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India Advances Air Defence with Indigenous VSHORADS Procurement

By BPN News Desk May 5, 2025

The Indian government has initiated the procurement process for the next-generation Very Short Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS), aiming to bolster the nation’s air defence capabilities. The Ministry of Defence has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for 48 launchers, 48 night-vision sights, 85 missiles, and one missile test station under the “Buy”

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NIA Probes Use of Banned Chinese Tech in Pahalgam Attack

By BPN News Desk May 4, 2025

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has intensified its probe into the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam that left 26 civilians dead, including a Nepalese national. As the investigation progresses, a new technological link has emerged pointing toward the use of banned Chinese devices and apps by the terrorists involved. Among the seized items is a […]

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DRDO Successfully Tests High-Altitude Airship

By BPN News Desk May 4, 2025

In a major breakthrough for India’s aerial surveillance capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully completed the maiden flight-trials of a Stratospheric Airship Platform. The trial was conducted at a test site in Madhya Pradesh and marked the first time such a platform developed indigenously reached stratospheric altitude. The

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Pakistani Ranger Detained by BSF Amid Escalating Border Tensions

By BPN News Desk May 4, 2025

In a development that underscores escalating hostilities between India and Pakistan, the Border Security Force (BSF) detained a Pakistani Ranger in Rajasthan’s Sri Ganganagar district on May 3, 2025. The apprehension comes against the backdrop of soaring bilateral tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir that killed 26 people, mostly tourists. The

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US Approves $131M Maritime Surveillance Equipment Sale to India

By BPN News Desk May 2, 2025

In a significant move to bolster maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region, the United States has approved a potential sale of maritime surveillance equipment to India, valued at approximately $131 million. This development underscores the deepening defense ties between the two nations and their shared commitment to maintaining stability in the region. The proposed sale

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Amit Shah Vows to Hunt Down Pahalgam Attack Perpetrators

By BPN News Desk May 2, 2025

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has issued a strong warning to the perpetrators of the Pahalgam terror attack, declaring that the government will ensure each of them is brought to justice. Addressing a gathering in New Delhi, Shah said, “We will hunt down each and every perpetrator,” while reaffirming the government’s zero-tolerance policy toward terrorism. […]

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Dassault to Build Rafale Fuselage & MRO Units in India

By BPN News Desk May 1, 2025

In a major boost to India’s defense manufacturing and self-reliance ambitions, French aerospace firm Dassault Aviation is set to establish a fuselage production facility for Rafale fighter jets along with Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) infrastructure in the country. This initiative follows the recent €7 billion agreement for the purchase of 26 Rafale-Marine

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India Reviews Pakistan Policy After Pahalgam Attack

By BPN News Desk April 30, 2025

Amid rising tensions with Pakistan following the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, the Indian government convened two of its most powerful cabinet committees to reassess the country’s response and security posture. The meetings took place in New Delhi and were seen as a pivotal step in shaping India’s strategy going forward. The Cabinet Committee on […]

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India, France to Sign Mega Rafale Marine Fighter Jets Deal

By BPN News Desk April 28, 2025

India and France are set to sign a landmark ₹63,000 crore defense deal today for the acquisition of 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets, a move poised to significantly enhance the Indian Navy’s operational prowess. The new fighters are intended to strengthen the air power capabilities of India’s premier aircraft carriers, INS Vikrant and INS Vikramaditya. […]

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HAL, L&T, Tata to Accelerate Tejas Mk1A Deliveries

By BPN News Desk April 27, 2025

In a major boost to India’s indigenous defense manufacturing ambitions, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has partnered with Larsen & Toubro (L&T) and Tata Aerospace to accelerate the production of the Tejas Mk1A fighter jets. This collaboration is designed to meet the growing operational requirements of the Indian Air Force (IAF) and strengthen India’s