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13 Feb

India will not miss any opportunity to become leading defence sector player: Modi at Aero India 2023

Bengaluru, Feb 13 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi Monday inaugurated Asia's biggest Aero India show 2023 at the Yelahanka Airbase in Bengaluru, and said the country will not let go of any opportunity nor spare any effort to become a leading defence sector player. Addressing the gathering of defence ministers, Chief Of Defence Staffs and dignitaries from various countries, PM Modi said that 21st Century India will not let go of any opportunity to become the leading defence sector player. PM Modi also stated that by 2024-25, the Indian defence exports are going to be five billion dollars. He explained that…

15 Jan

Rajnath Singh recalls bravery of armed forces on 75th Army Day

New Delhi, Jan 15 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday recalled the bravery of the armed forces during 1962, 1965, 1971, 1999 wars and the recent incidents in Galwan and Tawang while noting that "all the three wings of the services have always discharged their duties with efficiency from time-to-time". He said the spirit and bravery of the soldiers has not only enhanced India's respect around the world but also increased faith in the hearts of all Indians. The Minister said this in Bengaluru while speaking on the occasion of 75th Army Day and paid glowing tributes to Field Marshal…

09 Jan

India has robust defence manufacturing ecosystem: Rajnath

New Delhi, Jan 9 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Monday that for India's growing defence industrial capabilities, efforts are being made towards enhancing manufacturing capabilities, particularly in the emerging areas of drones, cyber-tech, Artificial Intelligence, radars, etc. He said that a robust defence manufacturing ecosystem has been created which has led to the emergence of India as a leading defence exporter in recent years. The defence exports have grown by eight times in the last five years and now India is exporting to over 75 countries. Singh said this at 'Ambassadors' Roundtable conference' for the forthcoming Aero India 2023,…

13 Dec

India has firm control on 17,000-ft peak in Arunachal, Rajnath holds high-level meet

New Delhi, Dec 13 (IANS) After a clash between the Indian Army and Chinese PLA on 17,000-ft high peak in Arunachal Pradesh, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a high-level meeting with the NSA, Army chief and CDS. Sources have said that India was firmly in control of 17,000-ft high peak in Arunachal At ground zero the commanders of both Indian and Chinese armies held a flag meeting. According to the Indian Army, India has firm control of the peak, and now both sides have disengaged from the area. The clashes between the Indian and Chinese troops had erupted on December 9.…

05 Feb

HAL’s LUH (Army Variant) Receives IOC

Bengaluru: The Light Utility Helicopter (LUH) received the Initial Operational Clearance (IOC) for the Indian Army from CEMILAC here today at the Aero India 2021 in the presence of Defence Minister, Mr. Rajnath Singh. Mr R Madhavan, CMD, HAL said the thrust is being given by HAL for indigenous R&D programmes towards self-reliance and enhancing operational effectiveness of Armed Forces. Mr Arup Chatterjee, Director (Engg. and R&D), stated that, the performance of the basic helicopter in all terrains and under all weather conditions is satisfactory. HAL is currently in the phase of integrating and flight-testing mission role equipment on LUH. HAL…

21 Oct

DRDO releases new procurement manual to boost Industry participation

New Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday released the Procurement Manual 2020 for the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). This move is aimed at encouraging more participation by Indian industry, including start-ups and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, in research and development (R&D) for achieving self-reliance. Singh said,"The new DRDO procurement manual will facilitate the indigenous defence industry by simplifying the processes and ensure their participation in design and development activities." He lauded the contribution of all the DRDO officials and the finance wing in the Defence Ministry for their contribution in bringing out the revised procurement manual. The…

25 Aug

DRDO identifies 108 systems and subsystems for industry to design, develop

New Delhi: Responding to the clarion call of 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat', the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) said on Monday that 108 systems and subsystems would be developed in India, thus strengthening the indigenous defence ecosystem. A DRDO delegation has met Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to apprise him about the 108 systems and subsystems which have been identified for designing and development by the Indian industry only. This initiative will pave the way for the Indian defence industry to develop many technologies towards building an 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat'. DRDO will also provide support to the industries for design, development and testing…

15 Oct

Rajnath pushes for indigenisation of defence equipment

New Delhi: Pushing for indigenisation, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday urged scientists in the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) to establish a system in India where all defence equipment can be manufactured in the country.He said, "DRDO has empowered the country with cutting edge technology." Singh, addressing the 41st DRDO Directors Conference in Delhi, said that despite various restrictions and limited capabilities, DRDO has succeeded in developing a variety of systems, products and technologies needed to enhance the forces. Urging to reduce dependency on imports of defence facilities, the Defence Minister said, "We will have to focus on…