This puts India in a group of select nations having capabilities of such critical and advanced military technologies, says Rajnath Singh

PM Modi and Spanish President Sanchez jointly inaugurated the Tata-Airbus final assembly line for the C-295 aircraft production last month

Traditional notions of war are being reshaped by emerging technologies and evolving strategic partnerships, says the Defence Minister

According to India’s Ministry of Defence, the exercise will focus on a high degree of physical fitness, joint planning and joint tactical drills

India now exports defence equipment to over 100 countries

The exercise will serve as a precursor to the major Theater Level Readiness Operational Exercise

India’s ability to conduct long-range intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions will be significantly enhanced

Terrorism along with cyber and maritime challenges pose a serious threat to global peace and security, says PM Modi

The exercise serves as a platform to build mutual trust among participating nations

One of the technological highlights of this edition is the use of the Indian Navy’s NISHAR system

Being hosted by India, Exercise Malabar 2024 will centre on a range of activities designed to enhance operational capabilities and cooperation among the navies

The VSHORADS missile system is a man-portable air defense system designed indigenously

The Indian navy has consistently contributed as the first responder in regional crises

Strategic planning, counter-terrorism operations, and maritime security domains will be discussed between the nations

One of the key aspects of the VLSRSAM missile system is its indigenous design and development

India’s P8I Poseidon is a cutting-edge maritime surveillance aircraft that has played a critical role in anti-submarine warfare

These ships are capable of detecting and engaging submarines in coastal waters

The exercise also saw the participation of the IAF’s homegrown Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas

In 2020, India and Australia decided on a Shared Vision for Maritime Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region

Prior to this exercise, INS Tabar made a port visit to Hamburg, Germany, from July 17 to 20.

In addition to his visit to the Kargil War Memorial, Prime Minister Modi will also highlight the Shinkun La Tunnel Project

The IAF contingent includes over 150 highly skilled Air Warriors

The 7th NSA level meeting of the Colombo Security Conclave will be held in India later this year

Mongolia’s Armed Forces Chief is scheduled to attend the closing ceremony on July 16, 2024

Germany is among the countries to have confirmed its participation