India Navy buys dual-role BrahMos missiles for $210 million
India Navy buys dual-role BrahMos missiles for $210 million
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New Delhi: India today decided to buy dual-role BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles for the navy, providing an impetus to the indigenous defence manufacturing mission set by the government.
The deal was signed between the Ministry of Defence and BrahMos Aerospace Private Limited (BAPL) here for acquisition of the surface-to-surface missiles at a cost of Rs 1,700 crore, an…
MoD signs 5 major defence contracts worth Rs 39,000 crore
As part of ‘Aatmanirbharta in Defence’ and to further boost Make-in-India initiative, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed five major capital acquisition contracts worth Rs 39,125.39 crore on Friday (March 1, 2024) in New Delhi. The Contracts were exchanged in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane.
Out of the five contracts, one was with Hindustan…
Proud moment for India as INS Imphal has been commissioned into our Navy, a testament to India's growing self-reliance in defence. It epitomises our naval excellence and engineering prowess. Compliments to everyone involved in this milestone for Aatmanirbharta. We shall keep securing our seas and strengthening our nation : PM Modi
Indian Defence Acquisition Council Approves to Buy 97 Tejas Fighters 156 Helicopters and Weapons
The Indian Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), under the chairmanship of Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh on November 30, 2023, accorded approval in respect of Acceptance of Necessity (AoNs) for various Capital Acquisition Proposals amounting to Rs 2.23 lakh crore (approx. $27.6 billion--Ed.), of which acquisition worth Rs 2.20 lakh crore (98% of total AoN amount) will be sourced from domestic industries. This will give a substantial boost to the Indian Defence Industry towards the aim of achieving the goal of ‘Aatmanirbharta’. The DAC has accorded the AoN for procurement of two types of anti-tank munitions, namely Area Denial Munition (ADM) Type-2 and Type-3, which are capable of neutralising tanks and armoured personnel carriers and enemy personnel. To replace the Indian Field Gun (IFG), which has completed its service life, AoN for procurement of state-of-the-art Towed Gun System (TGS) has been granted which will become a mainstay of Artillery forces of Indian Army. The AoN was also accorded for 155 mm Nubless projectile for use in 155mm artillery guns which will enhance lethality and safety of the projectiles. All these equipment of the Indian Army will be procured under Buy (Indian-IDDM) category.
The Indian Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), under the chairmanship of Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh on November 30, 2023, accorded approval in respect of Acceptance of Necessity (AoNs) for various Capital Acquisition Proposals amounting to Rs 2.23 lakh crore (approx. $27.6 billion–Ed.), of which acquisition worth Rs 2.20 lakh crore (98% of total AoN amount) will be sourced from domestic…
Aero India 2023 Takes Off Today, PM Modi to Open the Largest Ever Aero Show
The best war machines are set to display their special features at the biggest-ever aero show beginning today in Bengaluru. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the event in which India’s Aatmanirbharta resolve and the drive for the world to Make in India will be on display. The theme of the five-day Aero India 2023 is ‘The Runway to a Billion Opportunities’.
Another feather in the cap! Congratulations to DRDO for successfully test-firing of Agni-5 nuclear-capable ballistic missile which can hit targets beyond 5,000 kms. New India is rapidly moving towards 'Aatmanirbharta' in the defence sector. #Agni5
New Delhi : Congress levelled fresh charges of cronyism at the Modi government , with general secretary communications Jairam Ramesh accusing the BJP of proclaiming ‘ Aatmanirbharta ( self – sufficiency ) ‘ in the defence sector on the one hand , and ” selling off ” public sector enterprises like Bharat Earth Movers Ltd , Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers and MIDHANI , all of which are of…
INS Vikrant; India’s First Indigenously Built Aircraft Carrier
INS Vikrant; India’s First Indigenously Built Aircraft Carrier
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will commission the first indigenously designed and built aircraft carrier INS Vikrant at Kochi on September 2, which marks a “historical milestone of realisation of Nation’s commitment towards AatmaNirbharta” (self-reliance).
Vikrant is the largest warship to have ever been built in India. It is also the first indigenously designed and built Aircraft Carrier for the…
INS Vikrant; India’s First Indigenously Built Aircraft Carrier
INS Vikrant; India’s First Indigenously Built Aircraft Carrier
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will commission the first indigenously designed and built aircraft carrier INS Vikrant at Kochi on September 2, which marks a “historical milestone of realisation of Nation’s commitment towards AatmaNirbharta” (self-reliance).
Vikrant is the largest warship to have ever been built in India. It is also the first indigenously designed and built Aircraft Carrier for the…
Cairn Oil & Gas's prolific Mangala oil field enters 14th year of production
Cairn Oil & Gas's prolific Mangala oil field enters 14th year of production
Cairn Oil & Gas’s Mangala oil field in Rajasthan is India’s largest onshore oilfield and is playing a driving role in leading India towards achieving energy aatmanirbharta
NEW DELHI, Aug. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Cairn Oil & Gas, India’s largest private oil and gas exploration and production company and a unit of Vedanta Group, is today celebrating the 13th anniversary of successful operations…
‘Vikrant’ to be re-incarnated on Sept 2: all about India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier, explained
‘Vikrant’ to be re-incarnated on Sept 2: all about India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier, explained
The nation’s first Indigenous Aircraft Carrier (IAC-1) will be commissioned on September 2, the Indian Navy has announced. The commissioning of the warship, which will be christened ‘Vikrant’, will mark a “historical milestone of realisation of Nation’s commitment towards AatmaNirbharta” (self-reliance), the Navy said in an official release. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be the chief guest on…
The Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav means elixir of energy of independence; elixir of inspirations of the warriors of freedom struggle; elixir of new ideas and pledges; and elixir of Aatmanirbharta.
Let's celebrate Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav by unfurling Tiranga at home. Happy Independence Day !!!