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BrahMos extends warm welcome to Russian VIP
Mr. Boris Obnosov, Director General of Tactical Missiles Corporation, during his visit on the inaugural day of Aero India 2023 at the BrahMos pavilion, was apprised about the BRAHMOS missile system by Mr. Alexander Maksichev, JMD of BrahMos Aerospace.

BrahMos welcomes Kazakh delegation at Aero India 2023
A high-level delegation from Kazakhstan, including Col. Talgat Syzdykov, Deputy Commander of the Air Defence Forces of Kazakhstan, was welcomed at BrahMos pavilion on the inaugural day of Aero India 2023 being held in Bengaluru. BRAHMOS supersonic cruise missile is one of the major attractions at the Air Show, organised by the Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India, will be held from February 13 to 17, 2023 at the Air Force Base, Yelahanka, Bengaluru.

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh releases 12th edition of Brahmand World Defence Update
Shri Rajnath Singh, Hon'ble Defence Minister of India on 13th February 2023 released the 12th edition of global military compendium 'Brahmand World Defence Update 2023' at BrahMos Aerospace pavilion during the inaugural day of Aero India 2023 in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The yearbook was released in the presence of Shri Atul Dinkar Rane, OS & DG (BrahMos), DRDO and CEO & MD of BrahMos Aerospace, Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Joshi, Dy CEO of BrahMos Aerospace and other senior BrahMos officials.

VIP visit at BrahMos pavilion at Aero India 2023
Maj. Gen. (Retd.) Tarique Ahmed Siddique, Defence and Security adviser to Bangladesh Prime Minister, visited the BrahMos pavilion today on the inaugural day of Aero India 2023, being held at the Air Force base Yalahanka in Bengaluru.

Saab setting up manufacturing facility for Carl-Gustaf weapon system in India
Swedish defence major Saab has announced it is setting up a manufacturing facility in India for Carl-Gustaf recoilless rifles that will support the production of the man-portable multi-role weapon system for the Indian armed forces. Saab will also be partnering with Indian sub-suppliers and the systems manufactured in the facility will fully meet the requirements of 'Make in India', Chairman and Managing Director, Saab India Technologies, Mats Palmberg said.

United States Air Force's F-35 to make debut at Aero India
The United States Air Force's (USAF) newest fifth-generation fighters the stealthy, supersonic, multi-role F-35A Lightning II and F-35A Joint Strike Fighter will make their debut at Aero India 2023. The F-35A Lightning II from Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska will be on static display.

India rejuvenated defence production sector in 8-9 years: PM Modi
After inaugurating the 14th edition of Aero India at the Yelahanka Air Force station complex on the outskirts of Bengaluru, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India has "rejuvenated" its defence production sector in the last eight-nine years and is looking at increasing the export of military hardware from USD 1.5 billion (one billion=Rs 100 crore) to USD five billion by 2024-25.

Boeing to showcase initiatives to boost 'Make-in-India' at Aero India
US aerospace major Boeing will showcase at Aero India its focus on boosting local services, investments and partnerships in complimenting India's ambitious goal of achieving self-reliance in defence manufacturing.

Thales to display futuristic military equipment at Aero India
French defence major Thales said it will showcase at Aero India a plethora of its futuristic platforms and equipment, including radars, drones, short range air defence systems and anti-submarine warfare devices.

PM Modi inaugurates Aero India 2023
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today showcased India as an attractive destination for investment in the defence manufacturing sector, and said it will move towards becoming one of the leading exporters of military hardware globally. Modi made the comments in his address after inaugurating the 14th edition of Aero India at the Yalahanka Air Force station complex on the outskirts of Bengaluru.

BrahMos Aerospace participates in Aero India 2023
BrahMos Aerospace (JV) 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 including systems and sub-systems manufactured by various industries associated with BrahMos, at the mega event, Aero India 2023, which kick-started today at the Air Force Base, Yelahanka, Bengaluru.

Rajnath Singh to host Defence Ministers' conclave at Aero India
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will host the 'Defence Ministers' Conclave' on February 14, on the sidelines of 14th edition of Aero India in Bengaluru. The biennial airshow would be held at the Air Force Station in Yelahanka here from February 13-17. The conclave will see participation of Defence Ministers of foreign friendly countries, who would also be attending the Aero India.

Russia to display Sukhoi fifth-generation fighter at Aero India air show
The Sukhoi fifth-generation fighter jet, the Checkmate light tactical fighter and Orlan-30 drones will be among 200 types of the most advanced Russian-made armaments and military hardware that will be displayed at the upcoming Aero India 2023 international air show, Russia's state arms seller has said.

HAL to display scale model of 'Next Gen Supersonic Trainer' for first time
The Hindustan Aeronautics Limited will display for the first time the scale model of Hindustan Lead in Fighter Trainer (HLFT-42), at the Aero India. HLFT-42 is the 'Next Gen Supersonic Trainer' that will play a "critical role" in modern combat aircraft training with state-of-the-art avionics like Active Electronically Scanned Array, Electronic Warfare Suite, Infrared Search and Track with Fly by Wire control system, the HAL said.

US delegation to Aero India-2023 one of the biggest ever: US Ambassador
United States Charg d'Affaires Ambassador to India Elizabeth Jones on Sunday said her country's delegation to Aero India-2023 is one of the biggest ever in the premier aviation exhibition's history, and insisted that India and the US are crucial partners in many ways to ensure a free, open and resilient Indo-Pacific region where democracies can thrive.

Aero India set to take off today, dazzling aerial displays on the cards
The 14th edition of India's largest aerospace and defence exhibition, Aero India, takes off today with inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi bolstering the 'Make in India' campaign and giving a fresh impetus to the domestic aviation sector. The five-day event will include aerial displays by aircraft and helicopters along with a large exhibition and trade fair of aerospace and defence companies.

Day 1

13

Feb

Mesmerising mid-air maneuverings leave audience spellbound at Aero India
Mesmerising aerial display left the audience spellbound at the inaugural session of the Aero India-2023. The metal birds soared high and performed breathtaking aerobatics and mid-air maneuvering as the five-day aerospace and defence show took off at the Air Force Station Yelahanka. There were displays by the HAL made LCA Tejas, Light Combat Helicopters, Light Utility Helicopters and Sukhoi-30, and Dhruv Advanced Light Helicopters, among others.

Chief of Army Staff Gen. Manoj Pande visits BrahMos at Aero India 2023
Chief of Army Staff, Indian Army, Gen. Manoj Pande made a visit to the BrahMos pavilion during Aero India 2023. Gen. Pande interacted with Atul D Rane, CEO & MD of BrahMos and other senior officials. He was apprised of the latest upgrades incorporated in the BRAHMOS Weapon System.

F-35 fighter demonstrates prowess with stunning aerial display at Aero India
The United States Air Force's (USAF) newest fifth-generation F-35 fighter demonstrated its prowess at Aero India, Asia largest air show underway here. The stealthy, supersonic, multi-role F-35A Lightning II and F-35A Joint Strike Fighter made their debut at the five-day aerospace and defence exhibition at Air Force Station Yelahanka here.

India does not believe in countering security challenges in neo-colonial paradigms: Rajnath
India does not believe in giving "sermons or cut-and-dried" solutions to countries in need of assistance, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said today. In an address to his counterparts from various countries at Aero India here, Singh also called for united efforts to counter pressing security challenges, including the threat of terrorism.

Aero India 2023: Russian official pays a visit at BrahMos pavilion
Mr. Vladimir Drozhov, Deputy Director, Federal Service for Military-Technical Cooperation (FSVTS), Russia, visited BrahMos pavilion during Aero India 2023. Mr. Drozhov interacted with Shri Atul D Rane, CEO & MD of BrahMos Aerospace and discussed the latest progress made by the India-Russia JV entity.

Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy, Scientific Advisor to Rakhsha Mantri, visited BrahMos pavilion at Aero India
Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy, Scientific Advisor to Rakhsha Mantri, visited BrahMos pavilion at Aero India 2023 and interacted with Shri Atul D Rane, DG, BrahMos, DRDO and CEO & MD, BrahMos Aerospace and other senior officials and staff of the JV entity. During the visit, Dr. Reddy released the silver jubilee edition on BRAHMASTRA magazine.

India does not want to remain 'assembly workshop' for military platforms: Rajnath to CEOs of defence majors
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has conveyed to the top honchos of Indian and global aerospace majors that India does not want to remain an "assembly workshop" for military platforms and asserted that it now aims to produce cutting-edge defence hardware. Singh made the remarks while addressing a "CEOs' Roundtable" at the 14th edition of Aero India at the Yelahanka Air Force station complex on the outskirts of Bengaluru.

Indian Army official visits BrahMos pavilion
Lt. Gen. JB Chaudhari, Deputy Chief of Army Staff (CD&S), Indian Army, visited BrahMos pavilion on the inaugural day of Aero India 2023. In an impressive display of its missile making capabilities, BrahMos Aerospace, the producer of BRAHMOS supersonic cruise missile system, is exhibiting the air, land and sea variants of the world-class weapon at the biennial event.

Saudi Arabia delegation welcomed at BrahMos pavilion at Aero India 2023
A high-level Saudi Arabia delegation headed by Major General Pilot Abdulla I AL-Ghamdi visited BrahMos pavilion on Day-1 of Aero India 2023. Shri Atul D Rane, DG, BrahMos, DRDO and CEO & MD of BrahMos Aerospace apprised the Saudi delegation about the BRAHMOS Weapon System and its formidable capabilities.

Day 2

14

Feb

Deputy Chief of the Air Staff pays a visit to BrahMos
Deputy Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Narmadeshwar Tiwari visited the BrahMos Aerospace pavilion during the ongoing Aero India airshow in Bengaluru on 15th Feb 2023. Shri Atul D Rane, OS & DG (BrahMos), DRDO, and CEO and MD, BrahMos Aerospace, briefed the DCOAS, IAF about the BRAHMOS weapon system and its achievements.

Aero India 2023: CNS Admiral R Hari Kumar visits BrahMos Aerospace pavilion
Admiral R Hari Kumar, PVSM, AVSM, VSM, ADC, Chief of Naval Staff, Indian Navy, visited the BrahMos Aerospace pavilion on the 3rd day of Aero India 2023. The Navy Chief was briefed by Shri Atul D Rane, CEO & MD of BrahMos, about the formidable BRAHMOS Weapon System and the major milestones the India-Russia defence JV has achieved over the years.

India to spend 75 pc of defence capital outlay for procurement from domestic firms: Rajnath
In a significant announcement, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today said the government will spend 75 per cent of the total defence capital outlay for procurement from domestic defence manufacturers from 2023-24. The decision will mean setting aside of around Rs 100,000 crore for procurement of military platforms and equipment from the Indian manufacturers, he said.

"Design our Destiny" should be our new mantra, says Defence Minister
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today expressed confidence that India will soon be among the leading countries in the field of innovation and emerge as the "light house" to the entire world. Speaking after inaugurating the annual defence innovation event 'Manthan' during the Aero India here, he said, if we want to bring the next generation industrial revolution, then we should either do new things, or try to do the existing things in a new way.

BrahMos extends warm welcome to Minister of State for Defence Shri Ajay Bhatt
Shri Ajay Bhatt, Hon'ble Minister of State for Defence, was welcomed at the BrahMos pavilion by Team BrahMos on 3rd day of Aero India 2023. Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Joshi, Dy CEO of BrahMos Aerospace explained to him about the unmatched capabilities of the Supersonic Weapon System and also updated him about the latest developments taking place in the BRAHMOS missile.

Indian Army looking at procuring around 200 indigenously-built Prachand and LUH
The Indian Army is planning to procure around 95 Prachand Light Combat Helicopters (LCH) and 110 Light Utility Helicopters (LUH) to enhance the profile of its combat aviation wing, Chief of Army Staff Gen Manoj Pande said.

Developing critical defence components indigenously: DRDO chief
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is working on developing a precision guidance kit, a seat ejection system for the pilots and pyrotechnic cartridges, DRDO Chairman Samir V Kamat said. The DRDO is also coming up with an engine for its Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Tapas.

India in talks with Egypt, Argentina for possible supply of Tejas light combat aircraft
Argentina and Egypt have joined a number of other countries in showing interest in procuring the indigenously-developed Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas from India. HAL chairman CB Ananthakrishnan said on the sidelines of Aero India-2023 on Tuesday, that India is in talks with both Argentina and Egypt for possible supply of Tejas aircraft.

Time has come for Indian aircraft to fly with indigenously-developed engines: Rajnath Singh
India is working on the details of indigenous manufacturing of aero engines to provide a new fillip to the aerospace sector and achieve self-reliance, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said. In an address at a seminar at the Aero India on Tuesday, he said it is time to ensure that Indian aircraft fly with indigenously-developed engines and underlined the need for focusing on design and development of essential weapon systems within the country.

Chief of Air Force, Royal Malaysian Air Force, welcomed at BrahMos pavilion
Gen. Tan Mohd Asghar Khan bin Goriman Khan, Chief of Air Force, Royal Malaysian Air Force, visited the BrahMos pavilion on the 2nd day of Aero India 2023. He interacted with Atul D Rane, CEO & MD of BrahMos, who briefed him about the universal BRAHMOS Weapon System and its formidable capabilities.

Vice Chief of Army Staff visits BrahMos pavilion at Aero India 2023
Lt. Gen. B. S. Raju, Vice Chief of the Army Staff, Indian Army, visited the BrahMos pavilion on second day of Aero India 2023. He interacted with senior BrahMos officials and was updated about the progress made by the JV in enhancing the functionalities and capabilities of the formidable BRAHMOS Weapon System.

Day 3

15

Feb

HAL seals contract with Argentinian Air Force for supply of helicopter spares
State-run aerospace behemoth Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) will supply spares and provide engine repair services to Argentinian Air Force's two-tonne class helicopters. The HAL inked an agreement with the air force of the South American country for extending the services, officials said

Aero India witnesses 266 partnerships having potential to unlock business worth around Rs 80,000 crore
As many as 266 partnerships including 201 MoUs, 53 major announcements and nine product launches were firmed up at the Aero-India that could unlock business potentials worth around Rs 80,000 crore. The MoUs included one between HAL and Safran Helicopter Engines of France.

Solar-powered drone designed for surveillance operations unveiled at Aero India
Drone startup Garuda Aerospace has unveiled its solar-powered drone "SURAJ", designed specifically for surveillance operations, at Aero India 2023 here. Principal Scientific Advisor to Defence Minister and former DRDO Chief Dr. Satheesh Reddy unveiled the drone.

Indian Navy shows interest in acquiring Boeing Super Hornets fighter aircraft
Boeing has submitted details to the Indian Navy for assessment about the Super Hornets fighter aircraft produced by the company. Boeing Defense, Space and Security, India business development head, Alain Garcia said the company has handed over the details and the Indian Navy is also interested in acquiring six more P-8 patrol aircraft.

BEL to manufacture Israel's LORA ballistic missile for Indian Tri-services
Navratna Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL) has signed an MoU with Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) for domestic manufacture and supply of its Long Range Artillery Weapon System (LORA) for the Indian Tri-services. The state-of-the-art strategic weapon system will be manufactured by BEL, as the prime contractor, based on the workshare arrangement with IAI.

HAL, Safran move forward in partnership for IMRH engine
Safran Helicopter Engines and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has signed a workshare agreement for the joint development of the engine intended for the future 13-tonne IMRH (Indian Multi-Role Helicopter) and its naval version DBMRH (Deck Based Multi-Role Helicopter).

HAL inks transfer of tech pact with CSIR lab for design of fin and rudder for LCA-Tejas
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has signed a Transfer of Technology (ToT) agreement with CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL) for the design know-how, production and commercialisation of composite fin and rudder assemblies for the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) - Tejas at Aero India here.

Gen. Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff, visits BrahMos pavilion at Aero India
General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of Indian Armed Forces, visited the BrahMos pavilion during the ongoing Aero India 2023 event at Bengaluru.

Defence Minister launches 'iDEX Investor Hub', Rs 200 cr pledged by investors
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has launched the 'iDEX Investor Hub' (iIH), under which more than Rs 200 crores had already been pledged by leading Indian investors. He also launched the ninth edition of 'Defence India Startup Challenges (DISC 9)' on "Cybersecurity" during the annual defence innovation event 'Manthan' as part of the Aero India 2023 here.

Day 4

16

Feb

Curtains fall on Aero India 2023
Curtains came down on the five-day Aero India-2023, which also marked the big push to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ambitious call for 'Self Reliant India' and 'Make in India' in the aviation sector.

BEL ties up with Globals for developing cyberwarfare, cyber defence systems
Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL) has signed an MoU with Globals ITES Private Ltd for cooperation in technology development, co-creation and co-innovation, joint marketing and sales, in the fields of cyberwarfare and cyber defence systems.

IAF sets up in-house AI Centre of Excellence
Keeping pace with the latest trend in the tech world, the Indian Air Force has set up an Artificial Intelligence Centre of Excellence. The entire system has been developed in-house without seeking any external assistance, an IAF officer said.

IAF develops indigenous 'Vayulink' platform for jammer-proof communication with base station
The Indian Air Force has come out with an innovative solution that would help pilots to deal with bad weather and also provide them jammer-proof uninterrupted communication with the base station. Known as 'Vayulink', the data link communication uses the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS) that is also known as NAVIC.

Day 5

17

Feb