Mega Rs 62,700 crore deal for ‘Prachand’ attack choppers inked after CCS nod | India News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: India on Friday inked the mega Rs 62,700 crore contract to acquire 156 indigenous `Prachand’ light combat helicopters (LCHs) for its armed forces from Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL), in the biggest-ever such deal that was signed soon after it got the final nod from the PM-led cabinet committee on security.The CCS approved the procurement…

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Be ambitious, turn disruptors, Rajnath Singh tells IIT students – The Times of India

Defence minister Rajnath Singh addresses a gathering during the 16th Foundation Day of IIT Mandi, Himachal Pradesh. (Pic credit: PTI) NEW DELHI: India’s technological sector is on the rise and is expected to reach $300-$350 billion in the next five years, defence minister Rajnath Singh said on Monday.Speaking at the foundation day celebrations of IIT-Mandi,…

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India increases Naval might as it inducts three new war vessels: Know details | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India on Wednesday achieved a major as the Indian Navy increased its prowess following the induction of three domestically manufactured naval vessels – two warships and a submarine – into its fleet. The commissioning of the indigenous vessels highlighted India’s growing military manufacturing capabilities.The move is seen as a strategic response to China’s…

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