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Indian Army to Add Six Pinaka Rocket Regiments by 2026

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

The Indian Army is poised to significantly enhance its LAC and LoC firepower by inducting six new Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher (MBRL) regiments by 2026. This expansion builds on earlier deployments and aligns with broader efforts to modernize artillery capabilities along hostile frontiers. Pinaka Regiments Take Center Stage Currently supporting border defense, four

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Falcon 2000 MRA Jets to Be Made in India for Indian Navy

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

Reliance Aerostructure and Dassault Aviation are set to offer a made-in-India variant of the Falcon 2000 jet, specially modified for multi-role maritime operations, to the Indian Navy. The aircraft, known as the Falcon 2000 MRA (Maritime Reconnaissance Aircraft), is being positioned as a cutting-edge platform to enhance India’s maritime surveillance and defense

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IIT Bombay Builds Rapid‑Deploy ‘Smart Bunkers’ to Boost Army Defense

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

In a significant leap forward for battlefield infrastructure, researchers at IIT Bombay, in partnership with the College of Military Engineering (CME), Pune, have developed modular, high-performance bunkers designed to offer swift deployment and enhanced protection for soldiers and strategic assets. Modular Bunkers Developed over nine years, these shelters are built from

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India to Finalise F‑414 Jet Engine Deal with US by March 2026

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

India is on course to finalise a major defence agreement with GE Aerospace of the United States for the domestic production of F‑414 jet engines by March 2026. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), which will spearhead the production, has confirmed that the discussions around the critical technology transfer component of the deal are nearly complete, with […]

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DRDO Offers 28 Indigenous Weapons for Emergency Procurement

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

In a major push towards defence self-reliance, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has submitted a list of 28 indigenous weapon systems to the Ministry of Defence for acquisition under the emergency procurement route. This initiative aims to expedite the equipping of Indian armed forces with homegrown capabilities in light of evolving security

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HAL Assures Faster Tejas Deliveries After IAF Flags Delay

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has moved to address concerns raised by the Indian Air Force (IAF) over delays in the production of the Tejas Mk1A fighter jets. The public rebuke came earlier this year when Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh pointed out that not a single Tejas Mk1A had been delivered so far, casting […]

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Defence Ministry Clears ₹2,000 Cr for Counter-Terror Readiness

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

In a decisive move to strengthen the Army’s frontline capabilities against emerging terror threats, the Ministry of Defence has approved nearly ₹1,982 crore worth of contracts under the emergency procurement framework. The contracts were cleared under the leadership of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, focused specifically on equipping units with faster-response tools and

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Defence Secretary Singh Backs Faster Buying Over Bigger Budget

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

India’s Defence Secretary, Rajesh Kumar Singh, has downplayed concerns over budget limitations, asserting that the primary obstacle to enhancing military readiness is the slow pace of procurement—not the total amount allocated. His comments come amid growing pressure to raise defence spending to 4% of GDP, up from the current ~2%. “Our challenge isn’t budget quantum but

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India Rules Out F‑35 and Su‑57 Deals, Focus Remains on AMCA

By BPN News Desk June 23, 2025

India’s Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh has officially clarified that the country is not engaged in any formal procurement talks for either the American F‑35A or the Russian Su‑57E fifth-generation fighter jets. His remarks come amid persistent speculation that India was considering acquiring one or both platforms for its future air dominance strategy. No Formal […]

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DRDO Unveils Hypersonic Missiles, BrahMos‑NG, New Air Defence Systems

By BPN News Desk June 21, 2025

India is rapidly advancing its indigenous defence capabilities with a powerful new lineup of next-generation weapons and technologies. Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Chairman Dr. Samir V. Kamat has outlined a comprehensive roadmap covering hypersonic strike platforms, next-generation cruise missiles, advanced air defence systems, and stealth aircraft