News for 'anti-tank guided missile'

'Pak defied UN ban, supplied arms to Bosnia'

'Pak defied UN ban, supplied arms to Bosnia'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2002

Former Inter-Services Intelligence chief Lieutenant General Javed Nasir claimed he successfully air lifted sophisticated anti-tank guided missiles, which turned the tide in favour of Bosnian Muslims and forced the Serbs to lift the siege.

By 2020, India will be missile-import free: DRDO to PMO

By 2020, India will be missile-import free: DRDO to PMO

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

Defence Research and Development Organisation plans to make the country "missile import free" by 2022, the agency has told the Prime Minister's Office.

Jawan admits to fake killing

Jawan admits to fake killing

Rediff.com4 Jun 2004

'While I was shooting the target, Major Surinder Singh videotaped the operation from behind me,' Havaldar Neel Bahadur said.

Ukrainians Resist Putin's Troops

Ukrainians Resist Putin's Troops

Rediff.com22 Mar 2022

Ordinary Ukrainians continue to battle Vladimir Putin's army, thwarting the Russian objective of capturing Ukrainian cities nearly three weeks into a war Ukraine and the world didn't want.

Rafale to feature in R-Day parade for first time

Rafale to feature in R-Day parade for first time

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

The newly-inducted aircraft will carry out the 'Vertical Charlie' formation.

Army warms up to Akash missile

Army warms up to Akash missile

Rediff.com7 Nov 2009

India's long-criticised Akash anti-aircraft missile is now blazing towards success. After years of rejection from the military, the Akash is being accepted as a world-class missile.

3 babies dead as Gaza hospital goes 'out of service' amid Israeli fire

3 babies dead as Gaza hospital goes 'out of service' amid Israeli fire

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

Three babies died in the neonatal unit of Al-Shifa hospital located in northern Gaza after the hospital went 'out of service' amid continuous Israeli fire in the vicinity, CNN reported quoting the Hamas-controlled Ministry of Health on Saturday.

Prithvi, Agni missiles inducted into armed forces

Prithvi, Agni missiles inducted into armed forces

Rediff.com2 Aug 2006

India's integrated Guided Missile Development Programme, which was initiated in 1983, comprised of five missiles -- Agni, Prithvi, Akash, Trishul and Nag.

Ladakh Stand-Off: What India is Buying in a Hurry

Ladakh Stand-Off: What India is Buying in a Hurry

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

On the shopping list: Light tanks, anti-tank guided missiles, UAVs, assault rifles, fighter aircraft.

'We are the eyes and brain of the missile'

'We are the eyes and brain of the missile'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

'Our sensors allow the missile to locate and identify the target even if it's on the move.'

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.

India's new bomb can target enemy bases 100 km away

India's new bomb can target enemy bases 100 km away

Rediff.com21 Aug 2018

Striking the airfield's runway precisely with one bomb is more economical than using traditional free-fall bombs.

India to show military might, cultural heritage at R-Day parade

India to show military might, cultural heritage at R-Day parade

Rediff.com26 Jan 2021

The Indian Army will showcase the main battle tank T-90 Bhishma, infantry combat vehicle BMP-II-Sarath, mobile autonomous launcher of the Brahmos missile system, multi-launcher rocket system Pinaka, electronic warfare system Samvijay among others during the parade on Tuesday, the Defence ministry noted.

Ukraine: Know What Black Tulip Does?

Ukraine: Know What Black Tulip Does?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2023

Russia's brutal invasion of Ukraine entered its 46th week.

L&T in French JV for missile system

L&T in French JV for missile system

Rediff.com14 Feb 2017

Tie-up with MBDA will have Indian partner as majority shareholder; first product likely in 2 years.

Army commanders to meet in Sikkim forward area on Thursday

Army commanders to meet in Sikkim forward area on Thursday

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

The commanders' conclave in a forward area in Sikkim, which is close to the Line of Actual Control, comes amid the lingering border row in eastern Ladakh.

Why India needs the Akash missile

Why India needs the Akash missile

Rediff.com8 Sep 2017

Ordering more Akash systems is essential for the Indian defence industry.

Defence ministry clears Rs 40,000 crore project to build 6 submarines

Defence ministry clears Rs 40,000 crore project to build 6 submarines

Rediff.com31 Jan 2019

The defence ministry also cleared the project, to acquire 5,000 Milan 2T anti-tank guided missiles for the Army.

Hamas tunnel found at Gaza's Al Shifa hospital, claims Israel

Hamas tunnel found at Gaza's Al Shifa hospital, claims Israel

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

The DF shared pictures of weapons and ammunition found in what they said was the Al-Quds Hospital.

Rafale aircraft makes debut on R-Day flypast

Rafale aircraft makes debut on R-Day flypast

Rediff.com26 Jan 2021

The fighter jet conducted Eklavya formation by flying at a height of around 300 meter along with two Jagaur and two MIG-29 aircraft. The five jets resembled a V shape with Rafale leading the pack.

India 'serious' to co-produce weapon systems with US: Sources

India 'serious' to co-produce weapon systems with US: Sources

Rediff.com1 Dec 2014

India has shortlisted five of the 17 hi-tech items of military hardware offered by the US for co-production and co-development under a one-of-its kind American offer to boost bilateral defence cooperation.

Make in India: 6 desi submarines worth Rs 50,000 cr to be built

Make in India: 6 desi submarines worth Rs 50,000 cr to be built

Rediff.com25 Oct 2014

Defence projects worth a whopping Rs 80,000 crore were on Saturday cleared by the government which decided that six submarines will be made indigenously and over 8,000 Israeli anti-tank guided missiles and 12 upgraded Dornier surveillance aircraft will be purchased.

In a first, HAL fires air-to-air missile from chopper

In a first, HAL fires air-to-air missile from chopper

Rediff.com18 Jan 2019

The Light Combat Helicopter will enable the army to provide fire support to soldiers at altitudes of 15,000 to 20,000 feet, where the oxygen-depleted air prevents them from carrying weaponry heavier than their personal rifles and light machine guns.

11 Pak soldiers killed as India retaliates to ceasefire violation

11 Pak soldiers killed as India retaliates to ceasefire violation

Rediff.com14 Nov 2020

The Indian retaliation came after Pakistani forces resorted to heavy shelling in several areas in north Kashmir, killing five security personnel and six civilians. A number of videos released by the Indian Army showed destruction of several Pakistani positions and bunkers across the LoC with some of them going up in flames following the Indian retaliation.

How US Javelin missile spoiled Israeli party in India

How US Javelin missile spoiled Israeli party in India

Rediff.com18 Dec 2013

The defence ministry is finalising a decision to allow the FGM-148 Javelin missile, built by US companies Lockheed Martin and Raytheon, into a contest to supply the Indian Army with anti-tank guided missiles. This is bad news for Israelis

Can We Fight China, Pakistan With What We Have?

Can We Fight China, Pakistan With What We Have?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

Everybody talks of China as the real threat, but we aren't even building a decisive capability against Pakistan, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

India, US agree to renew defence pact for another 10 years

India, US agree to renew defence pact for another 10 years

Rediff.com1 Oct 2014

India and the United States have in principle agreed to extend their defence agreement for another 10 years which will take forward the cooperation between the two countries in the crucial area.

Amid LAC row, Army to upgrade 'night-blind' infantry combat vehicles

Amid LAC row, Army to upgrade 'night-blind' infantry combat vehicles

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

The current fleet of BMP-2/2Ks was first inducted into the Army in 1985 and it has been the mainstay of the mechanised infantry since then.

Army plans to procure 200 locally-built Prachand, light utility helicopters

Army plans to procure 200 locally-built Prachand, light utility helicopters

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

The Army is looking at procuring the LUHs and LCHs to replace its ageing fleets of Cheetah and Chetak helicopters.

Mahindra to make India's own Humvee

Mahindra to make India's own Humvee

Rediff.com31 Mar 2021

Mahindra's LSV is an extremely agile combat vehicle with all round protection against small arms fire.

Hamas attack: Security structures' failure needs probe, says IDF official

Hamas attack: Security structures' failure needs probe, says IDF official

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

While many of them were engaged by Israeli forces, some managed to sneak back into Gaza with more than 200 civilian hostages.

India to equip Dhruv helicopters with missiles

India to equip Dhruv helicopters with missiles

Rediff.com1 May 2011

Marking a major step forward in technology development, India is expected to equip indigenously-built Dhruv helicopters with missiles in two years as part of an ambitious missile-development programme

Army to procure artillery howitzers, 3 Indian vendors selected

Army to procure artillery howitzers, 3 Indian vendors selected

Rediff.com6 May 2013

The army is planning to procure 100 self-propelled artillery howitzers and three Indian vendors, including two private companies, have been selected for trial of their equipment, Defence Minister A K Antony told the Lok Sabha on Monday.

Hamas attack: Under fire, Netanyahu apologises for blaming security services

Hamas attack: Under fire, Netanyahu apologises for blaming security services

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

His comments evoked sharp criticism following which it was deleted.

DRDO fights Covid, without ignoring defence research

DRDO fights Covid, without ignoring defence research

Rediff.com22 May 2021

As remarkable as DRDO's contribution in containing and treating COVID-19 has been, its success over the last 15 months has been in its primary role of developing conventional defence equipment and technologies.

Amid tension, India, China hold fresh round of talks

Amid tension, India, China hold fresh round of talks

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

The two sides held talks on Tuesday as well but it could not produce any tangible outcome, the sources said.

India further strengthens presence in Pangong lake area

India further strengthens presence in Pangong lake area

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

They said the Indian Army has further bolstered its presence around the Southern Bank area of Pangong lake by deploying additional troops and bringing in more weaponry including tanks and anti tank guided missiles.

HAL choppers are ideal for China border

HAL choppers are ideal for China border

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

The LCH can provide our soldiers fire support in 15,000-16,000 feet-high contested areas like Depsang, Galwan and the heights north and south of the Pangong Tso, where Indian soldiers are facing off against Chinese intruders.

In boost to its firepower, IAF inducts 8 Apache choppers

In boost to its firepower, IAF inducts 8 Apache choppers

Rediff.com4 Sep 2019

The AH-64E Apache is one of the world's most advanced multi-role combat helicopters, and is flown by the US army.

HAL choppers to target enemy at high altitudes

HAL choppers to target enemy at high altitudes

Rediff.com25 Dec 2017

Armed with rockets and missiles, these helicopters can rain fire on the enemy in rarefied altitudes.