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DRDO’s unmanned testing aircraft crashes in Hiriyur taluk; locals worried about their safety

An unmanned testing aircraft of the DRDO crashed on a groundnut field at Karnataka’s Vaddikere in Hiriyur taluk. No injuries were reported

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India, China, and Iran set up pavilions at Army 2023 in Moscow

India, China and Iran have set up pavilions at the ongoing Army 2023, the 9th International Military-Technical Forum organised by Russia. The BrahMos pavilion drew interest from officials of many countries

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Why no sedition case against DRDO scientist Pradeep Kurulkar till now, asks Prithviraj Chavan

Prithviraj Chavan demanded that a sedition case be lodged against Pradeep Kurulkar.

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In next two decades, India will make civilian aircraft engines: Former DG of DRDO

India to manufacture engines for commercial airliners in next two decades: DRDO's Dr. Tessy Thomas at 61st Foundation Day of Regional Institute of Education (RIE), Mysuru. Advised students to be determined and hardworking for success. National Education Policy-2020 to transform education standards. Late Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam as her 'guru'.…

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India developing its own 400 km class Long-Range Surface to Air Missile air Defence System

In what could be a major boost for self-reliance in the defence sector, India is indigenously developing a three-layered long-range surface-to-air missile (LRSAM) defence system which would be able to strike down enemy aircraft and missiles at around 400 Km ranges. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Contract for three more Scorpene submarines likely by end-2024; first delivery expected by 2031

Navy to get 3 new Scorpene-class submarines by 2024; 1st delivery in 2031. Procurement process to start shortly after DAC's Acceptance of Necessity. Submarines to come with DRDO-developed AIP system, higher indigenous content. Naval Group, MDL sign MoU for cooperation on 3 submarines. Navy has 16 conventional submarines in service,…

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Naval Group working on qualifying DRDO-developed Air Independent Propulsion system for installation on Scorpenes

Naval Group invests ₹100cr in 3 workshops for Scorpene submarines. MoU signed between India and France for 3 additional Scorpenes. DRDO-developed AIP system to enhance endurance of the submarines

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India, France set to co-develop jet engine

India and France have announced that they will extend their defence cooperation in advanced aeronautical technologies by supporting the joint development of a combat aircraft engine and also an engine for the Indian multi-role helicopter (IMRH) being designed and developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited.

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DRDO scientist arrested for espionage had exploited two women with promise of jobs, says Maharashtra ATS

Pradeep Kurulkar, a senior scientist of the DRDO who was arrested for passing confidential information to a Pakistani agent, had also sexually exploited two women by promising them jobs in the DRDO, said the charge sheet filed by the ATS

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DRDO scientist Kurulkar was allegedly attracted to Pakistani agent, talked about Indian missile systems

DRDO scientist Pradeep Kurulkar was attracted to the Pakistani Intelligence Operative, who used the alias ‘Zara Dasgupta’, and chatted with her about Indian missile systems among other classified defence projects, the chargesheet has said.

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Two new directors for DRDO labs

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TAPAS 201 UAV ready for user trials, says DRDO

The indigenously-developed TAPAS 201 Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is now ready for user evaluation trials, says DRDO

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Maharashtra ATS makes Pak. agent co-accused in DRDO scientist espionage case

Pakistani agent Zara Dasgupta says she honey-trapped the DRDO scientist Pradeep Kurulkar.

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Unlock the potential of research for nation’s progress: Tessy Thomas

Renowned scientist and Director General of Aeronautical Systems at the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Tessy Thomas has emphasised the potential of research and innovations in spurring the development of the country.

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TAPAS UAV achieves major milestone off Karwar

The TAPAS 201 UAV has achieved a major milestone as DRDO and the Indian Navy have successfully demonstrated transferring of command and control from a distant ground station

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Indian Army’s Air Defence widens wings

A range of new systems, mostly indigenous, are being inducted into the Army, with new technologies factoring in the new realities.

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DRDO successfully flight-tests New Generation Ballistic Missile ‘Agni Prime’ off Odisha

A New Generation Ballistic Missile ‘Agni Prime’ was successfully flight-tested by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) from Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Island off Odisha on June 7.

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Need to focus on technological advancement in defence sector: Rajnath

India must focus on advancement in defence technology in view of “double threat” along the borders, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday in an oblique reference to challenges along the frontiers with China and Pakistan.

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DRDO scientist arrested for passing sensitive information to Pakistani agent sent to 14-day judicial custody

The scientist was allegedly in touch with a “Pakistan Intelligence Operative” through WhatsApp and video calls, an ATS official said last week, adding it was a case of honeytrap.

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Pune court extends custody of DRDO scientist held for providing secret info to Pakistan agent

Special court in Pune extended till May 16 the police custody of DRDO scientist Pradeep Kurulkar, arrested on charges of providing confidential information to a Pakistani agent

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Models of Prithvi, 5 other missiles on display in Kolkata’s Science City

Life-size replicas of Brahmos, Prithvi and four other missiles are on display at the Missile Park in Science City in kolkata

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DRDO official held by Maharashtra ATS for spying is an RSS volunteer, alleges Congress

Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera said the arrest of the DRDO scientist, Pradeep Kurulkar, was a “very serious matter” and claimed that it exposed the “anti-national face” of the RSS

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IIT Madras, Defence Research and Development Organisation develop sensor technology for underwater communications

The indigenous technology will enable the fabrication of devices at a relatively lower cost as compared to international foundries, where not only is the cost of fabrication high but also the number of foundries is limited.

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DRDO official arrested for passing information to Pak spy sent to 4-day police remand

The DRDO officer arrested over allegations of sharing secret defence information with a Pakistani woman spy has been remanded to police custody for four days on Saturday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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