for supply of anti-armour weapon AT4. Saab India Thursday said that the weapon system has been selected by the Indian Armed forces through a competitive programme for a single-shot weapon. Saab India has not...

21/01/2022

HAL signs contract for supply of Advanced Light Helicopter to Mauritius

https://www.merisarkar.com/india-news/hal-signs-contract-for-supply-of-advanced-light-helicopter-to-mauritius/3948/

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HAL Mauritius Advanced Light Helicopter Contract: The ALH Mk III is a multi-role, multi-mission versatile helicopter in 5.5 tonne category. It has proven its mettle in various utility role including numerous lifesaving missions during natural calamities in India and abroad.

13/01/2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi holding Covid review meeting with state Chief Ministers.

08/12/2021

CDS General Bipin Rawat’s helicopter crashes in Tamil Nadu

https://www.merisarkar.com/defence-news-india/cds-general-bipin-rawats-helicopter-crashes-in-tamil-nadu/3893/

According to reports, General Rawat’s wife Madhulika Rawat, and a Lt General level officer was also onboard the ill-fated helicopter.

04/12/2021

Modi Govt clears deal to manufacture AK-203 rifles in India

https://www.merisarkar.com/india-news/modi-govt-clears-deal-to-manufacture-ak-203-rifles-in-india/3887/

Though Prime Minister Narendra Modi had inaugurated the Indo-Russia Rifle Factory more than two years ago in March 2019, both India and Russia failed to sign a firm contract due to the differences over the payment of royalty to Russia's Kalashnikov Group.

30/11/2021

Admiral R Hari Kumar takes charge as new Navy Chief
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Admiral Kumar’s sea command includes INS Nishank, missile corvette INS Kora and guided-missile Destroyer INS Ranvir.

24/11/2021

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

24/11/2021

Govt clears Rs 2,236 crore proposal for GSAT-7C satellite for Indian Air Force

https://www.merisarkar.com/india-news/govt-clears-rs-2236-crore-proposal-for-gsat-7c-satellite-for-indian-air-force/3868/

Indian Air Force GSAT-7C Satellite: Under the proposal, Indian Air Force will procure a GSAT-7C satellite and establish ground hubs for ensuring real-time connectivity for software defined radios.

19/11/2021

PM Modi hands over light combat helicopter to air force

https://www.merisarkar.com/defence-news-india/pm-modi-hands-over-light-combat-helicopter-lch-to-air-force/3861/

LCH is the only Attack Helicopter in the world which can land and take-off at an altitude of 5000 m (16400 ft) with considerable load of weapons & fuel meeting the specific requirements of Indian Armed Forces.

14/11/2021

Indian Navy gets first ship of Visakhapatnam Class Destroyers

https://www.merisarkar.com/india-news/indian-navy-gets-first-ship-of-visakhapatnam-class-destroyers/3848/

The keel of Visakhapatnam was laid in October 2013 and the ship was launched in April 2015. The design has largely maintained the hull form, propulsion machinery, many platform equipment and major weapons & sensors as the Kolkata class to benefit from series production.

28/10/2021

With an eye on China, India testfires Agni-5 long-range ballistic missile

https://www.merisarkar.com/india-news/india-testfires-agni-5-long-range-ballistic-missile/3842/

Agni series of missiles are mainstay of India’s nuclear capable ballistic missiles and form an integral component of the country’s nuclear triad.

28/10/2021

With an eye on China, India test-fires Agni-5 long-range ballistic missile
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https://www.merisarkar.com/india-news/india-testfires-agni-5-long-range-ballistic-missile/3842/

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27/10/2021

India testfires Agni-5 long-range ballistic missile

https://www.merisarkar.com/india-news/india-testfires-agni-5-long-range-ballistic-missile/3842/

26/10/2021

India-UK conduct first tri-services military exercise Konkan Shakti
Source: www.merisarkar.com

https://www.merisarkar.com/india-news/india-uk-conduct-first-tri-services-military-exercise-konkan-shakti/3836/

24/10/2021

Indian Air Force Chinook helicopter rescues 49 civilians from Gunji in hilly Indian state of Uttarakhand.
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16/10/2021

OFB Corporatization: PM Modi launches seven new defence companies

https://www.merisarkar.com/business-news/ofb-corporatization-pm-modi-launches-seven-defence-companies/3814/

The Prime Minister said these companies would not only achieve expertise in the field of manufacturing equipment but will also become a global brand.

09/10/2021

India-Japan conduct military exercise JIMEX

https://www.merisarkar.com/india-news/india-japan-conduct-military-exercise-jimex/3805/

“The precision, coordination and the high level of interoperability reflected not only the high standards of professionalism and preparedness the two navies maintain to counter threats at sea, but also the high level of trust and understanding that they have built over the years,” Indian Navy sa...

08/10/2021

IAF’s prompt action in Ladakh shows combat readiness: VR Chaudhari

https://www.merisarkar.com/defence-news-india/iafs-prompt-action-in-ladakh-shows-combat-readiness-vr-chaudhari/3797/

VR Chaudhari said the advent of new domains over and above the traditional domains of land, sea and air has resulted in a paradigm shift in the way military operations will be conducted.

08/10/2021

HAL delivers heaviest semi-cryogenic propellant tank to ISRO

https://www.merisarkar.com/india-news/hal-delivers-heaviest-semi-cryogenic-propellant-tank-to-isro/3793/

The Propellant Tank was handed over by MK Mishra, GM of Aerospace Division, HAL to TKB Kumaresh Babu, GM (LHWC), Head of the resident team of LPSC, ISRO. P Srinivasa Rao, GD(SR)-LPSC were also present at the handing over ceremony held in the HAL’s Bengaluru plant.

02/10/2021

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Will defend India at any cost: Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari

https://www.merisarkar.com/defence-news-india/will-defend-nation-at-any-cost-air-chief-marshal-vivek-ram-chaudhari/3787/

"My first priority would be to ensure that safety of the nation is assured through the appropriate and correct use of the air power. Secondly, to be able to train, motivate and equip all our personnel to take on challenges of future warfare," Chaudhari told reporters in New Delhi after assuming the....

01/10/2021

Will defend nation at any cost: Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari

https://www.merisarkar.com/defence-news-india/will-defend-nation-at-any-cost-air-chief-marshal-vivek-ram-chaudhari/3787/

24/09/2021

India places $1.02 billion order for 118 locally developed Arjun tanks

https://www.merisarkar.com/defence-news-india/indian-army-to-get-118-new-arjun-mk-1a-battle-tanks/3780/

09/09/2021

Govt clears purchase of 56 Airbus C-295 MW aircraft for air force

https://www.merisarkar.com/defence-news-india/govt-clears-purchase-of-56-airbus-c-295-mw-aircraft-for-air-force/3767/

C-295MW aircraft is a transport aircraft of 5-10 tonnes capacity with the latest technology in its segment and it will replace IAF’s ageing Avro aircraft. With 6 tonnes of load, the aircraft will have a range of 2,000 nautical miles.

02/09/2021

BEL bags order for supply of Made in India anti-drone system to Navy

https://www.merisarkar.com/business-news/bel-bags-order-to-supply-anti-drone-system-to-indian-navy/3761/

The N**S can instantly detect and jam micro drones and use a laser-based kill mechanism to terminate targets. It will be an effective all-encompassing counter to the increased drone threat to strategic naval installations.

02/09/2021

Mahindra Defence wins Rs 1350 crore contract to supply ASW suit to Navy

https://www.merisarkar.com/business-news/mahindra-defence-wins-rs-1350-crore-contract-to-supply-asw-suit-to-navy/3758/

Mahindra Defence qualified by proving the capability of the system through comprehensive testing by the Indian MoD in actual operations at sea before being declared as winner on commercial bid.

29/07/2021

Air Marshal Amit Dev AOC-in-C Eastern Air Command flies newly inducted Rafale aircraft of 101 Sqn at Air Force Station Hasimara with Commanding Officer Gp Capt Neeraj Jhamb.

24/07/2021

India testfires a new surface to air missile twice in 3 days

https://www.merisarkar.com/india-news/drdo-testfires-akash-ng-missile-twice-in-3-days/3695/

The Akash-NG missile system is capable of intercepting high speed and agile aerial threats and expected to prove a force multiplier to defence capabilities of Indian Air Force.