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Time of India
17-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Netra MkII AWACS project: India to develop next-gen airborne warning systems to boost IAF's long-range surveillance; Rs 20,000 crore project approved
Netra MkII AWACS project The Indian government has approved an approximately Rs 20,000 crore AWACS project, a major step toward boosting the Indian Air Force's airborne surveillance and early warning capabilities. Under this programme, India will develop next-generation indigenous airborne early warning and control systems (AEW&C), positioning the country among a select group with advanced homegrown military radar technology. The programme, also known as Netra MkII, is being spearheaded by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), which will work with several Indian companies and Airbus. It is being developed alongside DRDO's recently cleared fifth-generation Advanced Multirole Combat Aircraft project, as reported by ET. Under Awacs India, six large airborne warning systems will be developed. These will be capable of tracking enemy aircraft, ground sensors, and other equipment over long distances, while also functioning as airborne command centres. The systems will be installed on Airbus A321 aircraft, with complex antennas and advanced technologies integrated on board. This marks the first time an Airbus platform is being used for such a role, traditionally dominated by Boeing. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Dubai villas | search ads Get Deals Undo The IAF already has six A321 aircraft, previously acquired from Air India. These will undergo significant structural modifications, including the addition of a dorsal radar fin that will provide 360-degree radar coverage. The project, expected to be completed in about three years, will feature fully indigenous Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radars and mission control systems, reported the financial daily. It is also expected to give Indian firms valuable experience in developing and integrating complex defence technologies. The IAF currently operates smaller Netra early warning aircraft, which have proved effective in past conflicts with Pakistan. In addition, it uses three IL76-based Phalcon systems developed in collaboration with Israel and Russia, though these have faced technical and operational challenges. The Awacs India project may also open up future export opportunities as India strengthens its position in high-end defence manufacturing. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
India.com
17-07-2025
- Business
- India.com
Modi govt masterstroke to shock Pakistan and China! clears Rs 200000000000 project, Indian Air Force will get six large…, to be developed by…
In a major boost to India's defense preparedness, the government has cleared a Rs 20,000 crore project to develop six next-generation Airborne Early Warning and Control Systems (AWACS), known as Awacs India . It will be made by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) to enhance the Indian Air Force's (IAF) surveillance and battlefield management capabilities, reported Economic Times. Indian Air Force Big Project DRDO will team up with Indian companies and Airbus to equip Airbus A321 aircraft with indigenous Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar systems and mission control equipment. These aircraft, six of which have already been procured from Air India, will undergo heavy modifications like the installation of a dorsal radar dome, to allow 360-degree radar coverage. Once operational, these large AWACS platforms will be able to detect and track enemy aircraft, ground-based assets, and electronic signals across vast distances. They will also serve as airborne command centres, providing real-time situational awareness and coordination in contested airspace. What Is Netra MkII? Dubbed Netra MkII is a new generation of AWACS and is expected to be operational within three years. The programme will give Indian firms valuable experience in the development and integration of complex defense technologies from domestic aerospace manufacturing capabilities. This is the first time that an Airbus platform is being adapted for such a role globally as this domain was historically dominated by Boeing potentially opening doors for future exports. Currently, the IAF operates smaller Netra systems and three IL-76-based 'Phalcon' AWACS developed in collaboration with Israel and Russia. However, the Phalcon systems faced technical and availability issues. The new indigenous platform is expected to offer improved performance, reliability, and maintainability. The approval for Awacs India after the recent greenlight for DRDO's fifth-generation Advanced Multirole Combat Aircraft (AMCA) prototype shows India' is trying to become self-reliant in critical defense technologies.
United News of India
11-07-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
Op Sindoor: Ajit Doval debunks international media claims, dares to provide proof of damage on Indian side
Chennai, July 11 (UNI) Debunking the claims in international media, especially The New York Times, over the reportage on Operation Sindoor, National Security Adviser Ajit Doval today dared them to provide at least one single image to prove that India suffered damages in the conflict with Pakistan. 'Foreign press has written that Pakistan had done this and that. You show me one image or photograph on damage on the Indian side, even a glass pane having been broken,' he said, challenging the western media narrative, while addressing the 62nd convocation of the Indian Institute of Technology – Madras here. 'Would they carry the images of the 13 airbases of Pakistan before and after May 10, whether it was Sargoda, Rahim Yar Khan or Chaklala at Rawalpindi. These days these imageries are from satellites all over the world. Has any image show damage on the Indian side? We hit their 13 airbases, including the one in Bholari where they have their AWACS control systems.' Doval said adding 'We have hit their 13 important airbases and no one except that. It was precise and pointed.' Describing the execution of Operation Sindoor as short and swift, which he claimed as unprecedented in the last 40 years, the NSA explained that 'The entire operation started at five minutes past one and was over at 28 minutes past one - 23 minutes. We are capable of doing that.' This drew huge applause from the audience. 'We identified nine terrorist targets across Pakistan, deep inside that country and not in the border areas. It was a criss-cross pattern but with surgical precision, we hit them without missing any one of them. We knew exactly where everyone was and no unintended site was attacked. It was a well-coordinated successful operation. And, satellite images tell the real story of what had happened,' he said countering the scepticism in the international media about the efficacy of Operation Sindoor. According to him Operation Sindoor marked a milestone in the deployment of indigenously developed military hardware and weapons. And in a push for self-reliance in the domain of technology, he said the country would completely indegenise its communication systems as it is essential to safeguard national security and for data protection. Describing Artificial Intelligence as a game changer, he underscored the need to adapt to emerging technologies and give up dependence on foreign sources. 'The Chinese, investing USD 300 billion, have taken 12 years to develop 5G. "Though we do not have the time or money, we have developed the indigenous alternative in just two and a half years and we owe this to our private sector", he added. Turning towards the country's deeper identity struggles, he said 'We have suffered a lot. Our ancestors have suffered. you belong to a civilisation, a country, which has been bled, dishonoured for a thousand years. Our pitras (forefathers) have suffered humiliation and hardships to keep alive the civilisation and the idea of the nation.' UNI XC GV 1745
GMA Network
01-07-2025
- Business
- GMA Network
Teodoro: PH military needs airborne warning, control system
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. said the Philippine military needs to obtain airborne warning and control system (AWACS) capability to make the multi-role fighter (MRF) jets, which the country plans to buy, operational. 'It is not only the purchase of the MRF per se which we need to deal with but also to make the MRFs operational as a force package, meaning to say we need the AWACS capability,' Teodoro said. 'A lot of countries have experienced the fact that they are realizing that they need AWACS, notwithstanding the fact that their satellite capability is not enough. We need tankers and we need sustainment,' he added. He pointed out that the Philippines must take into account that these assets need to be maintained and used with adequate stores, reserves, and munitions, which add to the cost of the package. Teodoro said the Department of National Defense is in constant coordination with the Department of Finance and the Department of Budget and Management for the continuity of funding available. According to him, the proposals for the purchase of MRFs are still being reviewed. Last week, Philippine Air Force (PAF) chief Lieutenant General Arthur Cordura said the country is not discounting the possibility of acquiring Japanese fighter jets in the future. ''Mitsubishi fighters, the Japanese-made multi-roles (fighter aircraft) are very potential platforms also. The selection for the multi-role will depend upon the appreciation of the department in terms of how these are incorporated, this can be effectively incorporated in the whole CADC (Comprehensive Archipelagic Defense Concept) concept ano,'' Cordura said. ''So it does not discount later, perhaps, platforms coming also from Japan if they will serve the purpose of our territorial defense plan,'' he added. —VAL, GMA Integrated News
India.com
26-06-2025
- Business
- India.com
China Arms Pakistan With J-35A Stealth Jets: Is India Ready For A Two-Front Missile War?
New Delhi: Pakistan's airpower ambitions are drawing global attention. Much like Iran's aggressive missile capabilities that recently rattled Israel, Islamabad is steadily enhancing its arsenal. And with Chinese support, its edge may soon sharpen further. Pakistan already fields a mix of Shaheen, Abdali, Ghaznavi, Ghauri and the long-range Shaheen-3 ballistic missiles – some capable of reaching targets over 2,500 kilometeres away. Now, Beijing is preparing to transfer its fifth-generation stealth fighter, the J-35A, to Islamabad. This aircraft's radar-evading profile, long-range strike capability and networked combat systems could pose new challenges for Indian defense planners. Experts warn that Islamabad could deploy the J-35A to bases in Skardu (Baltistan), Karach or Gwadar. From these forward locations, the aircraft could threaten critical Indian military infrastructure in Jammu, Rajasthan and Gujarat. Paired with Pakistan's Ra'ad-II cruise missiles, the J-35A would gain standoff attack capability – the ability to strike deep into Indian territory without entering contested airspace. The J-35A, based on China's FC-31 'Gyrfalcon', is a twin-engine, single-seat stealth fighter with a combat range of approximately 1,200 kilometres. It is expected to carry advanced Beyond Visual Range (BVR) missiles like the PL-15 or PL-17, offering strike radii of 200 to 300 kilometres. Its integration with drones, AWACS, and ground-based radars gives it a multi-domain warfare profile. If Pakistan acquires 30-40 units by 2028 as anticipated, its air force will gain a significant leap in strike and defense capabilities. The threat multiplies when considering a possible dual-front scenario. The J-35A's deployment alongside China's J-20 stealth jets near the LAC could force India into a two-theatre conflict posture. Experts believe that such developments demand urgent upgrades to India's air defense infrastructure. Enter Russia's S-500 'Prometheus' air defense system. A successor to the S-400, the S-500 is designed to counter advanced aerial threats. It can intercept ballistic missiles travelling at speeds of up to Mach 19, neutralise stealth aircraft using low-frequency radar and even take down satellites in low-earth orbit. Key features of the S-500 include: Ballistic Missile Defense: Capable of intercepting hypersonic projectiles at altitudes up to 200 km and ranges up to 600 km. Anti-Stealth Detection: The 91N6A(M) and 77N6-N/N1 interceptor missiles can track low-RCS targets like the J-35A at distances beyond 400 km. Anti-Satellite Capability: Can disable satellites used for ISR and missile guidance, disrupting networks that Pakistan might rely on. Multi-Target Engagement: Able to engage over ten aerial and ballistic targets simultaneously. Mobility: High-wheel platforms allow rapid deployment along both LoC and LAC. In May, during the peak of cross-border skirmishes, the S-400 showcased its prowess by downing a Pakistani AWACS 314 km inside enemy airspace. With the S-500, India could extend this coverage and neutralise threats before they even cross the border. India already possesses five regiments of the S-400. By supplementing them with 2-3 S-500 units, New Delhi can create an interlinked air defense grid. This could secure critical urban centres like Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru, as well as forward airbases and strategic installations. S-500 vs J-35A: Why India Needs It The S-500's radar and AI tracking system are designed to expose and lock onto stealth aircraft like the J-35A. Its multi-target engagement makes coordinated attacks using drones or AWACS less effective. It can intercept cruise and hypersonic missiles before they reach Indian airspace. Its satellite interception capacity threatens the ISR systems guiding Pakistani and Chinese operations. Military analysts caution that if India delays integrating the S-500 into its Integrated Air Defence Command (IADC), it risks falling behind. Pakistan's acquisition of the J-35A would tilt the balance. But if India acts decisively, it could nullify threats from both Islamabad and Beijing with a single system. The next few years may well determine whether India can stay ahead in an increasingly contested airspace.
