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India.com
27-05-2025
- Business
- India.com
Pakistan, China, Bangladesh will shiver with fear as Modi government plans to buy new missiles worth Rs 2000 crore-3000 crore, they are dangerous...
Invar anti-tank guided missiles- Image- BPL Invar anti-tank guided missiles: In a significant move aimed at preparing the country for a stable defence, the Ministry of Defence is preparing a procurement order for 500 Invar anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs) from the state-run Bharat Dynamics Ltd (BDL). Estimated to cost between Rs 2,000 crore and Rs 3,000 crore, the acquisition of the missiles is aimed at strengthening India's armoured warfare capabilities. Here are all the details you need to know about the Invar anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs). 'Invar missiles are designed to be launched from tank platforms. The Defence Ministry is finalising an order for 500 missiles from BDL, with the total expenditure expected to be in the range of Rs 2,000 crore–3,000 crore,' an official was quoted as saying by a Moneycontrol report. About Invar anti-tank guided missiles INVAR ATGM is a mechanized infantry weapon which is used to fire from the gun barrel of T90 tank. The tank mounted missiles are used in the times of conflict to to destroy armoured vehicles equipped with Explosive Reactive Armour. As per the official site of Bharat Dynamics Ltd, the missile cam be used to destroy stationary and moving target with speed up to 70 kmph. Cabinet gives nod for buying Rs 10,200 cr India-made ammunition for Pinaka rocket launchers The Cabinet Committee on Security had earlier approved the indigenous procurement of ammunition worth around Rs 10,200 crore for the Indian Army's Pinaka multi-launcher rocket system, in another booster shot for the country's self-reliance in the Defence manufacturing sector, according to senior officials, as per a report carried by IANS news agency. As per the deal, the two deals include high-explosive pre-fragmented ammunition at a cost of about Rs 5,700 crore and area denial munitions for around Rs 4,500 crore. The high-explosive pre-fragmented rocket ammunition has an enhanced range of 45 km, while the area denial munitions have a striking distance of 37 km, which can saturate a battlefield with anti-tank and anti-personnel mines. (With inputs from agencies)
News18
27-05-2025
- Business
- News18
Govt To Procure Rs 2,000–3,000 Cr Invar Missile Order Form Bharat Dynamics; Shares Up 2%
Last Updated: The Ministry of Defence is finalising a procurement order for 500 Invar anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs) from state-run Bharat Dynamics, say reports The Ministry of Defence is finalising a procurement order for 500 Invar anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs) from state-run Bharat Dynamics Ltd (BDL), with the deal expected to be worth between Rs 2,000 crore and Rs 3,000 crore, has reported, citing a senior government official. The acquisition is part of a broader initiative to bolster India's armoured warfare capabilities by equipping T-90 main battle tanks with precision-guided missile systems. 'Invar missiles are designed to be launched from tank platforms. The Defence Ministry is finalising an order for 500 missiles from BDL, with the total expenditure expected to be in the range of Rs 2,000 crore–3,000 crore," the official told Moneycontrol. Known for their accuracy and effectiveness, Invar missiles are already deployed on India's frontline armoured units. The proposed order is currently undergoing financial vetting to determine the exact cost and, consequently, the level of approval it will require. 'Orders up to Rs 2,000 crore can be cleared by the Defence Minister. If the value is closer to Rs 3,000 crore, approval from the Finance Minister is needed. Deals exceeding Rs 3,000 crore must go through the Cabinet," the official said. Large-scale defence procurements such as this typically pass through the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), which is chaired by the Defence Minister and can clear purchases up to Rs 2,000 crore. Beyond that, higher-level approvals come into play. Earlier this month, the DAC had approved emergency procurement worth approximately Rs 40,000 crore to bolster India's defence preparedness. The BDL missile order aligns with the Centre's 'Make in India' initiative to enhance self-reliance in defence manufacturing. Bharat Dynamics, a key supplier to the Indian armed forces, is known for producing a range of advanced missile systems. The missile acquisition is also expected to improve India's operational readiness, especially along the sensitive western and northern borders where the T-90 tanks are widely deployed. 'The emphasis on enhanced firepower underlines the strategic intent behind this order. BDL has already established a proven track record in delivering these systems," the official added. The move comes on the heels of Operation Sindoor, a recent high-precision military strike conducted by Indian forces in response to a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam. The operation, which targeted terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu & Kashmir, reportedly relied heavily on indigenous technologies including drones, electronic warfare, and layered air defence systems. This push for modernisation and indigenous sourcing has helped BDL solidify its strategic importance. The company currently holds an order book worth Rs 3,110 crore and expects 28–30% revenue growth in FY25. It has also made significant progress in localising critical components and plans to double its production over the next 3–5 years and triple it within a decade. Shares of Bharat Dynamics were up over 2% on Monday ahead of its Q4 earnings announcement, reflecting investor optimism over the potential deal and the company's long-term growth prospects. First Published: May 27, 2025, 14:05 IST
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Business Standard
14-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Defence stock surges 26% in 1 wk, zooms 100% from March low; hits new high
Bharat Dynamics Limited Share price: Shares of Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) hit a new high of ₹1,821.95; gaining 4 per cent on the BSE in Wednesday's intra-day trade on a strong order book position. The stock surpassed its previous high of ₹1,794.70 touched on July 5, 2024. The stock price of the state-owned aerospace & defence company is quoting higher for the fifth straight trading day. In the past one week, BDL has rallied 27 per cent, as compared to the 1 per cent rise in the BSE Sensex. BDL's market price doubled from its March 2025 low of ₹908.90 on the BSE. Strong order book position In the fiscal year 2024-25 (FY25), BDL secured orders worth ₹6,668 crore and the order book position (provisional & unaudited) of the company as on April 1, 2025 stood at around ₹22,700 crore. BDL recorded its highest ever export turnover of over ₹1,200 crore during FY25 as against the previous year's export turnover of ₹161 crore, registering a record growth of over 640 per cent. Bharat Dynamics' Exports BDL primarily caters to the requirements of the Indian armed forces. With encouragement from the Government of India, BDL is actively exploring export markets. Further, with the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) providing clearance to export the Akash Weapon System to nine countries, BDL is gearing up to take up the export orders. BDL has placed significant emphasis on the export of Weapon Systems. To explore the export potential of its products, identify potential markets, and pursue export opportunities, an export cell has been established within the Business Development Division of BDL. ALSO READ | Also Read The opening up of the export market and 'ease of doing business' have facilitated BDL to execute export orders successfully in recent times and receive more enquiries from other countries. Several leads have been received from various friendly foreign countries for the export of products such as the Akash Weapon System, ATGMs, Air to Air Missile (Astra), Smart Anti-Airfield Weapon, Helina (Air-to-Surface Weapons), Light Weight Torpedo, Heavy Weight Torpedo (Underwater weapons), Counter Measures Dispensing System, and Anti-Submarine Warfare Suite (Counter Measure Systems), etc, BDL said in its FY24 annual report. Elara Capital view on defence sector India's defense exports have increased significantly in recent years, reaching a record ₹21,000 crore in FY24 (Source: Defense Ministry). This is a 33 per cent increase from the previous fiscal year. India has set a defense exports target of ₹30,000 crore by FY26. In this context, the new $850 billion plan by the European Union (EU) provides a major opportunity for domestic public and private defence companies, especially for exports of subsystems and components to EU original equipment manufacturers (OEM). Potential beneficiaries from the public sector undertakings could be Bharat Electronics, Hindustan Aeronautics and Bharat Dynamics. ALSO READ | Why did Raymond shares drop 66% from ₹1,500 apiece to ₹500 in a day? ICICI Securities view on Bharat Dynamics In our view, manufacturing activities are picking up at BDL, as the company steps up execution of its burgeoning order book. Ebitda margin (adj. for provisions) works out to a healthy 32.7 per cent, mainly as execution is around in-house platforms. Besides, for the first time since the Russia-Ukraine conflict, there is no reference to supply chain bottlenecks in the notes to accounts – possibly implying that the residual MRSAM (Medium Range Surface to Air Missile) order (estimated at ₹ 700–800 crore) may be executed by FY26E, further aiding revenue growth. The brokerage firm, in the company's Q3 earnings update, said they also expect the execution of Akash third and fourth regiment orders to start by Q1FY26; thereby, boosting revenue. About BDL Bharat Dynamics (BDL), a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence was established at Hyderabad in the year 1970. It is engaged in the manufacturing of Missiles and allied Defence Equipments. The Company provides majority of its goods and services to the Indian Armed forces and Government of India. The Company has three manufacturing units, located at Kanchanbagh (Hyderabad) in Telangana, Bhanur (Sangareddy District), also in Telangana, and Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh. BDL is in the process of setting up additional facilities at Amaravati (Maharashtra), lbrahimpatnam (Telangana) and Jhansi (Uttar Pradesh).
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Business Standard
09-05-2025
- Business Standard
India-Pak conflict: How anti-tank guided missiles are shaping ground combat
Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGMs) are precision weapons built to destroy heavily armoured targets such as battle tanks. Their long-range capability allows troops to strike without exposing themselves to direct fire. Modern ATGMs can be launched from a variety of platforms: Shoulder-fired by infantry Mounted on tripods or vehicles Launched from helicopters or drones Over 130 countries currently operate ATGMs, and they've seen extensive use in conflicts like the Russia-Ukraine war. How ATGMs pierce armour: The technology behind the strike ATGMs use shaped-charge warheads that focus explosive energy in a single direction to penetrate thick armour. More advanced systems feature tandem warheads: The first charge defeats Explosive Reactive Armour (ERA) The second charge penetrates the main armour underneath Many systems also offer top-attack mode, where missiles strike the turret roof—typically the weakest part of a tank. Why modern ATGMs are so deadly in warfare Can tanks survive an ATGM hit? It depends on the defences Tanks today deploy multiple defensive technologies, including: ERA (Explosive Reactive Armour): Plates that explode to neutralise shaped charges Slat or cage armour: Metal grilles that cause premature detonation Smoke screens and evasive manoeuvres: To evade targeting Electronic jamming and decoys: To mislead incoming missiles APS (Active Protection Systems): Like Israel's Trophy or Russia's Afghanit, which track and destroy incoming missiles mid-air Though no tank is invincible, these layers drastically improve survivability. Why ATGMs are critical in India's ground warfare strategy ATGMs are cost-effective, easy to deploy, and high-impact tools for infantry. They: Enable foot soldiers to take down tanks Reduce the need for artillery or air support Are ideal for both conventional and asymmetric warfare As such, India is increasing investments not only in ATGM tech, but also in countermeasures and training for troops. Global combat use: Where ATGMs have made a battlefield impact ATGMs have played key roles in modern military conflicts, including: Ukraine: Javelins and NLAWs helped halt Russian tank advances As tanks evolve, so do missiles—keeping the tank-vs-missile arms race alive.
NDTV
09-05-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
What Is Anti-Tank Guided Missile India Used To Destroy Pak Post Across LoC
New Delhi: The Indian Army has used Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGMs) to destroy several Pakistani military posts across the Line of Control (LoC), defence sources said this morning. This comes in retaliation for cross-border firing by Pakistani troops as tensions heightened between the two nations following a terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam left 26 people dead. What Is An Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM)? An Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM) is a weapon system designed to destroy heavily armoured vehicles, especially tanks. These missiles are "guided," meaning they can be steered or locked onto a target, making it accurate compared to older anti-tank weapons. They can be fired from the shoulder, from tripods, or from vehicles and aircraft. Their key advantage is that they allow soldiers to engage armoured threats from a safe distance. How Do They Work? Most ATGMs use something called a shaped charge. This is a special type of explosive that focuses all its power in one direction, strong enough to punch through thick tank armour. Some modern ATGMs use tandem warheads. This means they have two explosions. The first blast hits and activates the tank's outer protection, called explosive reactive armour (ERA). ERA is designed to stop missiles by exploding outward. The second blast follows right after and breaks through the tank's main armour underneath. ATGMs are built to work both during the day and at night, making them useful in all kinds of conditions. Some of them also have a 'top-attack' mode, which means they can hit the tank from above where they are most vulnerable. Many modern ATGMs have something called a dual-mode seeker, which helps them find and follow their target more accurately. Can An ATGM Be Stopped? Some tanks use reactive armour, which are special plates that explode outward when hit, to stop the missile. Others use slat armour, which is a metal cage that can mess with the missile's fuse and make it blow up early. There are also systems that can jam the missile's signals or confuse it with decoys. Advanced tanks like Israel's Merkava use a system called Trophy. It can spot incoming missiles and shoot them down before they hit. This kind of Active Protection System (APS) is light, fast, and smart. Tanks can also use smoke, dust, or fast return fire to hide or destroy the missile operator before they can launch or guide the missile. This method was more common before today's "fire-and-forget" missiles, which don't need help after being launched. Over 130 countries use ATGMs today, and they have been widely seen in conflicts like the Russia-Ukraine war. On the intervening night of Tuesday-Wednesday, India had launched aerial strikes on terror camps deep inside Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) under Operation Sindoor and then successfully thwarted Islamabad's missile and drone attacks. Officials said at least 50 drones aimed at military installations in Jammu, Pathankot, and Udhampur were swiftly neutralised.
