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DRDO Conducts Successful Flight-Test of Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM)

November 13, 2024

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has achieved an important milestone. On November 12, 2024, it conducted the first flight-test of the Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM). This missile has a range of 1,000 km and was ..

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UK’s 6th Generation Stealth Fighter Jet Receives Approval

November 12, 2024

The UK has approved an important military project. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has endorsed the Global Combat Aircraft Programme (GCAP). This initiative involves collaboration with Italy and Japan. It aims to develop a sixth-generation stealth fighter jet. The project responds ..

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Antariksha Abhyas: India’s First-Ever Space Exercise

November 12, 2024

India is hosting an important military exercise called Antariksha Abhyas from 11 to 13 November 2024. This event focuses on the security of space-based assets and services. It marks a pioneering effort by the Defence Space Agency to address the ..

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What is Arrow-3 Missile Interception System?

November 12, 2024

Israel’s Defence Ministry is enhancing military collaboration with Germany. The focus is on deploying the Arrow-3 missile interception system in Germany by 2025. This initiative follows recent geopolitical tensions in Europe, particularly due to Russia’s actions in Ukraine. Increased defence ..

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Indian Navy’s OpDemo2024

November 11, 2024

The Indian Navy is set to showcase its maritime prowess at the upcoming Operational Demonstration (OpDemo2024) in Puri, Odisha. This event coincides with Navy Day on December 4. President Droupadi Murmu will attend as the chief guest. The demonstration aims ..

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India-Australia Joint Military Exercise “AUSTRAHIND” Begins

November 9, 2024

Exercise AUSTRAHIND has commenced in Pune, Maharashtra. This joint military exercise runs from 8th to 21st November 2024. It involves troops from India and Australia. The exercise takes place annually, alternating between the two nations. The last edition occurred in ..

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Anti-Terror Conference 2024

November 9, 2024

The Anti-Terror Conference 2024 highlighted the urgent challenges posed by modern terrorism. Union Home Minister Amit Shah stressed the necessity of advanced technology and training to combat these threats. The conference aimed to enhance collaboration among various stakeholders in the ..

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Poorvi Prahaar: India Launches Major Tri-Services Exercise

November 9, 2024

India is preparing for an important military exercise named ‘Poorvi Prahaar’. This tri-services event begins on November 8 and lasts for ten days. It involves the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. The exercise aims to demonstrate operational readiness and ..

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Indian Military Heritage Festival 2024 Launches in New Delhi

November 8, 2024

The 2nd edition of the Indian Military Heritage Festival (IMHF) is taking place in New Delhi on November 8-9, 2024. This festival aims to promote discussions on India’s national security and military heritage. It serves as a platform for global ..

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Indian Army Inducts 550 Asmi Machine Pistols

November 7, 2024

The Indian Army made an important advancement in its Atmanirbharta initiative. The induction of 550 ‘Asmi’ machine pistols into the Northern Command marks a pivotal moment for indigenous defence manufacturing in India. What is the Atmanirbharta Initiative? Atmanirbharta, or self-reliance, ..

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