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Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Warships, missiles and spy planes: Here's what Rs 1 lakh crore is buying for Indian armed forces
The Defence Ministry has approved a major military upgrade. It involves projects worth over ₹1 lakh crore. The projects include warships, missile systems, and surveillance aircraft. The Indian Navy will get mine countermeasure vessels. The Army and Air Force will receive quick-reaction missile systems. The Air Force will also get intelligence and surveillance aircraft. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Warship project gets biggest share Quick-reaction air defence for Army and Air Force Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Precision surveillance aircraft for Air Force New underwater and naval systems approved Other systems and integrated inventory upgrades In a major push towards military modernisation, the Ministry of Defence has approved the first step of procurement for ten major projects worth over ₹1 lakh crore. The preliminary approvals, known as Acceptance of Necessity (AoN), cover a range of equipment including warships, missile systems, and surveillance aircraft. These projects are part of efforts to strengthen India's defence preparedness across land, air, and largest of the approved projects is for the indigenous construction of 12 Mine Countermeasure Vessels (MCMVs), estimated to cost ₹44,000 crore. According to official sources quoted by TOI, the vessels will take around ten years to build. Each ship, weighing around 900 to 1,000 tonnes, will be equipped to detect and neutralise underwater mines that may threaten shipping lanes and the Indian Navy does not have dedicated minesweeping ships and uses limited clip-on systems on existing vessels. This new project aims to fill that gap, especially as maritime activity increases in the Indian Ocean Region, including joint naval activities by China and Defence Ministry has also approved a ₹36,000 crore procurement of Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air Missile (QRSAM) systems. These DRDO-developed systems will be deployed in three regiments for the Army and three squadrons for the Air missiles are capable of intercepting enemy aircraft, drones, and helicopters within a 30-kilometre range. According to defence sources, the Army Air Defence (AAD) requires 11 QRSAM regiments in total. These systems are expected to enhance India's air defence network, which played a role in Operation Sindoor against drones and missiles used during hostilities from May 7 to May approval covers the purchase of three ISTAR (intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition and reconnaissance) aircraft, with a budget of ₹10,000 crore. These aircraft will support high-precision targeting by detecting enemy positions and assets on the platforms will carry DRDO-developed sensors, including synthetic aperture radars and optical imaging systems. These systems will give the Indian Air Force real-time intelligence and greater awareness of enemy movements and Ministry has also cleared a proposal to procure semi-submersible autonomous vessels for surveillance. These ISR (intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance) platforms will be developed under the Make-II category, which means they will be built by industry with no upfront government more naval approvals include super rapid gun mounts (SRGMs)—the 76mm main guns used on surface ships—and DRDO-designed moored naval mines that can be triggered by sound, magnetic, or pressure signals when enemy ships pass close clearances include the procurement of armoured recovery vehicles and electronic warfare systems aimed at increasing operational support and battlefield endurance. A tri-Service integrated inventory management system has also been approved to improve coordination and logistics among the Army, Navy, and Air specific dates have been announced for when these projects will be finalised. As per the Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP), each AoN must go through multiple steps including technical assessment, financial approvals, and vendor selection.(With inputs from TOI)
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First Post
6 days ago
- Business
- First Post
India clears Rs 1 lakh cr defence purchases: spy planes, minesweepers, and missile systems get nod
The projects include specialised spy aircraft and advanced minesweepers to quick-reaction air defence missiles and underwater autonomous vessels read more Defence Minister Rajnath Singh with MoS Sanjay Seth during the flagging off ceremony of 'Sanjay' Battlefield Surveillance System (BSS) at South Block. PTI India's defence ministry on Thursday (July 3) okayed three major and seven smaller acquisition projects, with a total worth of INR 1 lakh crore ($11.7 billion). The projects include specialised spy aircraft and advanced minesweepers to quick-reaction air defence missiles and underwater autonomous vessels, reported Times of India. Notably, the ministry has only given a preliminary nod or 'acceptance of necessity' so far, which is just the first step in the arduous and long acquisition process. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD One of the biggest projects to secure the nod is the indigenous construction of 12 mine countermeasure vessels (MCMVs) for around Rs 44,000 crore ($5.14 billion), which will take about a decade to materialise. These warships would be able to detect, track and destroy underwater mines installed by enemy forces. At a time when Pakistan and China are increasingly expanding maritime co-operation, developing the MCMVs is crucial to secure India's maritime boundaries and commercial shipping. Quick reaction surface to air missile (QRSAM) The second major project involves the Rs 36,000 crore ($4.2 billion) acquisition of quick reaction surface-to-air missile (QRSAM) systems, developed by DRDO, comprising three regiments for the Army and three squadrons for the Indian Air Force. The Army Air Defence (AAD) has identified a need for 11 such regiments. These highly mobile QRSAMs, designed to neutralise hostile fighter jets, helicopters, and drones at ranges up to 30 km, will enhance India's multi-layered air defence network, which proved vital during Operation Sindoor in countering Turkish-origin drones and Chinese missiles launched by Pakistan from May 7-10. ISTAR aircraft The third significant project is the Rs 10,000 crore ($1.17 billion) procurement of three ISTAR (intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance) aircraft. These planes, equipped with DRDO-developed indigenous sensors like synthetic aperture radars, electro-optical, and infrared systems, will enable precise targeting of high-value enemy ground targets by fighter jets and missiles, providing real-time actionable intelligence on enemy infrastructure, troop build-ups, and movements. Another approved project involves semi-submersible autonomous vessels for ISR missions, acquired under the 'Make-II' category, where industry funds prototype development. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Additionally, two naval projects were greenlit: the procurement of super-rapid gun mounts (SRGMs), the primary 76mm guns for warships, through competitive bidding, and DRDO-developed 'processor-based moored mines' that detonate by detecting an enemy warship's acoustic, magnetic, or pressure signatures.
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Time of India
Armed With BrahMos Missiles, INS Tamal Set To Join Indian Navy's Western Command in Russia
The Indian Navy is set to commission INS Tamal, a multi-role stealth guided missile frigate, during a high-profile ceremony in Kaliningrad, Russia. The last Indian warship to be constructed overseas, INS Tamal features indigenous weapons like the BrahMos supersonic missile, the DRDO-developed HUMSA sonar, and advanced air defence systems. This Tushil-class warship will serve under the Western Naval Command, covering high-stakes zones including Karachi and the Arabian Sea. Armed with the SHTIL air defence system, AK-630 CIWS, RBU-6000 ASW launcher, and EO/IR tracking systems, Tamal is a deadly platform for sea control and anti-submarine warfare. Its deployment marks a significant step in Indo-Russian defence ties and adds a new dimension to India's naval dominance.#instamal #indiannavy #kaliningradcommissioning #brahmos #tushilclassfrigate #indiandefence #indianaval #westerncommand #navaldefence #drdo #airdefencesystem #toi #toibharat #bharat #breakingnews #indianews Read More
Time of India
02-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Deep drone attacks in Russia hold key lessons for India
Strikes deep inside Russia that took down several of its strategic bombers and targeted air bases that were almost 5,000 km away from the frontline, utilising low-cost drones that Ukraine managed to smuggle in, hold key lessons for India, which is likely to lead to a higher requirement of counter UAV systems . The strikes were unique as military targets located at strategic depth were easily taken down by First Person View (FPV) drones launched from modified cargo containers mounted on trucks, which were parked close to military bases. While the Indian armed forces have invested heavily in counter drone systems on its border - the recent success in taking down Pakistani drones during Operation Sindoor showed their effectiveness - establishments located deeper within the mainland are yet to get an effective counter drone grid. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Neuropathy? This Nighttime Routine Fights the Root Cause of Neuropathy! Health Journal Britain Learn More Undo At present, the muti-layered grid used close to the border relies largely on jamming equipment, air defence guns that have been modified to track small, slow flying targets and traditional surface-to-air missile systems that can take on larger drones. The armed forces are also slowly inducting DRDO-developed laser-based drone kill systems that can at present target a limited number of drones at effective distance. Higher powered versions of the laser-based systems are under development and are likely to be inducted in large numbers in the coming years. Live Events The forces, the Army in particular, are also fostering the development of hard kill drone systems that can be used to take down swarms targeting sensitive locations. Given the prevalence of fibre optic drones that are immune to jamming, the hard kill option would be in higher demand in the coming days. The Army is already overseeing trials of a mobile 'micro missile' system that is being designed to take on swarm drones. The Navy in particular is more vulnerable to Ukrainian-style drone attacks as its bases and sensitive establishments are based far from the frontlines.
India Gazette
26-05-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Centre grants second one-year service extension to DRDO chief Dr Samir V Kamat
New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): In a significant decision, the centre has granted Dr Samir V Kamat, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) chief, a one-year extension to his service until May 31, 2026. This is his second service extension. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved the extension to the service of Dr Samir V Kamat, who is also the Secretary of the Department of Defence Research and Development (DDR&D). Kamat was appointed to the top post on August 25, 2022. An alumnus of IIT Kharagpur and The Ohio State University, USA, he joined DRDO in 1989 and previously served as Director General (Naval Systems and Materials). A distinguished scientist, Dr Kamat is a Fellow of the Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE) and the Institution of Engineers India (IEI). He is a recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award from IIT Kharagpur, the Metallurgist of the Year Award from the Ministry of Steel, and DRDO's Scientist of the Year Award. He has authored over 180 papers in international peer-reviewed journals. Earlier on May 22, DRDO Chairman Dr Samir V Kamat visited Solar Industries in Nagpur on Thursday. Solar Industries is a leading indigenous defence manufacturing company that contributes to India's self-reliance on defence production. During his visit, Dr Kamat reviewed the manufacturing processes of various defence products being developed by Solar Industries. In an exclusive interaction with ANI, Dr Kamat emphasised the growing role of private industry in strengthening India's defence capabilities. 'The private sector is playing a crucial role in the defence sector. To achieve the goals of 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' and to enhance our combat strength, it is essential to promote indigenous defence manufacturing,' Kamat said. Referring to the recent conflict with Pakistan, Dr Kamat expressed satisfaction over the performance of DRDO-developed weapons systems, which were reportedly deployed during the operations. (ANI)
