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Economic Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Economic Times
Defence Ministry to discuss spy planes, air defence systems, sea mines in key acquisition meet
At a time when the Operation Sindoor is still on, the Defence Acquisition Council led by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is scheduled to meet this week to take up proposals worth over Rs one lakh crore for modernising the defence forces are expected to be taken up for list of proposals worth over Rs one lakh crore for buying equipment for modernisation has been listed in the meeting agenda planned around end of this week, defence sources told ANI. To strengthen the air defence capabilities of the country, the Quick Reaction Surface-to-air missile system made by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) would be taken up for clearance for the Indian project worth around Rs 30,000 crore, would be critical for the Indian Army's air defence capabilities as the system can be effective against targets up to 30 kms. The Indian Air Force would be putting up a proposal for buying three spy planes for keeping a track of enemy activities on the ground under the I-STAR programme. The Intelligence, Surveillance, Targetting and Reconnaissance aircraft would be critical for the Air Force's plans to take out ground targets in future, the sources three aircraft would be acquired from an original equipment manufacturer and then be modified by the DRDO lab Centre for Airborne Systems in partnership with private Indian Navy would also be fielding a proposal for DRDO-developed Pressure-based Moored Mines at the meeting, which are to be used for targeting enemy submarines and surface project for upgrading the capabilities of the 84 Su-30MKI fighter jets is also expected to come up for project has already been given the go-ahead by the DAC earlier. Underwater autonomous vessels are also scheduled to be taken up for clearance by the DAC, which would be meeting for the first time after the Operation Sindoor. The DAC is the highest body in the defence ministry for capital procurements for modernisation.
India.com
17-06-2025
- India.com
Pakistan, China shaking with fear as India to get this new missile soon, its name is..., capable of...
Pakistan, China shaking with fear as India to get this new missile soon, its name is…, capable of… QRSAM Missile System: In view of the recent escalation of conflict between India and Pakistan and the ongoing tensions with China, the Indian government is focusing on strengthening the country's air defence system. The Defence Ministry, in the coming months, will present a crucial proposal to the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), in which there is a plan to include the Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air Missile (QRSAM) system. This missile system will play a significant role in strengthening the security of the country's borders. The recent conflict with Pakistan has shown the importance of a powerful air defence system, where India's S-400 detected and destroyed Pakistan's suicide drones and missiles. Let's know more. As per reports, the Indian Defence Ministry is planning to purchase as many as three regiments of QRSAM missiles with an estimated cost of Rs 30,000 crore. These missiles will be deployed in the western and northern borders. The proposal will be placed for approval in the DAC meeting to be held in the last week of June 2025. QRSAM Missile Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air Missile is capable of detecting and destroying enemy's aircraft, drones and missiles, specially those flying at high speeds. Developed by DRDO in collaboration with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL), this missile system will be a game changer in safeguarding India's borders from air strikes. QRSAM Missile Features The missile's speed is up to 6000 km per hour. Apart from this, its range is from 3 to 30 kms. Also, its height ranges from 98 feet to 33,000 feet. This missile system will work with India's existing MRSAM and Akash systems, further strengthening security against enemy's aerial threats. Deployment Of QRSAM India's air defence capabilities will be significantly enhanced by the QRSAM system, improving its alertness, accuracy, and overall effectiveness. This system is expected to be crucial in deterring future air attacks and intrusions.
News18
10-06-2025
- Business
- News18
IAF To Enhance Capabilities With Acquisition Of 6 More Netra Mk-1A AEW&C Systems: Sources
Last Updated: The AEW&C system is crucial for monitoring enemy territory from a distance, providing an early warning of incoming aerial threats. The Ministry of Defence is set to consider a proposal for acquiring six Netra Mark-1A Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) systems for the Indian Air Force this month, sources have informed. The proposal will be presented to the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The development will see airframes sourced from Brazilian aerospace giant Embraer, with modifications carried out by the Centre for Airborne Systems (CABS) under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). AWACS, an Airborne Warning and Control System, serves as a long-range radar surveillance and command and control platform mounted on an aircraft. The acquisition aims to triple the IAF's AEW&C fleet, addressing critical gaps in India's air defense architecture amid rising regional tensions with China and Pakistan. India currently operates Israeli EL/M-2090 Phalcon AWACS and the indigenously developed Netra AEW&C. However, the final approval for six Netra Mk-1A AEW&C systems is still pending, said sources. The Netra Mk1A is an advanced iteration of the DRDO-developed Netra Mk-1 AEW&C system, which has proven its operational mettle in high-stakes scenarios like the 2019 Balakot airstrike and the recent Operation Sindoor on May 7, 2025. The AEW&C system is crucial for monitoring enemy territory from a distance, providing an early warning of incoming aerial threats. The decision to built India's defence capabilities aggressively came after military chiefs and national security planners met to discuss learnings from Operation Sindoor, that took place on June 7, 2025. The consensus emerged that India needs to build better and more lethal capabilities, as Pakistan will acquire more capabilities from China. First Published: June 10, 2025, 09:24 IST
Hindustan Times
10-06-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
IAF to acquire more teeth through AWACS and mid-air refuellers
The ministry of defence is set to take up a proposal for acquisition of six more Embraer aircraft from Brazil for conversion to Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) using DRDO developed Netra Mark 1A mounted AESA radars in a move aimed at plugging key capability gaps and building conventional deterrence, people familiar with the matter said. The proposal will be brought before the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) headed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh shortly, they added, asking not to be named. In addition, while the government has approved wet lease of one KC-135 mid-air refueller from US-based Metrea military contractor, it has also pressed the pedal on the acquisition of six more mid-air refuellers on the basis of an RFP floated by the acquisition wing of the Defence Ministry. India at present has six Russian refuellers. The urgent need for AEW&C aircraft was felt because the Pakistan air force has eight SAAB-2000 aircraft fitted with the Erieye radar system plus four Chinese ZDK-03 aircraft used for electronic warfare and electronic support measures. PAF also has three Dassault Falcon DA-20 aircraft, which are being used for electronic warfare. After Operation Sindoor, Pakistan has seven SAAB-2000 Erieye AEW&C aircraft, as one was shot down by the Indian S-400 air defence system from a distance of 314 kilometres during the four-day high-intensity skirmish. The AEW & C aircraft is used to look into enemy territory from a distance of as much as 350 km away to identify incoming enemy aerial platforms as well as artillery firing from across the border. Pakistan also has four Russian refuellers of the same IL-78 M variety as India. After the military chiefs and national security planners met to discuss learnings from Operation Sindoor on June 7, 2025, a consensus has emerged that India needs to build better and more lethal capabilities, as Pakistan will acquire more capabilities from China . China is providing Yuan-class diesel submarines, frigates and armed drones to Pakistan, while Turkey is building corvettes, upgrading Augusta 90B submarines and providing spare parts for F-16 aircraft for the Islamic nation. In this context, the Indian military is also getting the weapons recovered from the skirmish, namely Chinese made PL-15 air to air missile, Fatah rockets and Turkish built YIHA drone reviewed by top Indian technology experts. India is now the only country that has war data on Chinese weapon systems like J-10, JF-17 fighters, HQ-9 air defence systems, SH-15 howitzers as well as performance of its own Rafale fighters in live conditions. India's post-Sindoor Indian assessment , HT learns, does not rule out a mass casualty attack from Pakistan-based jihadist groups in the future, with the Pakistan military better prepared next time to meet the expected Indian response to terror. Between the launch of the operation in the early hours of May 7 and the ceasefire on the evening of May 10, Indian forces bombed nine terror camps in Pakistan and PoK and killed at least 100 terrorists. The Indian Air Force also struck targets at 13 Pakistani airbases and military installations. On Tuesday, it emerged that India's targeting of locations within Pakistan during the May 7–10 clash was more extensive than previously known, with a Pakistani document acknowledging that Indian drones had struck locations ranging from Peshawar in the northwest to Hyderabad in the south. Pakistan's Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos, which was mounted in response to Operation Sindoor, 'folded in eight hours' on May 10, belying Islamabad's ambitious target of bringing India to its knees in 48 hours, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan said on Tuesday. Operation Sindoor was India's military response to the terror strikes at Pahalgam that killed 26 people.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
India revives Rs 44,000 crore plan to build warships that can detect and destroy underwater mines
India has restarted its plan to build 12 specialized warships that can detect and destroy underwater mines . These ships are critical to protect ports and maritime trade from enemy forces. The defence ministry is likely to present the proposal, worth around ₹44,000 crore, to the Defence Acquisition Council led by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh for approval, a TOI report stated. Tender to be issued soon for Indian shipyards According to defence ministry sources, the procurement will move ahead once the 'acceptance of necessity (AoN)' is granted. An open tender or request for proposal (RFP) will then be issued, inviting Indian shipyards to submit their technical and commercial bids. 'It will take at least 7-8 years, if not more, for the first MCMV to roll out after the contract is inked,' a source said. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like War Thunder - Register now for free and play against over 75 Million real Players War Thunder Play Now Undo Urgent need due to rising submarine activity These mine countermeasure vessels (MCMVs) are considered urgent due to the regular movement of Chinese submarines in the Indian Ocean Region. Chinese nuclear and conventional submarines can lay underwater mines quietly. Pakistan is also expanding its submarine fleet and is expected to receive eight new Yuan-class diesel-electric submarines from China. Live Events India's Navy currently has no dedicated MCMV in service. Earlier ships, including six Karwar-class and two Pondicherry-class minesweepers, have been retired. As a temporary solution, the Navy uses 'clip-on mine countermeasure suites' on other ships. However, the Navy needs at least 24 MCMVs to secure India's 7,516-km coastline, which includes 13 major ports and over 200 minor ones. Mines pose threat from state and non-state actors Underwater mines are low-cost and easy to deploy. Both state and non-state actors can use them to damage or destroy warships, merchant vessels, and tankers by blocking access to harbours and ports. The plan to acquire 12 MCMVs started in 2005. Goa Shipyard had partnered with South Korea's Kangnam to build the vessels. But the project, worth ₹32,000 crore, was cancelled by the Ministry of Defence in 2017-18 after disagreements over cost, technology transfer, and build strategy. New ships to include advanced mine detection systems Each MCMV will weigh around 900-1,000 tonnes and feature a non-magnetic hull. The ships will use high-definition sonar, acoustic and magnetic sweeps to locate mines. Remote-controlled underwater vehicles will then detonate the mines from a safe distance. Part of larger naval expansion plan The Indian Navy , which has over 130 warships, recently played a key role in Operation Sindoor by forward-deploying the aircraft carrier INS Vikrant, other warships, and submarines in the northern Arabian Sea to deter Pakistan. Currently, 60 warships and vessels are being built in Indian shipyards. The Navy will also commission INS Tamal, its second 3,900-tonne multi-role frigate built in Russia, next month in Kaliningrad. The Navy has also received initial approvals for 31 more warships, including seven new-generation frigates, eight corvettes, and six stealth submarines. However, due to delays in shipbuilding and retirement of older vessels, the Navy is expected to reach a fleet size of only around 160 warships by 2030.
