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Germany confirms drone-destroying laser weapon for German Navy by 2029 — 100Kw version will zap 1000+ mph supersonic missiles for $1 a shot

Germany plans operational naval laser weapons by 2029 after extensive trials, while engineers continue addressing technical and production challenges ahead.

TechRadar

Defence Ministry likely to clear major proposals for HAMMER, Verba, MP-ATGMs, pseudo satellites on July 3

In the first Defence Acquisition Council meeting to be held with new Chief of Defence Staff, Army and Navy Chiefs in attendance, the Defence Ministry is expected to clear mega proposals including the acquisition of the HAMMER air to ground precision guided munitions for the Rafales and LCA Tejas aircraft,…

The Economic Times

India's submarine hunters: Why the Navy is pushing for more helicopters and P-8I aircraft

India is urgently bolstering its anti-submarine warfare capabilities amidst growing Chinese and Pakistani submarine presence. Naval helicopters, like the MH-60R Seahawk, are crucial for detecting and engaging underwater threats, complementing the P-8I aircraft. While progress is being made, the current helicopter fleet size is limited, necessitating accelerated acquisition and indigenous…

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Queen Elizabeth II memorial will feature statue of late monarch as young woman

The final masterplan for the central London tribute has been unveiled to coincide with what would have been the late Queen’s 100th birthday.

Evening Standard

Army-Navy Game: The Five Best-Looking Special Uniforms in the Rivalry’s History

The 126th Army-Navy Game takes place on Saturday in Baltimore.

Sports Illustrated

Search for UK navy crew member under way off north-west coast of Ireland

The Irish Coast Guard received a distress call from a UK naval support vessel before 9am on Saturday.

Evening Standard

Video: NASCAR unveils full San Diego street course layout at Naval base

NASCAR has revealed the 16-turn, 3.4 street course that will take place on Naval Base Coronado in San Diego

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Maya Angelou memoir, Holocaust book are among those pulled from Naval Academy library in DEI purge

Books on the Holocaust, histories of feminism, civil rights and racism, and Maya Angelou’s famous autobiography, “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings,” were among the nearly 400 volumes removed from the U.S. Naval Academy’s library this week

The Independent UK

Naval Academy removes nearly 400 books from library in new DEI purge ordered by Hegseth's office

U.S. officials say the U.S. Naval Academy has removed nearly 400 books from its library after being told by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s office to review and get rid of books that promote diversity, equity and inclusion

The Independent UK

Civilization 7's new patch temporarily disables crossplay between PC and console so Firaxis can 'expedite updates to the PC'

A new Civilization 7 patch fixes some UI issues, bugs, and AI problems, but crossplay between PC and consoles is off the table for now.

PC Gamer

Tom Cruise honoured by US Navy

Hollywood actor Tom Cruise has been awarded the US Navy's highest civilian honour for being a "staunch advocate" for the service with the 'Mission: Impossible' star receiving the Distinguished Public Service Award from Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro.

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239 trainees graduate from Indian Naval Academy

As per the release, the Passing Out Trainees included eight foreign cadets from four countries and 29 women trainees. Read further on Dynamite News:

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NCIS v Photographer's rights—ACLU stands up for live streaming in "Warship Chicken" case

Streaming cameras in San Diego, ignored for a decade, began to be seen as an espionage issue by the Naval police

Digital Camera World

War hero Admiral Laxminarayan Ramdas given funeral with Naval honours

Admiral Laxminarayan Ramdas' funeral with Navy honours in Hyderabad, remembered for his commitment to justice and democracy.

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Dutch government to decide on the purchase of four French submarines

The Dutch government will decide Friday if it will buy four French-made submarines from the Paris-based Naval Group after deliberations lasting nine years.

The Hindu

We did nothing wrong; we aren’t enemies of Qatar: freed former Naval officer

In an interview with The Hindu, former Navy Commander Amit Nagpal says still unaware of why they were arrested for espionage in Qatar and thanks PM Modi and the Indian Embassy for their efforts to have them released.

Dynamite News

'Our national interests are preserved and protected', asserts Navy Chief Admiral Hari Kumar

Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar on Thursday said that the job of the Navy is to ensure that "we protect, promote, pursue the National interest of Bharat". Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

Indian Navy unveils new design for Admirals' Epaulettes

The Indian Navy has revealed the new design for Admirals' Epaulettes. The announcement on a new design for the Epaulettes was made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during Navy Day 2023 at Sindhudurg in Maharashtra. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Govt. committed to increasing strength of women in armed forces: PM Modi

PM Modi commits to increasing women's strength in armed forces; lauds Shivaji's foresight in recognising naval capabilities; announces new ranks in Navy to reflect Indian culture; Central & State govts determined to preserve Shivaji's forts; port-led development & utilising ocean potentials also priorities.

Newslaundry

Qatar’s death row to 8 ex-navy men: Modi govt’s most difficult diplomacy test

Eight naval veterans are on death row in Qatar. The charges against them have not been made public, but media speculation attributed to unnamed sources in the government is that they have been convicted of espionage for a “third country”. Their families, the large community of Indian military veterans, and…

The Hindu

Navy helicopter accident in Kochi, one killed

Indian Navy helicopter crashes in Kochi, killing one and injuring another. Occurred on Nov 4 at Naval airport on Willingdon Island. Helicopter operated from INS Garuda.

Dynamite News

Families of Ex-Navy personnel detained in Qatar say misinformation being spread, 8 Ex-Navy men didn't work on submarines

Friends and families of the eight former Indian Navy personnel detained in Qatar and given the death penalty by a court in the Gulf country remain hopeful for early relief.

The Hindu

Pursue all legal, political options in Qatar case: experts

India must pursue all efforts, including political appeals at highest levels, to ensure Naval veterans accused of espionage are brought back. India can leverage strategic ties with Qatar, including Defence Cooperation Agreement, training slots, DIMDEX, to pursue case. Royal pardon possible.

The Hindu

Navy’s Maritime Infrastructure Perspective Plan 2023-37 released

Minister of State for Defence Ajay Bhatt released the Maritime Infrastructure Perspective Plan which aims to synchronise and enmesh the infrastructure requirements of the Navy, over the next 15 years

The Hindu

Naval sailor goes missing after discharge from hospital in Mumbai

He was unwell since sometime for which he underwent treatment at the INHS Asvini hospital in Colaba area from July 19 and was discharged on August 21, the official said.

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