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INS Trikand, a mission-deployed frontline frigate of the Indian Navy, responded swiftly to a distress call from merchant vessel MV Fareeda 5 in the Western Indian Ocean. The incident occurred on 17 June 2026 when the vessel faced a likely piracy attempt.The warship took prompt action to investigate and deter the threat, ensuring the safety of the merchant vessel and its crew.The Indian Navy confirmed the intervention in a statement on X, emphasising its role as a preferred security partner and first responder in the region. The Navy reiterated its commitment to safeguarding merchant shipping, countering piracy, and maintaining safe…

Kanpur-based MKU has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Greece-based Miltech Hellas S.A. to explore long-term collaboration.This development marks another significant step in MKU’s expanding international footprint and highlights the growing convergence between Indian and European defence industries.The agreement is aimed at identifying areas of cooperation that can lead to sustained partnerships in defence technology, manufacturing, and innovation. Both MKU and Miltech Hellas bring complementary strengths to the table, with MKU’s expertise in soldier protection systems, electro-optics, and armour solutions aligning with Miltech Hellas’s specialisation in advanced defence electronics and systems integration.MKU, headquartered in Kanpur, has established itself as a…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will commission three indigenously built Indian Navy platforms in Kolkata tomorrow, marking a significant milestone in India’s naval modernisation drive.The commissioning ceremony will include INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak and INS Agray, all designed by the Navy’s Warship Design Bureau and constructed by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers.Their induction underscores India’s growing capacity to design and build advanced warships domestically, reducing reliance on foreign suppliers and strengthening maritime self-reliance.INS Dunagiri, a Project 17A stealth frigate, represents the cutting edge of indigenous naval engineering. Armed with BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles and medium-range air defence systems, the vessel is…

Safran Aircraft Engines and India’s Cyran Tech have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding to jointly develop advanced artificial intelligence solutions for aerospace and defence, marking a major Indo‑French innovation milestone during the India‑France Year of Innovation 2026. The agreement was formalised at Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice, in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Emmanuel Macron.The partnership brings together Safran’s global leadership in aero‑engine manufacturing and Cyran Tech’s expertise in sovereign AI systems. Cyran Tech, a deep‑tech start-up from India, has developed advanced EdgeAI intelligence suites capable of real‑time automated inspection and predictive maintenance. These systems will…

Hyderabad-based spacetech company Dhruva Space has entered into a significant partnership with Finnish firm ICEYE through the signing of a memorandum of understanding.The collaboration will span satellite manufacturing, space systems production, earth observation services, disaster management solutions and ground segment infrastructure.This agreement marks a major step in strengthening India’s role in the global space economy while leveraging ICEYE’s expertise in synthetic aperture radar (SAR) technology.The pact was announced against the backdrop of Bharat Innovates 2026, currently underway in Nice, France. Dhruva Space highlighted that the framework is designed to maximise its end-to-end capabilities in spacecraft engineering, scaled manufacturing, launch integration,…

Noida-based Indian Robotics Solution has successfully delivered 20 optical fibre-enabled FPV kamikaze drones to the Indian Army, marking another milestone in India’s indigenous defence modernisation drive.These drones are designed to resist electronic warfare interference and provide secure, precise battlefield capabilities.The delivery of 20 FPV drones represents a significant step in strengthening the Indian Army’s tactical edge. These drones are Kamikaze platforms, engineered to crash into targets with precision, thereby neutralising high-value enemy positions. Their first-person-view configuration ensures operators maintain direct visual control, enabling accurate manoeuvring even in contested environments.A key feature of these drones is their optical fibre guidance system.…

Bangalore-based defence technology start-up UNMANND has developed Titan, an autonomous aerial logistics drone designed for high-altitude operations, with a payload capacity of 30 kilograms, a ceiling of 20,000 feet, and full autonomy for military resupply missions.The system has already been qualified by the Indian defence forces, positioning it as a major step forward in indigenous drone logistics capability.Titan represents a significant advancement in India’s push for self-reliance in defence technology. The drone is engineered to deliver critical supplies, ammunition, and equipment to troops operating in remote and high-altitude terrains where conventional logistics are often slow, risky, or impractical.By reducing dependence…

Jesse H. Ausubel, RealClearDefense Andrew W. Marshall (1921 – 2019) developed methods to analyze long-term geopolitical and military competitions at the RAND Corporation (1949-1973) and then… Source link

India’s acquisition of nine retired UK Jaguars has highlighted its urgent need for spare parts to sustain its ageing Jaguar fleet. With Nigeria holding 25 decommissioned Jaguars in storage, New Delhi may see a fresh opportunity to secure additional airframes and components to extend the operational life of its strike aircraft.India remains the sole operator of the SEPECAT Jaguar fighter jet, a Cold War-era Anglo-French design inducted into the Indian Air Force in 1979. The aircraft, locally known as the Shamsher, continues to serve in six squadrons, each with around 16 to 18 aircraft.Despite their age, Jaguars remain central to…

Gary Anderson, RealClearDefense After dominating the world’s sea lanes since the end of World War II, surviving challenges from the Soviet Navy throughout the Cold War, the United States… Source link