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Times of Oman
5 days ago
- Politics
- Times of Oman
Indian Army conducts trials of next-gen defence technologies under simulated operational conditions
New Delhi: The Indian Army is currently undertaking extensive Capacity Development Demonstrations at key locations across the country, including the Pokhran and Babina field firing ranges, and Joshimath, with dedicated Air Defence equipment demonstrations also scheduled at Agra and Gopalpur. These field trials are being conducted under near-combat conditions, integrating electronic warfare simulations to assess the performance of cutting-edge defence systems rigorously. On May 27, General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff, visited Babina Field Firing Ranges and reviewed the ongoing demonstrations and interacted with all stakeholders. According to a release issued by the Ministry of Defence, the demonstrations feature a wide array of advanced technologies developed under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, aimed at accelerating indigenous capability development. The trials mark a significant step in the Indian Army's roadmap for a "Decade of Transformation" and are designed to ensure rapid absorption of emerging technologies to meet evolving battlefield requirements. A large number of defence industry partners are taking part in the demonstration, reflecting the increasing synergy between the Indian Army and domestic manufacturers. According to the release, the key platforms undergoing evaluation include: Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), UAV Launched Precision Guided Munition (ULPGM), Runway Independent (RWI) Remotely Piloted Aerial Systems (RPAS), Counter-UAS Solutions, Loitering Munitions, Specialised Vertical Launch (SVL) Drones, Precision Multi-Munition Delivery Systems, Integrated Drone Detection and Interdiction System (IDDIS), Low-Level Light-Weight Radars, VSHORADS (Next Generation) IR Systems, Electronic Warfare (EW) Platforms.
Russia Today
28-05-2025
- Politics
- Russia Today
Indian Army shows off locally manufactured drones (VIDEO)
India's chief of army staff, General Upendra Dwivedi, witnessed demonstrations of homegrown unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), counter-drone technologies, and loitering munitions (also known as kamikaze drones) on Tuesday. The demonstrations took place at the Babina Field Firing Ranges in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, military officials said. 'These capabilities will significantly enhance operational efficiency, force protection and precision engagement across varied terrains,' the Indian Army said in a post on X. #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS witnessed cutting-edge demonstrations of indigenous UAS, Counter-UAS and Loitering Munitions on 27 May 2025 at Babina Field Firing capabilities will significantly enhance operational efficiency, force protection and precision… The role of kamikaze drones was hailed during the Indian Army's recent Operation Sindoor. According to official reports, the weapons allowed precise targeting of Pakistani military infrastructure. New Delhi said it was responding to a terrorist attack in India's Jammu and Kashmir federal territory in late April which killed 26 tourists. Islamabad has denied any involvement. The two states have been involved in a dispute over the territory for decades. The recent escalation unfolded on May 7; three days later, after a short but intense battle, India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire. During the conflict, New Delhi said that on the night of May 8-9, Islamabad launched around 300 drone attacks across 36 locations in India. Since then, India has taken a number of measures to bolster its defense capabilities. On Tuesday, Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh approved the 'execution model' for developing the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) with an investment of $175 million. AMCA is the South Asian country's ambitious project to develop a multi-role combat aircraft with stealth capabilities for the Air Force and Navy.
NDTV
28-05-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Video: Chief Of Army Staff Oversees Indigenous Weapons Demonstration
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh): Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi witnessed cutting-edge demonstrations of indigenous UAS, Counter-UAS and Loitering Munitions at Babina Field Firing Ranges. In a post on X, the Additional Directorate General of Public Information (ADGPI), Indian Army asserted on Tuesday that the capabilities will significantly enhance operational efficiency, force protection and precision engagement across varied terrains. "General Upendra Dwivedi, COAS, witnessed cutting-edge demonstrations of indigenous UAS, Counter-UAS and Loitering Munitions on 27 May 2025 at Babina Field Firing Ranges," the post stated. "These capabilities will significantly enhance operational efficiency, force protection and precision engagement across varied terrains," it added. #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS witnessed cutting-edge demonstrations of indigenous UAS, Counter-UAS and Loitering Munitions on 27 May 2025 at Babina Field Firing Ranges. These capabilities will significantly enhance operational efficiency, force protection and precision… — ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) May 28, 2025 Meanwhile, the Indian army has released a booklet to its personnel on Operation Sindoor, showing the operations room from where the military top brass monitored the operation against Pakistan. The image released by the Indian army displays Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi, Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi and Air Force Chief Marshal AP Singh leading the operation. Operation Sindoor was India's decisive military response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. Launched on May 7, Operation Sindoor led to the death of over 100 terrorists affiliated with terror outfits like the Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen. After the attack, Pakistan retaliated with cross-border shelling across the Line of Control and Jammu and Kashmir as well as attempted drone attacks along the border regions, following which India launched a coordinated attack and damaged radar infrastructure, communication centres, and airfields across 11 airbases in Pakistan. After this, on May 10, an understanding of the cessation of hostilities between India and Pakistan was announced.
