May 2024 - India Special Weapons News

Steel-cutting ceremony for first Next-Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel of ICG held at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited, Mumbai India PIB 31 May 2024 -- The steel-cutting ceremony for the first Next-Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) took place at the Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) in Mumbai in the presence of Indian Coast Guard (lCG) officials on May 31, 2024
6th Meeting of India-Japan Joint Working Group on Counter Terrorism India MEA 30 May 2024 -- The 6th Meeting of India-Japan Joint Working Group on Counter Terrorism was held in New Delhi on 29 May 2024.
Transcript of Weekly Media Briefing by the Official Spokesperson (May 30, 2024) India MEA 30 May 2024
INDIAN NAVAL SHIP KILTAN DEPARTS BRUNEI India PIB 29 May 2024 -- Indian Naval Ship Kiltan visited Muara, Brunei as part of Operational Deployment of the Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet to South China Sea
RudraM-II air-to-surface missile successfully flight-tested by DRDO from Su-30 MK-I off the Odisha coast India PIB 29 May 2024 -- Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully flight-tested the RudraM-II air-to-surface missile from Su-30 MK-I platform of the Indian Air Force (IAF) off the coast of Odisha at around 1130 hours on May 29, 2024
INDIAN NAVY'S READINESS FOR CYCLONE REMAL India PIB 26 May 2024 -- The Indian Navy has initiated preparatory actions, following existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), to mount a credible Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) response in the aftermath of Cyclone Remal
VISIT TO MUARA, BRUNEI BY INDIAN NAVAL SHIP KILTAN India PIB 25 May 2024 -- Indian Naval Ship Kiltan arrived at Muara, Brunei on 25 May 24, and was accorded a warm welcome by the Royal Brunei Navy
India's Modi faces opponents in sixth phase of mammoth elections Press TV 25 May 2024 -- The mammoth of a six-week-long election in India has recommenced, as the main opponents of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who have accused him of unfairly singling them out for criminal investigations, are set to cast their votes in the capital city of New Delhi.
India holds the penultimate phase of mammoth election VOA 25 May 2024 -- Millions of Indians lined up Saturday at polling booths to cast their votes in the penultimate phase of the country's multistage election in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi is seeking a third term in office.
Readout of the Second U.S.-India Advanced Domains Defense Dialogue DoD 24 May 2024
Potential Northern Sea Route Projects With India Under Discussion, Rosatom Says Sputnik 23 May 2024 -- Russian state nuclear corporation Rosatom said on Thursday it was discussing potential joint projects on the Northern Sea Route with New Delhi, with a focus on the use of the corridor in the interests of the Indian economy.
INDIAN NAVAL SHIPS DELHI, SHAKTI, AND KILTAN COMPLETED THEIR VISIT TO MANILA, PHILIPPINES AS A PART OF THE OPERATIONAL DEPLOYMENT OF THE EASTERN FLEET TO THE SOUTH CHINA SEA India PIB 23 May 2024 -- Indian Naval Ships Delhi, Shakti and Kiltan visited Manila, Philippines as part of Operational Deployment of the Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet to South China Sea
CDS Gen Anil Chauhan attends Exercise Cyber Suraksha - 2024 India PIB 22 May 2024 -- Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Gen Anil Chauhan attended 'Exercise Cyber Suraksha - 2024', on May 22, 2024, and underscored the importance of strengthening India's cyber defence capabilities
AI, deepfakes, social media influencers - India's mammoth election sees it all VOA 22 May 2024 -- From deep fake videos created by artificial intelligence to social media influencers who hold sway with young people, political parties in India are using all the tools of the digital age to expand their outreach to voters as the country holds its mammoth general election.
Indian police arrest 4 for suspected Islamic State links People's Daily 21 May 2024 -- Indin police Monday said it has arrested four Sri Lankan nationals for their alleged links with the extremist group Islamic State in the western Indian state of Gujarat.
Indian Kashmir voting reaches 59% VOA 21 May 2024 -- A voter turnout of 59% was reported Monday in Indian-administered Kashmir during the fifth phase of the Indian general elections. The May 20 polling marks significant progress for the area since the eruption of armed conflict in the region against Indian forces in 1989.
US watchdog documents hundreds of India election rallies targeting Muslims VOA 21 May 2024 -- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stirred controversy with his anti-Muslim remarks since Indians began casting ballots in the country's parliamentary elections last month.
Fragility Returns To Kyrgyzstan As Mob Violence Targets South Asian Students RFE/RL 19 May 2024 -- As a swelling crowd moved around him, blocking an important road and refusing to disperse, Bishkek police chief Azamat Toktonaliev looked completely bewildered.
Pakistan Evacuates Students Following Bishkek Attacks On Foreigners RFE/RL 19 May 2024 -- Top officials from Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan have met after mob violence in Bishkek against foreign students injured at least 29 people, including several foreigners, and triggered diplomatic tensions with Pakistan and India.
Bishkek University Reportedly Calm After Mob Violence That Injured At Least 29 People RFE/RL 18 May 2024 -- The situation in Bishkek was stable late on May 18, police said, after mob violence against foreign students injured at least 29 people, including several foreigners, and triggered diplomatic tensions with Pakistan and India.
India says growing trade with Russia not temporary as Moscow turns 'eastwards' Press TV 18 May 2024 -- India's Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar says his country's growing trade with Russia should not be perceived as a "temporary phenomenon", as it is accompanied by the emergence of numerous economic prospects.
Indian authorities in Manipur state force Myanmar refugees out of border villagers Radio Free Asia 17 May 2024 -- Myanmar refugees who fled civil war and sought refuge in border villages in neighboring India's Manipur state said they are are being deported by local authorities and a paramilitary group.
SECOND INDIA - AUSTRALIA - INDONESIA TRILATERAL MARITIME SECURITY WORKSHOP (TMSW) CONDUCTED AT KOCHI FROM 15 - 17 MAY 24 India PIB 17 May 2024 -- The 2nd edition of India - Australia - Indonesia Trilateral Maritime Security Workshop (TMSW) was conducted from 15 - 17 May 24, at INS Dronacharya, Kochi, India
BEML secures Rs 250 crore order from Northern Coal Fields Limited for 28 BH100 Rear Dump Trucks India PIB 17 May 2024 -- BEML Limited has secured an order from Northern Coal Fields Limited (NCL) for the supply of 28 units of BH100 Rear Dump Trucks
12th India-Mongolia Joint Working Group meeting to bolster bilateral defence ties held in Ulaanbaatar India PIB 17 May 2024 -- The 12th Joint Working Group (JWG) meeting between the Defence Ministries of India and Mongolia took place in Ulaanbaatar on May 16-17, 2024
Transcript of Weekly Media Briefing by the Official Spokesperson (May 17, 2024) India MEA 17 May 2024
Religious polarization, jobs trouble India's young voters, but Modi has support VOA 16 May 2024 -- As India holds a phased election, Pavni Mishra, an undergraduate student at Delhi University, would prefer to watch the country's leaders focus on issues relevant to young voters like her, but she fears those issues are getting lost in the din of a polarized campaign.
India downplays US sanctions threat over Iran deal ISNA 15 May 2024 -- India's Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar has downplayed US threat of sanctions after New Delhi signed a landmark contract with Tehran to operate the Chabahar Port in Iran, saying the project will "benefit the entire region."
Chabahar is for 'everyone's benefit': India downplays US sanctions threat over Iran deal Press TV 15 May 2024 -- India's Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar has downplayed US threat of sanctions after New Delhi signed a landmark contract with Tehran to operate the Chabahar Port in Iran, saying the project will "benefit the entire region."
India gets new ambassador from China, but mistrust lingers VOA 15 May 2024 -- China's appointment late last week of a new ambassador to India fills a seat that Beijing left vacant for 18 months. It's a small step for two big Asian rivals but one that is unlikely to resolve mistrust between the two countries, analysts say.
Indian Kashmir records second-highest voter turnout in decades VOA 14 May 2024 -- Voter turnout in Indian Kashmir neared record highs Monday as residents swarmed polling stations across Srinagar in the first national election since Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 2019 nullification of the Himalayan region's semi-autonomous status.
US threatens India with sanctions over trade ties with Iran IRNA 14 May 2024 -- A 10-year contract between India and Iran aimed at developing the strategic port of Chabahar has angered the United States, with the Biden administration warning that trade cooperation with the Islamic Republic risks sanctions on India.
US warns of sanctions following India, Iran sign landmark deal ISNA 14 May 2024 -- Hours after Iran inked a landmark deal with India to develop and operate its southern port city of Chabahar, the United States warned New Delhi that "anyone" considering business deals with Tehran needs to be aware of the "potential risk of sanctions," once again highlighting Washington's addiction to sanctions.
Sanction syndrome: US warns of sanctions after India, Iran sign landmark Chabahar Port deal Press TV 14 May 2024 -- Hours after Iran inked a landmark deal with India to develop and operate its southern port city of Chabahar, the United States warned New Delhi that "anyone" considering business deals with Tehran needs to be aware of the "potential risk of sanctions," once again highlighting Washington's addiction to sanctions.
India seals deal to operate Iran's Chabahar port VOA 14 May 2024 -- India and Iran have signed a 10-year contract to develop and operate the Iranian port of Chabahar, which New Delhi envisages as a strategic trade route to landlocked Central Asian republics, allowing it to bypass rival Pakistan.
IPGL signs agreement with Iran to start operation at Chabahar port IRNA 13 May 2024 -- India Ports Global Limited (IPGL), a state-owned company, has signed a cooperation agreement with Iran to equip and operate the Shahid Beheshti Port in Chabahar.
India adheres to commitments to develop Chabahar port: Envoy IRNA 13 May 2024 -- New Delhi lives up to its obligations to develop the Iranian port of Chabahar, the Indian Ambassador to Iran Rudra Gaurav Shresth says.
Iran, India sign 10-year deal to develop Chabahar Port Press TV 13 May 2024 -- Iran and India have signed a 10-year contract for operation and equipment of the southern Iranian port city of Chabahar as part of plans to further boost their bilateral trade and economic relations.
Jaishankar stirs controversy with border patrol remarks; experts warn of sovereignty infringement Global Times 13 May 2024 -- Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar reiterated India's desire for a resolution of remaining issues with China in a recent interview, highlighting that normal bilateral ties depend on peace and tranquility at the border. However, while expressing a seemingly positive stance, Jaishankar indicated that the remaining issues mainly revolve around "patrolling rights and patrolling abilities."
INDIA- FRANCE JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE SHAKTI COMMENCES IN MEGHALAYA India PIB 13 May 2024 -- The 7th edition of India- France Joint Military Exercise SHAKTI commenced today, at Umroi, in a fully developed and modern Foreign Training Node in Meghalaya
Kashmir votes in India's general election first time since loss of special status Press TV 13 May 2024 -- Voters queued up in front of polling booths in Srinagar, the summer capital of the Indian-administered Kashmir, on Monday to cast their ballots in India's general election, the first time since the revocation of the region's special constitutional status in 2019
VISIT TO CAM RANH BAY, VIETNAM BY INDIAN NAVAL SHIP KILTAN India PIB 12 May 2024 -- INS Kiltan arrived at Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam on 12 May 24 and received a warm welcome by Vietnam People's Navy and Indian Embassy
VISIT OF INDIAN NAVAL SHIPS TO KOTA KINABALU, MALAYSIA India PIB 12 May 2024 -- Two Indian Naval ships Delhi and Shakti under the command of R Adm Rajesh Dhankhar, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet arrived at Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia as part of the Indian Navy's Operational Deployment
Director General Defence Intelligence Agency Lt Gen DS Rana embarks on an official visit to Tanzania India PIB 12 May 2024 -- Director General Defence Intelligence Agency (DG DIA) Lieutenant General DS Rana has proceeded on an official visit to the United Republic of Tanzania
Indian Kashmir voters prepare for historic election amid political shifts VOA 12 May 2024 -- Voters in Indian Kashmir are going to the polls from May 13 through May 25 to select their representatives in the Indian parliament. Local media reports claim that more than 1.7 million voters will determine the outcome for 24 candidates competing for the Srinagar constituency.
Modi's anti-Muslim 'Vote Jihad' rhetoric faces severe criticism VOA 12 May 2024 -- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been accused of amplifying divisive rhetoric during the country's election campaign by calling Muslim votes "Vote Jihad" to encourage Hindus to vote for his Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party, which is seeking a historic third term.
India's opposition figure gets temporary bail before final round of elections Press TV 11 May 2024 -- India's top court has granted temporary bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal weeks before the seventh and final phase of national elections are held.
Technology is driving the Revolution in Military Affairs: Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan India PIB 11 May 2024 -- Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Gen Anil Chauhan has stated that technology is driving the Revolution in Military Affairs, underscoring the need for amalgamation of present technologies and investment in future emerging technologies
India completes troop withdrawal from Maldives: Indian FM spokesperson People's Daily 11 May 2024 -- Indian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randir Jaiswal on Friday confirmed that all Indian troops previously stationed across three platforms in the Maldives have been redeployed back to India and replaced by technical civilian personnel.
DRDO organises 8th Technology Council Meeting to review the status of induction of DRDO technologies into CAPFs, Police & NDRF India PIB 10 May 2024 -- Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) organised the 8th Technology Council Meeting in New Delhi on May 09, 2024
KEEL LAYING OF 8th ASW SWC (ex-GRSE) ON 10 MAY 24 AT M/S GRSE KOLKATA India PIB 10 May 2024 -- Keel laying ceremony of the 8th ASW SWC (ex-GRSE) was held at M/s GRSE, Kolkata on 10 May 24
ICG signs MoU with private sector for manufacturing & supply of indigenous marine-grade aluminum for construction of ships India PIB 10 May 2024 -- Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Hindalco Industries, on May 09, 2024, inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in New Delhi for the manufacturing and supply of indigenous marine-grade aluminium to Indian public and private shipyards for the construction of ships
Joint Press Release: 14th Meeting of India-EU Joint Working Group on Counter Terrorism India MEA 09 May 2024 -- The European Union and India held their 14th Counter-Terrorism Dialogue on 07 May 2024 in New Delhi.
Transcript of Weekly Media Briefing by the Official Spokesperson (May 09, 2024) India MEA 09 May 2024
INDIAN NAVAL SHIPS DELHI, SHAKTI, AND KILTAN COMPLETED THEIR VISIT TO SINGAPORE, AS A PART OF THE OPERATIONAL DEPLOYMENT OF THE EASTERN FLEET TO THE SOUTH CHINA SEA India PIB 09 May 2024 -- Indian Naval Ships Delhi, Shakti and Kiltan visited Singapore from 06 - 09 May 24, aimed at undertaking bilateral engagements and discussing areas of mutual interest and cooperation, and reaffirming the commitment to enhance maritime security and stability in the region
India state-owned company shipped munitions to Israel amid Gaza war: Report Press TV 08 May 2024 -- In another revelation, an Indian state-owned defense company has been accused of sending ammunition and explosives to Israel, a report says, making New Delhi actively complicit in Tel Aviv's genocidal actions against Palestinians.
Indian Coast Guard inks MoU with private sector for indigenous marine grade steel to enhance indigenous content in shipbuilding India PIB 08 May 2024 -- Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Jindal Steel & Power (JSP), on May 07, 2024, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in New Delhi for the supply of indigenous marine grade steel to enhance the indigenous content in shipbuilding
INDIAN NAVAL SHIPS DELHI, SHAKTI, AND KILTAN ARRIVED AT SINGAPORE, AS A PART OF EASTERN FLEET DEPLOYMENT TO SOUTH CHINA SEA India PIB 07 May 2024 -- Indian Naval Ships Delhi, Shakti, and Kiltan led by RAdm Rajesh Dhankhar, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet arrived at Singapore on 06 May 24 to a warm welcome by personnel of Republic of Singapore Navy and the High Commissioner of India in Singapore
Meeting of the OIC Contact Group on Jammu and Kashmir on the Sidelines of the 15th Islamic Summit in Banjul, The Gambia Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs 05 May 2024 -- The Contact Group of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) on Jammu and Kashmir met on 5 May 2024 on the sidelines of the 15th Islamic Summit of the OIC in Banjul, The Gambia. The meeting reviewed the political and security environment in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). It also took stock of the grim human rights situation in the occupied territory.
KEEL LAYING OF THE FIRST NEXT GENERATION OFFSHORE PATROL VESSEL (ex-GSL) ON 03 MAY 24 AT GOA SHIPYARD LTD India PIB 04 May 2024 -- Keel laying ceremony of the first NGOPV (ex-GSL) was held at M/s Goa Shipyard Ltd, Goa on 03 May 24
Canada nabs three Indians over assassination of Sikh separatist leader, probes India link Press TV 04 May 2024 -- Canadian police have arrested three Indian nationals over assassination of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar last year, which sparked a diplomatic tension between Ottawa and New Delhi.
7th India-Indonesia Joint Defence Cooperation Committee meeting held in New Delhi India PIB 03 May 2024 -- Defence Secretary Shri Giridhar Aramane and Secretary General of the Ministry of Defence, Indonesia, Air Marshal Donny Ermawan Taufanto, M
India: Opposition party leader Rahul Gandhi enters electoral battle Press TV 03 May 2024 -- The primary opposition in India, the Indian National Congress has announced after weeks of suspense and uncertainty that Rahul Gandhi, the party's former president will run for the general elections from Raebareli in northern India.
Transcript of Weekly Media Briefing by the Official Spokesperson (May 02, 2024) India MEA 02 May 2024
India criticizes 2024 religious freedom report from US agency VOA 02 May 2024 -- India on Thursday condemned a U.S. report released this week on religious freedom, which advised the U.S. State Department to designate India and 16 others as Countries of Particular Concern.
Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo system successfully flight-tested by DRDO off the Odisha coast India PIB 01 May 2024 -- Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo (SMART) system was successfully flight-tested at around 0830 hrs on May 01, 2024 from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha
India rejects Washington Post report on alleged plot to kill US-based Sikh activist VOA 01 May 2024 -- A day after The Washington Post named an official of India's spy agency for plotting the killing of a U.S.-based Sikh separatist leader, the Indian government on Tuesday dismissed the media report, calling it an "unwarranted and unsubstantiated" accusation.

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May 2024 - India Special Weapons News