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Why in the news? The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) unveiled the Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS) during the 76th Republic Day parade, showcasing India’s progress in indigenous defense technology and advanced artillery capabilities for the military. Unveiling of ATAGS at the Parade: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) presented the Advanced …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The introduction of counter-drone systems with micro missiles and swarm drones using advanced algorithms marks a breakthrough in defense. These innovations promise precision, scalability, and resilience for military and civilian operations across diverse terrains and scenarios. Counter-Drone Systems: Advanced Defense Capabilities The first counter-drone system uses micro missiles to neutralize aerial …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Defence TechnologyIndigenization of Technology Focus: On January 15, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi commissioned three major naval platforms — INS Surat, INS Nilgiri, and INS Vagsheer — built indigenously at Mazagon Dock. This milestone showcases India’s strides towards maritime self-reliance under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. A Milestone for …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS : Emerging technology Why in the News? Recently, India’s efforts to integrate AI into the military have gained attention, highlighting challenges such as scalability, systemic gaps, inter-industry silos, reliance on PSUs and the need for strategic direction. Introduction India is rapidly incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into its defense sector with the aim of …
Read MoreWhy in the News? India-U.S.: Announced collaboration on co-producing U.S. sonobuoys for the Indian Navy’s Undersea Domain Awareness (UDA). Purpose of Collaboration: Strengthen anti-submarine warfare capabilities and enhance India’s maritime security What are Sonobuoys? Advanced Devices: Electro-mechanical acoustic sensors for detecting, classifying, and tracking underwater vessels. Deployment Method: Dropped by naval helicopters or aircraft in …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Security challenges and their management Technological advancement and research imperatives. Why in the News? China’s unveiling of two new stealth fighter jets and other high-technology platforms has underscored its technological supremacy. This highlights the widening gap between the People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) and the Indian Air Force (IAF), which continues …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The United States has introduced the Dark Eagle Anti-Missile System, a hypersonic defense technology with unmatched speed and range, designed to counter ballistic, cruise, and hypersonic missiles, ensuring national and allied security against evolving global threats. Key Features and Capabilities: The Dark Eagle Anti-Missile System, developed by the United States, is …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India conducted a successful test of its first long-range hypersonic missile, developed by DRDO, marking a milestone in advanced military technology with over 1,500 km range capabilities. Historic Achievement India successfully test-fired its first long-range hypersonic missile from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha, on 16th November The Defence Research and …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Taiwan’s defence minister announced the United States will decide the future of Taiwan’s decommissioned HAWK missiles, a system historically significant but outdated, affecting Taiwan’s strategic defence planning. source:indianexpress About the HAWK Missile: The HAWK (Homing All the Way Killer) MIM-23 is an all-weather, low-to-medium altitude surface-to-air missile system, developed by …
Read MoreWhy in the news? France is assessing India’s Pinaka rocket system for its military needs, considering its capabilities as part of a broader review of artillery options amid increased defence cooperation. About France’s Interest in India’s Pinaka Rocket System: France is considering India’s Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launch system (MBRL) as part of its search for …
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