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At 14,500 feet, Army sets up one of world's highest tank repair units near LAC

At 14,500 feet, Army sets up one of world's highest tank repair units near LAC

Rediff.com16 May 2024

The Indian Army has set up two armoured vehicle maintenance and repair facilities near the China border in Nyoma and the DBO Sector in that region at altitudes of over 14,500 feet in the area, which is the world's highest battlefield for tanks and infantry combat vehicles along the LAC in Eastern Ladakh.

Army sets out to shop for drone detection system, issues request for info

Army sets out to shop for drone detection system, issues request for info

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

The Indian Army on Tuesday issued a request for information for procuring integrated drone detection systems.

Boost to India's military prowess, Rs 76,390cr worth equipment okayed

Boost to India's military prowess, Rs 76,390cr worth equipment okayed

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

The procurement proposals were approved by the Defence Acquisition Council headed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the ministry said.

Project Zorawar: Army set to deploy light tanks along China border

Project Zorawar: Army set to deploy light tanks along China border

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

The Army is set to procure a fleet of light tanks for deployment in high-altitude areas in eastern Ladakh under 'Project Zorawar' to bolster its overall firepower and operational prowess to deal with any eventualities.