Search Results for: AMRAAM missiles

Pakistan used 1,000kg H-4 bombs against Indian military bases but failed to hit targets

PAF Mirage-III aircraft fired the bombs from 50km away on Indian military targets on February 27 but a quick interception by IAF fighters prevented any damage, sources say.

Mar 28, 2019

Pakistan calls for action against 'militarisation of space' after ASAT launch, China bats for peace

The comment came after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on March 27, and announced Mission Shakti. He revealed that India had successfully test-fired an anti-satellite missile and had shot down a live satellite.

Mar 28, 2019

Is China spying on India's naval, military bases to gather intelligence inputs?

The intelligence agencies have learnt that China may be trying to extract sensitive defence information from India under the guise of routine business activities.

Mar 27, 2019

Mission Shakti: Will India's anti-satellite missile (ASAT) test trigger space arms race in the region?

India's new capability achieved with Mission Shakti will drive China to further develop its anti-satellite weapons system, which is already watched with grave suspicion by the US.

Mar 27, 2019

Here's all you need to know about IAF's game-changing Chinook helicopters [VIDEO]

India had to shell out close to 1.5 billion dollars for 15 of the Chinook choppers which would be also used for deploying troops and machinery at high altitude locations with India and Pakistan.

Mar 25, 2019

India's defence manufacturing get big boost as Chile shows interest to buy BrahMos missile

BrahMos is jointly developed between the Russian Federation's NPO Mashinostroyeniya and India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) who together have formed BrahMos Aerospace.

Mar 23, 2019

Special forces to become deadlier as India decides to buy American assault rifles, parachutes

It is to be noted that last month India signed a fast-tracked contract for procurement of 72,400 assault rifles from a US-based company Sig Sauer.

Mar 20, 2019

Is another air escalation on cards? IAF asks for more missiles as Pakistan moves F16 jets to bases near LoC

Pakistan has also shifted a majority of Jaish-e-Mohammad training camps from areas along LoC to Federally Administered Tribal Areas.

Mar 20, 2019

Were India and Pakistan on the brink of missile warfare amid recent hostilities?

NSA Ajit Doval had reportedly spoken with Pakistan's ISI chief Asim Munir over a secure line hours after the dogfight in February.

Mar 19, 2019

9 fascinating facts about IAF's Pinaka guided extended range rockets

India successfully test-fired two Pinaka guided extended range missiles on Monday, achieving new record distance of 90km range.

Mar 11, 2019

Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar

India replies to Pak claim of 'Naya Pakistan with Nayi Soch'; demands action instead

India responds back to Pakistan's claim of "Naya Pakistan with Nayi Soch" with a strong message, saying they should show credible actions instead of words to end cross-border terrorism.

Mar 9, 2019

Pakistan could face action for using F-16 against India: US official

CNN report says quoting State Department that the US is probing if there has been a violation of end-user agreement during the conflict on LoC in Kashmir

Mar 6, 2019

IAF to boost strike power by equipping Sukhoi jets with Israeli-made SPICE bombs

There have been reports that the IAF is planning to equip its Sukhois with the BrahMos missiles as well.

Mar 5, 2019

Air Chief BS Dhanoa on Abhinandan Varthaman: IAF pilot will fly again when he is declared fit

Air Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa clearly said that IAF braveheart Abhinandan Varthaman will fly again when he is fit to fly an aircraft.

Mar 4, 2019

Where is Masood Azhar? 'Unwell' but 'alive,' JeM chief moved out of army hospital

Shortly after Masood Azhar was shifted from the hospital around 7.30 pm, the JeM released a statement refuting Azhar's death and said that he was alive and doing well. The terror group also admitted that its training camp at Balakot had been hit by the IAF, but said that there were no casualties.