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Made in India Netra, Pinaka Systems attract European, Southeast Asian interest
The AEWC is a system developed by the Centre for Airborne Systems and two of their aircraft are already flying with the Indian Air Force giving wide coverage of the adversaries' activities along both western and northern front of the country. The Indian forces are going to get 12 more of these airborne systems in different configurations.
DRDO rushes to build 200km rockets with China in mind
India is developing long-range guided rockets for its indigenous Pinaka systems, capable of hitting targets at over 200 km. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is developing these rockets, which will counter joint-made systems by China and Pakistan. The Indian rockets will operate from existing Pinaka Multi-Barrel Rocket Launchers (MBRL), providing flexibility for deployment.
South American nations showing interest in Pinaka, India working on developing 120 Km, 200 Km rockets for it
In what could be a significant success for indigenous weapon systems, two South American countries have shown interest in the Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launchers. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is also developing rockets that would be able to strike targets at 120 km and 200 km.
Defence Ministry approves Rs 2800 crore rockets for Pinaka weapon system
The rockets would be procured by the Indian Army from indigenous sources only and two main contenders include the Economic Explosives Limited of Solar Industries and the Munitions India Limited-- one of the ammunition-producing companies created by the corporatisation of the erstwhile Ordnance Factories. The Indian-made Pinaka weapon system, named after the bow of Hindu god Shiva, has been developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation.
Drawing lessons from Russia-Ukraine conflict, India rebalances artillery plan
India is reevaluating its artillery modernization plan, taking cues from the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The focus is on mobility, self-preservation, and precision strike capabilities. The army is testing new ammunition to increase the range and accuracy of indigenous multiple barrel rocket launchers. Lessons from the conflict also highlight the importance of ammunition for extended wars and surge capability for domestic production.
After Pinaka, another Indian Artillery System to be exported
The 155 mm artillery gun, which has been indigenously designed and manufactured, will be delivered to the friendly foreign nation over the next three years. The company has not disclosed the customer or the number of guns to be supplied but has said that the order is for a "non-conflict zone".
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First Pinaka export: Private companies to lead from front
India's first export of the indigenous Pinaka multi barrel rocket launchers (MBRL) will see private sector companies leading from the front, with the bulk of the order to be executed by industry partners that have established production facilities and supply chains for quick deliveries.
DRDO successfully test-fires Agni-Prime missile
"India successfully carried out the test-firing of a new missile of the Agni series known as Agni-Prime at 10.55 am today, off the coast of Odisha. The new nuclear-capable missile is fully made up of composite material and it was a textbook launch," the sources said.
Savings from delayed foreign deals to push indigenous projects
Source said that foreign equipment manufacturers are being approached to understand which programmes are likely to see delayed deliveries and the way forward would be to defer payments for late deliveries, without invoking the penalty clause.
Pinaka: India's highly successful guided weapon system
Pinaka is an indigenous multi-barrel rocket launch (MBRL) system, which has been developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for the Indian Army. Its weapon system has a state-of-the-art guidance kit bolstered by an advanced navigation and control system. It is one of the most reliable and effective weapon systems of the Indian Army.
DRDO exploring possibility of increasing range of Pinaka MBRL
Datar said that ACE is engaged in making weapons for the next six to 10 years, considering the technological advancements.
Pinaka rockets successfully test-fired for second day
Indigenously developed 'Pinaka' rockets were successfully test-fired, on the second consecutive day today
Multi-barrel rocket launcher Pinaka test-fired
"Three rounds of Pinaka rockets were successfully tested today. Four rounds of trial were conducted yesterday," a defence official said.
Dedicated satellites for Navy, IAF to be soon launched
Armed with the capability of providing real time data from multiple sites, the dedicated communication satellites for Indian Navy and Air Force will be launched.
Defence Minister AK Antony describes Agni V launch as a major milestone
A K Antony described the maiden test flight of Inter-Continental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Agni-5 as an "immaculate success" and a "major milestone".
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