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Hans India
6 hours ago
- Business
- Hans India
Happy Homes plot owners elect new leadership team
Hyderabad: The Happy Homes Plot Owners' Association has unanimously approved the election of a new Managing Committee at its recent general body meeting. Commodore TSSR Rao, an Indian Navy veteran with over three decades of distinguished service to the nation, was elected President. Joining the new leadership is General Secretary V Narasimha Rao, who brings extensive experience from his tenure as Executive Director of ONGC, where he served at the corporate office prior to his retirement. The association stated that the newly elected members represent a blend of experienced and new office bearers. The Managing Committee is further bolstered by dedicated joint secretaries, advisors, and venture coordinators, specifically tasked with addressing issues pertinent to each individual venture. To enhance support for plot owners, two Vice Presidents have been appointed: Gordon Morris will oversee issues in ventures located in Somaram village, while P Srinivasa Prasad will manage those in Ravalkola village, Medchal. PN Srivatsa, a chartered accountant and a founding member of the Happy Homes Association, will continue for another term as Treasurer. Jayaprakash, a former DGM of BSNL, and Radha were elected as Joint Secretaries. Narasimha Rao highlighted the association's persistent efforts over the past seven years to resolve challenges faced by plot owners who have invested their life savings. A significant ongoing issue stems from discrepancies between records held by the Revenue department and the Stamps and Registration department. This mismatch forces plot owners to contend with farmers who have illegally had their names included in revenue records, despite having already sold their land to the developer. These farmers have also reportedly benefited unlawfully from the government's Rythu Bandhu scheme. The association has brought these critical issues to the attention of the Tahsildar, the Collector of Medchal-Malkajgiri district, and the Chief Commissioner of Land Administration for rectification of records. A recent representation has also been submitted to the Chief Minister.
Hans India
7 hours ago
- Science
- Hans India
Eighth, last anti-submarine warfare ship launched for Indian Navy
Visakhapatnam: Ajay, the eighth and last ship of anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft (ASW SWC), has been launched at the GRSE, Kolkata. The indigenously-designed and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Ajay (Yard 3034), the first ship of the Arnala class, was commissioned on June 18 and delivery of the second ship is scheduled in August. With an indigenous content of over 80 per cent, the ship exemplifies the government of India's initiative of Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India and provides significant capabilities to secure national maritime interests in the Indian Ocean Region. Powered by diesel engines and propelled by water jets, the launch of Ajay marked a significant milestone in the Indian Navy's continued quest for self-reliance in shipbuilding, weapons, sensors and advanced communication and electronic warfare systems. The warship will augment the Indian Navy's underwater domain awareness, anti-submarine warfare and mine laying capabilities. The ship is equipped with role defining sensors such as hull mounted sonar and low frequency variable depth sonar (LFVDS) and firepower provided by state-of-the-art Torpedoes, anti-submarine rockets, NSG-30 gun and 12.7-mm SRCG. In keeping with the naval tradition, Priya Deshmukh launched the ship in the presence of Chief of Materiel (COM) Vice Admiral Kiran Deshmukh. The event saw participation of senior officials from the Indian Navy and GRSE.
New Indian Express
16 hours ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Indian Navy to host shipbuilding seminar marking milestone 100th indigenous warship delivery
NEW DELHI: The Indian Navy plans to host a one-day 'Shipbuilding Seminar on Nation Building Through Shipbuilding' on Wednesday at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi. Shipbuilding capability is considered critical for a country's strategic and economic interests. The Warship Design Bureau (WDB), a premier warship design organisation under Naval Headquarters in New Delhi, is hosting the seminar to commemorate the historic milestone of the delivery of the 100th indigenously manufactured warship to the nation by the Indian Navy and WDB. The New Indian Express (TNIE) earlier reported that Yard 12652 (Udaygiri), the second ship of the Project 17A stealth frigate series being built at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDSL), became the 100th ship to be designed and delivered by the Indian Navy's in-house Warship Design Bureau. China, leveraging its shipbuilding capability, has been able to raise the world's largest navy in terms of numbers, with over 350 warships, including three aircraft carriers and more than 60 submarines. The seminar will bring together key stakeholders from the Government of India, the Indian Navy, shipyards, industry, classification societies, and academia. The event aims to facilitate cohesive and progress-oriented discussions on various policy aspects related to shipbuilding. Participants will also explore futuristic technologies being implemented globally and address the challenges faced by Indian shipyards and industry in delivering ships that meet global standards. The delivery of the 100th indigenously designed warship is a significant accomplishment for WDB. Shipbuilding is crucial for national defence and security, serving as a foundation for strategic military capabilities and economic stability. A robust shipbuilding sector fosters technological innovation, strengthens national industries, and creates job opportunitie, contributing to the nation's long-term prosperity and growth. The positive outcomes of the shipbuilding project include self-reliance, economic development, employment generation, and the growth of MSMEs and the ancillary ecosystem in the country. WDB, which began its journey as the Central Design Office in 1964 to achieve self-sufficiency in warship design, evolved into the Directorate of Naval Design in 1970. Over the past six decades, WDB has played a pivotal role in the design and construction of 20 types of warships, ranging from Seaward Defence Boats to aircraft carriers.
India.com
20 hours ago
- Business
- India.com
Pakistan, China, Bangladesh lose sleep as IAF's AMCA to be fitted with this cutting-edge engine, it is…, big deal to…
(Image: New Delhi: The focus of Indian defence experts is on the engine to be installed in the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), the project of making the most advanced fighter jet of the Indian Air Force (IAF). Considering the requirement, the Indian Defense Ministry has shown interest in accepting France's offer. Let us know what the whole deal is, and which engine is being installed in AMCA. What is the deal between India and France? According to the report, there is a strong possibility of a big deal between India and France which will be in better coordination with the development of AMCA. Also, the Indian aerospace industry will be strengthened in design, development and manufacturing capabilities. For this, Dassault Aviation has offered full know-how transfer and joint intellectual property rights with India's Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE). What does the deal include? The deal includes co-development of 120-125kN thrust engines for the AMCA Mk-2 and future Indian fighter jets, full technology transfer, and training for Indian engineers and technicians, no export restrictions on development technology, and development of engine variants with increased thrust up to 130kN. An IDRW report suggests that the first AMCA squadron will use US-origin GE-414 engines, paired with French co-development power plants. What is the status of Rafale jet deal? Meanwhile, Dassault Aviation has already delivered 36 Rafale fighter jets to the Indian Air Force and in April 2025, has secured a major and new deal worth Rs 76,300 crore for 26 Rafale marine fighters of the Indian Navy to be deployed on INS Vikrant. The deal includes 22 single-seater Rafale-M fighters and 4 two-seater trainer aircraft, along with their weapons, spares, simulators and training support. Will AMCA engines be manufactured in India? The deal plans to set up maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facilities for Rafale's fuselage development and engines and avionics, creating thousands of high-tech jobs. This will accelerate the manufacturing of AMCA engines in the country itself. The induction of the Rafale-M is seen as a stopgap while India develops its twin-engine deck-based fighter jet. However, there is speculation that India is also exploring additional orders for the Rafale. This will deepen Dassault's strategic presence in India, strengthen interoperability between the Indian Air Force and Indian Navy and promote a comprehensive India-France defence partnership.
India.com
2 days ago
- Business
- India.com
India's War Doctrine Transformed Post Operation Sindoor: Future Weapons Like BrahMos-2, AI Drones & Laser Tech Set To Make Nation A Global Military Superpower
New Delhi: Something shifted after Operation Sindoor, not only in files or formal discussions, but in the way India now envisions the idea of war itself. In May 2025, when Indian armed forces took down terror camps buried deep within Pakistan and the region it controls in Kashmir, the message echoed far and wide. Each strike was exact. No soldier was lost. There were no explanations issued. Since then, India has been moving fast. Defence is no longer about response. It is about redefining. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the Indian Navy and an entire ecosystem of private defence innovators are shaping what now looks like the next stage of military evolution. New Missiles, Unseen Reach India is not standing by for threats. It is positioning itself to outpace them. The Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile, developed with direct naval support, is engineered to penetrate enemy aircraft carriers more than 1,000 km from shore. The BrahMos-II is being prepared to travel over 1,500 km in minutes, too fast and too silent for radar to follow. Then comes Rudram, which is built to silence enemy radars, communication lines and jamming systems with precise impact. Its design will not cause partial damage, it is meant to erase what the enemy sees and hears. Air Shields, Powered Up When waves of drones entered Indian skies during Operation Sindoor, the reaction was measured and direct. India's Akash and QRSAM systems stepped up, showing the years of investment in air defence had taken root. More is on the way. In the pipeline now are D4S anti-drone squads, high-powered laser walls and radars with sweeping range. All designed and built indigenously. The Ocean Has a New Pulse Beneath the surface, another transformation is shaping the future. Three new Scorpène-class submarines are being assembled. Indian naval ships like INS Vikrant and INS Visakhapatnam are now on active watch across maritime choke points, armed with next-gen missiles and unmanned combat drones. Mumbai's shipyards are growing into major strategic zones. With Rs 4,000 to 5,000 crore already earmarked, these shipyards will soon become core centres for submarine and warship manufacturing. The Sky Now Sees And Bites The battlefield is evolving. Future missions will unfold in the air, led by machines that do not tire. Presently under development, the SWiFT-K suicide drone is built to vanish from radar and strike targets using AI-generated guidance. The American MQ-9B Predators, now inducted into service, are conducting surveillance across key fronts like Ladakh and the Indian Ocean. India's own UAVs are not far behind. The TAPAS-BH for surveillance and the WarHawk drone for advanced targeting are both approaching combat readiness. Intelligence That Thinks for Itself Artificial intelligence is now embedded into India's defence strategy. It processes surveillance data, tracks threats and selects targets. It is like a silent commander, who is always alert and never misses details. AI systems today are guiding Indian tanks, drones and battlefield sensors. During Operation Sindoor, real-time data from ISRO satellites allowed forces to act with surgical accuracy. No guesswork. Just execution. What Lies Ahead? India is preparing for the future with a clear roadmap – 87 MALE drones for round-the-clock border monitoring; AMCA fifth-generation stealth fighter jets, which would be ready by 2030; Project Kusha, a fully indigenous air defence platform matching S-400 strength; and laser-based interceptors to disable missiles before they land. India's defence exports are rising steadily. BrahMos missiles, bulletproof gear and custom hardware are now entering markets across Asia, the Gulf and even parts of Europe. What Operation Sindoor Marked More than a battlefield decision, the mission became a statement of intent. India has stepped into a new era, one where it does not wait to absorb threats, but moves to end them before they form. The signal has reached far beyond its borders. Nations have observed India's actions. The next time a rogue drone appears or a terror base is detected in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, there will be no hesitation. There will be action. And that action will come from weapons made in India. Hypersonic. AI-driven. Satellite-tracked. India is not on the road to becoming a military power. It has already arrived.
