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    Post  Pinto Fri Jan 22, 2016 4:05 pm

    Militarov wrote:
    Pinto wrote:if india went for the catapult landing for the new AC then MIG29 would be ruled out and is its arrested landing then MIG29K would be favorite to win this deal as already over 45 are in service with Indian Navy

    You mean catapult takeoff? Coz unless its VTOL you always land by arrest. But you can take off by catapult or ramp. And there is no reason for MiG29K not to be able to be modified for catapult launches its fairly minor change.

    If MIG 29K can be modified for CATAPULT capabability then its going to be strong contender, but dont know why many India- Russia projects are stuck in limbo now list includes S400, FGFA and medium role transport aircraft and there seems to be no credible information so far how this logjam can be cleared
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    Post  Guest Fri Jan 22, 2016 4:08 pm

    Pinto wrote:
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    Pinto wrote:if india went for the catapult landing for the new AC then MIG29 would be ruled out and is its arrested landing then MIG29K would be favorite to win this deal as already over 45 are in service with Indian Navy

    You mean catapult takeoff? Coz unless its VTOL you always land by arrest. But you can take off by catapult or ramp. And there is no reason for MiG29K not to be able to be modified for catapult launches its fairly minor change.

    If MIG 29K can be modified for CATAPULT capabability then its going to be strong contender, but dont know why many India- Russia projects are stuck in limbo now list includes S400, FGFA and medium role transport aircraft and there seems to be no credible information so far how this logjam can be cleared

    Well S400 deal is purely in Indian hands. FGFA is on hold till India peeks how well PAK-FA will go in Russia and when its about transport aircraft there are rumons India will instead just buy Super Hercules.
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    Post  Pinto Fri Jan 22, 2016 4:14 pm

    Militarov wrote:
    Pinto wrote:
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    Pinto wrote:if india went for the catapult landing for the new AC then MIG29 would be ruled out and is its arrested landing then MIG29K would be favorite to win this deal as already over 45 are in service with Indian Navy

    You mean catapult takeoff? Coz unless its VTOL you always land by arrest. But you can take off by catapult or ramp. And there is no reason for MiG29K not to be able to be modified for catapult launches its fairly minor change.

    If MIG 29K can be modified for CATAPULT capabability then its going to be strong contender, but dont know why many India- Russia projects are stuck in limbo now list includes S400, FGFA and medium role transport aircraft and there seems to be no credible information so far how this logjam can be cleared

    Well S400 deal is purely in Indian hands. FGFA is on hold till India peeks how well PAK-FA will go in Russia and when its about transport aircraft there are rumons India will instead just buy Super Hercules.

    lol bro s400 news reporting indian media is so crazy it looks like some pressure( like russia has linked this deal with deal on FGFA and so on rumors like this) but no credible news from any govt side and politics is being plaved ut to ruin India-Russia defence relations
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    Post  PapaDragon Fri Jan 22, 2016 5:49 pm


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    Can somebody move this somewhere because I have no clue where to put it?

    Secret Russian arms donation to Fiji raises concerns of bid for Pacific influence

    At least 20 containers, believed to be full of weapons and military hardware, were landed in the former British colony


    http://www.theguardian.com/world/2016/jan/22/secretive-shipment-of-arms-donated-by-russia-to-fiji-raises-concerns
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    Post  sepheronx Fri Jan 22, 2016 7:17 pm

    India is just not a trust worthy partner for any nation.  As Werewolf said, Modi sits his ass on two seats, he will fall.

    Russia really needs to say to India that "you dont need to buy from us, but complain to us if we sell to people you dont like".

    The S-400 deal, and the transport plane deal was all India.  Russia wasnt even trying to sell S-400 to anyone at the moment.  India was the one to show interest.
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    Post  Pinto Sat Jan 23, 2016 8:34 am

    your observations do not stand if we see defense relations between our countries till 2014

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    Post  sepheronx Sat Jan 23, 2016 8:51 am

    And yet, the current news seems to say otherwise. Militirov's point about the transport plane is an example of that, which makes sense.

    So, are you guys gonna get to manufacture those transport planes? Probably a wing at best.

    Recent issues steming like the PAK FA, and S-400 is also damning too. I would wager that the Ka helicopter deal will never materialize either. But hey, you guys get to have overpriced western aircraft (Rafale), 30 some odd of them (at extortion prices) and not a single one built in India. Good for you guys.
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    Post  Pinto Sat Jan 23, 2016 9:20 am

    sepheronx wrote:And yet, the current news seems to say otherwise.  Militirov's point about the transport plane is an example of that, which makes sense.

    So, are you guys gonna get to manufacture those transport planes? Probably a wing at best.

    Recent issues steming like the PAK FA, and S-400 is also damning too.  I would wager that the Ka helicopter deal will never materialize either.  But hey, you guys get to have overpriced western aircraft (Rafale), 30 some odd of them (at extortion prices) and not a single one built in India.  Good for you guys.

    well bro Indian cabinet has cleared S400 deal at the highest n last level of approval so that deal is on and some negotiations might be going on for some fine tuning which are not revealed for obvious reasons

    FGFA is having troubles and this will be sorted out as both Russians and Indians are destined to move together in this deal together sooner or later as china is making its own and India wont for American fighter
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    Post  Pinto Sat Jan 23, 2016 9:21 am

    Pinto wrote:
    sepheronx wrote:And yet, the current news seems to say otherwise.  Militirov's point about the transport plane is an example of that, which makes sense.

    So, are you guys gonna get to manufacture those transport planes? Probably a wing at best.

    Recent issues steming like the PAK FA, and S-400 is also damning too.  I would wager that the Ka helicopter deal will never materialize either.  But hey, you guys get to have overpriced western aircraft (Rafale), 30 some odd of them (at extortion prices) and not a single one built in India.  Good for you guys.

    well bro Indian cabinet has cleared S400 deal at the highest n last level of approval so that deal is on and some negotiations might be going on for some fine tuning which are not revealed for obvious reasons

    FGFA is having troubles and this will be sorted out as both Russians and Indians are destined to move together in this deal together sooner or later as china is making its own 5th generation fighter and India wont for American 5th gen fighter
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    Post  Guest Sat Jan 23, 2016 9:21 am

    sepheronx wrote:And yet, the current news seems to say otherwise.  Militirov's point about the transport plane is an example of that, which makes sense.

    So, are you guys gonna get to manufacture those transport planes? Probably a wing at best.

    Recent issues steming like the PAK FA, and S-400 is also damning too.  I would wager that the Ka helicopter deal will never materialize either.  But hey, you guys get to have overpriced western aircraft (Rafale), 30 some odd of them (at extortion prices) and not a single one built in India.  Good for you guys.

    I am not sure about building anything in India when its about Super Hercules. I mean they already signed contracts for like 12, half of which is delivered. So if they order them instead of cooperation with Russia they will need around 40-45 more, not sure if that order is big enough for Lockheed Martin to share building at all.

    I guess Ka226 deal will be a go, due to reason India rly rly needs those helicopters asap. Their light helicopter fleet is horrid.
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    Post  Pinto Sat Jan 23, 2016 9:23 am

    Militarov wrote:
    sepheronx wrote:And yet, the current news seems to say otherwise.  Militirov's point about the transport plane is an example of that, which makes sense.

    So, are you guys gonna get to manufacture those transport planes? Probably a wing at best.

    Recent issues steming like the PAK FA, and S-400 is also damning too.  I would wager that the Ka helicopter deal will never materialize either.  But hey, you guys get to have overpriced western aircraft (Rafale), 30 some odd of them (at extortion prices) and not a single one built in India.  Good for you guys.

    I am not sure about building anything in India when its about Super Hercules. I mean they already signed contracts for like 12, half of which is delivered. So if they order them instead of cooperation with Russia they will need around 40-45 more, not sure if that order is big enough for Lockheed Martin to share building at all.

    I guess Ka226 deal will be a go, due to reason India rly rly needs those helicopters asap. Their light helicopter fleet is horrid.

    lol very true india is using 60's helis in light category heli so the kamov deal is must and most urgent and it will be for 500 helis in the end the 200 is just a start thats why make in india route has been followed
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    Post  sepheronx Sat Jan 23, 2016 9:23 am

    We will see. I am not as optimistic as you are Pindo simply from my understandings of what is happening of recent with India and any military deals, added in, their strange need to really push deals with the west. And simply, not trusting them altogether.
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    Post  Pinto Sat Jan 23, 2016 9:26 am

    sepheronx wrote:And yet, the current news seems to say otherwise.  Militirov's point about the transport plane is an example of that, which makes sense.

    So, are you guys gonna get to manufacture those transport planes? Probably a wing at best.

    Recent issues steming like the PAK FA, and S-400 is also damning too.  I would wager that the Ka helicopter deal will never materialize either.  But hey, you guys get to have overpriced western aircraft (Rafale), 30 some odd of them (at extortion prices) and not a single one built in India.  Good for you guys.

    well dear Rafale has 50% off set clause to follow which means half the amount would be invested back in india so its not going to be that costly if 4.5 b $ is invested back in indian industry
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    Post  sepheronx Sat Jan 23, 2016 9:26 am

    Pinto wrote:
    sepheronx wrote:And yet, the current news seems to say otherwise.  Militirov's point about the transport plane is an example of that, which makes sense.

    So, are you guys gonna get to manufacture those transport planes? Probably a wing at best.

    Recent issues steming like the PAK FA, and S-400 is also damning too.  I would wager that the Ka helicopter deal will never materialize either.  But hey, you guys get to have overpriced western aircraft (Rafale), 30 some odd of them (at extortion prices) and not a single one built in India.  Good for you guys.

    well dear Rafale has 50% off set clause to follow which means half the amount would be invested back in india so its not going to be that costly if 4.5 b $ is invested back in indian industry

    If. You seen how they handled the Mistral deal.
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    Post  Pinto Sat Jan 23, 2016 9:31 am

    sepheronx wrote:We will see.  I am not as optimistic as you are Pindo simply from my understandings of what is happening of recent with India and any military deals, added in, their strange need to really push deals with the west.  And simply, not trusting them altogether.

    Bro there is some irritants for Russia as of now like off set clause which is new thing for russia in dealing with India. this has been done to bring transparency and to boost local industry so the final product might be costly but off set clause ranging from 30-50% makes is viable and reasonable

    secondly Russia is finding it odd because as there are now open tenders and not govt to govt deals alone unlike S400 and FGFA which are going to be govt to govt deal

    Indian and Russia have deals worth 50 b $ stuck in logjams and its matter of time before glitches are cleared one by one. i am very optimistic about special Indo-Russian relations as India is not going to substitute these deals with western world because no one else will give India FGFA and S400 rather no one produces this air defence system

    Russian defense manufacturers needs to have lobby and better PR in India as the western n US lobbyist are on job to harm India- Russia defense deals
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    Post  Pinto Fri Jan 29, 2016 7:26 am

    NEW DELHI: Russia is planning to initiate work on a joint plan to produce light military choppers in India this year and has identified the helicopters for export orders as well. Sharing details of a new Indo-Russian joint venture company to produce KA 226 helicopters, a top Russian executive has also indicated that a private Indian company could also be involved in the project and would be chosen by the Indian government.

    The agreement to jointly produce at least 200 of the KA 226
    light choppers in India was signed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Moscow visit in December and for the first time, the Russian side has shared details of the project with ET.

    Viktor Kladov, Head, International Cooperation of Rostec - Russia's overarching military systems development and export corporation - has said in an exclusive interview that France, which provides the engines for the chopper, is also onboard for technology transfer

    "A number of technical discussions will take place and I hope that before the end of this year, work will start. The chopper utilized the best technologies available globally, including the French engines. We have had negotiations with our French partners and are satisfied are on board," Kladov said, adding that HAL (the Indian JV partner for the contract) is already license producing French chopper engines.

    Rostec is also looking to jointly export military and civilian versions of the chopper from the Indian line after meeting domestic demands. "The joint agreement reads that the line will produce no less than 200 choppers. This means that 200 is a confirmed government order. We will definitely be looking at other civilian orders and international markets as well," the top executive said, adding that the chopper for be used for a variety of roles from search and rescue to medical ambulance and geo mapping

    Kladov also indicated that an Indian private company could also be brought on board for the KA 226 production as there is a provision in the joint agreement. "It is mentioned in the agreement that the Indian side will consist of HAL and another company - we don't exclude that in some part, a private Indian company could be involved. For example, it could be for certain composite elements that can be produced locally," he said.

    Officials in the Indian Defence Ministry have also told ET that one or two partners from the private sector would be considered for the project but would be chosen by the government on technical and financial parameters.

    Russia is also planning a significant presence at the upcoming Defence Expo that is being held in Goa this March. Kladov shared that over 60 Russian companies are to participate at the expo that is taking place outside the capital for the first time and several Russian systems, including tanks and combat vehicles are likely to be displayed

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    Post  Pinto Fri Jan 29, 2016 4:10 pm

    Moscow and New Delhi will offer Ka-226T light utility multirole helicopters produced in India, within the framework of a joint venture, for sale on the international markets, the head of the International Cooperation Department of Russian state technology corporation Rostec said Friday.

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    On Thursday, Russian Helicopters, which is part of the Rostec umbrella organization, reported that Russia and India had commenced a joint project to produce about 200 Ka-226T helicopters.

    "The joint agreement reads that the line will produce no less than 200 choppers. This means that 200 is a confirmed government order. We will definitely be looking at other civilian orders and international markets as well," Viktor Kladov said as quoted by India's The Economic Times newspaper.

    Kladov added that the helicopters could be used for a wide range of roles, including rescue missions.

    Introduced in 2002, the Ka-226 series of helicopters are designed by the Kamov Design Bureau, part of the Russian Helicopters company. The Ka-226T model is fitted with updated navigation and automatic control equipment, as well as an interchangeable mission pod, which allows for flexible equipment configurations.

    source- http://in.rbth.com/economics/defence/2016/01/29/russia-india-to-sell-jointly-made-ka-226ts-internationally_563353
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    Post  Pinto Fri Jan 29, 2016 6:46 pm

    India is Russia's privileged partner and Rosobornexport is implementing major defense projects for all types of armed forces in its interests

    MOSCOW, January 29. /TASS/. Media allegations that Russia is rapidly losing its positions on India’s weapons market have nothing to do with the real state of things as military technical cooperation between the two countries is developing steadily, a Russian defense sector company executive said on Friday. Russian-Indian military transport aircraft project frozen — manufacturer Indian military official advises marines to learn Russian

    "Reports that Russia is rapidly losing its positions on the Indian weapons market that have been circulated in a number of mass media outlets have nothing to do with reality," Sergei Goreslavsky, a deputy director general of Russia’s biggest arms trader Rosoboronexport, said. "Military technical cooperation between the two countries is developing steadily. India is our privileged partner and Rosobornexport is successfully implementing major defense projects for all types of armed forces in its interests."

    "Cooperation volumes might be either lower of higher in different years but the projects that are currently being implemented or are in a stage of preparation prove that our joint work, including under the important state program Make in India, is only expanding," he said.

    In an interview with TASS First Deputy Director General Mikhail Gusman in late December 2015, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that Russia had been "India’s foremost defense partner through decades, accounting for a majority of our defense equipment." "Even in the current environment, and despite India’s improved access to the world market, Russia remains our principal partner," he stressed.

    Earlier, deputy head of Russia’s Federal Service for Military Technical Cooperation Anatoly Punchuk said Moscow was not worried over India’s defense cooperation with the United States. He reminded that since 1960 India has bought Soviet-and Russian-made weapons and military hardware to a sum of $60 billon

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    Post  George1 Tue Feb 02, 2016 6:49 pm

    "Russian Helicopters" completed the delivery to India of 151 Mi-17V-5

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    Post  Pinto Wed Feb 10, 2016 8:44 am

    http://in.rbth.com/blogs/stranger_than_fiction/2016/02/09/weapons-of-destruction-russia-remains-indias-prime-vendor_566089

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    India is the largest foreign operator of the T-90. Source:AP
    Until a few years ago, Russian weapons manufacturers were the unquestioned rulers of the Indian defence sector. That changed with India’s defence diversification programme. With India looking westwards, a bunch of countries – especially Cold War untouchables US and Israel – started nibbling away at Moscow’s market share.

    But in one key area – offensive weapons platforms – Russia continues to be India’s preferred vendor. This is in stark contrast to the defensive weapons, transport aircraft and communication gear that New Delhi has sourced from western and Israeli companies.

    The Russian philosophy of offensive warfare means the Russian military forces require weapons that can kick in the door early on in a conflict. With Russian weapons you don’t sit around waiting for the enemy to come to your doorstep, but in fact go hunting for the enemy.

    AERIAL WARFARE

    Each time there is an intrusion into its airspace, the IAF scrambles the Sukhoi Su-30MKI ‘Flanker’ for interception. Whether it’s an unidentified aircraft, drone or weather balloon, the Sukhoi is the interceptor of choice vectored towards the intruder.

    Clearly, the IAF doesn’t want to take chances by scrambling the older MiG-21, which being a pure interceptor should be ideal for the task. Nor does it send the multirole – and very capable – French Mirage-2000 for such tasks. Without exception, it’s always the Flanker. With a final figure of 300 or more Sukhois, this wolf of the skies is the best example of a combat aircraft that has captured the imagination of millions of Indians.

    Also in the offensive mode is the MiG-29 ‘Fulcrum’, a multirole fighter that provided combat air patrol (CAP) during the 1999 Kargil War. The Fulcrum’s presence on the Indian side of the border ensured that IAF MiG-21, MiG-27 and Mirage-2000 aircraft were able to mount round the clock attacks on Pakistani positions while the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) watched helplessly.

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    The PAF’s American made F-16s that ventured close to battle zone fled in haste after being “painted” by the MiG-29’s radar or after the Fulcrum achieved missile lock on the F-16s. Aggressive CAPs by the Fulcrums allowed the IAF to attack with impunity, ensuring a quicker end to the war.

    The F-16 is one of the most successful jets in modern aviation, but its ‘success’ was because it only faced poorly motivated – and small – air forces such as Iraq. When faced with a modern combat jet in the hands of highly professional IAF pilots, the F-16s could only hide, not offer combat. Yet another example of a Russian jet tailored for offensive warfare.

    On the other hand, when it wanted additional strategic transport aircraft, India opted for the American made C-17 Globemaster, becoming its second largest operator, plus six C-130J Hercules transporters for its special forces and the Border Security Force. However, both acquisitions were a quid pro quo for the US removing the ‘pariah’ tag via the Indo-US nuclear deal.

    In fairness, the C-17 can lift 30,000 kg more than India’s IL-76 Ilyushins, although the Russian strategic transport aircraft has a range that’s nearly 1000 km more. The Globemaster’s extra capacity came in handy while ferrying over 4000 Indians from Yemen in April 2015.

    MISSILE WARFARE

    Air defence missiles come under aerial warfare, but their modern iterations are potential game changers and deserve a separate category.

    India’s existing air defence systems are not just outdated but they belong to the middle of the 20th century. For offensive defence, India is now looking at the S-400 Triumf. It belongs to a class of missiles – only possessed by Russia – that have strategic capabilities because of their long range and supersonic speed.

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    An S-400 missile based around Delhi can bring down a Pakistan aircraft over Lahore within seconds of launch, thereby complicating the enemy’s operation. The S-400 is a rare example of a missile defence system that can be employed in offensive mode.

    The deal was supposed to go through during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Russia in December 2015, but seems to have got stuck. The usual suspect is India’s laborious defence acquisition bureaucracy, but it could also be price.

    The India-Russia BrahMos supersonic missile with a range of 290 km is another game changer. Its highly destructive power can ensure quick elimination of well-protected enemy targets such as aircraft pens and communications bunkers. The BrahMos will be the first weapon to be launched in the event of hostilities, which makes it yet another offensive weapon from Russian stables.

    On the other hand, when it comes to purely “area defence”, India is developing surface to air missiles – especially the medium range MRSAM and long range LRSAM – with Israeli help. These missiles are designed to bring down enemy aircraft and missiles between 50 km and 100 km.

    If enemy missiles are able to evade the layer covered by the MRSAM and LRSAM, India’s own Akash SAM will protect battlefield assets within a radius of 40 km. Incidentally, the Akash was perfected with assistance provided by Russia’s NPO Mashinostroyeniya.

    LAND WARFARE


    The Indian Army is overwhelmingly a Russian weapons-based service. It is the largest foreign operator of the T-90, the most lethal and well-protected tank in the world. Its ability to cross defences – once considered impassable – has earned it the sobriquet of the “Flying Tank”. India plans to have up to 1600 of these land leviathans, which form the core of its armour spearheads.

    The army also has hundreds of Russian BMP armoured personal carriers which are part of its strike forces.

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    Russia seems to have missed out in India’s artillery sector. Providing heavy fire support for India’s Russian tanks will be western guns. The Bofors 155 howitzers from Sweden performed with devastating accuracy during the Kargil War, but additional guns could not be procured because of kickbacks in the deal worked out by Indian and Swedish Prime Ministers.

    For the next generation of artillery guns too, India has decided to go West, with the US made M177 howitzers to be inducted into India’s new mountain divisions. Future cannons will come from Samsung-Techwin of South Korea.

    Communication systems of the Indian Army are almost totally supplied by American companies.

    NAVAL WARFARE

    The Indian Navy has had a long – and fruitful – partnership with Russian companies for attack vessels. From the flagship aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya – and its complement of MiG-29K fighters – to the fleet of destroyers, frigates and missile boats, the navy relies on Russia. For those not in the loop, Vikramaditya is the largest warship ever built for export.

    It seems nothing has changed since the 1960s when India first acquired the Osa class missile boats. These boats attacked Karachi harbour during the 1971 War, and the city burned for a week. Interestingly, the missile boats were meant for “shore defence” but in an example of Indian ingenuity, the Indian Navy unleashed the Osas in “shore attack” mode.

    INS Vikramaditya. Source:INS Vikramaditya. Source: Sevmash
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    As many as 10 of the navy’s 14 submarines – both diesel and nuclear powered – are of Russian origin. During the Kargil War, INS Sindhurakshak – since lost in an accident in port – was lurking off Karachi waiting for the signal to launch its Klub missiles in a reprise of the 1971 War.

    The next generation of offensive vessels – Kilo class diesel submarines, Arihant class n-subs and Talwar class stealth frigates – are also of Russian design or make.

    Again, when it comes to maritime transport, India has chosen Japan’s US-2 amphibious aircraft over the Russian Beriev Be-200 Altair. Although the Beriev is a proven design and is popular worldwide – Portugal, Greece and Israel among other countries have used it for fire fighting – India’s decision seems understandable in the backdrop of growing strategic ties with Japan.

    You get the picture – when it comes to weapons required for offensive warfare, Russia seems to be the obvious and natural choice.

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    Post  Austin Sun Feb 14, 2016 12:20 pm

    India in talks for 2nd nuke sub lease: Russian envoy

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    In a bid to bolster its Defence and strategic reserves, India is in talks with Russia for buying various military products. Russian Ambassador to India Alexander M Kadakin told The Pioneer that the two sides are actively negotiating on the purchase of S-400 Russian air defence missiles for protection of Indian cities from any possible attacks from outside. Besides, India is negotiating for taking on lease another nuclear submarine from Russia. India is also looking at buying some more MiG 29K fighters for INS Vikramaditya, India’s largest Naval ship and aircraft carrier, bought from Russia, the envoy said.

    Speaking on the eve of Russia’s Diplomats’ Day, Kadakin said India-Russia defence relationship has been on a constant rise over the years. The ambassador added that India-Russia relationship is independent of their relations with other countries, and it remains on a stable and strong footing. “We do not feel jealous when India acquires military hardware from other countries for its strategic needs. India is a superpower in the making and we have worked always with India in military, industry and scientific areas to see it as strong as it is today,” Kadakin said.

    “Please name a country that can lease a nuclear submarine,” he added to underline Russia’s partnership with India. India is one of the six countries in the world apart from Russia, the United States of America, China, the United Kingdom and France to deploy nuclear-powered submarines.


    This is the first time there has been an official confirmation about lease of second nuke submarine even though speculation is rife about India seeking another one from Russia after the success of INS Chakra, the Akula Class submarine that has been on lease from Russia for ten years. “The hull of the submarine is ready but it has to be refurbished as per Indian needs after the talks are concluded,” Kadakin said on the second nuclear submarine.

    INS Chakra was inducted into Indian Navy about four years back. Satisfied with its performance, India is now looking at adding more to its fleet. Already India-made nuke-powered sub INS Arihant is undergoing sea trials. INS Arihant is made with technical support from Russia and India plans to make more such in future.

    Kadakin said an agreement is also being worked out for making spare parts of Sukhoi aircraft in India. Besides, Russia will soon open at least four service centres in India for the Su-30 MKI jets to help resolve the maintenance issues of the plane. As of now Hindustan Aeronautic Limited (HAL) runs the only overhauling facility for the Sukhois in India. India has about 200 Su-30 MKI jets. Kadakin said an agreement for service centre is being finalised and will be announced soon.

    Interestingly, India’s shopping list has a lot of Make in India component in it. “Our Defence relationship is completely in tune with Make in India Sukhoi spare parts will be made in India. Besides, India and Russia have already concluded a deal for Kamov Ka-226 helicopters. Russia will help India produce 200 of these machines through HAL,” Kadakin said.

    Apart from strengthening India’s military capacity, Kadakin said Russia is also working its way with Pakistan to prevent cross border terror attacks on India. “We have tried to influence Pakistan to check trans-border terrorism and have spent a lot of energy in directing its efforts in the right direction. We want Pakistan to play much more proactive role in fighting terrorism,” Kadakin said.

    Allaying Indian concerns on Russia selling four Mi-35 attack helicopters to Pakistan, Kadakin said Russia will not do even “one milimetre of action” that is detrimental to its “old and strategic partnership” with India. “There should be no worries for India. India has received 151 of Mi-17 helicopters and will be producing several more,” the envoy said.
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    Post  George1 Tue Feb 16, 2016 11:22 am

    Russian Helicopters plans to sign a contract with India for the delivery of an additional batch of 48 Mi-17V-5 military transport helicopters in 2016, the company’s deputy director general said Tuesday.

    Read more: http://sputniknews.com/military/20160216/1034825316/russia-india-deal-helicopters-delivery-2016.html#ixzz40JyYUuPd
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    Post  Pinto Tue Feb 16, 2016 5:51 pm

    Mi-17V-5 is the highly successful heliccopter both with IAF and Indian army
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    Post  Pinto Fri Feb 26, 2016 7:24 pm

    NEW DELHI: Russian arms supplier Rosoboronexport has submitted a commercial proposal to the Defence Ministry for the army's plan to procure 48 additional Mi-17V-5 helicopters and a formal contract is expected to be signed by this year end.

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    Rostec State Corporation, parent company of Rosoboronexport, said it expects to close a new contract for 48 units of the helicopters for the Indian armed forces soon.

    "A commercial proposal has been presented to the Indian side earlier this February and after the commercial terms are agreed upon, a firm order is expected to be received this year," it said in a statement.

    In 2008-2015, Rosoboronexport had already supplied a total of 151 units of the Mi-17V-5, produced by the Kazan Helicopter Plant of 'Russian Helicopters', another company of Rostec State Corporation.

    "The negotiations within this contact have been launched. Currently the Indian side is considering our commercial proposal, which we sent earlier this month.

    "Over a long time, Russian helicopters have gained a reputation for being very efficient and reliable machines and the intention of the Indian army to purchase a new batch of Mi-17V-5 is proof of that," Sergei Chemezov, CEO of Rostec State Corporation, said.

    Since this is not the first contract for these helicopters, Chemezov assumes that the negotiations will not take a long time.

    "The technical specifications and parameters have been agreed, the two parties will only have to agree upon the commercial terms. It is not just about price, which is affected by inflation, but also the order and timing of deliveries and payments. I am sure that the contract will be concluded this year, perhaps even in a few months," he said.

    Designed to transport cargo inside the cabin and on an external sling, the Mi-17V-5 is one of the world's most advanced military transport helicopters.

    It can be deployed in troop and arms transport, fire support, convoy escort, Patrol, and search-and-rescue (SAR) missions.

    Mi-17V-5, supplied to India, ranks among the most technically advanced helicopters of the Mi-8/17 type, incorporating the best engineering solutions of previous generations.

    India continues to be one of the largest operators of Russian airborne equipment. In the history of aviation cooperation between the two nations, enterprises that are currently united into the Russian Helicopters holding company have delivered to India 110 units ofthe Mi-8 and about 160 units of the Mi-17.

    In 2008, Rosoboronexport signed a contract for the delivery of 80 Mi-17V-5 to India, which was completed in 2011-2013. In 2012-2013, three additional contracts were signed to supply a total of 71 Mi-17V-5 helicopters to meet the needs of the Indian Air Force.

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    Post  Pinto Mon Feb 29, 2016 5:57 pm

    NEW DELHI, February 29. /TASS/. Russia continues to be the largest arms supplier to India with a total value of agreements exceeding 340 billion rupees (more than $5 billion) over the past three years, the Indian Defense Ministry said in a statement on Monday.

    According to it, the United States ranks second, with 300 billion rupees (about $4.4 billion) allocated from India’s budget on its military products from 2012-2013 to 2014-2015 fiscal years.

    Russia also maintained its leading positions in the number of defense contracts signed with India within this period of time.
    "From 2012-2013 to 2014-2015 fiscal years, 162 arms purchase contracts were signed, among them 67 with other countries, including Russia (18 agreements), the United States (13) and France (six)," the defense ministry said.

    In India, a fiscal year begins on April 1 and ends on March 31.


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