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India-Made ‘Vajra Shot’ Anti-Drone Gun Boasts 4 Km Range

By BPN News Desk October 28, 2024

At the Swavlamban 2024 exhibition held in Delhi, the India-made ‘Vajra Shot’ anti-drone gun, designed to detect and neutralize drones up to four kilometers away, grabbed the spotlight. Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi inspected the advanced weapon system during the event, which showcases indigenous defense innovations. A Key Anti-Drone Solution The

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First Made-in-India C-295 Aircraft to Roll Out by September 2026

By BPN News Desk October 28, 2024

The first C-295 aircraft manufactured in India is set to roll out of the Vadodara facility by September 2026, according to official sources. This milestone is part of the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) larger procurement of 56 C-295 aircraft, contracted in September 2021. The facility was established following the foundation stone-laying ceremony by Prime Minister […]

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Rajnath Singh to Celebrate Diwali with Soldiers on India-China Border in Arunachal

By BPN News Desk October 27, 2024

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will celebrate Diwali with soldiers stationed along the India-China border in Arunachal Pradesh’s Tawang district on October 31, according to sources. This visit is symbolic of India’s strong commitment to securing its borders, particularly in the sensitive region near the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Tawang: A Strategic Border Location

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PM Modi to Inaugurate Tata Complex for C-295 Aircraft Production in Gujarat

By BPN News Desk October 26, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Gujarat on Monday to inaugurate the Tata Aircraft Complex for manufacturing C-295 military aircraft. The facility, developed by Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), is a milestone as it will be the first private sector Final Assembly Line (FAL) for military aircraft in India. This event will also see the […]

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CDS Inaugurates National Conference on Defence Technology for Vision India 2047

By BPN News Desk October 26, 2024

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan virtually inaugurated the two-day National Conference on Technology Management (TECHMA 2024) on October 24, 2024. The conference, themed ‘Technology Management in Defence Sector for Vision India @2047,’ was organized by the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) at the Institute of Technology Management,

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Indian Army Hosts Chanakya Defence Dialogue 2024 on Strategic Security

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2024

The Indian Army is set to host the second edition of the Chanakya Defence Dialogue on October 24-25, 2024, at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi. This high-profile international seminar, themed “Drivers in Nation Building: Fuelling Growth Through Comprehensive Security,” will bring together a global audience of policymakers, military personnel, strategic thinkers,

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India Launches 4th Nuclear-Missile Submarine Amid Rising Global Tensions

By BPN News Desk October 22, 2024

In a strategic move to enhance its nuclear deterrence capabilities, India has launched its fourth nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) at the Ship Building Center (SBC) in Visakhapatnam. The submarine, codenamed S4, was launched on October 16, 2024, marking another critical milestone for India’s naval defense. This development follows the commissioning of the

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India Delays 6th-Generation Fighter Development to Mid-2040s

By BPN News Desk October 21, 2024

India has no immediate plans to develop a 6th-generation air superiority fighter until at least the mid-2040s, according to recent reports. The Indian Air Force is currently focused on its 5th-generation Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) project, which is set to fill capability gaps over the next decade. 6th-Generation Fighter to Replace Su-30MKI Fleet The […]

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IAF Pushes for Avionics Self-Reliance with ₹6,000 Crore Projects in Pune

By BPN News Desk October 20, 2024

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has launched a significant ₹6,000 crore initiative aimed at achieving self-reliance in avionics and other critical defense technologies. This major step was announced during the Indian Air Force’s review of its Base Repair Depot (BRD) in Pune, underscoring the need for indigenous advancements in defense production. IAF’s Move Towards

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Rajnath Singh Urges Military Leaders to Embrace Tech for Strategic Edge

By Editor - News Desk October 19, 2024

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has called on military leaders to adopt a forward-thinking approach in addressing modern challenges. Speaking at the MPhil Convocation ceremony of the 62nd National Defence College (NDC) course in New Delhi on October 19, 2024, Singh emphasized the need for military officers to think critically, adapt quickly, and embrace the […]