Indian Defence Review Online

Public Sector: survival through circumventing competition

By Maj Gen Mrinal Suman
Issue: Vol 24.2 Apr-Jun 2009

The current equipment profile of the Indian Armed Forces has been a matter of serious disquiet to all those who are concerned with national security issues. Many wonder if India possesses the necessary punch to safeguard its national interests. Articles appearing in the press indicate a requirement of 100 billion dollars and a time span [...]

July 2nd, 2009.

Aero India 2009: Defence Industries News

By Bhavna Pandey
Issue: Vol 24.2 Apr-Jun 2009

Boeing C 17 Globemaster
In response to the Request for Information (RFI) on strategic airlift aircraft from the Indian Ministry of Defence received in 2008, Boeing IDS responded with an offer of the C 17, Globemaster III. This most advanced military airlift aircraft in the world can undertake diverse mission demands around the globe. 

June 1st, 2009.