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Business Standard
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Bharat Forge, Turgis Gaillard sign MoU for manufacturing AAROK MALE UAV
Bharat Forge and France-based Turgis Gaillard have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly offer the AAROK Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the Indian Ministry of Defence, the Indian company announced on Tuesday. AAROK is classified as a Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) UAV. These drones are designed to operate at altitudes between 10,000 and 30,000 feet, with flight endurance ranging from 24 to 48 hours. Domestic production to ensure defence autonomy Bharat Forge, headquartered in Pune, will establish a domestic production line for the AAROK platform. The company stated, 'These production capabilities will help meet the significant needs of the Indian armed forces with local production and ensure complete sovereignty on maintenance and overhaul operations.' Bharat Forge manufactures components and systems across a wide array of sectors including defence, aerospace, automotive, power, oil and gas, construction, mining, rail, and marine. Operational capabilities and tactical role In its filing, Bharat Forge highlighted that the AAROK UAV is capable of conducting extended surveillance missions at high altitudes. 'Flying at high altitude and for long periods, it performs long range surveillance missions. Its electromagnetic sensors and radar enable it to monitor the enemy while remaining stand off from the threats,' the company said. The UAV is integrated with command and control systems and other military platforms, enabling real-time transmission of tactical information. The firm added, 'With a payload of over 1.5 tonnes of weapons fired from a safe distance, AAROK also makes a decisive contribution to supporting multi-domain operations by striking far behind enemy lines, disrupting enemy defences and neutralising their surface-to-air defence systems.' Role in maritime and joint operations Thanks to its endurance of over 24 hours, AAROK can also contribute significantly to maritime domain awareness, including detecting unauthorised activity and monitoring territorial waters. Indian UAV landscape India's current MALE UAV fleet includes Israeli-built Heron drones. The Indian armed forces have also placed orders for the MQ-9B UAVs from General Atomics and are continuing development of the indigenous TAPAS UAV. Bharat Forge's global footprint Bharat Forge operates manufacturing facilities across five countries and provides integrated services that include design, engineering, manufacturing, testing, and validation across multiple industries.
Business Upturn
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Upturn
Bharat Forge signs MoU with France's Turgis Gaillard to offer AAROK MALE UAV to Indian defence
By Aman Shukla Published on June 17, 2025, 17:51 IST Bharat Forge Ltd., a key player in India's defence manufacturing sector, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with French aerospace company Turgis Gaillard to jointly offer the AAROK UAV platform to the Indian Ministry of Defence. AAROK is a Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) class unmanned aerial vehicle designed for surveillance and long-range operational capabilities. Developed by Turgis Gaillard, the UAV is intended to support intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions with extended flight endurance of over 24 hours and the ability to operate at high altitudes. The UAV is equipped with electromagnetic sensors and radar systems for real-time situational awareness while maintaining a stand-off position from potential threats. AAROK integrates with command and control systems, enabling it to relay tactical data and support coordinated military operations. A key feature of AAROK is its ability to carry a payload exceeding 1.5 tonnes, including precision weapons. This capability enables it to support multi-domain operations by striking targets beyond enemy lines, neutralising air defence systems, and disrupting adversary formations from a safe distance. Bharat Forge plans to set up a domestic production line for AAROK, aiming to meet Indian defence procurement requirements through local manufacturing. The move is aligned with India's emphasis on indigenisation and strategic autonomy in defence platforms, covering both manufacturing and lifecycle maintenance. The collaboration marks a step forward in Indo-French defence cooperation, offering a scalable UAV platform tailored to the operational needs of the Indian armed forces. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
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First Post
03-06-2025
- General
- First Post
India issues NOTAM for large-scale air exercise along Indo-Pak border in Rajasthan for May 7-8
The exercise, set to take place in Rajasthan near the International Border, is part of the IAF's regular operational readiness drills but comes at a time of elevated tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbours read more India has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) for a large-scale Indian Air Force (IAF) exercise scheduled for May 7–8 along the southern section of the Indo-Pakistan border. The exercise, set to take place in Rajasthan near the International Border, is part of the IAF's regular operational readiness drills but comes at a time of elevated tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbours. According to the NOTAM, the exercise will begin at 3:30 pm on May 7 and conclude at 9:30 p.m. on May 8. During this period, airspace over the designated zone will be restricted to facilitate a range of aerial operations. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD An IAF official confirmed that the maneuvers will involve frontline fighter jets including Rafale, Mirage 2000, and Sukhoi-30 aircraft, along with surveillance platforms and support systems. While the Indian Ministry of Defence has not explicitly linked the drill to ongoing geopolitical developments, the timing and location are significant. The region has seen increased strain following a recent cross-border terror attack in Pahalgam, which led both India and Pakistan to impose mutual airspace restrictions. India announced last week that it was closing its airspace to all Pakistani-registered and military aircraft from April 30 to May 23. This move followed Pakistan's earlier decision to bar Indian flights from entering its airspace, intensifying diplomatic and military friction. Tensions are also simmering along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir, where ceasefire violations by Pakistani forces have drawn strong retaliatory strikes from the Indian Army. Military sources report that Pakistani troops have withdrawn from several forward posts, a development seen as a sign of eroding confidence. Indian forces have responded with what officials described as 'precision and force,' particularly in hotspots such as Naushera, Sunderbani, and Baramulla. In a parallel move, Pakistan declared a temporary No-Fly Zone over Islamabad and Lahore through May 2, reportedly amid fears of a possible Indian airstrike. The measure reflects growing concern within Pakistan's military establishment as both nations maintain heightened military readiness. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD With regional stability under renewed strain, both sides remain on alert. Analysts warn that further provocations or miscalculations could quickly escalate, underscoring the critical need for diplomatic engagement alongside continued vigilance. With inputs from agencies
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Pakistan upgrading nukes with Chinese support, US warns
Pakistan is upgrading its nuclear arsenal with Chinese support and sees India as an 'existential threat', a US report has said. In its worldwide threat assessment report for 2025, the US Defence Intelligence Agency predicted that nuclear modernisation would be a top priority for Pakistan's military during the next year. The report said: 'Pakistan regards India as an existential threat and will continue to pursue its military modernisation effort, including the development of battlefield nuclear weapons, to offset India's conventional military advantage.' It suggested Islamabad was not only upgrading and securing its arsenal but also 'almost certainly' procuring weapons of mass destruction (WMD). 'Pakistan is modernising its nuclear arsenal and maintaining the security of its nuclear materials and nuclear command and control. Pakistan almost certainly procures WMD-applicable goods from foreign suppliers and intermediaries,' it said. Pakistan is a recipient of China's economic and military largesse, and the two nations carry out joint military exercises, including an air exercise in November last year. 'Foreign materials and technology supporting Pakistan's WMD programmes are very likely acquired primarily from suppliers in China, and sometimes are trans-shipped through Hong Kong, Singapore, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates,' said the report. India considers China its 'primary adversary,' and Pakistan, its neighbour, more of an 'ancillary security problem', the report said. It added that India had modernised its military last year, testing the nuclear-capable developmental Agni-I Prime MRBM (medium-range ballistic missile) and the Agni-V multiple independently targetable re-entry vehicle. India also commissioned a second nuclear-powered submarine to strengthen its nuclear triad and bolster its ability to deter adversaries. Last week, the Indian government claimed China had helped move satellites and recalibrate air defence systems before Pakistan shot down Indian fighter jets during their recent military clashes. According to Ashok Kumar, the director general of the New Delhi-based Centre For Joint Warfare Studies, China worked with Pakistan to reorganise its radar and air defence systems to track troop deployments and aerial movements by India. Mr Kumar, whose research group operates under the Indian Ministry of Defence, said Chinese military advisers helped Pakistan realign its satellite coverage over India as the two neighbouring state clashed after the April 22 terror attack. On that day, 26 tourists were killed at Pahalgam in Indian-administered Kashmir. India blamed Pakistan and accused it of backing cross-border terrorism. Pakistan denied any involvement and called for an international investigation. Between May 7 and 10, the neighbouring states launched attacks involving supersonic missiles and drones on each other's territory. Pakistan said it shot down six Indian warplanes, including three French-made Rafales. India has not commented on the specific losses. Dozens of civilians were killed in the attacks, mostly in Kashmir, which is divided between the two nations. Hours after the initial Indian military strikes on May 7, Ishaq Dar, Pakistan's foreign minister, told parliament that Islamabad had used Chinese jets, including J-10C, against India. Mr Dar said the Chinese ambassador had been called to his office to discuss the deployment. Pakistan also used a Chinese-made PL-15 missile, which has never been used in combat before. Its use raised concerns among Beijing's rivals, including Taiwan. China's government has not commented on the use of its equipment. Donald Trump, the US president, surprised many by announcing a 'full and immediate ceasefire' on May 10, which appears to be holding. Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
India Today
23-05-2025
- Business
- India Today
Bangladesh cancels Rs 180-crore defence contract with India amid diplomatic strain
Bangladesh has cancelled a big-ticket defence contract valued at Rs 180.25 crore with Kolkata-based public-sector shipbuilder amid the deterioration in relations between New Delhi and Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd (GRSE), operating under the Indian Ministry of Defence, officially informed the stock exchange on Wednesday, stating, "We wish to inform you that the Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh has cancelled the order."advertisementThe contract awarded to GRSE was for the construction of an Advanced Ocean-Going Tug for Bangladesh. These specialised vessels are designed for long-distance towing and salvage operations in open waters. This defence cancellation comes at a time when the relationship between India and Bangladesh is under strain, especially due to the growing closeness of Bangladesh's interim government chief advisor, Muhammad Yunus, to China and his recent controversial remarks, particularly concerning India's northeastern move is also widely perceived as a retaliatory measure following India's announcement to withdraw transshipment facilities for Bangladesh's cargo exports to third countries. This came after Yunus, during a recent visit to China, controversially described the Northeast as "landlocked" and asserted that Dhaka is the "only guardian" of the ocean in the
