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Army Chief visits BrahMos pavilion at Aero India 2021
Chief of Army Staff, Gen. M M Naravane, visited the BrahMos Aerospace pavilion on the inaugural day of Aero India 2021 on Wednesday. The Army Chief was briefed by Dr. Sudhir K Mishra, CEO & MD of BrahMos, about the formidable BRAHMOS Weapon System and the major milestones the India-Russia defence JV has achieved over the years.

Adm. Karambir Singh, Chief of Naval Staff visits BrahMos pavilion
Admiral Karambir Singh, Chief of Naval Staff visited the BrahMos Aerospace pavilion during the ongoing Aero India airshow in Bengaluru on 3rd Feb 2021. Dr. Sudhir Kumar Mishra, Distinguished Scientist & Director General (BrahMos), DRDO, and CEO and MD, BrahMos Aerospace, briefed the Navy Chief about the BRAHMOS weapon system and its achievements.

BrahMos Aerospace a major attraction at Aero India 2021
BrahMos Aerospace is showcasing the BRAHMOS missile in various configurations, including the land-based weapon complex, ship-based weapon complex, underwater version and air-version along with the BRAHMOS air-borne launcher and equipment manufactured by BATL for Defence and Space applications including systems and sub-systems manufactured by various industries associated with BrahMos.

Raksha Mantri releases the 10th edition of Brahmand World Defence Update 2021
Shri Rajnath Singh, Hon'ble Defence Minister of India on 03rd February 2021 released the 10th edition of global military yearbook 'Brahmand World Defence Update 2021' at the BrahMos Aerospace pavilion during the 1st day of Aero India 2021 in Bengaluru, Karnataka. General Bipin Rawat, Chief of Defence Staff, has penned the 'Foreword' for the book.

Crown group enters into partnership with MiG for post-warranty support to Indian Navy fighter jets
Crown group, which specialises in defence aerospace maintenance, on Wednesday announced it has entered into a strategic partnership with Russian aircraft corporation MiG for providing post-warranty support to the Indian Navy's MiG-29K and MiG-29KUB fighter jets.

BRAHMOS supersonic cruise missile a major feature at Aero India
The BRAHMOS recognised as the fastest supersonic cruise missile is one of the major attractions at Aero India 2021 which began here today. The BRAHMOS with a lethal trident-like combination of speed, precision plus power has emerged as a game changer for India elevating its image worldwide.

India invites global defence and aerospace companies to set up manufacturing units
India on Wednesday invited global defence and aerospace companies to set up manufacturing units in the country taking advantage of various initiatives taken by the government in the field. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India offers unlimited potential in defence and aerospace.

Prepared to defeat any misadventures to defend territorial integrity: Rajnath Singh
India is vigilant in the face of attempts to change status quo at its border and prepared to defeat any misadventures to defend territorial integrity, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said today, amid continued military standoff with China.

Govt formally seals Rs 48,000 cr deal to procure 83 Tejas LCA from HAL
The government today formally sealed the Rs 48,000 crore deal to procure 83 Tejas light combat aircraft from state-run aerospace behemoth Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. The contract was handed over by Director General (Acquisition), Ministry of Defence, V L Kantha Rao to Chairman and Managing Director of HAL, R Madhavan, at the inaugural ceremony of Aero India-2021, the country's premier defence and aerospace show.

Aero India takes off on Feb 3 amidst Covid, buzz around 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat'
The country's premier aerospace and defence exhibition, Aero India 2021 takes off here today amidst the COVID-19 pandemic with buzz around "AatmaNirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan" and "Make in India" push.

Decision to organise Aero India was not easy amid COVID, security challenges on northern borders: Defence Minister
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said the decision to organise Aero India amid COVID pandemic and security challenges along Northern borders was "not easy", as the event, dubbed as Asia's largest military aviation exhibition, will kickstart in the city today.

IAF to host conclave of Air Force chiefs to discuss current issues
The IAF will host a two-day conclave here of Air Force chiefs of various countries to discuss current issues related to "aero space power strategy and technological developments", the Defence Ministry said.

Rs 48,000 crore Tejas aircraft deal to be signed on Wednesday
The government will formally seal today the Rs 48,000 crore deal to procure 83 Tejas light combat aircraft from state-run aerospace behemoth Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd which will be the biggest ever indigenous defence procurement programme, officials said.

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HAL receives RFP for basic trainer HTT40 from Indian Air Force
State-run aerospace behemoth Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) on Thursday said it has received a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Indian Air Force for basic trainer HTT-40. "The RFP has come within six years from the first flight of HAL which is the shortest time-line in the aircraft industry," the Company said.

HAL's order book expected to cross Rs one lakh crore next year, says CMD
State-run aerospace behemoth Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) on Thursday said its order book is expected to cross Rs one lakh crore mark in the next year. Speaking to reporters at the Aero India 2021, he said: "We will be reaching Rs one lakh crore plus probably by next year end....this year is quite comfortable for us," he added.

India ready to supply weapons systems to countries in Indian Ocean Region: Rajnath Singh
India is ready to supply various weapons systems, including missiles and electronic warfare systems, to countries in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday. "Our efforts are to synergise the resources and efforts in the Indian Ocean, including, defence Industry industrial cooperation amongst participating countries," Singh said.

Airbus to partner Flytech to train drone pilots in India
Airbus signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) withFlytech Aviation Academy, a leading Indian aviation training academy, to explore collaboration opportunities in Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) training.

Metal birds dazzle at Bengaluru air show
India on Wednesday displayed the prowess in military aeronautics at the opening session of the 13th edition of the biennial Aero India-2021, inaugurated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singhat the Yelahanka Air Force Station, Bengaluru. While the indigenously developed Tejas-LCA helicopters and Surya Kiran aircraft stole the show, Sukhoi, Rafale, Hawk and the American B-1B Lancer heavy bomber were among the star attractions.

India can take on the role of net security provider in Indian Ocean Region: Defence Minister
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has said India can take on the role of being the net security provider in the Indian Ocean Region as geopolitically it is a reliable partner in the IOR. "We live in a challenging geo-political landscape where countries not only have to face the threat of military aggression, but natural calamities which include pandemics like COVID-19 which has wreaked havoc in the last one year."

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Self-reliance in defence equipment manufacturing crucial for maintaining India's strategic autonomy: Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today said attaining self-reliance in manufacturing of defence equipment is a crucial factor for maintaining India's strategic autonomy. The Minister also asked officials to increase the grants that the startups under iDEX (Innovations for Defence Excellence) receive.

Secretary, Department of Defence R&D and Chairman, DRDO visits BrahMos pavilion
Dr G. Satheesh Reddy, Secretary, Department of Defence R&D and Chairman, DRDO on Friday came on a visit to the BrahMos pavilion at Aero India 2021 where the Joint Venture company is showcasing the BRAHMOS missile in various configurations.

IAF Chief at BrahMos pavilion with CEO & MD, BrahMos
Air Chief Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria, Chief of Air Staff, Indian Air Force visited the BrahMos pavilion on the 3rd day of Aero India 2021. BrahMos is exhibiting various launch platforms for the universal missile system in the 13th edition of the biennial Aero India 2021. These include the air-launched version, naval version and land attack version of BRAHMOS.

Paras Aerospace, SpearUAV sign MoU to introduce micro-tactical UAV in India
SpearUAV,developers and suppliers of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) solutions for defence and Homeland Security applications from Israel, has signedan MoU with Paras Aerospace to introduce encapsulated Ninox 40 system to the Indian market. Specifically designed for single-user operation, the Ninox 40 is a micro-tactical, cost-effective drone system, featuring an encapsulated drone and control unit.

Rafael, BDL to jointly induct anti-torpedo defence system for Indian Navy
Israeli defence technology company Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) are teaming up for joint induction of an anti-torpedo defence system called 'SHADE' for the Indian Navy. "SHADE will be the first system in the world to employ a combination of soft kill and hard kill decoys, thereby providing a robust and effective defence against modern torpedoes", a Rafael statement said.

"One's threat today may be another's tomorrow": India seeks to rally Indian Ocean Region countries
Maritime resources will be key to sustained growth and development of nations across the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) in the ongoing century, he said delivering his keynote address at the IOR Defence Ministers' Conclave held on the margins of Aero India-2021, India's premier defence and aerospace show.

HAL, GE Aviation sign over Rs 100 crore contract for supply of forgings
Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd on Thursday signed a contract valued over Rs 100 crore with GE Aviation for development and supply of ring forgings for its aviation military and commercial engine programs.

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