♦ The Defence Research & Development Organization (DRDO) launched an assault rifle 'Ugram' on 8 January 2024. The weapon was developed at the Armament Research and Development Establishments (ARDE), Pune. This is designed to meet the Indian Army's 'GSQR' (General Staff Qualitative Requirement) of a rifle weighing less than four kg. Ugram weighs less than four kilograms and has an effective range of 500 metres. Having a 20-round magazine, the rifle has a rivet-free design and is capable of firing in both single as well as full auto mode. Ugram, a state-of-the-art assault rifle of the 7.62 x 51 mm calibre.