Defence

SMART is a next-generation missile-based lightweight torpedo delivery system that will enhance the anti-submarine warfare capability of the Indian Navy far beyond the conventional range of lightweight torpedo.

He was commissioned on 1st July 1985 into the Executive Branch of the Indian Navy.

This was the latest incident in the series of the drone and missile strikes and hijackings which escalated since November 2023.

Giridhar Aramane put forth New Delhi’s stand in this regard as he participated in the SCO defence ministers’ meeting in Astana, Kazakhstan.

“The Defence Minister also discussed operational challenges with the Commanders on the ground,” the MoD added.

The Indian Navy stated that the exercise aimed to validate procedures towards assessing the Indian Navy’s preparedness to meet Maritime Security challenges in the region.

He will be CNS with effect from the afternoon of 30th April as the incumbent Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral R Hari Kumar is slated to superannuate the same day.

As per the initial deal, the Philippines will get three missile batteries for the missile system, which has a range of 290 kilometres and a speed of 2.8 Mach.

"The Army has scheduled an online combined entrance examination that will span 174 locations nationwide," said an official.

The visit will culminate on April 18 in Termez where the COAS is scheduled to witness the Joint Exercise DUSTLIK between the armed forces of India and Uzbekistan

"The performances of the missile and the warhead were found to be remarkable," said a statement issued by Ministry of Defence.

Seven naval veterans have returned home following the release of the eight on February 12 after being in captivity for over 16 months.

Chief of Defence Staff General Chauhan and Chairman DRDO Samir V Kamat appreciated the efforts of the SFC and DRDO for the successful flight test.

The Admiral is also scheduled to call on the Chief of the Defence Staff, IAF chief and defense secretary.

The Defence Ministry attributed the achievement to the tremendous efforts of the defence Industry, including the private sector and Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs).

On banning Chinese apps, he said China generates data and one needs to be careful on where it is used.

The Indian Ocean was removed as High Risk Area in 2023 as there was reduced piracy threat since 2018.

A Court of Inquiry has been ordered to ascertain the cause of the accident.

Officials from the home and external affairs ministries, anti-narcotics and other agencies of the two countries will also be present.