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The much anticipated test-flight of the Indo-Israeli Barak-2 long range surface-to-air missile (LR-SAM) will take place this year. Currently, the Barak -2 LR-SAM is undergoing simulated tests in Israel. The Barak-2 LR-SAM is being developed and produced for both the Indian and the Israeli militaries and is capable of multiple engagements and providing defence against a host of airborne platforms and munitions from short as well as medium ranges.

The state-run Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) is the main developer of the Barak-2 LR-SAM and roughly 70 per cent of the missile content is indigenous. The main partner in this missile development programme is the Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI). The Barak-2 missile system, at an estimated cost of $ 581 million, has reached the final stage. The venture is a tripartite one between the DRDO, the Indian Navy, and IAI and was initiated in 2007. The Barak-2 missiles are to equip the three guided missile destroyers of the Project 15A class which will join the Indian Navy in one year intervals beginning in 2012. In the first phase, the missile will arm the three Kolkata-class destroyers and each ship will have four vertical launch units (VLUs), each housing eight missiles. Continued…

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By admin – April 4, 2011

Coast Guard Commissions New Station and Inducts Two Interceptor Boats

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The Indian Coast Guard has been continually beefing up its capability to ward off maritime threats and increase coastal security in recent months. The latest addition in its capabilities is a new Indian Coast Guard Station in Ratnagiri in the state of Maharashtra as well as the induction of two new interceptor boats. The new Coast Guard Station at Ratnagiri was commissioned by Vice Admiral Anil Chopra, Director General Coast Guard, in the presence of other senior Coast Guard and state government officials. ICGS Ratnagiri will function under the administrative and operational control of the Commander, Coast Guard Region (West) through the Commander, Coast Guard District HQ-2 (Maharashtra) located at Mumbai.

This new Indian Coast Guard Station (ICGS) in Ratnagiri will be crucial and play a significant role in pursuing joint coastal patrol activity along with Police, Customs and Fisheries Department to keep it safe from coastal threats and maintain maritime security.

In addition to the ICGS Ratnagiri, two Interceptor boats C-150 and C-151 have also been commissioned by Vice Admiral Anil Chopra, Director General Indian Coast Guard in the presence of a host of dignitaries. The interceptor boats will carry out various roles including surveillance, search and rescue, anti smuggling and anti poaching operations. The interceptor boats will be based in Vizhinjam in Kerala and Kakinada in Andhra Pradesh. Continued…

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By admin – April 4, 2011

India Developing Agni-V Missile with 5,000 Kilometer Range

During a conference organized by Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), Indian Defence Minister A.K Anthony has revealed that India is developing a 5,000 kilometer range ‘Agni’ ballistic missile. He added that DRDO has immense capabilities to deliver substantial missile technology which can augment our military capability.

India has been developing a host of ballistic missiles under its missile development programme including the Agni series of missiles which include variants with ranges between 700 and 2,500 kilometers besides Agni-III missile, an intermediate-range, two-stage solid propellant ballistic missile with a range of 3,500 kilometers, which has been successfully test-fired. There is no Agni-IV missile since DRDO plans to leapfrog from intermediate range Agni-III to a standard intercontinental ballistic missile, such as the Agni-V. As for the 5,000 kilometer range Agni missile called Agni-V, it will be test-fired later this year and will be a highly advanced ballistic missile. Agni-V is derivative of Agni-III but it is five meters longer and one tonne heavier.

The Defence Minister has also urged the DRDO to continue its focus on advanced missile technologies. He added that the DRDO must also speed up the developmental trials and induction of Interceptor Missile for a credible Ballistic Missile Defence. Besides, DRDO must not waver from its primary objective of developing weapon systems and adequate high-end critical defence technologies for the Armed Forces. The Defence Minister feels that DRDO’s spin-off products in the civil sector must not affect the development of technology for the defence sector. He added that constant cost and time overruns must be curbed in defence projects since they have had an adverse affect on the operational preparedness of the Indian Armed Forces. Continued…

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By admin – April 4, 2011

Bharat Dynamics Limited Signs Largest Ever Deal With Army for Akash Missiles

Defence Now, New Delhi – The largest ever contract with the Indian Army has been signed by the state-owned Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) for the ‘Akash’ Surface-to-Air Missiles (SAMs) which will be to the tune of $ 3.1 billion.‘Akash’ SAM has been developed by Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) and the Indian Army is ordering two regiments of ‘Akash’ SAM systems which include 2000 missiles, launchers, radars and ground systems.

The ‘Akash’ SAM has been on top of the priority list of the Indian Armed Forces as India seeks to protect its vital assets and installations from aerial attack. The ‘Akash’ missile has a range of 25 kilometres with a low reaction time of 15 seconds. It can shoot down aircraft, helicopters and UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) travelling at speeds of up to 700 m/sec. The weapon system is capable of engaging targets in all weather conditions.

According to BDL, who is the principal integrator and main manufacturer of the indigenous developed missiles, the order comprises of missiles, support equipment and services. Also, this order is the highest value contract placed by the Indian Army to date and BDL is setting up facilities in Andhra Pradesh, where it has been allocated additional land, as well as in other states. Continued…

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By admin – April 4, 2011

India and Singapore Army Hold Annual Joint Military Exercises

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The Indian Army and the Singapore Army are currently holding a month-long joint exercise called ‘Bold Kurukshetra’ at Babina Cantonment in Jhansi, in central India. The bilateral armour exercise will continue till the end of March and will involve a host of exercises and operations and will validate interoperability between the armies of both nations. The ‘Bold Kurukshetra’ exercise is an annual event between the Indian and Singaporean armies, wherein both the armies hold exercises with each other’s armoured divisions. The joint exercises will include multi-tiered planning, use of new generation equipment and joint execution of mission by artillery batteries and combat groups. The two sides will also enhance skills in the area of anti-militancy operations besides matching each other’s capability in artillery fire power.

Since the Singapore Army faces a shortage of space in Singapore for its exercises, it has been coming to India to train its army personnels and officers. During the last edition of ‘Bold Kurukshetra’ in 2010, even the Singapore Air Force was present. … you can read the rest of the article; India and Singapore Army Hold Annual Joint Military Exercises on Defence Now – the Next-Generation Indian Defence, Aerospace and Homeland Security procurement solution designed specifically to help you position YOUR products direct to defence buyers that matter.

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By admin – March 10, 2011