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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.
PM Modi witnesses power of Made-in-India multi-barrel rocket launcher ‘Pinaka’ in Pokhran
Prime Minister Narendra Modi witnessed the Indian military's firepower in Rajasthan’s Pokhran. 30 countries witnessed the exercise "Bharat Shakti" at the Pokhran field firing range in Jaisalmer. PM Modi witnesses power of Made-in-India multi-barrel rocket launc...
Republic Day 2024: India shows off its top defence tech as Swathi radar, Sarvatra, Prachand, Nag march through Kartavya Path
India's 75th Republic Day Parade celebrated the nation's defense prowess, showcasing indigenous technologies like the "Swathi" radar and "Sarvatra" mobile bridge. The historic cavalry display featured the 61st Cavalry, the world's only horsed cavalry regiment. Cutting-edge systems, including a missile and multi-function radar, demonstrated India's air defense focus. Amidst tightened security nationwide, an all-women tri-services contingent, French participation, and heightened vigilance against aerial threats marked the event. The parade reflected India's commitment to self-reliance, security, and inclusive celebrations, embodying the spirit of Jan Bhagidari.
Republic Day 2024: Prachand, Pinaka, and Nag, here is what IAF will showcase in this year's parade
Indian Armed Forces will showcase their prowess in the Republic Day parade, featuring the 'Tangail' formation with biofuel-powered aircraft. Indigenous marvels like the LCH Prachand, Nag missile system, and Swathi WLR will be on display, emphasizing India's defense capabilities. Additionally, the event highlights the evolving role of women with a tri-services all-women marching contingent. This grand spectacle pays tribute to historical feats and showcases the nation's advancements in weaponry and inclusivity.
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.
Indian Army to showcase Made in India weapons and platforms at Republic Day parade
The Republic Day parade in India will spotlight indigenously developed weapon systems, featuring the LCH Prachand chopper, Pinaka rocket launchers, and Nag anti-tank missiles. The LCH Prachand, a Multi-Role Combat Helicopter by HAL, boasts ground and aerial combat capabilities with modern stealth features. The Nag missile, developed by DRDO, excels in engaging fortified enemy tanks. Other displays include the Quick Fighting Reaction Vehicle, T-90 tank, BMP-2 infantry combat vehicle, and indigenous Swathi radar.
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Defence Ministry clears orders for indigenous area denial munitions
The defence ministry has cleared an order for indigenous area denial munitions, which will give additional lethality to Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launchers to take down enemy tanks, armoured vehicles and personnel. The indigenous Pinaka system is already in service with the Indian Army and has been progressively replacing imports from Russia. It has also bagged orders from Armenia and the new munitions will add to further export potential.
What is Pinaka Weapon System, Indian Army's own rocket launcher?
In a major boost for the Indian Army, the Defence Ministry has approved a Rs 2,800 crore proposal for buying around 6,400 rockets for Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher systems. The Defence Ministry's Defence Acquisition Council's recent meeting had cleared the proposal for the acquisition of two types of these rockets, known as Area Denial Munition Type 2 and Type-3, ANI quoted defence sources as saying. 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, they said.
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.
India considers sending Armenia more weapons
A senior Armenian official visited Delhi recently and held discussions in this regard, said people with knowledge of the matter. India has emerged as a credible weapons supplier as per Armenia's requirements, they said. Details of fresh supplies are not known yet but the consignment could include equipment that would help to create a deterrence amid the conflict-like situation with Azerbaijan, according to observers in Armenia, who did not wish to be identified.
Defence exports clock in at 16,000 cr for 2022-23, ten times that of 2016-17
India's defence exports rose to Rs 15,920 crore in 2022-23, an over 10 times increase since 2016-17 when the defence exports stood at Rs 1,521 crore. What policy measure have helped in this rise and what is the road ahead from here. Watch this week's TOI Business Bytes episode.
Bengaluru aerospace ecosystem gives wings to startups to fly high
The ongoing Aero India-2023, which is the 14th edition of the biennial event in Bengaluru, gives a glimpse of the flourishing aerospace industry here as a significant number of stalls are occupied by city-based firms.
Why is L&T betting big on defence? Jayant Patil explains
“In our case, there is a close-in weapon system, right from radars to command control to guns and a full-fledged system. We actually won that contract. It is yet to get into the order book. At some point in time, by the time the financial year unfolds, those are orders which one can obviously expect in very quick time and quite large. The order sizes are growing.”
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".
Arming Armenia: India to export missiles, rockets and ammunition
While the value of the contracts has not been revealed, it is estimated that weapons worth over Rs 2,000 crore will be supplied to the country over the coming months. India has been making significant efforts to increase weapons exports, with policy reforms and active support of the government to secure overseas orders.
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.
Loitering munitions, more guns for army soon
Defence establishment insiders said that the Army is also looking to shortly procure indigenously designed and developed loitering weapon system with enhanced strike capability, keeping in stride with requirements of a modern battlefield. Several responses have come from the industry and India is set to emerge as a global leader when it comes to loitering munition technology, they said.
DRDO confirms successful trials of enhanced range Pinaka rockets in Pokhran, Balasore
"The user trials of the DRDO-developed Range Pinka rockets were conducted at Balasore and Pokharan over the past few weeks. In a success for Make in India in defence, the manufacturers including Munitions India Ltd and Economic Explosives Ltd met the user requirements at the completion of the trials," the defence officials said.
Army conducts successful user trials for indigenous rockets
In the past, munitions of this class have either been imported or have been manufactured by the public sector, which could never completely meet annual requirements of the armed forces. As reported, the armed forces have been looking at creating alternate sources for munitions to reduce dependency on state owned units that have had a mixed track record. Industry estimates peg that privately manufactured munitions of different varieties be significantly cheaper than fixed pricing offered by state owned entities.
Manufacturing unicorn Zetwerk acquires 3 firms for Rs 100 cr to boost industrial business
Zetwerk aims to strengthen its industrial vertical business in the oil and gas, aerospace, defense, and infrastructure component segments.
Extended Range Pinaka rocket system successfully test-fired
While the Pinaka MK-I rocket system has a range of around 40 km, the Pinaka II variant can hit targets at a distance of 60 km. The range of the Pinaka-ER (MK-I variant is not immediately known.)
Indigenous Pinaka deployed at China border, more wait for longer range
Designed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the Pinaka currently has a range of about 38 km, which is slightly increased when it is deployed at high altitude areas. The defence ministry has recently cleared a case for enhanced Pinaka rockets that would go up to 47 km as well.
India deploys Pinaka, Smerch rocket system on China border
Indian Army has deployed Pinaka and Smerch Multiple Rocket Launcher Systems (MRLS) at forward position near the China border to counter any threat arising across on the Line of Actual Control (LAC).
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