France Signals Stronger India Defence Cooperation

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2026

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France President Emmanuel Macron has said that the Dassault Rafale fighter jet will strengthen India’s defence capabilities and signalled that New Delhi and Paris may expand their defence cooperation, including higher indigenous content in future deals and potential submarine sales. Rafale To

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India To Commission Third Nuclear Submarine

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2026

India is expected to commission its third indigenous nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine by the summer of 2026, further strengthening its strategic maritime deterrence. The submarine, INS Aridhaman, is currently in the final stages of trials and is likely to be inducted into service in the coming months. Indian Navy To Commission Third Indigenous Nuclear Submarine

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India France Renew Defence Pact For 10 Years

By BPN News Desk February 18, 2026

India and France have renewed their long-standing defence partnership with a new agreement extending cooperation for another decade, reinforcing military collaboration, technology sharing and joint production efforts between the two countries. India France Defence Cooperation Agreement The renewed framework updates an earlier defence roadmap and sets the direction for

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US Delegation Visits Indian Army Western Command

By BPN News Desk February 17, 2026

A United States (US) diplomatic and military delegation visited the Indian Army Western Command headquarters in Chandigarh, highlighting ongoing defence engagement and operational coordination between the two countries. US Envoy Visit To Western Command Headquarters The delegation included the US Ambassador and a senior American military commander who held meetings with

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PM Modi Says Defence Spending Aligned With Threats

By BPN News Desk February 16, 2026

Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi said India’s defence spending is being modernised to match current security realities, stressing the need to adapt to emerging threats and technological changes affecting warfare. India Defence Spending Modernisation Addressing a gathering, the Prime Minister stated that defence allocations are now aligned with evolving challenges such as

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Defence Ministry Orders Eight Dornier-228 Aircraft

By BPN News Desk February 12, 2026

The Ministry of Defence has approved the acquisition of eight Dornier-228 aircraft from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to strengthen surveillance and operational capabilities. Defence Ministry Dornier-228 Aircraft Purchase The procurement, valued at about ₹2,312 crore, will add additional utility aircraft to support transport, reconnaissance and maritime roles. The

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India Clears Deal To Buy 114 Rafale Jets

By BPN News Desk February 12, 2026

The government of India has cleared a major defence acquisition plan to procure 114 Rafale fighter aircraft, marking one of the largest air force modernisation proposals in recent years. India Rafale Fighter Jet Deal Approval Authorities approved the proposal valued at about ₹3.25 lakh crore under the multi-role fighter aircraft programme aimed at strengthening combat […]

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India Greece Sign Defence Cooperation Pact

By BPN News Desk February 10, 2026

India and Greece signed a joint declaration of intent aimed at expanding defence industrial cooperation, marking a step toward deeper military and technology collaboration between the two countries. India Greece Defence Cooperation Agreement The declaration focuses on strengthening cooperation in defence manufacturing, research and technology development. Officials

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Five Tejas Jets Ready for IAF Delivery says HAL

By BPN News Desk February 5, 2026

Five Light Combat Aircraft Tejas jets are ready for delivery to the Indian Air Force, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited said, marking continued progress in indigenous fighter production. Tejas Jets Delivery IAF HAL confirmed the aircraft have completed production and testing requirements and are prepared for induction into the Indian Air Force fleet. The jets are part […]

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Two Terrorists Killed in Operation Kiya in Udhampur

By BPN News Desk February 4, 2026

Two terrorists were killed in a joint counter-terrorism operation by security forces in the Basantgarh area of Udhampur district on Wednesday, officials said. Joint Operation by Security Forces The operation, codenamed Operation Kiya, was carried out by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and central security forces following specific intelligence inputs about