The Indian Army is enhancing its Army Air Defence systems to combat drone threats, a growing concern in modern warfare. The Defence Director General, Sumer Ivan D’Cunha, emphasizes the importance of robust defence systems.
The Indian Army showcased its Suicide Drone at IIT Jammu, a high-tech weapon designed to track and attack terrorists in densely populated areas. The drone, part of the Mother Drone System, can carry explosives and fire precision.
INS Himagiri and INS Udaygiri, two advanced stealth ships, are set to enhance the Indian Navy’s capabilities in air, sea, and underwater combat, with a smart combat system for flexibility.
These state-of-the-art devices promise secure, high-speed communication, significantly boosting the Coast Guard’s operational effectiveness and aiding joint operations with the Indian Navy.
India and Saudi Arabia have signed a defence contract, enhancing their relationship in defence. The deal, worth $225 million and $80 million respectively, signifies India’s growing position as a significant defence partner in the region.
India and Malaysia have formed a “SU-30 Forum” to improve maintenance and repair of their Russian-made SU-30 fighter jets. The IAF will cover 90% of the cost, while HAL will co-operate.
General Dwivedi discussed recent visits by Pakistani military and intelligence individuals to sensitive zones near the border, addressing the potential threats they pose.
Global spending on defense has reached a record high of $2.46 trillion in 2024, with countries spending 1.9% of their GDP on defense. This increase is driven by security concerns, rising tensions, and lower inflation rates.
India’s F-35A jets face challenges, with the cost of maintaining them increasing from $1.1 trillion in 2018 to $1.58 trillion in 2023, posing significant challenges to the US military’s plan to fly more jets.
India and Japan are preparing for a Joint Military Exercise, known as Dharma Guardian, to enhance cooperation and prepare for various security challenges.
