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A 9-member panel headed by the former principal scientific advisor to the government Prof. Vijay Raghavan have submitted its report. Aim of the committee - To review the functioning of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Reasons - Several projects of DRDO suffer from huge delays and cost overruns. According to the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Defence, 23 of DRDO’s 55 mission mode projects could not be completed in time. According to CAG report, 67% of the 178 projects scrutinised by it had failed to adhere to their initially proposed timelines. Ministry of Defence (MoD) has set an ambitious defence exports target…
04 February, 2024
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Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) lab and a Hyderabd based private firm launched an indigenous assault rifle named Ugram recently. The rifle is weighing less than 4 kg with a 500-meter firing range. It is designed and developed to meet the operational requirements of the Indian armed forces, Para military forces, and state police forces.
28 January, 2024
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The X-65 is an experimental jet aircraft developed by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency's (DARPA) Control of Revolutionary Aircraft with Novel Effectors (CRANE) program. It is a full-scale aircraft to demonstrate a new method of flight control that uses no external moving parts.
18 January, 2024
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The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is working on the Project Kusha to operationally deploy its own long-range air defense system by 2028-29. Aim – To develop India’s own Long-Range Surface-to-Air Missiles (LR-SAM) Jointly developed with - Israel Aerospace Industries, Israel’s major aerospace and aviation manufacturers Ranges - Hit hostile targets at 150 km, 250 km, and 350 km ranges. Project Kusha: 'Project Kusha' is set to provide the Indian Air Force (IAF) with a long-range air defence system, with deployment targeted for 2028-29. The ambitious indigenous project will be developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) at an estimated budget of Rs 21,700 crore. Drawing parallels with Israel's renowned Iron Dome system, 'Project Kusha'…
04 January, 2024
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India demonstrated the firepower of the indigenous Akash missile system during the recent exercise ‘Astrashakti 2023’. Astrashakti - It literally means power of weapons. It is an air force exercise that held at Suryalanka Air Force Station in Andhra Pradesh. Aim – To serves as a platform to showcase the advanced capabilities of indigenous weapon systems. To underscore India's commitment to exporting its home-grown weapon systems to the global market. Demonstrations of SAMAR – Successful firing trials of SAMAR air defence missile Demonstration of Akash firing unit – A single firing unit of Akash weapon system simultaneously engaged and destroyed 4 unmanned aerial targets. Firing Level Radar (FLR) – It detects and tracks the…
22 December, 2023
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Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully carried out a flight trial of Autonomous Flying Wing Technology Demonstrator recently. Flying Wing Technology Demonstrator is an indigenous high-speed flying-wing Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV).
20 December, 2023
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India’s fastest solar-electric boat Barracuda sets sail for sustainable future. The solar-electric boat is named after the swift, long fish, Barracuda. The boat can be deployed even in the rough seas as a workboat to ferry up to 12 passengers and cargo. Engineered to navigate through waves towering up to 4 metres, the Barracuda excels in challenging marine environments. The boat offers a noise-free, vibration-free, and pollution-free journey. The 14-metre-long, 4.4-metre-wide vessel can attain a top speed of 12.5 knots (23 kmph) and has a range of seven hours on a single charge. It has twin 50 kW electric motors,…
18 December, 2023
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India is looking at sealing a landmark deal to procure 31 MQ-9B Predator armed drones from the U.S. under a government-to-government framework by March next year. The General Atomics MQ-9 Reaper (sometimes called Predator B) is an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV, one component of an unmanned aircraft system (UAS)). It is capable of remotely controlled or autonomous flight operations, developed by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI), U.S.
27 November, 2023
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The Indian Navy completes 2nd anti-piracy patrol in the Gulf of Guinea in Atlantic Ocean with the Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) INS Sumedha recently. INS Sumedha is the 3rd of the indigenously developed Naval OPV of Saryu class. It was built by Goa Shipyard Limited and commissioned on 2014. It took part in the recently conducted Operation Kaveri for evacuation of Indian diaspora from war hit Sudan recently.
24 November, 2023
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Emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, cyber technology, etc. are vital for Indian military and defence organisations. What is emerging technology? Emerging technologies - It refers to innovative advancements or developments that have the potential to significantly change the way we live and work. These technologies arise from cutting-edge research and offer new opportunities for industries, economies, and societies. What steps were taken to use emerging technologies in Indian defence sector? Chanakya Defence Dialogue- It was held in 2023 which serves as a forum to enhance national and regional security by discussing contemporary issues, including the impact of emerging technologies. Integrated Unmanned Roadmap- It…
22 November, 2023
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It is the world-1st rifle protection ballistic helmet, indigenously developed by Kanpur-based MKU Limited. It offers uniform protection in all 5 zones of the head against threats like the AK-47 MSC, M80 NATO BALL, and M193 rifle bullets. ‘Back Face Signature’ is a way to measure how much a protective helmet deforms or indents on the inside due to the impact of a high energy bullet.
19 November, 2023
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The Ilyushin-38 Sea Dragon was recently decommissioned at INS Hansa, Dabolim in Goa. The IL-38 Sea Dragon is a long-range maritime patrol aircraft that was commissioned into the Indian Navy in 1977.
02 November, 2023
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Light Combat Aircraft Tejas Mk2 (LCA MK2) The Indian Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk2 would incorporate heavy standoff weaponry like SCALP, an air-to-ground, long-range deep strike missile. The LCA Mk2 will be able to incorporate unique armaments from many nations, unlike other aircraft. About LCA Tejas Mk2: An Indian fighter jet known as the Indigenous LCATejas Mk2 is capable of carrying eight Beyond-Visual-Range (BVR) missiles at once in addition to incorporating both modern armaments from other nations. The LCA Mk2, which has increased range and mission endurance, is an updated version of the LCA Tejas Mk1. For fighting a…
01 March, 2023
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M1 Abrams & Leopard 2 tanks About M1 Abrams: The US President recently declared that he would dispatch M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine. The M1 is the best tank in the world because it combines four essential characteristics: more mobility to reach targets and avoid attacks better controllers and sensors to find and attack targets more firepower to obliterate targets superior defences to fend off attacks. Naming: The M1 Abrams is named in honour of the late General Creighton W. Abrams, who oversaw the 37th Armored Battalion and served as Army Chief of Staff. Because of its powerful firepower and…
28 January, 2023
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INS Vagir Recently, the fifth diesel-electric Kalvari-class submarine Vagir was commissioned by the Indian Navy. Major Points: The submarine, also called Sand Shark, was handed off to the Indian Navy in December 2022. Vagir is one of the six submarines in the project 75-developed Kalvari class. The submarines of the Kalvari class are capable of engaging in a variety of naval warfare situations, such as minelaying, anti-warship and anti-submarine operations, and information collection and surveillance. The submarine's cutting-edge technology has ensured: Superior stealth features include cutting-edge acoustic absorption techniques, low radiated noise levels, and a design that is hydrodynamically optimised.…
27 January, 2023
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IL-38 Aircraft Indian Navy's IL-38 Aircraft will take part in the 74th Republic Day celebrations at the Kartavya Path for the first time and perhaps the last time. It will be among the 50 aircraft including 9 Rafales of the Indian Air Force- will take part in the event. What is an IL-38 Aircraft? IL-38 is a maritime reconnaissance aircraft that was commissioned into the Indian Navy in 1977 and remained a formidable air asset throughout its service life for nearly 44 years. It was with the induction of IL 38 aircraft that the Navy moved into the arena of…
20 January, 2023
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Kalashnikov AK-203 Assault Rifles In recent times, an Indo-Russian joint venture in India has begun producing Kalashnikov AK-203 assault guns. About AK-203 Assault Rifles: The AK-200 series assault rifles of the renowned brand were first produced in India. The first batch of 7.62 mm Kalashnikov AK-203 assault rifles was created at the Korwa Ordnance Factory in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh. Out of a total of 6,01,427 AK-203 rifles to be produced over a 10-year period for Rs 5,124 crore, the initial lot will consist of 5,000 of them. Created: An Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA) for the production of AK-203 assault rifles was…
17 January, 2023
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VSHORAD Missile System Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) was granted by the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) to acquire the Very Short Range Air Defence System VSHORAD (IR Homing) missile system. About the VSHORAD missile system: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) designed and produced it, along with other weapon systems for the Army and Navy, at a cost of Rs 4,276 crore. Since 2018, India has been in talks with Russia to purchase Igla-S air defence missiles for $1.5 billion through the VSHORAD program, in order to replace the Russian Igla-M systems currently in use by the Army. Specifications: It is…
12 January, 2023
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Scramjet Engine The Hot Test of the Scramjet Engine was just successfully completed by the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO). What is Scramjet Engine? A scramjet, also known as a supersonic-combustion ramjet, is a type of ramjet engine where the airflow remains supersonic, or faster than the speed of sound. A scramjet lacks a shock cone and instead slows the airflow utilising shockwaves generated by its ignition source. As a result, the scramjet can run efficiently at very high speeds. Vehicles powered by scramjets are expected to travel at least as fast as Mach 15. Air Breathing Engines: In order…
23 December, 2022
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C-295 Aircraft The C-295 transport aircraft production plant, which will be built in Vadodara by Airbus Defence and Space S.A., Spain, and Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), recently had its foundation stone placed . This is the first time a complete aircraft will be produced in the nation by a private enterprise. About The C-295 MW transporter : The C-295 is a technologically advanced, 5–10-ton transport aircraft. It is a capable tactical transport aircraft that is strong and dependable and can carry out a variety of tasks. Features: The aircraft can perform multi-role missions in all-weather situations and has a…
03 November, 2022
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INS Arihant Recently, INS Arihant carried out a successful launch of a Submarine Launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM). About India’s nuclear programme In 1998, India conducted nuclear tests under Pokhran-II. In 2003, India declared its nuclear doctrine based on the No First Use policy while reserving the right of massive retaliation if struck with nuclear weapons first. The Agni series of missiles constitute the backbone of India’s nuclear weapons delivery, which also includes the Prithvi short-range ballistic missiles. The Agni series of missiles are medium and intercontinental-range nuclear-capable ballistic assets. About INS Arihant It was launched in 2009 and commissioned in 2016.…
14 October, 2022
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Heli-India Summit 2022 In the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, the Minister of Civil Aviation recently launched the 4th Heli-India Summit 2022. Theme: Helicopters for Last Mile Connectivity. What are the Summit's Highlights? When announcing the accomplishments in the civil aviation sector, it was mentioned that from 1947 to 2014, the nation had only 74 airports; today, it has 141, with 67 of those being added in the last seven years. The current port in Srinagar would be tripled in size, and a civil enclave will be built in Jammu. Announced plans to create a HEMS (Helicopter Emergency Medical…
14 October, 2022
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Project 17A and INS Taragiri The third stealth frigate of Project 17A, Taragiri, was recently launched by the Ministry of Defence-affiliated Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL). Image Source - News18 Project 17A The Indian Navy initiated Project 17 Alpha frigates (P-17A) in 2019 to build a number of stealth guided-missile frigates. Two businesses, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders (MDL) and Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers, are currently building these (GRSE). These guided-missile frigates were built using a special stealth design that has radar-absorbent coatings and is low-observable, making it possible for them to approach without being seen by adversaries. The ship's infrared…
14 September, 2022
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Chinook Helicopters Chinook helicopters built by Boeing have recently come under scrutiny due to problems with engine fires. Image Source - Boeing.co.in About Boeing CH-47 Chinook A heavy-lifting, twin-engine helicopter with tandem rotors. Created by the American rotorcraft manufacturer Vertol and produced by Boeing Vertol (later known as Boeing Rotorcraft Systems). High Capacity: Each Chinook helicopter can transport up to 9.6 tonnes of cargo. Disaster management: The helicopter can assist with parachute drops, medical evacuation, search and rescue operations, and aircraft recovery. Salient features of the Chinook Chinook, a heavy-left multi-mission transport helicopter, will be utilized to ferry supplies, equipment,…
05 September, 2022
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F/A 18 Super Hornet Fighter Jets Before India's first indigenous aircraft carrier (IAC) Vikrant is put into service, US aviation giant Boeing has suggested that the Indian Navy select the F/A 18 Super Hornet fighter plane. Key Features of F/A 18 The F/A-18 Super Hornet Block III is the most cutting-edge, battle-tested, multi-role frontline naval fighter in the world, offering special and differentiating capabilities as well as full compatibility with Indian Navy carriers. It is fully compliant with INS Vikramaditya and INS Vikrant aircraft carriers and was built and intended for carrier operations. The Indian Navy's aircraft carriers will have…
27 August, 2022
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Alpha Ship: INS Vikrant The first indigenous aircraft carrier built in India INS VIKRANT will soon join the fleet. By adopting the name, crest, and pennant number (R11) of India's first aircraft carrier, INS Vikrant, it will join the navy force. About INS VIKRANT Beginning in 2007, the project continued until the keel was laid in 2009. The 262-meter-long ship can sail at a top speed of 28 knots and has a full displacement of roughly 45,000 tonnes. It is powered by four gas turbines with an 88 MW capacity. Capability Nearly 30 different types of aircraft, both fixed-wing and…
23 August, 2022
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Dornier Maritime Surveillance Aircraft In an effort to strengthen their bilateral defence cooperation, India recently gave the Sri Lankan Navy a Dornier maritime surveillance aircraft. About Dornier aircraft Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, a state-run aerospace company, is the manufacturer (HAL). Capabilities A short takeoff and landing aircraft is the Dornier 228 maritime patrol aircraft (STOL). The Indian Navy has been using this multipurpose light transport aircraft since 1981 for electronic warfare operations, maritime surveillance, and disaster relief systems. Significance of the move In order to assist Sri Lanka in meeting its immediate security needs, the Indian Navy is providing the country…
17 August, 2022
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Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS) An indigenously created howitzer called ATAG took part in a 21-gun salute on July 4 at the Red Fort. About the ATAGS An indigenous 155 mm x 52 calibre howitzer gun is called the ATAGS. The name "howitzers" refers to a group of long-range artillery guns. The Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), a unit of the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) with a location in Pune, is the key agency for its development. In order to replace outdated guns currently in use by the Indian Army with a cutting-edge 155 mm artillery…
16 August, 2022
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Butterfly Mine The contentious "Butterfly Mine," an anti-personnel mine that is meant to prevent free movement of the soldiers along the enemy line, is said to have been used by Russia in the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. About Anti-personnel landmines with the designations PFM-1 and PFM-1S are sometimes known as "Butterfly mines" or "Green Parrots." These names were taken from the mines' shape and color. The PFM-1S mine's self-destruction mechanism activates within one to forty hours, which is the primary distinction between PFM-1S and the PFM-1 mine. Specifications It is extremely touch-sensitive, and even picking it up can cause…
13 August, 2022
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TEJAS JET FOR DELIVERY Malaysia has been promised 18 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) "Tejas" from the Indian government. The single-engine jet also piqued the interest of Argentina, Australia, Egypt, the United States, Indonesia, and the Philippines. For 83 of the locally made Tejas planes, the Indian government awarded a USD6 billion contract to state-owned Hindustan Aeronautics Limited in 2021, with deliveries beginning in roughly 2023. What is Tejas Aircraft? The Government of India launched the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) programme in 1984 and set up the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) to oversee it. It took the place of the outdated…
10 August, 2022
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INDIAN SUBMARINE STATUS AFTER NAVY DECOMMISSIONS SINDHUDHVAJ The Navy Kilo Class Submarine INS Sindhudhvaj was decommissioned from service at Visakhapatnam after 35 years in service, the navy now has 15 conventional submarines in service. About Sindhudhvaj Commissioned into the navy in June 1987, Sindhudhvaj was one of the 10-kilo Class Submarines that India acquired from Russia between 1986 and 2000. The Sindhughosh submarines, designated as 877EKM, were designed as part of Project 877 and built under a contract between Rosvooruzhenie and the Ministry of Defence (India). The submarines have a displacement of 3,000 tonnes, a maximum diving depth of 300…
18 July, 2022
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DUNAGIRI- PROJECT 17A FRIGATE Defense Minister Rajnath Singh launched Y- 3023 Dunagiri, Project 17A Frigate built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders Limited (GRSE) in Kolkata on July 15, 2022. About Dunagiri, Project 17A Frigate Named after a mountain range in the state of Uttarakhand, Dunagiri is the fourth ship of P17A Frigates. Dunagiri P17A Frigates are a follow-on class of the P17 (Shivalik Class) Frigates with improved stealth features with advanced weapons and sensors and platform management systems. The first two ships of the P17A project were launched in 2019 and 2020 at Mazagaon Dock Limited (MDL) and GRSE in Kolkata.…
16 July, 2022
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China’s New High-Tech Aircraft Carrier: Fujian China demonstrated its first indigenous aircraft carrier, the new-generation Fujian. China now has the second-largest fleet of aircraft carriers after the U.S. About Fujian Fujian has been named after China’s eastern coastal province which lies across from Taiwan. Fujian joins two other aircraft carriers currently operated by China — Shandong which is Type 001, commissioned in the year 2019, and the Liaoning, Type 002, bought second-hand from Ukraine in 1998. Fujian, Type 003 carrier is more technologically advanced than its predecessors Shandong and Liaoning. Features The Fujian’s displacement is around 80,000 tons which is…
05 July, 2022
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The lightweight anti-tank missile tested by DRDO What is Man-Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile? The MPATGM is a third-generation anti tank guided missile (ATGM), which has been developed by DRDO in partnership with Indian defence contractor VEM Technologies Ltd. Fitted with a high-explosive anti-tank (HEAT) warhead, the MPATGM boasts a top attack capability and has a maximum engagement range of about 2.5 kilometres.. Design and development of the MPATGM weapon system is undertaken for deployment by Infantry and Parachute Battalions of the Indian Army. MPATGM will complement the Spike Anti-Tank Guided Missile to be procured from Israel. Anti-tank Guided Missile (ATGM) The primary purpose of ATGM…
12 January, 2022
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Defence Spending in India Despite the huge countries due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, global military spending in 2020 was the highest in at least 22 years, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute. The world's military expenditure stood at $1,981 billion in 2020. The five biggest spenders, which accounted for 62% of global military expenditure in 2020, were the U.S, China, India, Russia, and the U.K. India's military expenditure as a share of the GDP and total government spending among comparable economies was second only to that of Russia. Expenditure Peaks Countries With the highest military expenditure in…
24 April, 2021
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Brahmos is the first supersonic cruise missile to enter service.Capable of attaining a speed ofMach 2.8 (almost three times thespeed of sound), it has a range of atleast 290 km (a new version canreach up to 400km). Travelling with such velocitymeans that it would be difficult forair defence systems utilising surfacetoair missiles to intercept theBrahMos while making it easier for it to target and neutralise advanced fighter jets such as the Chinese J20 fighter aircraft moving at less than Mach 2. These advanced and powerful capabilities of the BrahMos not only a. augment the strength of the Indian military, b. make it a highly…
19 March, 2021
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BrahMos missile-Export potential Introduction India and the Philippines signed the “Implementing Arrangement” for “procurement of defence material and equipment procurement”. This agreement lays the groundwork for sales of defence systems such as the highly anticipated export of the BrahMos cruise missile, through the government-to-government route. Features of the BrahMos cruise missile system Research and development of the BrahMos cruise missile systems began in the late 1990s. Manufacturers: Manufactured by BrahMos Aerospace Limited, a joint venture between the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the joint stock company Military Industrial Consortium NPO Mashinostroyenia (earlier known as the Federal State Unitary…
18 March, 2021
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Data on Indian Defence Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (Sipri) Report India’s arms imports fell 33 % between 2011-15 and 2016-20, the country has taken a raft of measures to cut dependence on imported military hardware. India's top three arms suppliers during 2016-20 were Russia (accounting for 49% of India's imports), France (18%) and Israel (13%), the report said. According to Sipri, India accounted for 0.2% of the share of global arms exports during 2016-20, making the country the world's 24th largest exporter of major arms. This represents an increase of 228% over India’s export share of 0.1% during the previous five-year period of 2011-15. Myanmar, Sri Lanka and…
17 March, 2021
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