LCH Prachand, BrahMos missiles, HAL’s HLFT-42 and more: The stars at Aero India 2023

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LCH Prachand, BrahMos missiles, HAL’s HLFT-42 and more: The stars at Aero India 2023

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The Aero India 2023 show kicked off to a flying start in Bengaluru. The country’s ‘Make in India’ thrust will also shine bright as the BrahMos missile, the LCH Prachand, jetpacks for the Indian Army will be featured Aero India 2023, the aerospace exhibition in Bengaluru, is off to a flying start. LCH Prachand Aero India 2023 will serve as a platform for ‘ Made in India’ weapons, with the LCH Prachand leading the way. Inducted into the Indian Air Force in October last year, the LCH Prachand is India’s indigenously-developed Light Combat Helicopter. BrahMos missiles This year’s Aero India show will also feature models of the air-launched version of the BrahMos supersonic missile along with the BrahMos NG missile.

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Prachanda Josh: Indian Army Chief soars in Light Combat Helicopter at Aero India 2023

1 year, 10 months ago

Prachanda Josh: Indian Army Chief soars in Light Combat Helicopter at Aero India 2023

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi showcased India as an attractive destination for investment in the defence manufacturing sector on the opening day of Aero India 2023 and said it will move towards becoming one of the leading exporters of military hardware globally Bengaluru: Indian Army Chief General Manoj Pande flew in the indigenous Light Combat Helicopter Prachanda on the opening day …

Aero India 2023: From Prachand chopper to jetpacks — main attractions

1 year, 10 months ago

Aero India 2023: From Prachand chopper to jetpacks — main attractions

Hindustan Times

The five-day Aero India 2023, which will be inaugurated on Monday, is all set to exhibit military prowess in Bengaluru where a number of Made-in-India defence products would be showcased. The Made-in-India Light Combat Helicopter Prachand in Indian Army colours outside the India Pavilion at Aero India. Here are the main attractions at Aero India 2023: > Models of India's …

Aero India 2023: PM Modi to Kick Off Asia's Biggest Aero Show Today; Daring Displays to Rule B'luru Skies

1 year, 10 months ago

Aero India 2023: PM Modi to Kick Off Asia's Biggest Aero Show Today; Daring Displays to Rule B'luru Skies

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All eyes are set on the 14th edition of India’s largest aerospace and defence exhibition, Aero India, which will take off on Monday with the inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Bengaluru. Addressing a press conference on Sunday, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that Aero India 2023 will highlight the country’s manufacturing prowess and the progress achieved towards realising …

Aero India 2023: HAL to display unique 'Aatmanirbhar' formation, will showcase HLFT-42

1 year, 10 months ago

Aero India 2023: HAL to display unique 'Aatmanirbhar' formation, will showcase HLFT-42

India TV News

Aero India 2023: As part of Aero India 2023 beginning on February 13 at the Air Force Station Yelahanka, the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited will display a unique ‘Aatmanirbhar Formation’ flight of 15 helicopters consisting of all variants of Advanced Light Helicopter, ‘Prachand’ Light Combat Helicopter, and Light Utility Helicopter. The fixed wing front will witness LCA twin seater variant, Hawk-i, …

Prachand: A boost for defence indigenisation

2 years, 2 months ago

Prachand: A boost for defence indigenisation

Hindustan Times

The induction of the indigenously developed light combat helicopter, now named Prachand, into the Indian Air Force is a milestone for the country’s efforts to achieve self-reliance in defence production and manufacturing. As defence minister Rajnath Singh correctly noted at the ceremony to induct the Prachand, the war in Ukraine and other recent conflicts have shown that heavy weapon systems …

From LCH Prachand to INS Vikrant, how ‘Make in India’ defence is transforming the nation

2 years, 2 months ago

From LCH Prachand to INS Vikrant, how ‘Make in India’ defence is transforming the nation

Firstpost

The ‘Make in India’ programme received a great boost when India inducted the Light Combat Helicopter Prachand. The recent projects, showcasing India’s capabilities in the defence sector, has caught China and Pakistan on the back foot Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for an ‘aatmanirbhar Bharat’ in the defence manufacturing sector is slowly but steadily becoming a reality. Congratulations to every …

Watch: Rajnath Singh flies in LCH, new 'Prachand' addition to IAF arsenal

2 years, 2 months ago

Watch: Rajnath Singh flies in LCH, new 'Prachand' addition to IAF arsenal

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The induction of the Light Combat Helicopter manufactured by the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited into the Indian Air Force is expected to strengthen India’s air and border security. The IAF and the Indian Army were waiting for the ‘Prachand’ for a long time LCH induction in IAF: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh took a sortie in the Light Combat Helicopter at Jodhpur …

Prachand: New guardians for India's skies as LCH gets inducted into IAF

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Prachand: New guardians for India's skies as LCH gets inducted into IAF

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The LCH helicopters have been purchased from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited for 3387 crores. Of these, 10 helicopters are for the Indian Air Force while 5 are for the Indian Army LCH induction in IAF: True to its nature and ability, the indigenous Light Attack Helicopter that was formally inducted into the Indian Air Force has been named ‘Prachand’. Defence Minister …

Made-in-India Light Combat Helicopters named 'Prachand' inducted into Indian Air Force

2 years, 2 months ago

Made-in-India Light Combat Helicopters named 'Prachand' inducted into Indian Air Force

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Light Combat Helicopter Limited Series Production is an indigenously designed, developed and manufactured state-of-the-art modern combat helicopter containing approximately 45 per cent indigenous content by value Jodhpur, Rajasthan: The first batch of indigenously-developed Light Combat Helicopter named “Prachand” was inducted into the Indian Air Force on Monday in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. It has always supported indigenously …

Big boost for India's defence as Rajnath Singh inducts LCH into IAF

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Big boost for India's defence as Rajnath Singh inducts LCH into IAF

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The indigenous Light Combat Helicopter is manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited for use in the Indian Air Force and the Indian Army LCH induction in IAF: The first batch of the Light Combat Helicopter manufactured by the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited was inducted into the Indian Air Force on Monday. The indigenous Light Combat Helicopter is manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited …

LCH: Why India needed Light Combat Helicopter after Kargil War?

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LCH: Why India needed Light Combat Helicopter after Kargil War?

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The need for a helicopter like the LCH was felt by the IAF and Indian Army during the Kargil war in 1999. At that time the enemy was in a better position as the Pakistan Army was sitting at a superior height LCH induction in IAF: The induction of the Light Combat Helicopter manufactured by the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited into …

Enemies beware: What makes the IAF’s newly-inducted Light Combat Helicopter so deadly

2 years, 2 months ago

Enemies beware: What makes the IAF’s newly-inducted Light Combat Helicopter so deadly

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The Light Combat Helicopter, manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd, can land and take-off at an altitude of 5,000 metres. The Indian Air Force has formally inducted the first batch of indigenously-developed Light Combat Helicopter in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at an event in Rajasthan’s Jodhpur. Catch all the latest updates from the LCH induction HERE On Twitter, …

WATCH | Rajnath Singh takes sortie in Made-in-India Light Combat Helicopter 'Prachand' after induction in IAF

2 years, 2 months ago

WATCH | Rajnath Singh takes sortie in Made-in-India Light Combat Helicopter 'Prachand' after induction in IAF

India TV News

Prachand LCH inducted in IAF: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday took a sortie in Made-in-India Light Combat Helicopter named ‘Prachand’ at Jodhpur airbase. The new combat choppers were inducted into the Indian Air Force in a ceremony earlier today in Jodhpur in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari. …

Light Combat Helicopters, first indigenously developed chopper, inducted into Indian Air Force

2 years, 2 months ago

Light Combat Helicopters, first indigenously developed chopper, inducted into Indian Air Force

India TV News

The first indigenously developed Light Combat Helicopters was on Monday inducted into Indian Air Force at Jodhpur, in the presence of Defence minister Rajnath Singh and IAF chief Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari. "Recent Ukrainian conflict or earlier conflicts teach us that heavy weapon systems and platforms, which are unable to move rapidly across the battlefield, have low capability, and …

IAF to induct made-in-India Light Combat Helicopter today | PICS

2 years, 2 months ago

IAF to induct made-in-India Light Combat Helicopter today | PICS

India TV News

The Indian Air Force will induct the first batch of indigenously-developed Light Combat Helicopter on Monday, in what Defence Minister Rajnath Singh called "big boost" to the IAF's "combat prowess". Visuals of the Light Combat Helicopter Image Source : INDIA TVThe helicopter can also be used against slow-moving aircraft and remotely piloted aircraft of adversaries. Image Source : INDIA TVThe …

Aero India 2021: HAL to Showcase ‘Aatmanirbhar Formation Flight’; Focus on Defence, Aerospace

3 years, 10 months ago

Aero India 2021: HAL to Showcase ‘Aatmanirbhar Formation Flight’; Focus on Defence, Aerospace

News 18

A unique flying display of HAL’s indigenous platforms aptly titled ‘Aatmanirbhar Formation Flight’ will be part of the flying display during the 13th edition of Aero India-2021 scheduled from February 3, 2021 at Air Force Station, Yelahanka. The ‘Aatmanirbhar Formation Flight’ consisting HAL products such as LCA trainer, HTT-40, IJT, Advanced Hawk Mk 132 and Civil Do-228 will fly in …

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India signs Rs 13,500 crore deal for advanced indigenous Su-30MKI jets

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India signs Rs 13,500 crore deal for advanced indigenous Su-30MKI jets

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In a major push to strengthen its air power, India has inked a Rs 13,500 crore deal with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited for 12 indigenous Su-30MKI fighter jets. The agreement, signed on December 12, 2024, marks a significant step towards self-reliance under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative and bolsters the Indian Air Force's operational capabilities. The new Su-30MKIs, featuring 62.6% indigenous content, …

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India rides high as missile with cutting-edge SFDR technology tested successfully

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India rides high as missile with cutting-edge SFDR technology tested successfully

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BHUBANESWAR: In yet another technological accomplishment, the Defence Research and Development Organisation successfully conducted the final round test of the solid fuel ducted ramjet propulsion based missile system from a defence facility off the Odisha coast on Friday. The indigenously developed missile system was test-fired from a static launcher at the launching complex-III of the integrated test range. Defence sources …

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What's Bayraktar TB2 drone deployed by Bangladesh and is India prepared?

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What's Bayraktar TB2 drone deployed by Bangladesh and is India prepared?

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"God favours the side with the best artillery," said 18th-century French military leader and emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. The same Bayraktar TB2 drones have now been deployed by Bangladesh along the border with India, sources told India Today TV. Amid strained ties with India, sources told India Today TV, Bangladesh has deployed the Bayraktar TB2 drones along the Indo-Bangla border. HOW …

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Spectacular display of Indian Navy’s prowess leaves spectators awestruck

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Spectacular display of Indian Navy’s prowess leaves spectators awestruck

New Indian Express

PURI: A sea of humanity thronged pilgrim town Puri and its golden sands throbbed with excitement and patriotism as the Indian Navy celebrated Navy Day 2024 outside a naval station for the first time. Known as Phantoms, the multi-purpose aircraft of the Indian Navy in an arrow head formation demonstrated their ground attack capabilities. MH-60 R multi-role helicopters, which were …

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US clears USD 1.17 billion deal to supply equipment for Indian Navy choppers

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US clears USD 1.17 billion deal to supply equipment for Indian Navy choppers

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Outgoing US President Joe Biden's administration has approved a USD 1.17 billion package under the Foreign Military Sales programme to supply advanced communication systems, sensors, and logistical support to enhance the capabilities of the Indian Navy's Sikorsky MH-60R multi-role helicopters. A deal to sell 24 MH-60R multi-role helicopters from Lockheed Martin under foreign military sales was cleared by the US …

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India first to develop long-range hypersonic missile: Defence experts

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India first to develop long-range hypersonic missile: Defence experts

New Indian Express

BHUBANESWAR: India is the first country to develop a long-range hypersonic missile that can travel more than eight times the speed of sound and is a game-changer in global defence technology which no other countries have, claimed defence scientists. The Defence Research and Development Organisation recently test-fired the country’s first long-range hypersonic missile that can carry both conventional and nuclear …

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INS Arighat's K-4 missile test: A giant leap in India’s naval defence

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INS Arighat's K-4 missile test: A giant leap in India’s naval defence

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India’s successful test of the K-4 missile from INS Arighaat has solidified its position as a critical player in the Indo-Pacific and Indian Ocean The missile, capable of striking targets up to 3,500 kilometres away, significantly enhances India's nuclear triad, which comprises land-based intercontinental ballistic missiles, air-launched weapons, and now, sea-based SLBMs. INS Arighaat India’s successful test of its newly …

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Arighat fires K4 nuclear missile: How ‘Dead Hand’ bolsters India’s defence

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Arighat fires K4 nuclear missile: How ‘Dead Hand’ bolsters India’s defence

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For decades, India has maintained a measured approach to its defence capabilities, but the challenges posed by an assertive China and an unstable Pakistan require robust deterrence India’s message is clear: we seek peace, but we are prepared for any eventuality. Image: REUTERS India’s defence narrative has taken a historic leap with the successful test-firing of the K-4 nuclear-capable ballistic …

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Hypersonic, ballistic missile launches underscore India's weapons prowess

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Hypersonic, ballistic missile launches underscore India's weapons prowess

Hindustan Times

The successful launch of India’s first long-range hypersonic missile and the first test of the 3,500km K-4 nuclear-capable ballistic missile from a submarine have put the spotlight on the country’s growing prowess in indigenously developing advanced weapon systems to strengthen the military’s capabilities. This includes achievements ranging from successfully testing the second phase of India’s ballistic missile defence system to …

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K-4 nuclear-capable ballistic missile tested by Indian Navy from submarine INS Arighaat, here’s all about it

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K-4 nuclear-capable ballistic missile tested by Indian Navy from submarine INS Arighaat, here’s all about it

Live Mint

The Indian Navy on Wednesday carried out the test firing of the 3,500 Km K-4 ballistic missile from the newly-inducted nuclear submarine INS Arighaat, reported ANI. The Navy has two nuclear submarines, the INS Arihant and the Arighaat, that can fire ballistic missiles. All about K-4 Ballistic Missile: Designed to be launched from underwater platforms, the K-4 ballistic missile is …

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India successfully tests K-4 nuclear-capable missile from nuclear submarine INS Arighaat

3 weeks, 5 days ago

India successfully tests K-4 nuclear-capable missile from nuclear submarine INS Arighaat

New Indian Express

BHUBANESWAR: In a leap forward in deterrence capability, India has successfully test-fired the indigenously developed long range nuclear-capable ballistic missile K-4 from a home grown submarine positioned at an undisclosed location in the Bay of Bengal, making it a strategic player in the South East Asia region. Defence sources said the submarine-launched ballistic missile was flight-tested by the Strategic Forces …

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Indian Army inducts 'Sabal' logistics drone, boosting operational capabilities in challenging terrains

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Indian Army inducts 'Sabal' logistics drone, boosting operational capabilities in challenging terrains

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: India's indigenous defense technology and manufacturing received a significant boost with the successful induction of the Sabal 20 logistics drone into the Indian Army. Developed by the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, the drone will strengthen stealth capabilities and enhance logistics support for the defense forces operating in challenging terrains. On Wednesday, the Indian Army successfully deployed the …

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India to continue missile tests in future to strengthen its armoury: Sources

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India to continue missile tests in future to strengthen its armoury: Sources

India Today

India is planning to continue missile tests in the coming future to achieve its objective of creating a strong armoury of missiles, sources said. The tests in future will be focused on developing and testing both long and medium-range missiles of different types, defence sources added while speaking to India Today TV. Hypersonic missiles are considered the next frontier in …

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In Graphics l What are hypersonic missiles that India now boasts of developing?

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In Graphics l What are hypersonic missiles that India now boasts of developing?

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India successfully test-fired its first long-range hypersonic missile off the coast of Odisha on Sunday. Calling this a ‘historic achievement’, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that India is now placed among the select group of countries that possess such advanced military capabilities India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation achieved a historic feat as it successfully test-fired the nation’s maiden long-range …

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India in elite club after successful long-range hypersonic missile test

1 month ago

India in elite club after successful long-range hypersonic missile test

New Indian Express

BHUBANESWAR/NEW DELHI: In a significant demonstration of India’s growing military prowess, the Defence Research and Development Organisation on Saturday successfully flight-tested the country’s first long-range hypersonic missile from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island, off Odisha coast. The test missile was launched from a ground-based mobile launcher positioned at the launching complex-IV of the Integrated Test Range at Dr APJ Abdul …

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How India's hypersonic missile test puts China, Pakistan on notice

1 month ago

How India's hypersonic missile test puts China, Pakistan on notice

India Today

Taking a crucial step towards getting India into the elite group of countries to have hypersonic missiles in its military arsenal, the Defence Research and Development Organisation has successfully flight-tested the country’s first long-range hypersonic missile from the Dr A.P.J. Missile scientists claim India has indigenously developed the technology for the hypersonic missile to take unpredictable trajectories and elude interceptor …

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India test-fires its first long-range hypersonic missile

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India test-fires its first long-range hypersonic missile

Hindustan Times

India on Sunday announced that the Defence Research and Development Organisation has successfully test-fired the country’s first long-range hypersonic missile off the Odisha coast, a step towards strengthening the military’s capabilities with a new weapon system. Flight trial of DRDO's long range hypersonic missile being successfully conducted at Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island, off-the-coast of Odisha. “India has achieved a …

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India successfully tests its first long-range hypersonic missile, MoD calls it a 'historic moment'

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India successfully tests its first long-range hypersonic missile, MoD calls it a 'historic moment'

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The hypersonic missile is designed to carry several payloads for ranges greater than 1500 km. It can be used by all the services of the Indian Armed Forces The flight trial of the long range hypersonic missile was conducted on Saturday night. X/ @Rajnath Singh India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation successfully conducted a flight trial of a long-range hypersonic …

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India successfully test fires long-range hypersonic missile, joins select club

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India successfully test fires long-range hypersonic missile, joins select club

Hindustan Times

This hypersonic missile can reportedly carry various payloads for ranges over 1500km for all the Services of the Indian Armed Forces. The Defence Research and Development Organisation on Saturday conducted a successful flight test of long range hypersonic missile from the Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the Odisha coast in what was termed as a ‘major milestone’ by Defence …

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India’s First Long-Range Hypersonic Missile Test Successful

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New Delhi: India achieved a major milestone by successfully conducting its first trial of a long-range hypersonic missile, marking a significant advancement in the country’s defence capabilities. Defence minister Rajnath Singh lauded the achievement, describing it as a "historic moment" and a "stupendous" accomplishment under the nation’s first long-range hypersonic mission. "This significant achievement has placed India among the select …

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‘India successfully conducts flight trial of long-range hypersonic missile,’ says Rajnath Singh

Live Mint

The Defence Research and Development Organisation successfully conducted a flight trial of its long-range hypersonic missile on November 16, 2024, from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island, off-the-coast of Odisha. In a post on X, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO, the Armed Forces and the Industry for the successful flight trial of the country's first long-range hypersonic mission, and termed …

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DRDO conducts successful flight trial of long-range hypersonic missile | WATCH

1 month, 1 week ago

DRDO conducts successful flight trial of long-range hypersonic missile | WATCH

India TV News

India achieved a historic milestone in defence technology by successfully conducting a flight trial of a long-range hypersonic missile on Saturday. This groundbreaking achievement cements India’s position among the select group of nations possessing advanced hypersonic missile technology. The missile is the result of extensive research and development carried out by the laboratories of the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Missile …

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India’s first long-range hypersonic missile flight trials successful

1 month, 1 week ago

India’s first long-range hypersonic missile flight trials successful

New Indian Express

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New Indian Express

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India’s nuclear triad projects dominance over the Indo-Pacific

Hindustan Times

New Delhi: By commissioning two nuclear ballistic missile submarines during his two terms in office, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has shown commitment to "India First” policy commensurate with the stated objective of India acquiring ‘credible, minimum’ and indigenous nuclear deterrent with second strike capability. In the meantime, INS Dhruv, India’s first ballistic missile tracker ship, was commissioned on September 10, …

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US approves sale of anti-submarine warfare gear to India

4 months ago

US approves sale of anti-submarine warfare gear to India

Hindustan Times

New Delhi: US secretary of state Antony Blinken has approved a possible foreign military sale to India of anti-submarine warfare sonobuoys and related equipment for an estimated cost of $52.8 million, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency announced in Washington. The development came on a day defence minister Rajnath Singh and his American counterpart Lloyd Austin held wide-ranging talks at the …

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Navigating Next-Gen Air Power in the Indo-Pacific

4 months ago

Navigating Next-Gen Air Power in the Indo-Pacific

The Diplomat

Tensions and distrust between Washington and Beijing will not improve anytime soon; hence, the U.S. military is preparing for a worst-case scenario should an armed conflict break out in the Indo-Pacific. For the U.S. Air Force, the critical Next Generation Air Dominance program, aimed at building a sixth-generation combat aircraft that can ensure air superiority for decades to come, is …

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The 2024 Indian Roadmaster Elite Arrives In India

4 months, 3 weeks ago

The 2024 Indian Roadmaster Elite Arrives In India

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi –Indian Motorcycle, America’s First Motorcycle Company, today introduces the pinnacle of luxury touring with the arrival of the exclusive Roadmaster Elite in India. Each Roadmaster Elite features exclusive Elite badging, including an individually numbered center console complete with a silhouette of a 1904 Indian Camelback – Indian Motorcycle’s first model to debut the iconic Indian Motorcycle Red paint. …

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India tests second phase of key ballistic missile defence system

4 months, 4 weeks ago

India tests second phase of key ballistic missile defence system

Hindustan Times

The Defence Research and Development Organisation on Wednesday successfully flight-tested the second phase of India’s ballistic missile defence system off the Odisha coast to thwart threats from missiles with a range of 5,000 km, the defence ministry announced. India is pursuing its ballistic missile defence programme in two phases – the first phase has been completed while the second is …

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WATCH: India successfully conducts flight test of Phase-II ballistic missile defence system

4 months, 4 weeks ago

WATCH: India successfully conducts flight test of Phase-II ballistic missile defence system

Firstpost

The flight test fully met all the trial objectives validating a complete network-centric warfare weapon system, the defence ministry said The phase-II AD endo-atmospheric missile is an indigenously developed two-stage solid propelled ground-launched missile system. #WATCH | Defence Research & Development Organisation successfully flight-tested Phase-II Ballistic Missile Defence System on 24th July 2024. ”The DRDO successfully flight-tested Phase-II Ballistic Missile …

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India successfully tests BMD system as interceptor destroys incoming missile

5 months ago

India successfully tests BMD system as interceptor destroys incoming missile

New Indian Express

BHUBANESWAR: India's efforts to develop a robust multi-layered Ballistic Missile Defence shield received a significant boost with the advanced area defence interceptor successfully destroying an incoming ballistic missile in the endo-atmospheric region over the Bay of Bengal. Defence sources stated that the low-altitude supersonic interceptor missile, fired from the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur, successfully intercepted the target missile launched …

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Govt to buy 156 light combat helicopters from HAL at ₹50k-cr

6 months ago

Govt to buy 156 light combat helicopters from HAL at ₹50k-cr

Hindustan Times

The defence ministry has issued a tender to Bengaluru-based plane maker Hindustan Aeronautics Limited for the proposed acquisition of 156 Prachand light combat helicopters to sharpen the capabilities of the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force, officials aware of the matter said on Monday. The development comes two months after the ministry issued a tender to HAL for the …

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HAL gets over ₹45,000-crore tender for 156 light combat helicopters

6 months ago

HAL gets over ₹45,000-crore tender for 156 light combat helicopters

Hindustan Times

In a big boost for Made in India in defence, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited on Monday said the Defence Ministry has issued a Request for Proposal for 156 Light Combat Helicopters. A HAL light combat helicopter during a flight in Ladakh "In terms of Regulation 30 of the SEBI Regulations, 2015, we would like to inform that, Request for Proposal has …

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What is Nagastra-1, Indian Army’s first ‘Make in India’ suicide drones?

6 months, 1 week ago

What is Nagastra-1, Indian Army’s first ‘Make in India’ suicide drones?

Firstpost

Manufactured by Solar Industries Nagpur, the Nagastra-1 can carry a 1 kilo warhead and carry out a precision strike via GPS with an accuracy of within two metres. It has been designed to hit enemy training camps, launch pads, and infiltrators and thus reduce risk to soldiers The Nagastra-1 has a ‘Kamikaze mode’ in which it can search and destroy …

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Mangalyaan-2: Why India needs to go to Mars

6 months, 2 weeks ago

Mangalyaan-2: Why India needs to go to Mars

India Today

After its historic success with Mangalyaan, the Indian Space Research Organisation is gearing up to return to Mars with a bigger, bolder, and braver mission. Building on the success of the Mars Orbiter Mission a.k.a Mangalyaan, the second edition aims to go a step further by landing a rover and helicopter on the Martian surface. This mission, highlighted on National …

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India’s helicopters being flown with Maldives defence personnel onboard: Report

6 months, 2 weeks ago

India’s helicopters being flown with Maldives defence personnel onboard: Report

India TV News

Weeks after India withdrew its military personnel from the Maldives, the two helicopters gifted by New Delhi to the island nation are operated regularly with an MNDF soldier onboard, a Maldivian news portal reported on Tuesday. Adhadhu.com quoted an unnamed airport official who said that a soldier of the Maldives National Defence Force “is always onboard when the helicopters are …

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Germany eases small arms sales to India

7 months, 3 weeks ago

Germany eases small arms sales to India

Hindustan Times

NEW DELHI: The German government has approved a request by India’s National Security Guard to buy spares and accessories for the MP5 submachine guns, a key development as the European country earlier imposed restrictions on the sale of small arms along with their spares to ‘third countries’ including India, officials aware of the matter said on Friday. The removal of …

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India successfully tests new version of air-launched medium-range ballistic missile

8 months ago

India successfully tests new version of air-launched medium-range ballistic missile

India TV News

New Delhi: In a significant enhancement of its capabilities, India on Tuesday successfully conducted a test firing of a new version of an air-launched medium-range ballistic missile capable of striking targets at distances exceeding 250 km. The missile tested by the Indian Air Force in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is the Israeli-origin Crystal Maze 2 air-launched ballistic missile, also …

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