Quad nations begin Malabar joint maritime exercise off India

Published on October 10, 2024

Japan's Maritime Self-Defense Force and the navies of the United States, Australia and India have begun a joint exercise in waters near India. India's defence ministry says the Malabar drill began on Tuesday in the Bay of Bengal and will continue through October 18. The drill will involve vessels such as destroyers and supply vessels, along with aircraft and submarines. Japan's destroyer Ariake will take part. Participants are expected to confirm coordination through anti-submarine and other drills.

Read the full article here.

Other news

HAL, Bharat Dynamics, BEL and other defence stocks surge over 3% after CCS nod for Rs 80,000 crore deals

October 10, 2024
Shares of defence companies such as HAL, Bharat Dynamics, and Bharat Electronics surged over 3% on Thursday following the Cabinet Committee on Security's approval of defence deals worth Rs 80,000 crore. HAL's shares rose over 2% to Rs 4,492, BDL shares jumped over 3% to a day’s high of Rs 1,197, and BEL advanced 2% to Rs 287.Read the full article here.

India clears two mega defence projects for 2 indigenous nuclear submarines & 31 Predator drones

October 10, 2024
The Indian government has approved a major project to build two nuclear-powered submarines and acquire 31 MQ-98 Predator drones from the US, costing around Rs 68,000 crore, to counter China's regional activities. The submarines and drones will enhance India's intelligence, surveillance, and defensive capabilities.Read the full article here.