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[Hindustani78]

Ministry of Defence
28-November, 2016 12:29 IST
NCC Celebrates 68th Anniversary

National Cadet Corps (NCC), the largest uniformed youth organisation in the world, celebrated its 68th Raising Day on 27th November 2016. In the national capital the function was marked by paying homage to the martyrs at Amar Jawan Jyoti, India Gate. On this occasion the Defence Secretary Shri G. Mohan Kumar and Offg DG NCC Maj Gen JS Sandhu laid wreaths at Amar Jawan Jyoti.

The raising day was also celebrated all over India with cadets participating in marches, cultural activities and social development programmes. NCC in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare utilised this occasion to spread awareness about organ donations.

NCC is at the forefront of contribution towards social causes and community development activities. Its cadets have done the nation and organisation proud by their remarkable achievements in the fields of sports and adventure and have won laurels in the National Shooting and Equestrian competitions.

During the current year the NCC was awarded a Certificate of Excellence by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for its contribution towards Swacchta Abhiyan.

 

[Hindustani78]

http://www.deccanherald.com/content/583630/lt-gen-k-bhatt-director.html
New Delhi, Nov 28, 2016, PTI:
Lt Gen A K Bhatt has been appointed as the country's new Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) and will be in charge of all army operations including on the LoC which has seen heightened tension.

Bhatt, a Gorkha officer, replaces Lt Gen Ranbir Singh, who has been appointed as the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Mathura-based Strike 1 Corps -- one of the three assault forces of the army -- which is mandated to cross into Pakistan in a short notice.

It was during the tenure of Lt Gen Singh that India carried out surgical strikes at five separate locations in Azad Kashmir to target terrorist launch pads.

Bhatt is at present posted in the Army Headquarters as the Additional Director General of CAB (Complaint and Advisory Board).

The appointment was cleared by the Appointment Committee of the Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Lt Gen Shokin Chauhan, who headed the Strike 1 Corps, has been appointed as the new chief of the Assam Rifles.

 

[Jäger]

I want to ask a few questions about India defence procurements
how many SH-60s were ordered and how many potential could be bought?
does India have a plan to induct 39 more AH-64s?
If procured will India make U-214 class in the ¨make in india program¨?
how many F-16IN could be built if ordered?
has India chosen the F-18?
can India procure the F-35B/C for the new aircraft carriers?

 

[Lord Of Gondor]

I want to ask a few questions about India defence procurements
how many SH-60s were ordered and how many potential could be bought?
does India have a plan to induct 39 more AH-64s?
If procured will India make U-214 class in the ¨make in india program¨?
how many F-16IN could be built if ordered?
has India chosen the F-18?
can India procure the F-35B/C for the new aircraft carriers?

1)The S70B order was for 16 airframes but it has not gotten through.
The potential is for dozens more.
2)Yes, in all likelihood the Apache Guardian order will increase.
3)Probably. Considering that we also license built the U209.
4)Well, the numbers could be in the low triple digits(if the order ever materialises)
5)No
6)Likely as the Navy wants a Catobar system for their next Carrier and the aircraft options are limited to the Super Hornet, Rafale and the F35.

 

[Jäger]

1)The S70B order was for 16 airframes but it has not gotten through.
The potential is for dozens more.
2)Yes, in all likelihood the Apache Guardian order will increase.
3)Probably. Considering that we also license built the U209.
4)Well, the numbers could be in the low triple digits(if the order ever materialises)
5)No
6)Likely as the Navy wants a Catobar system for their next Carrier and the aircraft options are limited to the Super Hornet, Rafale and the F35.

on number 6, why not buy Rafale so you guys don't have a logistic problem since IAF ordered 36 Rafales.

 

[Lord Of Gondor]

on number 6, why not buy Rafale so you guys don't have a logistic problem since IAF ordered 36 Rafales.

The Rafale might be in contention.
We just have to wait and watch...
But I think that the US may push the F35C for the EMALS integration, sorta like the MiG29K bundled with the INS Vikramaditya.
All in all a very expensive proposition...

 

[Hindustani78]

Ministry of Defence
29-November, 2016 15:26 IST
JCOs Retiring from Indian Army

The year-wise details of the approximate number of Junior Commissioned Officers getting retired from Indian Army from 1st January, 2013 to 30th June, 2016 is as under:-


Government has provided reservation for re-employment of defence personnel details of which is as follows:


The details of reservation available to Ex-Servicemen in Government Departments/PSUs are as under:-


· 10% of the vacancies in the posts up to the level of Assistant Commandant in all para-military forces.

· 10% in Group ‘C’ and 20% in Group ‘D’ posts.

· 14.5% in Group ‘C’ and 24.5% in Group ‘D’ posts in Public Sector Undertakings and Nationalized Banks. Out of this reservation, 4.5% reservation in each category is meant for Disabled Soldiers and Widows/Dependents.


· 100% in Defence Security Corps.


Further, a MoU has been signed in July, 2015 between Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. Post MoU, Indian Army institutionalized linkages with National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and raised Directorate of Indian Army Veteran (DIAV) in January, 2016 with a separate Skilling & Transition Section which is dedicated to skilling prospective retirees under NSDC for job placements on retirement. Presently, nearly 2000 personnel have undergone various skill courses being conducted under 09 Sectors and 19 Job Roles at various Regimental Centres.


This information was given by Defence Minister Shri Manohar Parrikar in a written reply to Shri Shiv Pratap Shukla in Rajya Sabha today.

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Ministry of Defence
29-November, 2016 15:27 IST
Troop deployment at Siachen Glacier


The Siachen Glacier is divided in three parts i.e. Northern Glacier, Central Glacier and Southern Glacier. The tenure of soldiers deployed in these locations varies from three to five months based on complexity of the deployment location, sensitivity of the post and adverse effect on the health of the individual.

In operation Meghdoot, from 1984 till 18.11.2016, 35 Officers and 887 JCOs / ORs have lost their lives. With effect from 1st January 2016, ex-gratia lump sum compensation of Rs. 35 Lakh is payable to the next of kin (Nok) on death of Army personnel occurring while on duty in the specified high altitude, inaccessible border posts, etc. on account of natural disasters, extreme weather conditions. In addition, other benefits such as liberalised family pension, death-cum-retirement-gratuity, etc. are granted as per extant rules.

This information was given by Minister of State for Defence Dr. Subhash Bhamre in a written reply to Shri Majeed Memon in Rajya Sabha today.

 

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[Hindustani78]

Kolkata/New Delhi November 30, 2016 14:09 IST
Updated: November 30, 2016 16:58 IST
http://www.thehindu.com/news/nation...y-copter-crashes-at-Sukna/article16729477.ece


Injured JCO evacuated, but his condition remains critical.

Three officers were killed when an Army helicopter crashed at Sukna in West Bengal on Wednesday.

"Army Cheetah helicopter crashed at Sukna at 11.45 a.m. today. Three officers killed. One injured evacuated," said the Army's Eastern Command.

The condition of a Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) remains critical, an Army spokesperson said.

The incident occurred inside the Sukna military base, when the copter was descending after a routine mission, sources in the Army said.

The deceased have been identified as Maj. Sanjeev Lathar, Maj. Arvind Bazala and Lt. Col. Rajneesh Kumar.

 

[Hindustani78]

Cadets celebrate after their passing-out-parade at National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla, in Pune on Tuesday. PTI Photo

CISF personnel carry injured (volunteers) during a multi-agency mock drill at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium Metro Station in New Delhi on Tuesday. PTI Photo

 

[Hindustani78]

Prime Minister's Office
01-December, 2016 11:06 IST
PM greets BSF personnel on their Raising Day
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has greeted all the Border Security Force (BSF) personnel on their Raising Day.
“Greetings to all @BSF_India personnel on their Raising Day. BSF has an exemplary legacy of courage and vital role in keeping our borders safe”, the Prime Minister said.

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[Hindustani78]

Ministry of Home Affairs
01-December, 2016 17:37 IST
MoS (Home) Shri Hansraj Gangaram Ahir as Chief Guest at 51st Raising Day Parade of BSF

The Minister of State for Home Affairs Shri Hansraj Gangaram Ahir took salute at the 51st Raising Day Parade of BSF here today.

Addressing the gathering, Shri Hansraj Gangaram Ahir said that the BSF has foiled several infiltration attempts made on our Western Border since October. Our Forces have also responded effectively to firing from across the border, he added.

Shri Hansraj Gangaram Ahir said history is witness to the fact that we have not started any war, but whenever our borders have been violated or any attempt made to cast aspersions on our integrity, we have responded to such threats with all might. Later, addressing the media, the Minister assured that the Government will help the BSF in all its endeavours keeping in view the importance of the borders.

Shri Hansraj Gangaram Ahir commended the BSF for adopting Yoga into its training programme that will help retain sound physical and mental health of its personnel.

On the occasion, the Minister gave away various Awards and Trophies. He also released Prahari Sangini and Borderman magazines. Shri Hansraj Gangaram Ahir also inaugurated Divyang Skill Development Centre to provide training to the Divyang. Earlier, he paid homage to martyrs at BSF memorial.

During the ceremony, two different teams performed Yoga and Malkhamb, in addition to acrobatics displayed by the BSF Camel Contingent.

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The Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Hansraj Gangaram Ahir paying homage to Martyrs at the BSF memorial during the 51st Raising Day of BSF, in New Delhi on December 01, 2016.

The Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Hansraj Gangaram Ahir releasing a booklet after the inauguration of the Divyang Skill Development Centre during the 51st Raising Day of BSF, during the 51st Raising Day of BSF, in New Delhi on December 01, 2016.

 

[Hindustani78]

Ministry of Defence
02-December, 2016 14:31 IST
Fire at Central Ammunition Depot in Pulgaon

The Court of Inquiry set up on 31.05.2016 to investigate the causes of fire in Central Ammunition Depot, Pulgaon has attributed the fire to excessive exudation and resultant explosion of segregated Mines Anti Tank ND 1A.

Based on the findings of the Court of Inquiry, action has been initiated for fixing responsibility for this incident. Security and Fire Fighting audit of all ammunitions echelons has been completed at respective Command HQ level to further strengthen security and Fire Fighting procedures. Further, development of Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) on disposal of defective ammunition in fixed time frame is underway.

All TNT exuded affected mines held in Central Ammunition Depot, Pulgaon have been destroyed.

This information was given by Minister of State for Defence Dr. Subhash Bhamre in a written reply to Shri Kamal Nath and Adv. M Udhayakumar in Lok Sabha today.

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Ministry of Defence
02-December, 2016 14:26 IST
Delivering of Modern Defence Hardware

The requirements of defence equipment for the Indian Armed Forces are met through both indigenous production and imports. The expenditure on purchase of defence equipment for the three services in the last two years and current financial year, from the Foreign vendors and Indian vendors is as given below:-

(Rs. in crore)
Total Procurement- Procurement from Foreign Vendors- Procurement from Indian Vendors

2014-15-------77986.32 --------------------29159.69----------------------48826.63
2015-16-------76178.80----------------------26190.46----------------------49988.34
2016-17-------32073.18----------------------9278.26------------------------22794.92
(upto October 2016)

2. During the last two financial years (2014-15 and 2015-16), 108 contracts with total value of Rs.1,12,736.81 crore have been signed for capital procurement of defence equipment, out of which 73 contracts involving a value of Rs.72,303.34 crore were signed with Indian vendors. During 2014-15 and 2015-16, the Defence Acquisition Council has accorded Acceptance of Necessity (AON) to 114 capital procurement cases, of which 85 cases involving Rs.1,60,362 crore are under the ‘Buy (Indian)’ ‘Buy & Make (Indian)’ and ‘Buy & Make’ categories.

3. A number of measures have been adopted to achieve self-sufficiency in defence production by harnessing the capabilities of the public and private sector. These measures include according priority and preference to procurement from Indian vendors under the Defence Procurement Procedure (DPP) 2016, liberalization of the licensing regime and providing access to modern technology to Indian industry by raising the cap on FDI in the defence sector.

4. The new Defence Procurement Procedure (DPP) 2016 has been promulgated for capital procurements and has come into effect from 1st April 2016. DPP 2016 has a focus on achieving the “Make in India” vision by according topmost priority to ‘Buy Indian – IDDM (Indian Designed, Developed and Manufactured) and ‘Buy (Indian)’ categories. It also focuses on enhancement and rationalization of indigenous content. The ‘Make’ Procedure has been simplified with provisions for earmarking projects not exceeding development cost of Rs.10 crores (government funded) and Rs.3 crores (industry funded) for MSMEs; and with provisions for involving private industry as production agencies and technology transfer partners.


This information was given by Minister of State for Defence Dr. Subhash Bhamre in a written reply to Shri R Parthipan in Lok Sabha today.

 

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Ministry of Defence
02-December, 2016 14:30 IST
Ultra Light Howitzers

Under the terms of the Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) signed with the US Government for supply of 145 ULH, 25 guns will be inducted in Fully Formed condition and the balance 120 guns will be assembled in India. Government has placed an indent on Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) for procurement of Qty. 114 155-MM Dhanush artillery guns.

Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has accorded Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for procurement of integrated Tracked Self Propelled (SP) 155mm artillery guns on 26.02.2008.

This information was given by Minister of State for Defence Dr. Subhash Bhamre in a written reply to Shri B Senguttuvan in Lok Sabha today.

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Ministry of Defence
02-December, 2016 14:29 IST
Operational Preparedness of Defence Forces

Government is fully seized of the security needs of the country. Government regularly reviews the threat perception to secure our borders and protect national interest. Appropriate measures are taken through development of infrastructure as well as accretion and modernization and deployment of defence forces to safeguard the sovereignty, territorial integrity and security of India.

The information sought on matter of defence preparedness is sensitive and secret in nature and disclosure of further details in this regard on the floor of the House would not be in the national interest.

This information was given by Minister of State for Defence Dr. Subhash Bhamre in a written reply to Smt Kothapalli Geetha in Lok Sabha today.