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SP's Military Yearbook 2021-2022

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September 16, 2024

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW / MIDHANI
Strengthening India's Strategic Sectors with Advanced Material Technology: S.K. Jha, CMD, Midhani

By Manish Kumar Jha

August 14, 2024
India's Embrace of Counter-War Technologies: Strengthening National Defence
By Manish Kumar Jha and Prof Amit Das
August 7, 2024
Bangladesh in Turmoil: From Liberation to Frustration
By Manish Kumar Jha
July 2, 2024
Advancing the Indian Air Force training capabilities
By Manish Kumar Jha
June 19, 2024
India-Italy: 'Melodi' Harmony will boost defence relations
By Ranjit Kumar, Strategic Affairs Analyst
June 3, 2024
How the future of Unmanned Military Aircraft is unfolding
By Manish Kumar Jha

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Experts Speak

October 14, 2024
Litani's Litany of Woes

By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)

September 28, 2024
Sixth QUAD Leaders' Summit
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
September 28, 2024
Weaponised Electronic Devices
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
September 28, 2024
3D Printing in War
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
September 28, 2024
Major Space Projects Green-Lighted
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)

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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
'Zeitenwende' the Turning Point!

By Manish Kumar Jha

Role of the IAF in Nation Building
By Air Marshal Anil Chopra (Retd)
NDA 3.0 – Boost Defence Allocations
By Lt General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
Advancing the Indian Air Force Training Capabilities
By Manish Kumar Jha
Cyber Laws and Regulations in India — Military Challenges
By Manish Kumar Jha

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News

October 8, 2024
Indian Air Force's display of air power & 'Aatmanirbharta' resolve marks its 92nd anniversary celebrations at Air Force Station, Tambaram in Chennai
An immaculate ceremonial parade, a breath-taking demonstration of air power and a spectacular static display of state-of-the-art equipment marked the celebrations of the 92nd anniversary of the Indian Air Force (IAF) at the Air Force Station, Tambaram in Chennai, Tamil Nadu on October 8, 2024.
October 6, 2024
IAF Pilots Paint Chennai Skies Blue During its 92nd Anniversary Celebrations
As the Indian Air Force approaches its 92nd Anniversary on October 6, 2024, a breathtaking air show captivated an audience which turned up in large numbers and is likely to cross an estimate figure of 15 lakhs at one of the world's longest beaches, Marina Beach, Chennai.
October 2, 2024
Indian Air Force Celebrates Swachhata Diwas – Reaffirming Commitment to Cleanliness and Sustainability
The Indian Air Force (IAF) today observed Swachhata Diwas in alignment with the nation-wide “Swachh Bharat Abhiyan,” marking another significant step towards maintaining cleanliness and environmental sustainability.
September 30, 2024
Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh takes over as the Chief of the Air Staff
Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh took over as Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) at a ceremony at Air Headquarters (Vayu Bhawan) on September 30, 2024.
September 30, 2024
Successful SWIFT Demonstration Showcases Lockheed Martin and Altera Collaboration with OUSD (R&E), Highlighting the Future of Electronic Warfare and Microelectronics
Lockheed Martin in collaboration with Altera, an Intel Company, completed a successful flight demonstration of our 12th Generation Electronic Warfare (Gen12) transceiver utilizing Altera's Agilex™ 9 Direct RF FPGA (Multi-Chip Package, MCP-2).
September 27, 2024
Embraer delivers the seventh C-390 Millennium to the Brazilian Air Force
Embraer, a global leader in the aerospace industry, delivered today the seventh C-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft to the First Squadron of the First Group (1°/1° GT) at Galeão Air Force Base in Rio de Janeiro.
September 25, 2024
South African National Defense Force advances with C-390 acquisition process
Embraer, a global leader in the aerospace industry, is proud to announce the spotlight appearance of its C-390 Millennium multi-mission military transport aircraft at the Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) exhibition, held at Waterkloof Air Force Base, September 18-22.
September 21, 2024
Indian Air Force Successfully Completes Exercise Eastern Bridge VII at RAFO Masirah
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has successfully completed Exercise Eastern Bridge VII with the Royal Air Force of Oman (RAFO) at the RAFO airbase in Masirah.
September 21, 2024
Indian Air Force Air Show Set to Dazzle Chennai Ahead of 92nd IAF Anniversary
Towards celebrating its 92nd anniversary, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to host an immaculate air show in the skies over Tamil Nadu, on October 6, 2024.
September 20, 2024
Boeing Completes First Flight of UK E-7 Wedgetail
Boeing has completed the first flight of the UK's E-7 Wedgetail for the Royal Air Force (RAF). A Boeing flight-test crew conducted functional checks during the first flight from Birmingham Airport, marking a significant milestone in the programme's test and evaluation phase.
September 15, 2024
Annual Day of Air Force Association
The Air Force Association (AFA) celebrated its 44th Annual Day today. As part of the celebrations, the President of Air Force Association, Air Chief Marshal R.K.S. Bhadauria (Retd) laid a wreath at the National War Memorial on behalf of all IAF Veterans in the morning on September 15, 2024, to honour those Armed Forces personnel who have made the supreme sacrifice for the nation.
September 13, 2024
EW Conference “Spectrum” 2024 at Base Repair Depot Najafgarh, New Delhi
Base Repair Depot Najafgarh, New Delhi successfully conducted EW Conference “Spectrum” on September 13, 2024. The theme of the conference was “EW: Trends, Technologies & Maintenance Challenges”.
September 12, 2024
Embraer looking at enhancing its supply chain base in India
A high-level delegation from Embraer is concluding a visit to India this week as it evaluates the expansion of its supply chain into the country.
September 10, 2024
Lockheed Martin and Tata Advanced Systems Announce Agreement to Expand C-130J Super Hercules Opportunities in India
Agreement Supports India's Medium Transport Aircraft Program and New Maintenance Facility
September 9, 2024
CDS General Anil Chauhan releases Joint Doctrine for Amphibious Operations
In a landmark event, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan released the Joint Doctrine for Amphibious Operations during the Chiefs of Staff Committee (COSC) meeting held on September 9, 2024, in New Delhi.
September 9, 2024
Aatmanirbharta in defence: MoD signs ₹26,000 crore contract with HAL for 240 AL-31FP Aero Engines for Su-30 MKI aircraft
In a major boost to Aatmanirbhar Bharat, Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for 240 AL-31FP Aero Engines for Su-30 MKI aircraft at a cost of over ₹26,000 crore.
September 9, 2024
Historic Flight by Vice Chiefs of Army, Navy, and Air Force Marks Milestone in Indigenous Defence Capabilities
In a landmark event for India's Defence forces, the Vice Chiefs of Indian Army, Navy and Air Force made history today by flying in the indigenously manufactured Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas.
September 9, 2024
Indian Army & Indian Air Force ink MoU with Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya, in the presence of Defence Minister & Railways Minister, to enhance the skills of personnel in logistics operations
To enhance the skills and capability building of their personnel, Indian Army and Indian Air Force signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya, Vadodara in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Minister of Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw in New Delhi on September 9, 2024.
September 9, 2024
Lockheed Martin Catalyses India's Defence & Aerospace Manufacturing Ecosystem With Its 10th Suppliers Conference
Lockheed Martin announced today that it will host the 10th edition of its India Suppliers Conference on September 11-12, 2024 at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Bengaluru.
September 5, 2024
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh presides over maiden Joint Commanders' Conference in Lucknow
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh presided over the maiden Joint Commanders' Conference in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh on the second and final day of the apex-level military leadership meeting on September 5, 2024.
September 5, 2024
Lockheed Martin Welcomes Egypt to the C-130J Super Hercules Fleet
The Egyptian Armed Forces announced today at the Egypt International Air Show that Lockheed Martin will deliver two C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical airlifters to the Egyptian Air Force (EAF) through a Foreign Military Sale (FMS) with the US Air Force.
September 5, 2024
Embraer delivers the first C-390 Millennium to the Hungarian Air Force
Embraer today delivered the first C-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft to the Hungarian Air Force. The aircraft will be the first in the world equipped with a roll-on/roll-off Intensive Care Unit, being even better equipped to perform humanitarian missions and Medical Evacuation Missions.