Pune-based defence firm tests 300 km precise Suryastra rocket to provide big boost to Indian ArmyNibe Limited has successfully demonstrated its Suryastra rockets. The rockets achieved ranges of 150 km and 300 km. These firings took plac...
20 May, 2026, 11.48 AM IST
UK to spend $1.35 billion on new howitzers for the British ArmyBritain will spend one billion pounds on seventy-two remote-controlled howitzers. This purchase modernizes the army and fills a war-fightin...
14 May, 2026, 06.54 AM IST
From Rafales to space surveillance how India expanded military capabilities after Operation SindoorIndia is significantly boosting its military strength after Operation Sindoor. Major defense deals are being finalized, including new Rafal...
08 May, 2026, 10.14 PM IST
One year after Operation Sindoor: How India’s armed forces are transformingOperation Sindoor has significantly altered India's defence strategy. The armed forces are now prioritising unmanned warfare and integratin...
07 May, 2026, 07.39 PM IST
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced: What’s new in the remake, release date, check pre-order bonusEdward Kenway returns in Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced on July 9, 2026. This updated version features technical upgrades and new con...
24 Apr, 2026, 01.22 PM IST
Amid military standoff with China, Indian Army gets new high-altitude firing range in Arunachal's Tawang sectorThe Indian Army has set up a new firing range, which is helping it to practice firing of howitzers and other important weapon systems, a to...
27 Sep, 2024, 07.45 PM IST
Artillery modernisation: Army faces gap in key capability till 2026While efforts are on to bridge the gap by exploring additional numbers of the home-developed Pinaka rocket system as well as the K9 Vajra m...
11 Jan, 2021, 11.49 PM IST
Indigenous artillery gun may go back to drawing board after barrel burstAn indigenously developed artillery gun which suffered a barrel burst in field trials earlier this month injuring four army personnel may n...
26 Sep, 2020, 12.45 PM IST
Make in India: Dhanush outguns original Swedish BoforsThe desi howitzer, christened Dhanush, can outgun the original Swedish Bofors 155mm artillery gun in range, accuracy, reliability, shoot-an...
14 Jul, 2018, 03.27 PM IST
India wants constructive border engagement with China: Army Chief Gen Dalbir Singh SuhagThe Army Chief pitched for modernisation of weapons and equipment to counter different kinds of challenges facing the force.
12 Jul, 2018, 05.50 PM IST
Strategic Partnership Model a big ticket move: Gen Bipin RawatGen Rawat said the new model is expected to fast track Army's modernisation plan as it will bring new technologies and help implement major...
12 Jul, 2018, 10.25 AM IST
BSF to upgrade firing systems, seeks Rs 100 crore budgetThe border guarding force, which has over 20 artillery regiments, exclusive with any paramilitary in the country, has decided to modernise ...
16 Feb, 2014, 11.52 AM IST
Desi Bofors howitzer to be tested again, Army keeps fingers crossedThe Army has not inducted a single modern 155mm gun for the last three decades since the infamous Bofors scandal.
27 Jan, 2014, 12.10 PM IST
L&T in race for Rs 2,000-cr howitzer tenderThe gun being offered by the Indian firm is learnt to have been built and developed in collaboration with South Korean Samsung Techwin.
13 May, 2013, 03.08 AM IST
- BAE pulls out of tender to sell upgraded Bofors guns to Army
BAE Systems today pulled out of Defence Ministry's tender for purchase of 400 towed artillery guns--an upgraded version of Bofors guns--for...
29 Apr, 2011, 01.09 PM IST
- Howitzer jinx replays with another pullout
The Army’s artillery modernisation plan remains jinxed. BAE Systems, a leading contender, has pulled out of the fresh 155mm towed artillery...
29 Apr, 2011, 08.53 AM IST
- Rs 20k cr deals may end Army’s artillery drought
India is now going to float a mega global tender for acquiring 814 motorised howitzers in a fresh attempt to kickstart the Army’s long-dela...
24 Aug, 2009, 08.24 AM IST