General Indian Defence News

[Carlosa]

Anybody knows the status of the satellite tracking and data center that India was going to build in south Vietnam?
@Nilgiri

 

[Nilgiri]

Anybody knows the status of the satellite tracking and data center that India was going to build in south Vietnam?
@Nilgiri

It was supposed to be activated "soon" back in January this year:

https://swarajyamag.com/insta/much-...ctivate-satellite-tracking-station-in-vietnam

I think it might be in operation now? @Viet @Viva_Viet @xiao qi @Aqsuperman

 

[Carlosa]

It was supposed to be activated "soon" back in January this year:

https://swarajyamag.com/insta/much-...ctivate-satellite-tracking-station-in-vietnam

I think it might be in operation now? @Viet @Viva_Viet @xiao qi @Aqsuperman

Thank you very much bud !!!!

 

[xiao qi]

It was supposed to be activated "soon" back in January this year:

https://swarajyamag.com/insta/much-...ctivate-satellite-tracking-station-in-vietnam

I think it might be in operation now? @Viet @Viva_Viet @xiao qi @Aqsuperman

Yes, It was already activated
http://www.tinkhongle.com/2016/01/an-o-at-tram-ve-tinh-o-viet-nam-e-theo.html

 

[Hindustani78]

Ministry of Defence
01-October, 2018 17:14 IST
18TH Raising Day of HQ IDS

On the 18th Raising Day of HQ Integrated Defence Staff (IDS), Chief of IDS Lt Gen Satish Dua laid wreath at Amar JawanJyoti, India Gate to pay homage to the martyrs. Senior officers of the Army, Navy and the Air Force of the IDS were also present during the ceremony.

HQ IDS was raised on October 01, 2001 and during 17 years, this ‘Tri-Service Entity’ with an overarching aim of ‘Victory Through Jointness’ has led in the conduct of Disaster Relief Operations, TriService Exercises, both within the Services and outside with the friendly foreign countries, training leaders of the Tri-Service Institutes and strengthening of the intelligence gathering structure of the nation. In the forefront, the IDS is spearheading realization of Defence Cyber Agency, Defence Space Agency and Special Operations Division for the three Services.

On this day, the HQ also conducted a number of events for the troops and the families of IDS. Conveying his compliments on the occasion, Lt Gen Dua exhorted all ranks of the 'Purple Fraternity', colour of jointmanship of the three Services, to continue to strive in keeping with the highest ideals of the Armed Forces and wished them for a great future ahead.

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[Hindustani78]

Ministry of Defence
25-October, 2018 14:49 IST
RRM inaugurates 48th AISS Principals’ Conference

All India Sainik School (AISS) Principals’ Conference began today at Sainik School Kunjpura premises in Karnal district of Haryana. Inaugurating the 48th edition of the conference, Raksha Rajya Mantri Dr. Subhash Bhamre applauded the principals for their leadership roles in their respective schools and also sending a good number of cadets to the prestigious National Defence Academy.

Dr Bhamre said, “It is a testimony to the fact that the Sainik Schools are meeting their three-pronged agenda of – opening the access of quality public school education to the children of common men; serving as feeder-institutions to the National Defence Academy and removing regional imbalance in the officer cadre of the Armed Forces. It is satisfying to learn of the performance of the schools on all these three counts.” The conference would focus on review of policy matters and functioning of Sainik Schools in the country.

He said, there is a surge in the demand of Sainik schools in the country and the Government is planning to establish new schools. He also informed the establishment of two new Sainik Schools at Jhunjhunu (Rajasthan) and East Siang (Arunachal Pradesh) in the current financial year. He emphasised on the need of providing the cadets modern education and keep abreast with the changes in the education world.

Raksha Rajya Mantri Dr. Subhash Bhamre touched the issue of girls taking admission in Sainik Schools. He informed, the government has taken revolutionary decision to induct the girls in the Sainik Schools and open the doors of quality training; a historic step towards the empowerment of girls. Dr Bhamre emphasised that it would be his earnest endeavour to get this policy implemented at the earliest by developing required infrastructure in all the Sainik Schools.

Pointing out a number of important initiatives taken during the recently concluded Board of Governors’ (BoG) Meeting, Raksha Rajya Mantri Dr Bhamre told the august gathering, “I have directed the Sainik Schools Society to ensure that BoG meets every year and all important matter pertaining to the schools and their functioning are discussed threadbare by all the stakeholders – in particular the State Governments; a step that will enable greater synergy and closer co-operation between the state and the schools.”

Raksha Rajya Mantri assured the gathering that Government is actively considering the implementation of recommendations of 7thCentral Pay Commission for the personnel of Sainik Schools.

The Minister presented the prestigious Raksha Mantri Trophy to the Principal of Sainik School Sujanpura Tira in Himachal Pradesh for sending maximum number of cadets to NDA in 2017 and 2018. It may be noted that Sainik Schools have sent 105 cadets to the 140th course of NDA this year. Sainik School Korukonda and Sainik School Nalanda lifted the Academic Trophies for producing best result in class XII and Class X examination respectively. Principals of all Sainik Schools are taking part in the two-day conference.

SRR/Nampi/DK/Rajib

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Subhash Ramrao Bhamre paying homage at War Memorial, at the inauguration of the 48th All India Sainik School (AISS) Principals’ Conference, at Sainik School Kunjpura, Haryana on October 25, 2018.

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Subhash Ramrao Bhamre inspecting the Guard of Honour, at Sainik School Kunjpura, Haryana on October 25, 2018.

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Subhash Ramrao Bhamre along with the Principals of various Sainik Schools, at the inauguration of the 48th All India Sainik School (AISS) Principals’ Conference, at Sainik School Kunjpura, Haryana on October 25, 2018.

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Subhash Ramrao Bhamre presenting a cheque to Sainik School Sujanpur Tira, at the inauguration of the 48th All India Sainik School (AISS) Principals’ Conference, at Sainik School Kunjpura, Haryana on October 25, 2018.

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Subhash Ramrao Bhamre visiting the motivation hall, at the inauguration of the 48th All India Sainik School (AISS) Principals’ Conference, at Sainik School Kunjpura, Haryana on October 25, 2018.

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Subhash Ramrao Bhamre interacting with the cadets from various Sainik Schools, at the inauguration of the 48th All India Sainik School (AISS) Principals’ Conference, at Sainik School Kunjpura, Haryana on October 25, 2018.

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Subhash Ramrao Bhamre with the cadets from various Sainik Schools, at the inauguration of the 48th All India Sainik School (AISS) Principals’ Conference, at Sainik School Kunjpura, Haryana on October 25, 2018.

 

[Hindustani78]

Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
26-October, 2018 17:35 IST
A delegation of MES officials meet MoS, Dr Jitendra Singh their service matters

A delegation of MES (Military Engineering Service) officials, representing All India MES Barrack & Stores Cadre Association met Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) of the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh here today and sought the intervention of the Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT) for issues related to their cadre review.

The delegation submitted a memorandum pointing out that based on certain inputs which, according to them, were incorrect, from the Ministry of Defence and DG (Pers.) of E-in-C, the issue of creation of one post of Joint Director General (Resource) has got complicated. Later, the DoPT also raised certain queries and the matter has got delayed. They also noted that it was after 70 years of independence that under the present government, on 15th December 2017, the first-ever cadre review of Barrack & Store Cadre of MES had got approved

The members of the delegation requested the Minister to take a considerate view and issue directions to the concerned officials to revisit their promotion file so that the queries raised by the DoPT could be resolved.

Dr Jitendra Singh gave a patient hearing to the delegation and issued directions to the concerned officials to study the case in depth and suggest what best could be done under the circumstances.



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[Hindustani78]

Ministry of Defence
27-October, 2018 18:04 IST
Ex-Servicemen Rally at Churu



The Indian Army will be organizing an Ex-Servicemen rally at District Police Stadium, Churu on 29 Oct 2018 from 0900hr onwards for the veterans of Sujangarh, Sardarshahar, Rajgarh, Ratangarh and Taranagar Tehsils of Churu district. The aim of the rally is to assist Ex-servicemen in resolution of their grievances, if any, and enhancing their awareness with regard to latest policies/ regulations as well as job opportunities.

Stalls would be established by various Record Offices, Army Welfare Housing Organisation, Army Welfare Education Society, Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme, Army Recruiting Offices, Pension Liaison Cell, Army Welfare Placement Organisation, Ex-Servicemen Helpline, Zila Sainik Board including the Indian Air Force and Indian Navy. Civil administration will also establish offices of various banks and a Grievance Resolution Cell. Military Hospital, Bikaner will organise a medical camp during the rally for the benefit of the Ex Servicemen fraternity.

Buses are planned to be catered for conveyance of veterans from pre designated pick up points at Sujangarh, Sardarshahar, Rajgarh, Ratangarh and Taranagar on the day of the rally.


Col Aman Anand
PRO (Army)

Ministry of Defence
27-October, 2018 17:56 IST

The Infantry Day Celebration


Cycle rallies were conducted by all 27 Regiments of Infantry to celebrate the 72nd Infantry Day. All teams started from their respective Regimental Centres to New Delhi wherein they were Flagged-In at India Gate on 27 Oct 2018 by General Bipin Rawat, Chief of the Army Staff.

The cycle rally from respective Regimental Centres, covered a distance of 2000 Kilometers. Collectively, 27 Regiments covered more than 50,000 km to mark the occasion. During their sojourn enroute, the Infantry soldiers interacted with the Army veterans and motivated the country’s youth towards nation building.


Col Aman Anand
PRO (Army)

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Ministry of Defence27-October, 2018 17:52 IST
72nd Infantry Day Celebrations

To commemorate the selfless dedication to duty by Indian Army’s gallant Infantrymen, a wreath laying ceremony was organised at ‘Amar Jawan Jyoti’. General Bipin Rawat, Chief of the Army Staff, along with senior officers, laid wreaths in a solemn ceremony. Sepoy Boota Singh, a recipient of Vir Chakra in 1971 War represented the veterans.

Infantry celebrates 27 October each year as Infantry Day to commemorate the first Infantry action post independence. In response to the threat posed to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of our Nation, on this day in 1947, the leading elements of the Indian Army from 1st Battalion of the SIKH Regiment air landed at Srinagar and gallantly fought the raiders aided by Pakistan Army. This bold action by the Indian Army and indomitable courage displayed by the Infantrymen reversed the tide of events and thwarted the adversary's nefarious designs.

As part of Infantry Day celebrations, Field Marshal SHFJ Manekshaw Memorial Lecture was also organised at Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantonment.

Col Aman Anand
PRO (Army)

 

[Hindustani78]

Ministry of Labour & Employment
16-November, 2018 19:01 IST
Clarification regarding Maternity Leave Incentive Scheme

In a section of media, there have been some reports about Maternity Leave Incentive Scheme. In this regard, the Ministry of Labour & Employment has clarified the following -



Background- (i) The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 applies to establishments employing 10 or more than 10 persons in Factories, Mines, Plantation, Shops & Establishments and other entities. The main purpose of this Act is to regulate the employment of women in certain establishments for certain period before and after child birth and to provide maternity benefit and certain other benefits. The Act was amended through the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017 which, inter alia, has increased the paid maternity leave to women employees from 12 weeks to 26 weeks.

1. While the implementation of the provision is good in Public Sector, there are reports that it is not good in Private Sector and in contract jobs. There is also a wide perception that private entities are not encouraging women employees because if they are employed, they may have to provide maternity benefit to them, particularly 26 weeks of paid holiday. In addition, the Ministry of Labour & Employment is also getting complaints from various quarters that when the employers come to know that their women employee is in the family way or applies for maternity leave, the contracts are terminated on some flimsy grounds. There have been several representations before the Labour Ministry on how the extended maternity leave has become a deterrent for female employees who are asked to quit or retrenched on flimsy grounds before they go on maternity leave.
2. Therefore, the Ministry of Labour & Employment is working on an incentive scheme wherein 7 weeks’ wages would be reimbursed to employers who employ women workers with wage ceiling upto Rs. 15000/- and provide the maternity benefit of 26 weeks paid leave, subject to certain conditions. It is estimated that approximately an amount of Rs. 400 crores would be the financial implication for Government of India, Ministry of Labour & Employment for implementing the proposed incentive scheme.

Major Impact: The proposed Scheme, if approved and implemented shall ensure the women in this country an equal access to employment and other approved benefits alongwith adequate safety and secure environment. Also, the women shall continue to bear the major share of household work as well as child care. The work places will be more and more responsive to the family needs of the working women.

Current Stage of the Proposal:
There are some media reports that this Scheme has been approved/notified. However, it is clarified that Ministry of Labour & Employment is in the process of obtaining necessary budgetary grant and approvals of Competent Authorities. The reports that it will be funded from Labour Welfare Cess, is also incorrect, as no such cess exists under this Ministry.



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RCJ/MS

 

[Hindustani78]

UPSC
26-November, 2018 18:05 IST
National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (I), 2018–Declaration of Final Results Thereof

The following is the list, in order of merit of 379 candidates, who have qualified on the basis of the results of the Written Examination held by the Union Public Service Commission on 22nd April, 2018 and the subsequent Interviews held by the Services Selection Board, of the Ministry of Defence for admission to the Army, Navy and Air Force wings of National Defence Academy for the 141th Course and Naval Academy for the 103rd Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC) commencing from 2nd January 2019. For detailed information regarding the date of commencement of the above courses, please visit the websites of Ministry of Defence i.e., www. joinindianarmy.nic.in, www.nausena-bharti.nic.in and www.careerairforce.nic.in.

The results of Medical Examination have not been taken into account in preparing these lists.

The candidature of all the candidates is provisional, subject to their submitting the requisite certificates in support of date of birth and educational qualifications etc. claimed by them directly to the Additional Directorate General of Recruiting, Adjutant General’s Branch, Integrated Headquarters, Ministry of Defence (Army), West Block No.III, Wing–I, R.K Puram, New Delhi -110066 wherever this has not already been done and NOT to UPSC.

In case, there is any change of address, the candidates are advised to promptly intimate directly to the Army Headquarter at the address given above.

The result is also available on the UPSC website at http://www.upsc.gov.in. However, marks of the candidates will be available on the website after 15 days from the date of declaration of final results.

For any further information, the candidates may contact Facilitation Counter near Gate ‘C’ of the Commission, either in person or on telephone Nos. 011-23385271/011-23381125/011-23098543 between 10:00 hours to 17:00 hours on any working day.



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BB/NK/PK

 

[lemurian]

https://www.janes.com/article/85219/india-s-adani-expands-defence-profile-through-alpha-acquisition

India’s Adani expands defence profile through Alpha acquisition

Indian group Adani has expanded its defence industrial capabilities through the acquisition of Bangalore-headquartered Alpha Design Technologies Limited (ADTL), Adani said in a filing to the Bombay Stock Exchange on 13 December.

The transaction is valued at about INR4 billion (USD56 million), making it one of India's largest defence industry acquisitions in recent years. Adani said the deal features its purchase in cash of more than 13.3 million shares at a premium of INR290.37 per share.

Adani said the acquisition was channelled through its defence subsidiary - Adani Defence Systems and Technologies Limited - and that it will provide Adani with "strong tier-one capabilities" in defence.

 

[El Sidd]

So whose winning the civil war in India?

 

[Nilgiri]

So whose winning the civil war in India?

Me. Hakuna Matata.

 

[El Sidd]

Me. Hakuna Matata.

So you will win 12000kms away from India.

That is some heinous plan you got Timon

 

[Nilgiri]

So you will win 12000kms away from India.

That is some heinous plan you got Timon

Yes...its the best that can be done. Like here, any sustained discussion of substance gets banned for wrongthink depending on the side. One echochamber mob just becomes bigger than another.

Also please ignore what I told you earlier about "staying above the fray" etc on pride rock etc...if the powers that be have a "feel"....3 points given your way regardless on wutevs.