Military Acquisitions, Partnerships & Developments

[drnayar]

india needs a high tech drone ecosystem..


drones drones and drones are the future

https://youtu.be/RmfNUM2CbbM

Russia and Ukraine are now the drone superpowers

[Rakesh]

India, Israel vow stronger strategic defence cooperation, condemn terrorism in joint statement
https://www.firstpost.com/india/india-i ... 11366.html
24 July 2025

This visit by the DG of Israel’s Ministry of Defence marks a ‘pivotal step in India-Israel defence relations and reinforces both sides’ commitment to enhance their strategic partnership’, the statement added.

[Manish_P]

I would be very happy if Mahindra, Tata make such vehicles in the future... and export them to the US, and other countries

Indian firm joins hands with US manufacturer to locally develop all-terrain vehicles for armed forces

JSW Sarbloh Motors, a subsidiary of JSW Defence Private Limited, said Thursday it has partnered with US-based off-road utility vehicles manufacturer Tomcar for local production of the TX series All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) in India.

Deployed in military and industrial operations globally, the TX series is highly durable and versatile, designed to operate under extreme off-road conditions. The multipurpose ATV boasts a maximum speed of 104.5 kmph.

The Indian Army uses ATVs for various operations including troop transport, logistics and emergency response in challenging terrains.

Under the strategic joint venture, JSW Sarbloh Motors will indigenise, manufacture, assemble and support the TX range at its facility in Chandigarh, with the first India-assembled units expected to roll out by early 2026.

Field trials and demonstrations have been scheduled for multiple defence and paramilitary agencies over coming months.

Jaskirat Vladimir Singh Nagra, the CEO and dounder-director of JSW Sarbloh Motors, said the joint venture is a strategic alignment, committed to offering the Indian defence sector “world-class mobility platforms with the ruggedness, modularity, and reliability”.

Ram Zarchi, the founder of the Phoenix-based US manufacturer, said they are looking to expand their global footprint, particularly into the right-hand-drive markets like India.

[Ankit Desai]

Safran JV for AMCA engine.

India and France to jointly develop and manufacture 120 kN engine for homegrown AMCA.

The new engine, set to be developed over the next 10 years, will power the second tranche of Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft. First set will be equipped with GE 414 engines.

-Ankit