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by Rakesh
14 May 2024 20:39
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: India-US relations: News and Discussions IV
Replies: 8967
Views: 2607355

Re: India-US relations: News and Discussions IV

VIDEO: https://x.com/MeghUpdates/status/1790203003888345236 ---> “The dominance of the United States, which started after the end of the Cold War, has effectively come to an end.” — Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs of India.
by Rakesh
14 May 2024 20:37
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: India-US relations: News and Discussions IV
Replies: 8967
Views: 2607355

Re: India-US relations: News and Discussions IV

There was a time (especiallyduring the SE fighter contest thread) on BRF, that any mention of US sanctions on India would result in giving gyan along the lines of BRF is so narrow minded and is unable to look at the *BIG* picture. Now only silence comes from these MUTUs on BRF. Chabahar Port: US say...
by Rakesh
14 May 2024 20:22
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: International Naval News & Discussion
Replies: 3877
Views: 1113588

Re: International Naval News & Discussion

https://x.com/MarineNationale/status/1790047349370425405 ---> Operate further and longer! It's possible with the first transfer at sea of ​​the Aster missile, carried out between the BRF* Jacques Chevallier and the Charles De Gaulle! Complex operation which illustrates the Navy's ability to adapt fo...
by Rakesh
14 May 2024 20:09
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: UAVs, Drones, Remote Surveillance Tech
Replies: 2941
Views: 1082025

Re: UAVs, Drones, Remote Surveillance Tech

Indian Army to get first Hermes-900 drone on May 18, to boost surveillance on Pakistan border
https://aninews.in/news/world/asia/indi ... 510205409/
10 May 2024
by Rakesh
14 May 2024 19:41
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Military Acquisitions, Partnerships & Developments
Replies: 3252
Views: 958543

Re: Military Acquisitions, Partnerships & Developments

https://x.com/BharatForgeLtd/status/1790285926649716757 ---> In an exclusive interview with The Times of India, Mr. Baba Kalyani, the Chaiman &.Managing Director of Bharat Forge Ltd., mentioned about the defense technologies at Bharat Forge and how India is rising as the beacon of self-reliance ...
by Rakesh
14 May 2024 19:36
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Armoured Vehicles: News & Discussion
Replies: 2342
Views: 842373

Re: Armoured Vehicles: News & Discussion

https://twitter.com/alpha_defense/status/1789994714369851788 Published on 13th may 2024. Alpha defence is reporting the launch of T90 mk3 from HVF Avadi. Article on the T-90 Mk3 from HVT Avadi.... Unveiling the T-90 Mark III https://alphadefense.in/index.php/2024/05/13/unveiling-the-t-90-mark-iii/?...
by Rakesh
14 May 2024 19:32
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: India's Border Security with China and Pakistan-2020 - Part 2
Replies: 5269
Views: 1822652

Re: India's Border Security with China and Pakistan-2020 - Part 2

Four Years Of The Galwan Clashes:
The Road Leading To And From Galwan; A Snapshot Of Grand Chinese Miscalculation


by Rakesh
14 May 2024 19:24
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Naval Procurements & Acquisitions: 02 April 2024
Replies: 16
Views: 8244

Re: Naval Procurements & Acquisitions: 02 April 2024

https://x.com/MazagonDockLtd/status/1790324706673074620 ---> Defense Secretary, Shri Giridhar Aramane today launched ‘Arowana’ the midget submarine that was designed and being constructed by MDL. The submarine is being developed as a proof of concept. MDL is simultaneously working on development of ...
by Rakesh
14 May 2024 19:20
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Lok Sabha Elections 2024 - World's largest elections - Desh Ka Garv [World's envy]
Replies: 1064
Views: 233299

Re: Lok Sabha Elections 2024 - World's largest elections - Desh Ka Garv [World's envy]

VIDEO : https://x.com/TimesAlgebraIND/status/1790301733119574131 ----> CHITRA TRIPATHI - Modi Ji, You are saying Congress will win only 40 seats overall & NDA will win 80 out of 80 in UP. But Rahul is contesting from Raebareli. PM MODI 😂🔥🔥 - Rahul Gandhi is special only for media. I can underst...
by Rakesh
14 May 2024 19:17
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Kaveri & Aero-Engine: News & Discussion
Replies: 6393
Views: 2101123

Re: Kaveri & Aero-Engine: News & Discussion

The very same baboons are glad to shell out $7.5mil/engine for full-imported F404s , which in itself struggles to keep with the Kaveri, purely technology-wise - (betw also hearing that these same worthies are "vigorously" negotiating with the same OEM, for the asking rate of $11mil/engine...
by Rakesh
14 May 2024 19:13
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: CDS Appointment & Command Restructuring: News & Discussions
Replies: 721
Views: 223963

Re: CDS Appointment & Command Restructuring: News & Discussions

Modi govt sets timeline for theaterisation, work being sped up https://theprint.in/defence/modi-govt-sets-timeline-for-theaterisation-work-being-sped-up/2084552/ 14 May 2024 Modi dispensation wants it rolled out within one year of the new govt's swearing-in. Comes after armed forces held a conferen...
by Rakesh
14 May 2024 18:59
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: International Aerospace Discussion - Jan 2018
Replies: 2811
Views: 1681598

Re: International Aerospace Discussion - Jan 2018

VIDEO : https://x.com/RealAirPower1/status/1790101954128966144 ---> Unbelievable CCTV footage capturing a Bangladeshi AF Yak-130 trainer "bouncing" off the runway before crashing into the Karnaphuli River on 09 May 2024. A Maverick-style flyby gone horribly wrong. ^^^^ https://x.com/arunp...
by Rakesh
09 May 2024 18:57
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Indian Missiles News & Discussions - 30 June 2022
Replies: 1201
Views: 776253

Re: Indian Missiles News & Discussions - 30 June 2022

https://x.com/alpha_defense/status/1788479873243103521 ---> DMSRDE has made a landmark achievement by developing liquid ramjet fuel for an advanced air breathing engine. This fuel has been tested successfully at a ramjet test bed at DRDL on 08 May 2024. BPCL and Mineral Oil Corporation Pvt Ltd are i...
by Rakesh
07 May 2024 19:59
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Russian-Ukrainian War: Combat Tactics & Strategy
Replies: 4163
Views: 2451648

Re: Russian-Ukrainian War: Combat Tactics & Strategy

VIDEO: https://x.com/narrative_hole/status/1787787376900903005 ---> The US told Ukraine to hide the Abrams, but here we are again. 7th destroyed US Abrams tank.
by Rakesh
07 May 2024 19:24
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Russian-Ukrainian War: Combat Tactics & Strategy
Replies: 4163
Views: 2451648

Re: Russian-Ukrainian War: Combat Tactics & Strategy

IndraD wrote: 02 May 2024 14:55 Abram tanks to Humvees lined up in Moscow for selfie and parade
:lol:

VIDEO: https://x.com/Trollstoy88/status/1787796967235490143 ---> The video of the German Leopard 2 tank aged like a fine wine.
by Rakesh
07 May 2024 19:20
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Russian-Ukranian War: Geopolitical Fallout
Replies: 2774
Views: 706675

Re: Russian-Ukranian War: Geopolitical Fallout

:rotfl: VIDEO : https://x.com/Sprinterfactory/status/1787482463976989121 ---> The French ambassador was summoned to the Russian Foreign Ministry building, and within just minutes of his departure, the French Foreign Ministry issued a statement confirming that France would not send any military force...
by Rakesh
07 May 2024 19:18
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Kaveri & Aero-Engine: News & Discussion
Replies: 6393
Views: 2101123

Re: Kaveri & Aero-Engine: News & Discussion

https://x.com/alpha_defense/status/1787754924102840538 ---> Godrej & Boyce, announced that its business Godrej Aerospace, is developing a high-temperature brazing process crucial for Aero Engine performance, marking a first for India. This process being developed serves a crucial need in the rea...
by Rakesh
06 May 2024 20:07
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Kaveri & Aero-Engine: News & Discussion
Replies: 6393
Views: 2101123

Re: Kaveri & Aero-Engine: News & Discussion

https://x.com/alpha_defense/status/1787131225846477231 ---> Team is working on a high octane article on GTRE. AtmaNirbhar Engine of Bharat - Past, Present and Future.

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by Rakesh
06 May 2024 20:07
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Kaveri & Aero-Engine: News & Discussion
Replies: 6393
Views: 2101123

Re: Kaveri & Aero-Engine: News & Discussion

The very same baboons are glad to shell out $7.5mil/engine for full-imported F404s , which in itself struggles to keep with the Kaveri, purely technology-wise - (betw also hearing that these same worthies are "vigorously" negotiating with the same OEM, for the asking rate of $11mil/engine...
by Rakesh
06 May 2024 19:39
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Artillery Corps: News & Discussion
Replies: 3253
Views: 2393625

Re: Artillery Corps: News & Discussion

https://x.com/NewsIADN/status/1709548750287626368 ---> Automatic Gun Barrel Inspection & Cleaning Robot (ABCR) for 125mm & 155mm barrels developed by Pune-based 'Bit Mapper' on display at #Swavlamban2023.

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by Rakesh
06 May 2024 19:38
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Russian-Ukranian War: Geopolitical Fallout
Replies: 2774
Views: 706675

Re: Russian-Ukranian War: Geopolitical Fallout

:lol:

https://x.com/ElbridgeColby/status/1786443385043038349 ---> What an incredible indictment of our sanctions policy toward Russia. Remarkable.

Russia’s new economy may end up prolonging its war
https://www.ft.com/content/3fd6b61b-f9f ... 909868a0b6
02 May 2024
by Rakesh
04 May 2024 06:15
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Project 75I - It Begins
Replies: 1851
Views: 601234

Re: Project 75I - It Begins

Indian Navy begins trials in Rs 60,000 crore tender for 6 advanced submarines
https://aninews.in/news/world/asia/indi ... 503202534/
03 May 2024
by Rakesh
03 May 2024 19:17
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Indian Military/Defence Exports
Replies: 303
Views: 165669

Re: Indian Military/Defence Exports

India’s Defense Export Triumph: .338 Sniper https://alphadefense.in/index.php/2024/05/03/indias-defense-export-triumph-338-sniper/?amp=1 03 May 2024 https://x.com/NewsIADN/status/1786379686248923493 ---> SSS Defence has won a contract to supply unspecified number of it's indigenous #Saber Sniper Ri...
by Rakesh
03 May 2024 18:03
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Indian Military/Defence Exports
Replies: 303
Views: 165669

Re: Indian Military/Defence Exports

India’s Defense Export Triumph: .338 Sniper
https://alphadefense.in/index.php/2024/ ... per/?amp=1
03 May 2024
by Rakesh
03 May 2024 17:54
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: International Naval News & Discussion
Replies: 3877
Views: 1113588

Re: International Naval News & Discussion

Italy’s First PPA With AAW Capabilities Deploys To The Indo-Pacific https://www.navalnews.com/naval-news/2024/05/italys-first-ppa-with-aaw-capabilities-deploys-to-the-indo-pacific/ 03 May 2024 The Raimondo Montecuccoli (P 432), the third Thaon di Revel class PPA (Pattugliatore Polivalente d’Altura)...
by Rakesh
03 May 2024 17:54
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: International Naval News & Discussion
Replies: 3877
Views: 1113588

Re: International Naval News & Discussion

Hanwha could face long wait for answer on Austal bid
https://www.afr.com/politics/federal/ha ... 502-p5foav
02 May 2024
by Rakesh
03 May 2024 17:45
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: India-US relations: News and Discussions IV
Replies: 8967
Views: 2607355

Re: India-US relations: News and Discussions IV

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https://x.com/abhifour/status/1786263859763818520 ---> Xenophobic Indians who didn’t welcome immigrants…
by Rakesh
03 May 2024 17:39
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Artillery Corps: News & Discussion
Replies: 3253
Views: 2393625

Re: Artillery Corps: News & Discussion

https://x.com/NewsIADN/status/1786282733372936666 ---> Indian Army to award contract for 250-280 units of 6x6 Multi Terrain Gun Towing Vehicles (GTV). The contract is likely to be concluded within 6 months and is valued around ₹2,000 crore. TATA and Ashok Leyland are the front runners. https://pbs.t...
by Rakesh
03 May 2024 17:35
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Indian Navy News & Discussion - 12 April 2021
Replies: 1703
Views: 825488

Re: Indian Navy News & Discussion - 12 April 2021

https://x.com/NewsIADN/status/1713975362244493326 ---> Brahmaputra Class Frigates of Indian Navy to be repowered from steam to diesel propulsion. INS Beas, will be the first frigate to undergo modernisation at Cochin Shipyard Limited at a cost of 314 crore rupees. ^^^ Above tweet is dated 16 Oct 202...
by Rakesh
03 May 2024 17:30
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: US military, technology, arms, tactics
Replies: 3160
Views: 931865

Re: US military, technology, arms, tactics

U.S. Navy to identify which Indo-Pacific shipyards it can use in wartime https://asia.nikkei.com/Politics/International-relations/Indo-Pacific/U.S.-Navy-to-identify-which-Indo-Pacific-shipyards-it-can-use-in-wartime 03 May 2024 Up to six repair availabilities requested in countries like Japan, Sout...
by Rakesh
03 May 2024 17:29
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: US military, technology, arms, tactics
Replies: 3160
Views: 931865

Re: US military, technology, arms, tactics

Navy Names Next Amphibious Assault Ship USS Helmand Province
https://www.twz.com/sea/navy-names-next ... d-province
02 May 2024
The naming honors those Marines and sailors who fought for almost 20 years in Afghanistan, especially in the southern province of Helmand.
by Rakesh
03 May 2024 17:27
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Project 75I - It Begins
Replies: 1851
Views: 601234

Re: Project 75I - It Begins

^^^ still does not answer why we cannot standardize around nuclear SSNs and SSBNs An all SSN fleet is very expensive. It is the most ideal situation, but not enough funds. Secondly, our SSN program (Project 75 Alpha) is still on the drawing boards. It will be another decade - at minimum - before th...
by Rakesh
03 May 2024 17:22
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Transport Aircraft for IAF
Replies: 4074
Views: 803717

Re: Transport Aircraft for IAF

VIDEO : https://x.com/NewsIADN/status/1786041338045268253 ---> Buffalo vs IAF C-295 MW. Who wins? :shock: Holy cow.. or Buffalo As if pilots didn't have enough worries about birds in the air.. It's good that the guards didn't get injured. And the plane did not get damaged. In fear, that buffalo cou...
by Rakesh
03 May 2024 06:19
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Transport Aircraft for IAF
Replies: 4074
Views: 803717

Re: Transport Aircraft for IAF

VIDEO: https://x.com/NewsIADN/status/1786041338045268253 ---> Buffalo vs IAF C-295 MW. Who wins?
by Rakesh
03 May 2024 06:15
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Russian-Ukrainian War: Combat Tactics & Strategy
Replies: 4163
Views: 2451648

Re: Russian-Ukrainian War: Combat Tactics & Strategy

Ukraine is on the brink, says a senior general
https://www.economist.com/europe/2024/0 ... or-general
02 May 2024
An interview with Vadym Skibitsky, deputy head of Ukraine’s military intelligence.
by Rakesh
03 May 2024 06:12
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Air Force Tejas Mk1A: News & Discussions: 02 January 2022
Replies: 1013
Views: 6028083

Re: Air Force Tejas Mk1A: News & Discussions: 02 January 2022

Click on link below to read the rest of the twitter thread.... https://x.com/Kunal_Biswas707/status/1785582055725604907 ---> AESA Equipped HAL Tejas LA-5021 Mk1A armed with 2 x French AASM 250 HAMMER, along with 2 x Israeli Python 5 WVRM plus 2 x ASTRA BVRAAMs and Rafael's Litening Targeting Pod. In...