To improve marine security and advance defence independence, the Ministry of Defence and Advanced Weapon Equipment India Ltd. inked a ₹1,752.13 crore agreement for 463 domestically made 12.7mm stabilised remote control guns.
At the Makwal border outpost, tensions escalated when Pakistan Rangers opened an unprovoked fire. BSF reacted efficiently, preserving the integrity of the border. There are no confirmed casualties, but ongoing ceasefire violations continue to raise worries and call for diplomatic solutions.
To compete with international rivals, India's tiny Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) seeks to provide affordable and timely launches for tiny satellites. Its advancement is hampered by slow development, limited demand, and difficulties facing private startups.
With ₹26,000 crore invested, Odisha begins a military and aerospace manufacturing venture under the leadership of Kalyani Steel Limited. The Gajamara project offers 12,000 jobs, skill development, and titanium production leadership worldwide.
In the process of revolutionising defence procurement and improving the efficiency of government transactions, the Ministry of Defence surpasses ₹1 lakh crore in transactions on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM).
Both the Indian Air Force and Navy are interested in the indigenous-developed Tapas drone. The results of testing in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands will impact future acquisition choices; the Air Force stresses careful evaluation.
The Vishisht Seva Medal is given to Havaldar Varinder Singh of the Indian Army's Sikh Regiment for his innovative Multipurpose octopopter, which enhances weaponisation, logistical efficiency, and surveillance in difficult terrain.
Arjun Munda, the Union Minister of Agriculture, stresses positive communication with farmers' unions and calls for caution and a supportive atmosphere. Reforms, such as debt reduction, MSP guarantees, and job prospects, are what protestors are calling for.
To promote Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) and invest in innovative concepts for a cleaner, carbon-neutral aviation future by 2040, Embraer collaborates with United Airlines Ventures Sustainable Flight Fund.
By combining natural farming with technology, the Indian government empowers women in agriculture through programmes like ATMA and NMNF, promotes sustainable development, and attends to farmer concerns.
The Indian Army successfully tested the updated NAG Anti-Tank-Guided Missile on February 14, 2024. It has a 4-kilometre range, a 90% hit probability, and can be configured in a variety of ways. The NAMICA tank destroyer enhances its capabilities.
Adil Manzoor Langoo, the terrorist behind the brutal killing of two Punjabi labourers in Srinagar, has been captured by Jammu and Kashmir police, revealing external influences in the violence.
Sabrina Singh, the deputy press secretary for the Pentagon, emphasised the significance of communication while highlighting the US and India's close military collaboration. Shared principles and defence cooperation are the primary subjects of General Manoj Pande's visit.
Under the direction of the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, the government is setting up specialised testing facilities, the first of which will be in Ghaziabad, to guarantee the effectiveness, security, and dependability of essential drone parts in the face of the sector's rapid expansion.
Following the release of eight Indian Navy men who were held hostage, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has scheduled a visit to Qatar for February 14th in order to further deepen his relationship with Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.
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