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Indian Defence Attache Claims Jets Lost in Op Sindoor Amid Political Constraints

By BPN News Desk June 30, 2025

A recently disclosed statement from India’s defence attaché has revealed that the Indian Air Force lost fighter jets during Operation Sindoor, but was constrained from deploying full military capability due to political directives. The revelation sheds light on the impact of political decisions on operational strategy and asset deployment in sensitive military missions.

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Security Forces Hunt Down JeM Militants in J&K’s Basantgarh

By BPN News Desk June 27, 2025

Security forces have intensified a joint counter-insurgency operation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district, targeting three Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terrorists believed to be hiding in the forested region of Basantgarh. The operation, launched after a fierce gunfight on June 26 that resulted in the killing of one militant identified as Haider alias “Maulvi”, is being

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Navy Employee Arrested for Spying for Pakistan During ‘Operation Sindoor’

By BPN News Desk June 26, 2025

A civilian employee working with the Indian Navy has been arrested on charges of spying for Pakistan, allegedly sharing sensitive information during the recent “Operation Sindoor” anti-terror strikes. The arrest was made following a detailed intelligence-led investigation by India’s security agencies, which uncovered suspicious communications and data transfers to

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Encounter Erupts in Udhampur as Amarnath Yatra Nears

By BPN News Desk June 26, 2025

A high-stakes encounter erupted in the Basantgarh region of Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district on Thursday morning, just days before the commencement of the annual Amarnath Yatra. The joint operation, codenamed Operation Bihali, was launched by the Indian Army’s White Knight Corps in coordination with the Jammu and Kashmir Police following intelligence inputs on

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DRDO, Bharat Forge Unveil Ultra-Light Rifle for Urban Combat

By BPN News Desk June 26, 2025

In a significant boost to India’s close-quarter combat capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Bharat Forge have jointly developed a lightweight Close Quarter Battle (CQB) carbine tailored for urban warfare. Remarkably, the rifle weighs just around 3.3 kg—lighter than a typical kitchen pressure cooker—yet offers robust performance

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BrahMos Delivers 15 Indigenous Manik Engines to DRDO

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

BrahMos Aerospace Pvt Ltd (BAPL) has delivered 15 Manik Small Turbofan Engines (STFE) to India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), marking a significant milestone in the nation’s pursuit of self-reliance in missile and UAV propulsion. These deliveries are part of a total order for 35 units, supporting the development of India’s indigenous cruise

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Rajnath Singh Empowers CDS to Issue Joint Orders to Armed Forces

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

In a transformative development for India’s military structure, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has officially authorised the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) to issue joint operational orders to the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. This move reinforces the government’s commitment to integrated warfare readiness and streamlining military command under a unified leadership. CDS

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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