The Russian-Pakistani tactical exercise "Friendship-2024" has begun in Pakistan at the Pabbi National Anti-Terrorist Center. The Russian side is represented by servicemen of the motorized rifle unit of the Southern Military District from the Volgograd Region. They arrived the day before on an Il-76 aircraft. Servicemen from both countries will have to practice interaction when performing tasks in mountainous terrain. They will practice the destruction of illegal armed groups, conducting reconnaissance and search operations, and reconnaissance and ambush operations. The exercises are aimed at strengthening and developing military cooperation between the two countries.
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The Sudarshan Chakra Corps of the Southern Command of the Indian Army conducted the Swavlamban Shakti military exercise. During the exercise, the Indian T-90S Bhishma tanks were seen wearing the anti-drone protection system called Mangal, the first time this type of protection has appeared on Russian and Ukrainian tanks. The Swavlamban Shakti exercise was conducted to enhance combat capabilities by integrating niche and emerging technologies into army units. More than 1,800 personnel, 210 armored vehicles, 50 specialized vehicles and numerous air and air assets participated in the exercise.
Pakistan to buy Thai armor
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'First Win' For Pakistan; Thailand Inks Deal To Arm Pakistan Army With 100 Chaiseri 4×4 Armored Vehicles
In a key development for military cooperation in South Asia, Thailand has officially signed an agreement with Pakistan to supply 100 Chaiseri First Win 4×4 armored vehicles to the Pakistan Army. The agreement, finalized by Thai Defence Industry Co., Ltd. (TDI)—a joint venture between Thailand’s...
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India plans to sign a contract with Russia to purchase an advanced early warning radar system for missile attacks, the Voronezh-M. This was reported by the Indian TV channel India Today. According to it, negotiations on the deal were held with the participation of representatives of the Indian Ministry of Defense and the Russian concern Almaz-Antey, which produces the radar. According to the data, at least 60% of the Voronezh radar is planned to be produced in India, the contract amount is about 4 billion dollars. The Voronezh-M radar is planned to be installed in the city of Chitradurga, Karnataka state. This is a strategically important area, where important facilities of the Indian defense and aerospace industry are already operating. Radar stations of the Russian early warning system of the Voronezh type began to be used in 2006, they are capable of detecting targets at a distance of up to 8,000 km. So far, only Russia, China and the United States have radar systems with a range of more than 5,000 km in their arsenals.
Pakistan Requested Nuclear Weapons Assistance From China in Talks Over Strategic Port
In bilateral talks this year, Pakistan asked China for a nuclear second-strike capability in exchange for the Gwadar Port—a demand that was rebuffed by China
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India buys from South Korea.
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Defence ministry inks Rs 7,629 crore contract for 100 more K-9 Vajra-T artillery guns - Times of India
Ministry of defence signed a Rs 7,629 crore contract with L&T for 100 K-9 Vajra-T self-propelled howitzers, adding to the 100 already in service. These 155mm guns, with a 28-38 km range, are designed for high-altitude deployment along the China border and boost the Army's firepower amid...
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India to retire T-72 fleet.
We (USA) will take those. Send them to the National Training Center at Fort Irwin.
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We (USA) will take those. Send them to the National Training Center at Fort Irwin.
India Wants to Dump Its Russian-Built T-72 Tanks
India is replacing its aging T-72 tanks with Future Ready Combat Vehicles (FRCVs) by 2030. An ambitious modernization program won't be easy.
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India has successfully tested the Bhargavastra missile, an air defense system designed to combat drones, developed by Economic Explosives Ltd. During the tests, the missiles hit air targets at a distance of 2.5 kilometers and at an altitude of 400 meters. It is reported that the maximum altitude of target destruction can reach five kilometers, while the target's RCS is 0.01. The radar of this air defense, which is resistant to electronic warfare, can detect large and medium drones at a distance of up to 10 kilometers, small drones are detected at a distance of up to 6 kilometers. The Bhargavastra air defense consists of a control center and a radar, launchers with 64 missiles, can be placed on mobile platforms for rapid deployment.
Russia's fifth-generation Su-57E fighter jet has arrived in India to participate in the Aero India 2025 air show. The Su-57E will be showcased at the international aerospace exhibition to be held from February 10 to 14 at the Yelahanka Indian Air Force Base. India is a long-standing strategic partner that operates a significant amount of Russian equipment. Rosoboronexport will offer India the supply of Su-57s, as well as the organization of their production in India and assistance in developing its own fifth-generation fighter jet.
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Bengaluru, 10 February 2025: Thales and Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) are proud to announce the signing of an initial supply of Laser Beam Riding Man Portable Air Defence systems (LBRM) in response to a requirement set out by the Indian Government to support India’s air defence capabilities.
This initial supply of High Velocity Missiles (STARStreak) and launchers will be delivered this year and represents the first time that India has received this latest VSHORAD capability. This step confirms the foundation of a long-term collaboration and manufacturing partnership between Thales and BDL. In the spirit of the ‘Make in India’ initiative, this partnership will serve the current and future requirements of the Indian Ministry of Defence.
Thales, together with BDL, is committed to the transfer of technology (ToT) of battle proven capabilities to India to equip the Indian Armed Forces.
This contract represents the first major agreement since the establishment of the United Kingdom's Defence Partnership-India, a bespoke programme office breaking down barriers to trade and offering government-to-government contracting, where appropriate, further solidifying the defence and security relationship between the two nations. This contract also reflects Thales’ long-term partnership of 70+ years with India, serving as a testimony to its continued growth.
A production partnership with India will also increase UK production at the Thales Belfast site, where LBRM is designed.
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This initial supply of High Velocity Missiles (STARStreak) and launchers will be delivered this year and represents the first time that India has received this latest VSHORAD capability. This step confirms the foundation of a long-term collaboration and manufacturing partnership between Thales and BDL. In the spirit of the ‘Make in India’ initiative, this partnership will serve the current and future requirements of the Indian Ministry of Defence.
Thales, together with BDL, is committed to the transfer of technology (ToT) of battle proven capabilities to India to equip the Indian Armed Forces.
This contract represents the first major agreement since the establishment of the United Kingdom's Defence Partnership-India, a bespoke programme office breaking down barriers to trade and offering government-to-government contracting, where appropriate, further solidifying the defence and security relationship between the two nations. This contract also reflects Thales’ long-term partnership of 70+ years with India, serving as a testimony to its continued growth.
A production partnership with India will also increase UK production at the Thales Belfast site, where LBRM is designed.
Russia wins engine upgrade for India's variant, T-72 Ajeya,
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'Rejecting' Israeli Offer, India Selects Russian Firm To Boost Mobility Of Nearly 1000 T-72 'Ajeya' Tanks
The Indian Ministry of Defence (MoD) announced in a press release dated March 7, 2025, that it has signed a contract with Rosoboronexport (RoE) of the Russian Federation worth $248 million for the procurement of 1000 HP Engines for T-72 Tanks. The engines are to be supplied in fully formed...
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