Bharat Earth Movers Limited will indigenously produce the unit maintenance vehicle (UMV) and unit repair vehicle (URV) for the MBT Arjun tank, as well as a 70-tonne tank transporter trailer featuring an advanced hydraulic suspension system.
Reliance and Diehl sign ₹10,000 crore defence pact to manufacture Vulcano precision ammunition in India
Reliance Defence has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Germanys Diehl Defence to manufacture Vulcano 155mm precision-guided munitions in India. A new facility in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, will support this production, aligning with the governments Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat...
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Reliance Defense has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Germany’s Diehl Defense to manufacture Vulcano 155mm precision-guided munitions in India. A new facility in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, will be built, which will be part of the Dhirubhai Ambani Defence City. To have 50% IC. Could generate 10,000 crore INR in revenue.
After french and their spectacular failures with Anil bhai its time for the Germans. This time there is no downside for us.Reliance and Diehl sign ₹10,000 crore defence pact to manufacture Vulcano precision ammunition in India
Reliance Defence has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Germanys Diehl Defence to manufacture Vulcano 155mm precision-guided munitions in India. A new facility in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, will support this production, aligning with the governments Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat...economictimes.indiatimes.com
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Reliance Defense has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Germany’s Diehl Defense to manufacture Vulcano 155mm precision-guided munitions in India. A new facility in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, will be built, which will be part of the Dhirubhai Ambani Defence City. To have 50% IC. Could generate 10,000 crore INR in revenue.
India successfully tests AI-enabled light machine guns in high-altitude terrain
By Shivani Sharma
New Delhi,
UPDATED: Jun 10, 2025 08:04 IST
India successfully tested an AI-enabled Negev light machine gun at 14,000 feet in collaboration with the Army, showcasing autonomous targeting capabilities in high-altitude terrain.
The AI-powered Negev system is designed for deployment in high-risk or logistically challenging environments.
In a step towards enhancing autonomous combat capabilities, India on Monday successfully tested an artificial intelligence-enabled light machine gun (LMG) system in high-altitude terrain. Developed by Dehradun-based defence firm BSS Material Ltd., the AI-powered Negev LMG underwent trials in collaboration with the Indian Army at an altitude of 14,000 feet, officials said.
The advanced weapon system demonstrated its ability to autonomously identify and engage targets in challenging mountain environments, a crucial advantage for operations along India's rugged border regions.
The trials, focused on functionality and accuracy, are part of a broader push to modernise the armed forces through indigenous innovation under the 'Make in India' and 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' initiatives.
According to BSS Material, the AI-integrated system maintained stable target acquisition, adaptive fire control, and semi-autonomous surveillance throughout the trials. Engineers said the weapon's core lies in a sophisticated multi-sensor AI module capable of automatic target detection, friend-foe classification, and real-time engagement.
Key technological features include:
- Thermal and optical sensor fusion for precision targeting
- Ballistic compensation for wind, range, and temperature variables
- Encrypted remote command compatibility
Highlighting the modular nature of the system, BSS engineers noted that the AI module is platform-agnostic and can be integrated with a wide range of weapon systems, from light machine guns to anti-drone solutions. Deployment options include tripods, remote weapon stations (RWS), unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), and static installations.
The test followed Operation Sindoor, where Indian weapons outperformed their Pakistani counterparts in field conditions. With the integration of AI in weapons like the Negev, India aims to extend its strategic reach into remote and high-risk zones with reduced dependence on manpower.
India successfully tests AI-enabled light machine guns in high-altitude terrain
Ah! We're finally doing something about high altitude warfare. I remember I was laughed at for suggesting this in the Indo China war gaming thread a couple of years ago .
However this is just the appetizer . We need the full 12 course dinner a la francais plus dessert . @Rajput Lion
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh joins NDTV Profit to discuss how India's defence production and capex plans have changed after Operation Sindoor. He also discussed how the government plans to provide stimulus to domestic manufacturers, expand drone production and innovation.
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He is saying the Astra program is running delayed. Where are those people claiming "Mk2 already inducted".
yep likely, given the original target of the 2021 committee for type certified materials, aim was to be able to meet the projected demand from the different development projects of aircraft and air launched weapons plus likely the production also, for the period 5 years 2021-2026. Now in 2025 we see only astra mk1 is getting executed, mk2 although fired few times not yet cleared for production (nowhere acknowledged so far) and the weapon systems R2 R3 NGARM also have had PDC extended by 12-24 months at least (drdo internal matter). So of course there are delays. BDL will argue geopolitical situation and recovering aerospace market to get waiver on LD penalty for delay non attributable (& get it back) but the bottom line is the shortage will remain.
Aka not surprising emergency procedure is the darling of the hour and Govt slashing DAP timeline by 68 weeks, even though this EPC will also take 12-18 months itself and possibly more now that Israel has flared up. So anyone would ask why did you not do it before if you knew there are huge gaps in the process and inventory? We know the answer, Govt like to sit on money and open purse slightly for pressing need situation. Its a mentality thing, won't change.
Fired few times is very far from production. Original Astra was first a lot over a decade. User trials itself will take few years.
Astra Mk 2 needs to be completed urgently.
