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India.com
14-05-2025
- Business
- India.com
This company manufactures S-400 which was used in Operation Sindoor, the name of the company is..., it is based in...
This company manufactures S-400 which was used in Operation Sindoor, the name of the company is..., it is based in... Amidst the tension between India and Pakistan, everyone heard one name – S-400. Actually, S-400 is a missile defense system that India uses. This system destroyed the drones and missiles sent by Pakistan in the air itself. This system is one of the top defense systems in the world. It has been made by Russia, so today we will know about the company that made this system. S-400 has been made by Russia's Almaz-Antey. This company has made its mark worldwide by making technologies like air defense systems and cruise missiles. Almaz-Antey was established in 2002 on the orders of the President of Russia. It was formed by the merger of two big military companies – NPO Almaz and Antey Corporation. Its headquarter is in Moscow and according to the 2017 report, the company had defense sales of $ 9.125 billion, making it the eighth largest defense company in the world. What does this company make? Almaz-Antey mainly manufactures weapons, missile systems, radars and artillery shells for air defense systems, aircraft and armored vehicles. Apart from this, the company also manufactures products for the civil sector. These include air traffic control systems, weather radars, navigation systems, ventilation valves for nuclear plants, plastic packaging etc. Company has also been in controversies In 2003, the company's director general Igor Klimov was murdered, the investigation of which revealed that it was a matter related to the property audit going on within the company. In 2014, due to the Ukraine crisis, the US imposed strict economic sanctions on this company. After this, after the Russia-Ukraine war in 2022, the European Union also put the company on the sanctions list. Almaz-Antey is completely under the Russian government. Its 100% shares are owned by the Federal Agency for State Property Management.
Express Tribune
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Did Modi inadvertently confirm Pakistan's S-400 claim?
Listen to article India's Prime Minister Modi posed in front of an S-400 missile launcher during a visit to the Adampur airbase on Tuesday, a move Indian media framed as a 'fact-check' of Pakistan's claim that it had neutralised two of the advanced systems during Operation Bunyanum Marsoos. But the photo-op may have inadvertently lent weight to Pakistan's assertion — precisely because of what was missing in the image. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), US-based South Asia expert Christopher Clary noted that while there is still no concrete evidence of Pakistani success against the S-400, Pakistan would be 'at least as likely if not more likely to target the command centre or the radar than they are the launcher' of the air defence system. I don't think there's any real evidence of Pakistani success against the S-400 but on the other hand presumably Pakistan is at least as likely if not more likely to target the command center or the radar than they are the launcher. Perhaps those systems are in other photos. — Christopher Clary (@clary_co) May 13, 2025 In a subsequent post, he shared photos of an S-400 command and control centre destroyed in the Ukraine war, alongside two radar vehicles commonly paired with the system. For people with more time than I have today, here is a 2023 photo of a reported S-400 command and control center destroyed in the Ukraine war and here is a photo of two different styles of radar vehicles previously associated with the S-400. — Christopher Clary (@clary_co) May 13, 2025 The S-400 Triumph, known by NATO as the SA-21 Growler, is a long-range, surface-to-air missile system developed by Russia's Almaz-Antey. According to a TRT World Research Centre explainer, the system is designed to detect and destroy aircraft, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles. A 2021 research paper titled 'India's Acquisition of the S-400 Air Defence System', published in the Journal of Indo-Pacific Affairs, states that each S-400 system includes two batteries. Each battery comprises a command-and-control unit, one surveillance radar, one engagement radar, and four launch trucks referred to as 'transporter–erector–launchers.'
India.com
10-05-2025
- Politics
- India.com
When was India's defense shield S-400 purchased, which government took the initiative?
When was India's defense shield S-400 purchased, which government took the initiative? The Indian military on Saturday refuted all Pakistan's claim that its hypersonic missiles fired from JF-17 fighter jets destroyed India's S-400 air defence system in Adampur. Pakistan's state-run PTV earlier reported that Pakistan Air Force's hypersonic missiles destroyed the S-400 system in Adampur. S-400 has not only protected India from immediate threats but has also strengthened India's strategic power on the global stage. It has become an important part of India's defense in depth strategy. India's defence armour S-400 air defence system was purchased from Russia in 2018. This was initiated by the government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, when India ignored the pressure of US and signed an agreement to buy five units from Russia. The deal was done for about $ 5.43 billion. The S-400 air defense system has become an important and strong shield in India's security shield. This system has become an impenetrable security for Indian borders amid air-based challenges from countries like Pakistan and China. Recently, incidents of drones sent from Pakistan being shot down in the air have come to light, in which the role of S-400 has been important. In such a situation, it is important to know when this system was made, which government bought it and why did India need it? Along with this, we will also know how and for how much it was bought. The S-400 air defence system was developed by Russian government-controlled company Almaz-Antey. Its production began in the 1990s and it was first inducted into the Russian army in 2007. The system became operational during the reign of then-President Vladimir Putin and quickly became the centre of Russia's military power. The system is an upgraded version of the S-300, which has the ability to track and destroy enemy missiles, drones and fighter jets from a distance of 400 kilometres. Why was there a need for S-400? India has always faced a dual challenge from Pakistan and China. There is a constant threat of drone, suicide and missile attacks from across the border from Pakistan. At the same time, tension and infiltration incidents are increasing on the LAC (Line of Actual Control) with China. India needed an air defense system that can detect the threat from a distance and neutralize it in seconds. The S-400's multi-tracking capability, high-range missiles and fast reaction time make it suitable for India's needs. How was the S-400 purchased? Talks between India and Russia regarding S-400 started in the year 2015. At that time Narendra Modi's government was at the center and the deal was given priority under the supervision of National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. India signed an agreement with Russia in 2018 to buy 5 units of this system. During this time, America warned of imposing strict sanctions (CAATSA), but India gave priority to strategic strength and made a deal with Russia. How much was S-400 purchased for? India bought 5 S-400 units from Russia for around $5.43 billion (about Rs 39,000 crore). This defense agreement is one of the most expensive deals in India's history. The cost of one unit is more than $1 billion. Its delivery started in December 2021 and so far India has received three units. The remaining two units will also be delivered to India soon. How does S-400 work? The S-400 has four different missile series with ranges of 40, 120, 250 and 400 kilometres. Its multi-function radar, automatic command post and tracking system can simultaneously track 36 targets and target 72. It can also recognise altitude, speed and technologically advanced targets. There were many attempts from Pakistan to send drones in the border areas of Punjab, Jammu and Rajasthan, which India shot down in the air. In these incidents, S-400 identified the drones from a distance and destroyed them. This system has been specially deployed in those areas where there is a high risk of infiltration or drone attacks from Pakistan.
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First Post
09-05-2025
- Business
- First Post
How India fought the US for the ‘Sudarshan Chakra' which foiled Pakistan's attack
India on Thursday foiled multiple attacks from Pakistan thanks to the Triumf S-400 made by Russia. But did you know that India had to fight the US to buy the Triumf, which is famed for being one of the world's best surface-to-air missile systems? Here's how New Delhi defied Washington and made a deal with Moscow read more Indian officials have named the S-400 air defence system the 'Sudarshan Chakra'. Reuters On Thursday, India foiled multiple attacks from Pakistan. First there was the attack in the early hours of Thursday in which Pakistan targeted 15 locations in northern and western India. Then there was the attack on with missiles and drones in Jammu and other locations late on Thursday. The heart of India's defences was the Triumf S-400 air defence system – which Indian officials have nicknamed the 'Sudarshan Chakra.' Interestingly, India went up against the US in order to purchase the S-400 on Russia. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Let's take a closer look: What we know India had in 2018 agreed to purchase five Triumf squadrons – each comprising 16 vehicles – from Russia at a cost of $5 billion (Rs 35,000 crore). Manufactured by Russia's Almaz-Antey corporation, the Triumf is famed for being one of the world's best surface-to-air missile systems. It is even used by China – which first purchased it in 2014. Catch LIVE updates on India-Pakistan conflict . However, the US spent years pressuring India not to go through with the deal. As per Business Today, the US in 2018 warned that India could potentially face sanctions under the Countering America's Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (Caatsa) for its purchase of the S-400. The Caatsa was passed into law in August 2017 – during President Donald Trump's first term. It levied sanctions on Iran, Russia, and North Korea and countries doing business with them. President Donald Trump. AP File This was the result of Russia annexing of Crimea in 2014 and allegedly meddling in the 2016 US presidential elections. When it came to Russia, it specifically imposed sanctions on those buying major hardware from Moscow. Washington instead tried to sell India its MIM-104 Patriot and the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) systems. The US claimed that Russian hardware would undermine defence interoperability between the two nations. What did India do? As per The Tribune, India in September 2018 signed the Communications, Compatibility and Security Agreement (Comcasa) agreement with the US. The deal allowed for military information to be shared in real-time between the two nations. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Then, in October 2018, India ignored the warnings from the US and signed the S-400 deal with Russia. 'Both sides welcomed the conclusion of the contract for the supply of the S-400 long-range surface-to-air missile system to India,' the joint statement after a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin read. India also had its counter-argument ready for the US. Nirmala Sitharaman, at the time defence minister, defended the deal. PTI Nirmala Sitharaman, who was the Defence Minister at the time, said, 'We have told the US Congress delegation (that visited India) that it is a US law and not a UN law.' Asked if the law did not apply to India, Sitharaman responded, 'Of course, it does not.' The US went on the defensive immediately. 'The intent of Caatsa is to impose costs on Russia and is not intended to impose damage to the military capabilities of our allies (India)… The waiver authority is not a blanket waiver. Waivers are considered on transaction basis. We cannot prejudge any sanction decisions,' its statement read. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The US in December 2020 imposed sanctions on Turkey under the Caatsa for buying the S-400 from Russia. But India wasn't deterred. How India stood up to the US As per Business Today, India simply refused to back down. Officials said no foreign law could influence India's decision given the prevailing scenario with Pakistan and China. Officials thought that the S-400 would be key to India protecting and controlling its airspace. The S-400's performance over the past couple of days has proved that India made the right decision. The S-400 Triumf is considered one of the world's best surface-to-air missile (SAM) systems. AP India's purchase of the S-400 is also relevant in light of the fact that Russia remains the biggest weapon supplier to India. As per Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), Russia still comprises over a third (36 per cent) of India's arms imports. Aftermath In January 2022, the United States House of Representatives passed an amendment granting India a waiver from Caatsa sanctions. The historic amendment was written and introduced by Indian-American Congressman Ro Khanna. Khanna said, 'The United States must stand with India in the face of escalating aggression from China. As Vice Chair of the India Caucus, I have been working to strengthen the partnership between our countries and ensure that India can defend itself along the Indian Chinese border. This amendment is of the utmost importance, and I am proud to see it pass the House on a bipartisan basis.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'My bipartisan NDAA amendment marks the most significant piece of legislation for US-India relations out of Congress since the US-India nuclear deal.' However, the US Senate is yet to pass the amendment. With inputs from agencies
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
How India used S-400 Sudarshan Chakra defence system to take down Pakistani drones, missiles
NEW DELHI: On the intervening night of May 7 and 8, India used the S-400 Sudarshan Chakra defence system to take down Pakistani drones and missiles fired towards 15 Indian cities, thwarting Islamabad's attempt to damage military installations . Tired of too many ads? go ad free now S-400 Sudarshan Chakra air defence missile systems were fired last night against targets moving towards India. The targets were successfully neutralised in the operation, multiple domain experts told news agency ANI. India's Integrated Counter-UAS Grid and Air Defence systems successfully neutralised multiple attempted attacks, preventing any damage to Indian assets. Officials confirmed that debris from Pakistani drones and missiles was recovered at several locations, serving as concrete evidence of the assault. What is S-400 Sudarshan Chakra? The S-400 "Sudarshan Chakra" is an Indian name given to the S-400 Triumf air defence missile system acquired from Russia. The term "Sudarshan Chakra" draws from the Epic Mahabharata, symbolising precision, speed, and lethal capability, qualities that closely reflect the S-400's operational strengths. Developed by Russia's Almaz-Antey, the S-400 is among the most advanced long-range surface-to-air missile systems in the world. India signed a $5.43 billion deal with Russia in 2018 to procure five S-400 units, with the first system deployed in Punjab in 2021 to bolster defences against threats from Pakistan and China. The S-400 can engage aerial targets at ranges of up to 400 km and detect threats as far as 600 km away. It supports four different types of missiles, enabling it to target everything from aircraft and drones to cruise and ballistic missiles. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Equipped with sophisticated phased-array radar, the system can track over 100 targets simultaneously and is mounted on mobile launchers for rapid repositioning. The deployment of the S-400 significantly strengthens India's multi-layered air defence capabilities, offering a strategic edge in protecting key military and civilian assets. It is widely regarded as a game-changer in South Asia's aerial defence landscape. During a press briefing on May 7, the government had described its retaliatory strikes under as 'focused, measured, and non-escalatory,' emphasising that no Pakistani military installations were targeted. However, following Pakistan's Wednesday escalation, the Indian Armed Forces responded proportionately, striking Pakistani air defence systems, including one in Lahore, which was effectively neutralised.
