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Indian seafarers remain most abandoned at sea for another year
For two consecutive years, Indian seafarers have faced the highest rates of abandonment, with 411 individuals already left stranded on ships within the initial six months of the current year. According to a report from TOI, a total of 116 vessels and 1,672 seafarers have been abandoned so far in this year.
ARTPARK: From legged robots to advanced cargo drones, a look at India's first robotics park
ARTPARK, India's pioneering AI and robotics hub established in 2020 within the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) campus, Bengaluru, aims to foster inclusivity and equitable access to technology. With a core focus on innovation, skilling, and industry collaboration, ARTPARK nurtures startups, supports research, and tackles societal challenges. Backed by substantial funding, it's a nexus for developing cutting-edge solutions and driving India's technological advancement.
One year of Manipur violence: Meitei and Kuki-Zomi communities on Friday organised separate events in their respective areas of Manipur
Meitei and Kuki-Zomi communities commemorated one year post-ethnic violence with symbolic protests, black clothes, slogans, and tributes to the fallen, urging unity and peace amidst ongoing conflicts in Manipur.
LCA Mark 1A aircraft completes first flight in Bengaluru
The indigenous LCA Mark 1A fighter completed its first flight in Bengaluru. Indian Air Force signed a Rs 48,000 crore contract for 83 planes, with clearance for 97 more. HAL conducted ground trials. Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari mentioned 220 LCA mark 1As. Ideal to replace MiG-series planes.
Manipur: Strike called in protest of UNLF cadres' arrest
The CSOs stated there is peace agreement, a ceasefire, and ongoing dialogue. “These people are not supposed to be arrested. With the arrest of the chief of army, they have violated the ceasefire agreement. This is a humiliation to the party and the people of Manipur.”
Vice Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi takes over as Vice Chief of Naval Staff
succeeding his role as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command. Commissioned into the Indian Navy in 1985, Vice Admiral Tripathi specializes in Communication and Electronic Warfare.
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Vice-Admiral Sanjay Singh takes over as Western Naval Command chief in Mumbai
Vice-Admiral Sanjay J Singh has been appointed as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command (WNC) in India. He succeeded Vice-Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, who was appointed as the Vice Chief of Naval Staff. Singh has a 37-year career in the Navy, serving on various ships and holding various command, training, and staff appointments.
Navy to deploy aircraft carriers INS Vikramaditya and INS Vikrant for Milan-2024 in Vizag
"The event will be held under the aegis of the Eastern Naval Command (ENC) of the Indian Navy with likely participation from nearly 50 friendly countries as a delegation, and 20 foreign warships along with one maritime patrol aircraft," said Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag-Officer Commanding-in-Chief (FOC-in-C) Eastern Naval Command.
Kwatra meets Iranian foreign minister in Tehran, discusses Chabahar port project
Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra met with Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian in Tehran to discuss ways to boost connectivity through strategic Chabahar port and the current situation in West Asia arising out of the Hamas-Israel conflict.
FS Kwatra calls on PM Hasina, reaffirms India's support for deeper economic partnership with Bangladesh
"Foreign Secretary @AmbVMKwatra paid a courtesy call on Hon'ble Prime Minister H.E Sheikh Hasina in Dhaka. FS conveyed warm wishes of PM @narendramodi to PM H.E Sheikh Hasina and reaffirmed India's support for wider and deeper development & economic partnership with Bangladesh," the Indian High Commission tweeted.
Aero India 2023: LCA Tejas to be at the centre stage of 'India Pavilion'
A full-scale Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas in final operational clearance (FOC) configuration will be at the centre stage of 'India Pavilion' at Aero India 2023.
Aero India 2023 kicks off in Bengaluru: Here are 10 quick facts
The 14th edition of Asia's largest aero show, Aero India 2023, kicks off in Bengaluru on Monday. The five-day event will focus on displaying indigenous equipment/technologies and forging partnerships with foreign companies. The event will also help in integrating domestic MSMEs and start-ups in the global supply chain and attract foreign investments including partnerships for co-development and co-production. Here is all you need to know about the event
PM Modi to inaugurate 14th edition of Aero India tomorrow
Tomorrow marks the opening of India's biennial Aero India exhibition by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which will highlight the nation as a developing centre for the production of military aircraft, helicopters, equipment, and cutting-edge avionics.
LCA Tejas to be at the centre stage of 'India Pavilion' at Aero India 2023
The India Pavilion will further showcase the growth of India in developing an eco-system for fixed wing platform which includes the demonstration of various structural modules, simulators and systems, among others, of LCA-Tejas aircraft being produced by private partners.
India, UK to launch Young Professionals Scheme on Feb 28
During the FOC, Barton and Kwatra appreciated that letters formalizing the Young Professional Scheme were exchanged on the occasion of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas on January 9 in London. The UK-India Young Professionals Scheme will offer 3,000 places annually to 18 to 30 years old degree-educated Indian nationals to come to the UK to live and work for up to two years. The programme will be reciprocal, also allowing UK professionals in the same position to participate in a professional exchange by living and working in India.
India, UK exchange views on Afghanistan, Ukraine during Foreign Office consultations, seek early conclusion of FTA
The Indian delegation at the 15th India-UK Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) was led by Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra while the British side was led by Sir Philip Barton, Permanent Under-Secretary, Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). The last FOC was held in November 2020 in London. The release said the Foreign Office Consultations provided an opportunity to review the progress made in the implementation of Roadmap 2030 despite the restrictions imposed by the COVID-pandemic.
Indian Navy launches stealth frigate 'Taragiri'
This ship has been built using an integrated construction methodology which involves hull block construction in different geographical locations and integration and erection on the slipway at the MDL.
Eros Investments acquires 90% in DRM company ENT Global
Under the partnership, they will launch first of its kind Fiat-on-Chain (FoC) entertainment ecosystem, which will allow creators and fans to interact directly to purchase, sell and trade various digital assets, the company said.
India, Uzbekistan agree to exploit full potential of Chabahar port for trade
The two sides also agreed to take steps to enhance connectivity to boost trade during the 15th round of India-Uzbekistan Foreign Office Consultations that took place in Delhi.
India, USA discuss Ukraine amid diverging views on the issue
These issues besides positive and constructive Quad agenda and the need to work together to strengthen the India-US global partnership regarding supply chains, critical technologies, health security, climate actions & clean energy and terrorism were discussed at the India-USA Foreign Office consultations here.
Indo-US talks focus on security concerns
The two sides also discussed Quad and the need to work together to strengthen the India-US global partnership on supply chains, critical technologies, health security, climate actions and clean energy and terrorism. ET was the first to report about Nuland's India visit.
India, Canada review cooperation in key sectors
The Indian delegation was led by Saurabh Kumar, Secretary (East) in the MEA. The Canadian side was headed by Marta Morgan, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Global Affairs Canada.
Admiral Hari Kumar takes charge as new Navy chief
Admiral Kumar was serving as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command before taking the reins of the force. Born on April 12, 1962, Admiral Kumar was commissioned on January 1, 1983, into the executive branch of the Indian Navy.
IAF chief RKS Bhadauria flies Tejas MK 1 FOC fighter in Bengaluru
During his two-day visit on August 23-24, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) also visited the Software Development Institute (SDI), the unit tasked with undertaking the development of avionics software.
How model-based design drives an algorithm that silently works under an EV's hood
There are two aspects to FOC development for a motor control system. One, where one mimics the control model which is essentially the FOC algorithm component. Another is the plant model responsible for testing the algorithm in a simulated environment.
IAF to operationalise No.18 Squadron at Coimbatore
The No.18 Squadron, formed in 1965 with the motto "Teevra aur Nirbhaya" meaning "Swift and Fearless," was earlier flying MiG 27 aircraft.
Anil Kumar Chawla appointed as FOC-in-Chief of Southern Naval
Anil Kumar Chawla is presently the Chief of Personnel at the Integrated Headquarters of the Ministry of Defence (Navy), at Delhi.
Vice Admiral Satish Soni flags off sailing ships on IFR's last day
The sailing ships were flagged-off by a senior Naval official on conclusion of the five-day-long International Fleet Review.
HAL orderbook of Rs 41,000 crore very low for aeronautical industry
The basic trainer aircraft HTT-40 would start the stalling and spinning tests in the next 45 days and HAL would take a production decision by the beginning of next year.
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