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Economic Times
6 days ago
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- Economic Times
MALE drone better than Predator, Brahmos, radar: Indian armed forces to get Rs 67,000 crore booster. Here's what's coming
Synopsis India's defence ministry has approved ₹67,000 crore in modernisation proposals, including the acquisition of 87 armed heavy-duty drones and over 110 BrahMos missiles. These procurements aim to bolster strike and surveillance capabilities across the armed forces. The domestically produced drones and missiles will enhance India's defence capabilities and reduce reliance on foreign suppliers. AI generated image used for representation The defence ministry on Tuesday approved modernisation proposals worth ₹67,000 crore, including the procurement of 87 armed heavy-duty drones and over 110 air-launched BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles. The weapons cleared under the 'acceptance of necessity' (AoN) by the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, are aimed at strengthening strike and surveillance capabilities across all three armed forces. The Indian Air Force had used BrahMos missiles and Israeli-origin kamikaze drones during recent hostilities with Pakistan in May under Operation Sindoor. The 87 new drones, capable of returning to base after strike missions, are intended to speed up induction compared to the 31 MQ-9B Predator drones from the US, which will only be delivered in 2029–30. According to defence ministry officials and reports from the Times of India: 87 armed medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) remotely-piloted aircraft Equipped with air-to-ground missiles and laser-guided bombs To be produced in India with 60% indigenous content via a foreign partnership Estimated cost: ₹20,000 crore, plus ₹11,000 crore for 10-year logistical and OEM support Over 110 air-launched BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles Range: 450 km, speed: Mach 2.8 Estimated cost: ₹10,800 crore Operated in combination with Sukhoi-30MKI fighter jets Eight BrahMos fire control systems and vertical launchers for older Indian warships Estimated cost: ₹650 crore Intended for warships not yet fitted with the BrahMos system Around 20 frontline warships, including the latest destroyers and frigates, are already armed with the BrahMos missiles New thermal imager-based driver night-sights for BMP infantry combat vehicles To enhance night driving and mobility of mechanised infantry Compact autonomous surface crafts for the Navy For detection, classification and neutralisation of underwater threats during anti-submarine warfare missions Upgrade of older Israeli Barak-1 point defence missile systems on warships Specialised mountain radars for the Indian Air Force To improve air surveillance along northern borders with China Upgrade of the Saksham (Israeli-origin Spyder) anti-aircraft missile system Current range: 15 km Aimed at enhancing air defence capabilities Sustenance support for US-origin C-17 and C-130J aircraft fleets Comprehensive annual maintenance contract for Russian S-400 long-range air defence missile systems The MALE drones, which come with intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) and strike capabilities, are expected to be inducted faster than the MQ-9B Predator HALE (high-altitude, long-endurance) drones ordered from the US for ₹32,350 crore in October last year, which will be delivered only in the 2029–30 timeframe. Officials said the need for such systems was evident during Operation India had previously used Israeli-origin Harop and Harpy drones as kamikaze systems during cross-border operations, the new drones will offer reusable strike capability and long-range endurance. The BrahMos missile, jointly developed by India and Russia, has become the primary conventional precision-strike weapon for the armed forces. The missile has been deployed on warships, aircraft and mobile launchers, with cumulative contracts exceeding ₹58,000 crore to March 2023, the ministry signed a ₹19,519 crore deal for over 220 BrahMos missiles for frontline warships. About 20 frontline Indian warships, including the latest destroyers and frigates, are already equipped with the system.(With inputs from TOI)
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First Post
6 days ago
- Business
- First Post
Indian Armed Forces to make high-value procurements worth Rs 67,000 cr
From BrahMos fire control systems for Navy to SAKSHAM/SPYDER weapon system for the Indian Air Force and Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) drones for all services, several procurements have been green lit post Operation Sindoor read more India's Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, on Tuesday (August 5) announced the approvals of a series of high-value procurement proposals totalling approximately Rs 67,000 crore. The procurements are aimed at modernising the Army, Navy and Air Force. The Indian Army received Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for the acquisition of thermal imager‑based driver night sights for its BMP armoured vehicles, a move expected to give a boost to nocturnal mobility and combat readiness for mechanised infantry units. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In a statement emphasising its strategic intent, the DAC declared that enhanced night‑vision capability would provide 'higher mobility and operational advantage' under low‑visibility conditions. For the Indian Navy, AoN was granted for the procurement of Compact Autonomous Surface Craft, BrahMos fire control systems and launchers, in addition to the upgrade of the BARAK‑1 point‑defence missile system. The surface craft are intended to bolster anti‑submarine warfare capabilities by detecting, classifying and neutralising maritime threats. The council also accorded approval to procure mountain radars and upgrade the SAKSHAM/SPYDER weapon system for the Indian Air Force, with a view to improving air surveillance across mountainous border regions and integrating air defence assets with the Integrated Air Command and Control System. In a major boost to unmanned systems capability, AoN was secured for the procurement of Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPAs) across all three services. Capable of carrying multiple payloads and operating at extended ranges, these drones are expected to enhance 24/7 surveillance and combat readiness. Furthermore, the Defence Acquisition Council also approved sustenance programmes for the C‑17 and C‑130J transport aircraft fleets, as well as a comprehensive annual maintenance contract for the S‑400 Long Range Air Defence Missile System, ensuring continued operational availability of these critical platforms. The DAC approval comes after the Indian Armed Forces launched Operation Sindoor, which included precise airstrikes on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in response to the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22.
Economic Times
6 days ago
- Business
- Economic Times
Mountain radars, SPYDER system & more: Defence Ministry clears Rs 67,000 cr proposals to give a boost to armed forces
Synopsis On August 5, 2025, the Defence Acquisition Council approved proposals worth approximately Rs 67,000 crore. These include thermal imagers for BMPs, autonomous surface craft, BrahMos systems, and upgrades to BARAK-1 for the Army and Navy. Additionally, mountain radars, SPYDER system upgrades for the Air Force, and MALE RPAs for all three services were approved, enhancing surveillance and combat capabilities. PTI The defence ministry on Tuesday cleared key military projects including procurement of long endurance drones and missile systems at a cost of around Rs 67,000 crore. The projects were approved by the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. For the Indian Navy, approval was accorded for the procurement of compact autonomous surface craft, BrahMos fire control system and launchers and upgradation of BARAK-1 point defence missile system, the defence ministry the Indian Navy, AoN was accorded for the procurement of Compact Autonomous Surface Craft, BrahMos Fire Control System & Launchers and Upgradation of BARAK-1 Point Defence Missile System. The procurement of Compact Autonomous Surface Craft will provide the capability to the Indian Navy for detection, classification and neutralisation of threats in anti-submarine warfare missions. For the Indian Air Force, AoN for procurement of Mountain Radars and Upgradation of SAKSHAM/SPYDER Weapon System was accorded. The procurement of mountain radars will enhance the air surveillance capability along and across the borders in the mountainous region. The upgradation of SAKSHAM/SPYDER System for integration with Integrated Air Command and Control System will enhance the Air Defence capability. AoN was also accorded for procurement of Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPAs) for the three Services. The proposed MALE RPAs can carry multiple payloads & weapons and operate at longer ranges for long endurance missions. They will significantly enhance round-the-clock surveillance and combat capability of the Armed addition, DAC has also accorded AoN for sustenance of C-17 and C-130J fleets and comprehensive annual maintenance contract of S-400 Long Range Air Defence Missile System.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Mountain radars, SPYDER system & more: Defence Ministry clears Rs 67,000 cr proposals to give a boost to armed forces
The defence ministry on Tuesday cleared key military projects including procurement of long endurance drones and missile systems at a cost of around Rs 67,000 crore. The projects were approved by the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh . Productivity Tool Zero to Hero in Microsoft Excel: Complete Excel guide By Metla Sudha Sekhar View Program Finance Introduction to Technical Analysis & Candlestick Theory By Dinesh Nagpal View Program Finance Financial Literacy i e Lets Crack the Billionaire Code By CA Rahul Gupta View Program Digital Marketing Digital Marketing Masterclass by Neil Patel By Neil Patel View Program Finance Technical Analysis Demystified- A Complete Guide to Trading By Kunal Patel View Program Productivity Tool Excel Essentials to Expert: Your Complete Guide By Study at home View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals Batch 2 By Ansh Mehra View Program For the Indian Navy, approval was accorded for the procurement of compact autonomous surface craft , BrahMos fire control system and launchers and upgradation of BARAK-1 point defence missile system, the defence ministry said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Top 15 Most Beautiful Women in the World Undo For the Indian Navy, AoN was accorded for the procurement of Compact Autonomous Surface Craft, BrahMos Fire Control System & Launchers and Upgradation of BARAK-1 Point Defence Missile System. The procurement of Compact Autonomous Surface Craft will provide the capability to the Indian Navy for detection, classification and neutralisation of threats in anti-submarine warfare missions. For the Indian Air Force, AoN for procurement of Mountain Radars and Upgradation of SAKSHAM/SPYDER Weapon System was accorded. The procurement of mountain radars will enhance the air surveillance capability along and across the borders in the mountainous region. The upgradation of SAKSHAM/SPYDER System for integration with Integrated Air Command and Control System will enhance the Air Defence capability. Live Events AoN was also accorded for procurement of Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPAs) for the three Services. The proposed MALE RPAs can carry multiple payloads & weapons and operate at longer ranges for long endurance missions. They will significantly enhance round-the-clock surveillance and combat capability of the Armed Forces. In addition, DAC has also accorded AoN for sustenance of C-17 and C-130J fleets and comprehensive annual maintenance contract of S-400 Long Range Air Defence Missile System.
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First Post
11-07-2025
- Business
- First Post
India's defence orders soar post-Operation Sindoor, acquisitions fast-tracked with Rs 400 bn push
The fast-tracked acquisitions will ensure the enhancement of the military's operational readiness across key domains. The MoD recently approved the 13 contracts under EP of Rs 20 billion for various platforms read more Advertisement Indian Army shows a demonstration of how Indian Air Defence systems saved the Golden Temple in Amritsar and cities of Punjab from Pakistani missile and drone attacks. X/@ANI India has set the stage to witness a record-breaking year of defence acquisitions after the Ministry of Defence (MoD) greenlit emergency procurement (EP) contracts worth Rs 400 billion post Operation Sindoor. The fast-tracked acquisitions will ensure the enhancement of the military's operational readiness across key domains. The MoD recently approved the 13 contracts under EP of Rs 20 billion for various platforms, while the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has authorised Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for 10 proposals worth Rs 1,050 billion. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'These procurements will provide higher mobility, effective air defence, better supply chain management and augment the operational preparedness of the Armed Forces,' the ministry said in a statement. June saw the most clearances India's defence is moving at a fast pace, with the ministry clearing a number of high-value contracts and projects in June alone, indicating a new phase of rapid and strategic capability enhancement. Some of these contracts include 10 proposals worth Rs 1,050 billion that have been accorded for AoN by DAC, 13 contracts for emergency procurement of Rs 19.8 billion and the acquisitions of 155mm precision-guided munitions for howitzers. Private sector gets a boost Amid growing emphasis on strengthening domestic defence capabilities, the government is focusing on using its purchasing power to drive indigenous production. Authorities have reached out to industry bodies and private defence firms to encourage greater involvement in manufacturing critical military equipment. In the context of Operation Sindoor, this push is expected to prioritise the production of artillery guns, missiles, loitering and precision-guided munitions, and military-grade drones. According to a report by the Indian Express, the government is likely to expand a model where public sector undertakings (PSUs) lead research and development, sometimes in partnership with private firms, while production is handed over to private companies. This approach was used for the DRDO-designed 5.56x45mm CQB Carbine, now being produced by Bharat Forge after a tender. For drones, the plan is to identify up to five civilian drone makers with the potential to scale up to military-grade production, and support them with technology partnerships and guidance on future orders.
