Indian Army gets new American assault rifles to fight terrorists in Kashmir Valley
5 years ago

Indian Army gets new American assault rifles to fight terrorists in Kashmir Valley

India TV News  

The Indian Army has begun the induction of its newly acquired American SiG Sauer assault rifles in operations. "The first lot of 10,000 SiG 716 assault rifles has arrived in India and has been sent to the Northern Command," top Indian Army sources said. India had signed an over Rs 700 crore contract to equip the Indian Army with 72,400 new assault rifles. The Indian Army will also receive a major boost with the induction of more than 7 lakh AK-203 assault rifles which are going to be produced in the joint venture between India and Russia.

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Weapons left by US Army after its withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021 are now reaching terrorists: Sources
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Weapons left by US Army after its withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021 are now reaching terrorists: Sources

India TV News  

The presence of M4 rifles in Jammu and Kashmir has alerted security agencies. According to sources, the weapons left behind by the US Army after its withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021 are now reaching terrorists infiltrating from Pakistan to Kashmir. Recently, during an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir, security forces recovered the M4 Carbon Assault Rifle, making it clear that …

Indian Army to receive 73,000 SIG 716 rifles from US-based SIG SAUER
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Indian Army to receive 73,000 SIG 716 rifles from US-based SIG SAUER

India TV News  

New Delhi: In a major accomplishment for India's defence requirements, US-based ammunition and pistol manufacturer SIG SAUER has announced a second procurement with the Ministry of Defence to supply an additional 73,000 SIG 716 rifles. Ron Cohen, President and CEO of SIG SAUER, said, "We are proud to be a partner in the modernization effort of the Indian Army, and …

US-made M4 carbine assault rifles in J&K terrorists’ hands a serious threat
4 months, 2 weeks ago

US-made M4 carbine assault rifles in J&K terrorists’ hands a serious threat

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Several operations carried out by the security forces against militants in the wake of recent terror strikes in the Jammu region, have led to recovery of lethal weapons, a majority of which were earlier used by the Taliban terrorists or were abandoned by American soldiers before leaving Afghanistan, officials said. These weapons include the deadly US-made M4 carbine …

US-made M4 carbine assault rifles in terrorists’ hands in Jammu pose serious threat says security officials
4 months, 3 weeks ago

US-made M4 carbine assault rifles in terrorists’ hands in Jammu pose serious threat says security officials

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Weapons that pose a greater threat were recovered by the security forces during the several operations conducted by them following the series of terror strikes in Jammu region, officials said on Monday. The officials further added that these weapons include deadly US-made M4 carbine assault rifles that can fire 700-970 rounds of steel bullets in 1 minute. The …

Indian soldiers drill for counterinsurgency amid rise in rebel attacks in Kashmir
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Indian soldiers drill for counterinsurgency amid rise in rebel attacks in Kashmir

Associated Press  

NOWSHERA, India — In the remote Himalayas, tens of thousands of Indian soldiers maintain a tight vigil along the highly militarized Line of Control that divides Kashmir region between India and Pakistan. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Indian army soldiers take position during a drill along the highly militarized Line of Control …

EXCLUSIVE: Five armed Pakistani terrorists, SSG Commando spotted in Jammu and Kashmir, pics surface
5 months, 2 weeks ago

EXCLUSIVE: Five armed Pakistani terrorists, SSG Commando spotted in Jammu and Kashmir, pics surface

India TV News  

In a significant development, at least five terrorists armed with a sniper weapon and a Pakistan Special Service Group commando have been spotted in Jammu and Kashmir. The SSG has reportedly attempted Border Action Team operations several times, but these attempts have been thwarted by the vigilant Indian Army, resulting in the elimination of the SSG commandos involved. The image …

Indo-Russian joint venture handed over 27,000 Ak-203 assault rifles to Indian Army
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Indo-Russian joint venture handed over 27,000 Ak-203 assault rifles to Indian Army

The Hindu  

The Indian Army has started receiving the Russian AK-203 assault rifles after the deal with Russia saw back-to-back delays, partly due to the war in Ukraine and payment delays. As many as 27,000 rifles have been handed over to the Army so far by the Indo-Russian joint venture established at Korwa in Uttar Pradesh, according to official sources. Under an …

Indian Army goes for artillery firepower boost with lessons from Ukraine war
1 year, 3 months ago

Indian Army goes for artillery firepower boost with lessons from Ukraine war

Hindustan Times  

Weighty lessons learnt from the Ukraine conflict, which entered its 570th day on Saturday, have influenced the Indian Army’s plans to advance its firepower, with a greater emphasis on mobility, precision attacks, range, quick strikes and survivability as it ramps up efforts to buy an array of weapons, including guns, rocket systems and missiles, officials tracking the artillery’s modernisation said …

4 terrorists killed in gunfight in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch, weapons recovered
1 year, 5 months ago

4 terrorists killed in gunfight in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch, weapons recovered

India Today  

Four Pakistan- Acting on specific intelligence inputs, the encounter between security forces and terrorists first took place around 11:30 pm on Monday, following which drones were deployed along with other night surveillance equipment. The Indian Army said four AK-47 rifles, two pistols and warlike stores were recovered from the possession of the killed terrorists. In a major Cordon and Search …

Indian Army issues tenders to buy 62,500 bulletproof jackets for frontline troops
2 years, 1 month ago

Indian Army issues tenders to buy 62,500 bulletproof jackets for frontline troops

India TV News  

Amid the threat of the use of steel core bullets by terrorists in India, the Indian Army has issued tenders for acquiring 62,500 bulletproof jackets for its frontline troops which would be able to protect them from such bullets. The Ministry of Defence has issued two separate tenders for these jackets under Make in India including one for 47,627 jackets …

Steel core bullets, night sights: Terrorists in Kashmir valley using weapons left by US in Afghanistan
2 years, 8 months ago

Steel core bullets, night sights: Terrorists in Kashmir valley using weapons left by US in Afghanistan

India Today  

Terrorists operating in the Kashmir valley have started using steel core bullets and Canadian night sights that were left behind by the American-led NATO alliance when it was forced to retreat from Afghanistan. Recently, it was found that some of the terrorists in the Kashmir valley used American armour piercing bullets in encounters with Indian security forces and were successful …

Terrorists Using Armour Piercing Bullets From Afghanistan In J&K, Army Orders New Jackets: Report
2 years, 8 months ago

Terrorists Using Armour Piercing Bullets From Afghanistan In J&K, Army Orders New Jackets: Report

ABP News  

New Delhi: Some of the terrorists in the Kashmir Valley used American armour piercing bullets in encounters with the Indian security forces and were successful in breaching the soldiers’ bulletproof jackets. “The terrorists used armour piercing bullets against security forces and were able to breach the bulletproof jackets worn by some of the troops. The terrorists have also been found …

Afghan Terrorists with American Weapons Reaching LoC to Infiltrate India, Says Top Army Officer - News18
2 years, 10 months ago

Afghan Terrorists with American Weapons Reaching LoC to Infiltrate India, Says Top Army Officer - News18

News 18  

The spillover of high tech modern weapons and advanced night vision devices left over by Americans in Afghanistan after the fall of Kabul in August 2021 is now finding its way towards Indian Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir via Pakistan through the Line of Control, said Major General Ajay Chandpuria, General Officer Commanding 19 Infantry Division stationed in Baramulla …

Centre gives approval for plan to manufacture over 5 lakh AK-203 assault rifles in Amethi
3 years, 1 month ago

Centre gives approval for plan to manufacture over 5 lakh AK-203 assault rifles in Amethi

Firstpost  

With this move, the firearm will replace the in-service INSAS rifle inducted over three decades ago New Delhi: The Central government has approved a plan to produce over five lakh AK-203 assault rifles at Korwa in Uttar Pradesh’s Amethi, in what official sources described as an endeavour to provide a big boost to self-reliance in defence manufacturing. This endeavour will …

Centre approves manufacture of over 5 lakh AK-203 rifles in UP
3 years, 1 month ago

Centre approves manufacture of over 5 lakh AK-203 rifles in UP

India TV News  

Over five lakh AK-203 assault rifles will be manufactured at Korwa in Uttar Pradesh's Amethi to boost the self-reliance in defense manufacturing, the Government of India sources said. The project marks a significant stride towards making Uttar Pradesh a key contributor to the ascendant defense manufacturing prowess of India, sources said. The 7.62 X 39mm caliber AK-203 Rifles will replace …

Will the Taliban arsenal spill over to India?
3 years, 4 months ago

Will the Taliban arsenal spill over to India?

India Today  

The August 15 capture of Afghanistan by the Taliban has caused untold misery to Afghan citizens. One visual that should worry Indian security forces in particular is of the piles of assault rifles, ammunition, communication gear and night vision devices. Afghan air force pilots fled into neighbouring Uzbekistan with an unspecified number of light attack aircraft and helicopters, leaving behind …

Security Force, Punjab Police Seize Arms and Ammunition Near Attari Border with Pakistan
3 years, 9 months ago

Security Force, Punjab Police Seize Arms and Ammunition Near Attari Border with Pakistan

News 18  

In a joint operation with the Border Security Force, the Punjab Police Sunday seized assault rifles and live cartridges near the Attari border which, officials said, were pushed into the Indian territory by Pakistani nationals associated with Sikh hardliners. Police said the recoveries were made just 10 metres from the border with Pakistan in the joint operation carried out based …

Uzbek troops get first-hand experience of Indian Army's new US-made Sig Sauer rifles
3 years, 9 months ago

Uzbek troops get first-hand experience of Indian Army's new US-made Sig Sauer rifles

India Today  

Uzbekistan soldiers are getting a first-hand experience of Indian Army’s new 'Sig Sauer' rifles at the ongoing military exercise 'DUSTLIK' between the two armies in Chaubatia near Ranikhet in Uttarakhand. Both armies shared best practices with each other using Sig Sauer rifles in the exercise, said Colonel Amit Malik, Commanding Officer of 13 Kumaon, representing the Indian Army in the …

Sig Sauer rifles beef up infantry
3 years, 9 months ago

Sig Sauer rifles beef up infantry

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Indian Army's Infantry battalions across the country have started getting the deadly US made advance assault rifles Sig Sauer in a big boost to their capability. According to sources, the Infantry soldiers who were deployed at the LAC and LoC first started getting Sig Sauer rifles. "Atleast two companies in each Infantry battalion are getting Sig Sauer rifles," …

Indian Army carrying out 'pinpoint strikes' on terror launchpads in PoK: Report
4 years, 1 month ago

Indian Army carrying out 'pinpoint strikes' on terror launchpads in PoK: Report

India Today  

The Indian Army is carrying out "pinpoint strikes" on suspected terror launchpads inside Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in response to Pakistani military's unrelenting efforts to push maximum number of terrorists into India before the onset of harsh winters, sources in the security establishment said on Thursday. "Pakistan Army's actions to exclusively target civilians are countered by Indian Army's pinpoint strikes on suspected …

Pakistan quadcopter shot down by Indian Army in Jammu and Kashmir's Keran
4 years, 2 months ago

Pakistan quadcopter shot down by Indian Army in Jammu and Kashmir's Keran

India TV News  

The troops of the Indian Army on Saturday shot down a Pakistan Army quadcopter along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Keran sector. Image Source : INDIAN ARMY Pakistan quadcopter shot down by Indian Army in Jammu and Kashmir's Keran Earlier in October, the Indian Army had foiled Pakistan's attempt to push in arms and ammunition by Pakistan …

How Indian Army retaliated against Pakistan's recent provocations
4 years, 2 months ago

How Indian Army retaliated against Pakistan's recent provocations

India Today  

As Pakistan continues to violate ceasefire along the Line of Control in different sectors of Jammu and Kashmir over the past few weeks, the Indian Army is believed to be retaliating strongly and effectively to Pakistan's provocation. Sources have also confirmed that heavy damage has been inflicted on the enemy and many Pakistani posts have been damaged after Indian Army …

Kashmir: Army foils major arms smuggling attempt at LOC, recovers rifles, ammunition
4 years, 3 months ago

Kashmir: Army foils major arms smuggling attempt at LOC, recovers rifles, ammunition

India Today  

Indian Army has thwarted an attempt by Pakistani terrorists supported by the Pak Army to smuggle weapons through Keran Sector of northern Kashmir. The Indian Army deployed at the Keran Sector of North Kashmir on Friday thwarted an attempt by terrorists to smuggle weapons. Four AK-74 rifles, eight magazines, 240 AK Rifle ammunition have been recovered from the spot, said …

India-China faceoff: 72,500 Sig assault rifles ordered for soldiers deployed at LAC in Ladakh
4 years, 3 months ago

India-China faceoff: 72,500 Sig assault rifles ordered for soldiers deployed at LAC in Ladakh

India Today  

A new batch of 72,500 Sig-16 assault rifles from the US will be given to the Indian Army soldiers deployed on the China front in eastern Ladakh. The Indian government has approved the acquisition of the second batch of around 72,500 Sig Sauer assault rifles from the US under fast-track procedures for the Army. A second lot of the Sig-16 …

US-made M series carbine rifles new weapons for militants in Kashmir?
4 years, 4 months ago

US-made M series carbine rifles new weapons for militants in Kashmir?

India Today  

Three US-made sophisticated M series carbine rifles have been recovered by the police in Kashmir in the last two days. "The weapons were meant for the new recruits," said a senior police official in south Kashmir on recoveries from the truck. The militants in the valley have mostly been using AK-47 or AK series rifles but these recoveries of more …

Indian Army will get US-made Sig Sauer rifles by year-end, says General Bipin Rawat; postal stamp on 'Siachen Warriors' released
5 years, 2 months ago

Indian Army will get US-made Sig Sauer rifles by year-end, says General Bipin Rawat; postal stamp on 'Siachen Warriors' released

Firstpost  

The Indian Army is working to empower its infantry forces, and one of the world’s best rifles, manufactured by firearm major Sig Sauer, will be made available to them by the end of this year, Army Chief General Bipin Rawat said on Friday New Delhi: The Indian Army is working to empower its infantry forces, and one of the world’s …

India destroys three terror launch pads in Pakistan
5 years, 2 months ago

India destroys three terror launch pads in Pakistan

Live Mint  

India on Sunday launched a major strike against terrorist training camps in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, killing 6-10 terrorists and an equal number of Pakistani troops besides decimating at least three launch pads. “The message to Pakistan is that India will firmly deal with any terrorist threat from Pakistan,” Sibal said, adding: “It is New Delhi saying clearly that we will retaliate …

Indian Army hits Pak army posts, terror launch pads across PoK, kills 5 Pak soldiers
5 years, 2 months ago

Indian Army hits Pak army posts, terror launch pads across PoK, kills 5 Pak soldiers

India Today  

In heavy retaliation to Pakistani attempts to infiltrate terrorists into India, Pakistan Army posts and gun positions giving protection to the terror launch pads were hit by the Indian Army in Tangdhar sector in Pakistan occupied Kashmir across the Line of Control. At least three terror launch pads in Jura, Athmuqam and Kundalsahi in PoK were targeted and destroyed by …

Shortage of arms in Kashmir forces terrorists to loot weapons: Northern Army Commander
5 years, 2 months ago

Shortage of arms in Kashmir forces terrorists to loot weapons: Northern Army Commander

India Today  

Terrorists in Kashmir are facing a shortage of arms which is why they try to snatch or loot weapons from SPOs and police stations, Northern Army Commander Lt Gen Ranbir Singh said on Friday. So they try to snatch weapons from Special Police Officers or loot them from police stations, the Army commander said. "You must have seen that when …

Indian Army inducts new sniper rifles for troops along LoC to effectively respond to ceasefire violations by Pakistan
5 years, 9 months ago

Indian Army inducts new sniper rifles for troops along LoC to effectively respond to ceasefire violations by Pakistan

Firstpost  

The Indian Army has provided advanced sniper rifles to its troops posted along the Line of Control in the Kashmir Valley and Jammu region to retaliate against ceasefire violations by Pakistan. New Delhi: The Indian Army has provided advanced sniper rifles to its troops posted along the Line of Control in the Kashmir Valley and Jammu region to retaliate against …

India signs deal with Russian firm to manufacture 75,000 AK-203 assault rifles; AK-47 derivative to replace indigenous INSAS
5 years, 10 months ago

India signs deal with Russian firm to manufacture 75,000 AK-203 assault rifles; AK-47 derivative to replace indigenous INSAS

Firstpost  

India has signed a deal with a Russian firm to manufacture 750,000 of the AK-203 assault rifles, which is the latest derivative of the legendary AK-47 rifle New Delhi: AK–203 is the latest derivative of the legendary AK-47 rifle. India has signed a deal with a Russian firm to manufacture 750,000 of these assault rifles which would be given to …

Modi Government to set up an Ordnance Factory Board near Amethi in Uttar Pradesh to produce 7.47 lakh assault Kalashnikov rifles
5 years, 10 months ago

Modi Government to set up an Ordnance Factory Board near Amethi in Uttar Pradesh to produce 7.47 lakh assault Kalashnikov rifles

Op India  

The Narendra Modi-led NDA government has cleared a proposal to produce at least 7.47 lakh Kalashnikov assault rifles by the Ordnance Factory Board and a Russian Joint venture firm for the Indian Army. According to the ANI, the Centre on Wednesday evening cleared a proposal to set up a new plant at Amethi, Uttar Pradesh for the joint production of …

India to get 72,400 rifles for Rs 700 crore
5 years, 10 months ago

India to get 72,400 rifles for Rs 700 crore

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Indian army is going to get modern assault rifles to replace the existing glitch-prone 5.56mm INSAS rifles. India on Tuesday signed a contract with a US firm Sig Sauer for 72,400 assault rifles at a cost of around Rs 700 crore. Indian army will get 66,400 of these assault rifles, Indian Airforce will get 4,000 and Indian Navy …

India signs contract with U.S. firm for 72,400 assault rifles
5 years, 10 months ago

India signs contract with U.S. firm for 72,400 assault rifles

The Hindu  

After repeated attempts to equip the infantry soldier with a basic rifle, the Army on February 12 signed a contract with Sig Sauer of the U.S. for 72,400 SIG 716 assault rifles for the frontline soldier deployed in operational areas. “A contract for procurement of 72,400 assault rifles through Fast Track Procurement was signed with Sig Sauer of U.S. on …

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