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Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Govt invites Indian cos to build indigenous 5th-gen fighter jet; Rs 15,000 cr budgeted for prototype
New Delhi: The government has invited Indian companies to participate in a project to develop, build prototypes, support flight testing and certify an indigenous fifth-generation fighter aircraft. India's biggest military research and development programme is now up for grabs under a model that will see domestic private companies facing off with established public sector entities to make advanced medium combat aircraft. The Aeronautical Development Agency has issued an Expression of Interest (EoI) to pre-qualify Indian companies with technical expertise to make the fighters in not more than eight years. The applicants can be a single company, a joint venture or a consortium, provided they comply with laws. Given the size of the project - ₹15,000 crore has been budgeted to make prototypes while the final order may amount to lakhs of crores - consortiums are likely to bid for it. Applicants will need to prove that they have the technical capability to absorb AMCA design and possess adequate experience in development, engineering, manufacturing, equipping and testing. Live Events A meeting with all potential bidders will be held in the first week of July to clarify queries. Participating companies have time till August 16 to submit their bids. The fifth-generation fighter jets will become India's mainstay aerial platform from the mid-2030s. Leading contenders for the programme will include Hindustan Aeronautics Limited , Tata Advanced Systems Limited and Adani Defence . India's largest defence company, Larsen and Toubro , is also likely to be qualified to bid.
India.com
14-06-2025
- India.com
Indian ALS-50 drone which caused havoc in Pakistan during Operation Sindoor now impressed this country by...
Indian ALS-50 drone which caused havoc in Pakistan during Operation Sindoor now impressed this country by… ALS-50 Drone: In recent years, India has evolved itself in defence technology and is continuing its aim to be self-reliant in weapons. During its journey, India has also emerged as a leading weapon manufacturer in the world, exporting several weapons to other countries. The country is no longer behind in defence technology, and the latest proof of this is our own indigenous 'ALS-50' loitering munition. It is capable of carrying out precision attacks on targets without risking the lives of soldiers. The ALS-50 proved its prowess in the recent Operation Sindoor. Now, the ALS-50, also known as a suicide drone, is impressing other countries at the Paris Air Show, which is one of the world's largest aerospace events. It showcases how India is emerging as a global force in defence technologies. ALS-50: Strength And Features The deadly drone is developed by Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) with 100 percent Made in India parts. The drone is a multirole loitering munition, which is designed to strike accurately at enemy targets without putting the soldiers at risk. The ALS-50 boasts a range exceeding 50 kilometers and an endurance of over an hour. Its key feature is its vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) capability, allowing it to ascend and descend like a helicopter before transitioning to fixed-wing flight for longer distances. The aircraft is designed for both surveillance and attack missions. ALS-50 Drone Wreaked Havoc In Pakistan During Operation Sindoor The drone has already proved its prowess and capability during the Operation Sindoor. It was used to target several terrorists hideouts, logistics and command centers. Developed by a team of young engineers, ALS-50 is loaded with anti-jamming capabilities and several advanced features such as automatic target setting, anti-jamming capabilities and precision strike with an accuracy of less than two metres. The drone can carry a variety of warheads weighing up to 6 kg. This drone offers five flight modes: fully automatic, semi-automatic, surveillance, attack, and autonomous return-to-base. Future updates will incorporate artificial intelligence and swarm functionality. Flag Hoisted At Paris Air Show ALS-50 was a major highlight at the Paris Air Show, with India presenting it as a self-reliant defence weapon. Due to which its demand is also increasing in the global market.
India Today
08-06-2025
- Business
- India Today
Bengaluru stampede: Compensation for victims' families raised to Rs 25 lakh
23:54 In a huge boost to the government's Atmanirbhar Bharat push in the defence sector, France's Dassault Aviation has partnered with India's Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) to produce the fuselage of Rafale fighter aircraft in India for both domestic and global markets.
Hans India
07-06-2025
- Automotive
- Hans India
Tata-Dassault fuselage deal will boost manufacturing in general
The signing of four Production Transfer Agreements by Dassault Aviation and Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) to manufacture the Rafale fighter fuselage in India is a big fillip to not just defence production in the country but also manufacturing in general. The French plane-maker rightly said that it marks 'a significant step forward in strengthening the country's aerospace manufacturing capabilities and supporting global supply chains.' The fuselage of an aircraft is its central body portion, excluding the engines, tail, and wings. It houses the cockpit, avionics, fuel, and payload—essentially serving as the backbone of the aircraft. In the case of Rafale, a multirole fighter jet renowned for its agility, advanced avionics, and combat effectiveness, manufacturing the fuselage involves high-precision engineering, advanced composites, and tight tolerances. Bringing such a sophisticated process to Indian soil reflects the maturity of the country's aerospace manufacturing environment and the trust global original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are increasingly placing in Indian firms. In recent years, numerous Indian companies have emerged as key players in the defence manufacturing sector, contributing to the country's vision of self-reliance under the Atmanirbhar Bharat programme. Major public sector undertakings like Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Bharat Electronics Limited, and Bharat Dynamics Limited have long been at the forefront of producing aircraft, radars, missiles, and other critical defence systems. Alongside them, private sector giants such as TASL, Larsen & Toubro (L&T), Mahindra Defence Systems, and Bharat Forge have significantly expanded their footprint in defence production. These companies manufacture a wide range of equipment, including artillery systems, armoured vehicles, UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles), and missile components. Their growing capabilities are further boosted by partnerships with global defence firms, enabling technology transfer and joint ventures. This robust participation from both public and private sectors is crucial for reducing import dependence and building a strong, indigenous defence industrial base. The Dassault-TASL partnership is a testament to the vision of the Make in India initiative, which has been pushing for increased localisation in defence procurement. By transferring production capabilities to India, Dassault is enabling Indian companies to climb up the value chain—from low-end assembly to high-end design and production. The collaboration with TASL, a company already experienced in aerospace production, enhances India's ability to build a complex, high-performance defence product and helps cultivate a local ecosystem of skilled workers, advanced suppliers, and engineering talent. Furthermore, this move significantly reduces India's reliance on imports for critical defence hardware, contributing to strategic autonomy. Over the decades, India has been one of the world's largest arms importers. While importing advanced weapon systems has been necessary to meet immediate defence requirements, long-term sustainability lies in indigenisation. The Rafale fuselage manufacturing agreement is, therefore, more than a business deal—it is a step toward building a sustainable and technologically advanced defence industrial base within India. The economic implications of this development are equally profound. High-technology manufacturing generates employment across the value chain—from technicians and engineers to logistics and quality assurance personnel. The joint venture will not only create direct employment but also foster ancillary industries, leading to the development of an aerospace manufacturing cluster with potential spillover benefits to the civilian aviation sector. The infrastructure and capabilities established through this programme can later be leveraged for commercial aerospace production, such as passenger aircraft components, thereby further integrating India into the global aerospace supply chain.
Hindustan Times
06-06-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Rafale fuselage to be made in India for the first time
The main body of future Rafale fighter jets will be produced in India, outside France for the first time, with French aircraft maker Dassault Aviation and Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) on Thursday announcing their partnership to build Rafale fuselage at a facility being set up in Hyderabad, in a move that is seen as a big leap for the government's wide-ranging Make-in-India initiative. The Hyderabad facility will supply the fuselages for India and other international markets 2028 onwards, the two firms said. Some of the 26 Rafale Marine fighters ordered by India for its navy will come with locally produced fuselages, people aware of the matter said. Dassault Aviation and TASL have signed four production transfer agreements to manufacture the Rafale fuselage in India and called it a significant step forward in strengthening the country's aerospace manufacturing capabilities and supporting global supply chains. 'Under the scope of the partnership, TASL will set up a cutting-edge production facility in Hyderabad for the manufacture of key structural sections of the Rafale, including the lateral shells of the rear fuselage, the complete rear section, the central fuselage, and the front section,' the two firms said in a joint statement issued in Saint-Cloud and Mumbai. The announcement comes weeks after India signed a ₹63,000-crore deal with France to buy 26 Rafale M aircraft for the navy which will operate them from its two aircraft carriers, with the deliveries expected to begin in three years and be completed by 2030. The April 28 government-to-government deal for 22 single-seat Rafale M fighters and four twin-seat trainers included the setting up of a local production facility for the jet's fuselage as well as maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facilities for engines, sensors and weapons in India. The Hyderabad facility represents a significant investment in India's aerospace infrastructure and will serve as a critical hub for high-precision manufacturing, the statement said. The first fuselage sections are expected to roll off the assembly line in 2028, with the facility expected to deliver up to two complete fuselages every month. 'For the first time, Rafale fuselages will be produced outside France,' Dassault Aviation chairman Eric Trappier said. 'This is a decisive step in strengthening our supply chain in India. Thanks to the expansion of our local partners, including TASL, this supply chain will contribute to the successful ramp-up of the Rafale and, with our support, will meet our quality and competitiveness requirements.' The development comes at a critical moment as the Indian Air Force (IAF) is scouting for 114 multi-role fighter aircraft to boost its capabilities, and the programme will involve a global plane maker setting up a production agency in the country along with an Indian partner. Dassault Aviation is among the foreign firms interested in that programme. In February, the chief of the air staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh said such a model will give the air force an alternative option for any future design, including a stealth fighter, rather than depending only on the capabilities of state-run plane maker Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). The IAF operates 36 Rafale jets bought from France at a cost of ₹59,000 crore, and the aircraft's naval variant will bring commonality with the air force's fighters, creating advantages in training, maintenance and logistics support. Some of the air force's Rafales were among the fighter jets used during Operation Sindoor --- India's strikes on terror and military installations in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir following the Pahalgam terror attack. This partnership marks a significant step in India's aerospace journey, TASL CEO Sukaran Singh said. 'The production of the complete Rafale fuselage in India underscores the deepening trust in TASL's capabilities and the strength of our collaboration with Dassault Aviation. It also reflects the remarkable progress India has made in establishing a modern, robust aerospace manufacturing ecosystem that can support global platforms.' This is the way forward for the local aerospace manufacturing sector, said Air Vice Marshal Anil Golani (retd), the director general of Centre for Air Power Studies, an influential think tank. 'We couldn't have asked for a better opportunity to manufacture not just fuselages but entire fighter airframes in the future.' TASL is swiftly expanding its footprint in the aerospace manufacturing sector. TASL and European firm Airbus Defence and Space are jointly executing a ₹21,935-crore project to equip the IAF with 56 C-295 aircraft to modernise its transport fleet, including 16 in fly-away condition. The first made-in-India C-295 will roll out of a facility in Vadodara in September 2026 and the remaining 39 by August 2031. US aerospace firm Lockheed Martin is partnering with TASL to bid for the IAF's medium transport aircraft (MTA) competition for up to 80 planes. The joint venture Tata Boeing Aerospace Limited (TBAL) is producing Apache attack helicopter fuselages in Hyderabad. And Airbus Helicopters is setting up a production line in India for H125 helicopters in partnership with TASL --- the fourth such facility in the world.
