News: Defence Acquisition Council(DAC) chaired by Defence Minister has cleared several proposals worth close to Rs 39,000 crore that will boost the combat capabilities of all three services—Army, Navy and the Air Force. Facts: Key Proposals:
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DAC approves Rs 22,800 crore for rifle sights, aircraft, and choppers
News: The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has approved capital procurement worth Rs 22,800 crore. Facts: The projects that were approved include: thermal imaging-based night sights for assault rifles, Long range anti-submarine warfare P8I aircraft. o The P8I aircraft will be used by the Navy and will enhance its capabilities for maritime coastal surveillance, Anti-Submarine… Continue reading DAC approves Rs 22,800 crore for rifle sights, aircraft, and choppers
Defence Acquisition Council
News:Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence minister has accorded approval for three projects to be indigenously designed, developed and manufactured by the Indian industry. Facts: About the Projects: The first two projects include third generation Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGM) and the Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) for the T-72 and T-90 Tanks. The third generation… Continue reading Defence Acquisition Council
Army to get indigenous tank ammunition
News:The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has approved the indigenous development of ammunition for the Army’s T-90 tanks. Facts: About T-90: The T-90S ‘Bhishma’ is a main battle tank of the Indian Army. India had procured T-90 from Russia in 2001 and deliveries started in 2004. The tank is equipped with a new turret weapon station… Continue reading Army to get indigenous tank ammunition