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GE Aerospace to Deliver 11 Additional F404-IN20 Engines to India in 2025

By BPN News Desk March 27, 2025

GE Aerospace has begun delivering F404-IN20 engines to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) as part of its commitment to support India’s Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A program. Following the first engine delivery on March 25, 2025, the company has confirmed that 11 additional engines will be supplied by the end of this year, reinforcing India’s […]

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DRDO & Indian Navy Successfully Test Vertically-Launched Short-Range Surface-to-Air Missile

By BPN News Desk March 27, 2025

On March 26, 2025, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy successfully conducted a flight-test of the indigenously-developed Vertically-Launched Short-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (VLSRSAM) at the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, off the coast of Odisha. The test was carried out using a land-based vertical launcher and was aimed

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New Army Division to Focus on Eastern Ladakh

By BPN News Desk March 27, 2025

In a strategic move to bolster India’s defense capabilities along its northern borders, the Indian Army is planning the creation of a new division to specifically focus on Eastern Ladakh. This division will play a crucial role in enhancing India’s military preparedness in the region, especially after the standoff with China that began in 2020. […]

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HAL Seeks Private Partners for AMCA Joint Production with 12.5% Stake Offer

By BPN News Desk March 27, 2025

In a significant move aimed at bolstering India’s defense manufacturing capabilities, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has issued an Expression of Interest (EOI) to select four private Indian companies as partners for the production of the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). This collaboration is pivotal to India’s push for self-reliance in aerospace

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7th Tejas Mk1A Aircraft Rolls Out, Marking Key Milestone for HAL

By BPN News Desk March 26, 2025

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has achieved a significant milestone in India’s indigenous defense aviation program with the successful rollout of the 7th Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A jet, designated LA-5039. This event, which took place on March 25, 2025, showcases the progress of HAL’s ambitious Tejas program, demonstrating the company’s accelerated

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Government Signs ₹6,900 Crore Defence Contracts with Bharat Forge and Tata Advanced Systems

By BPN News Desk March 26, 2025

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has entered into significant agreements totaling ₹6,900 crore with Bharat Forge Limited and Tata Advanced Systems Limited. These contracts aim to enhance India’s artillery capabilities and military mobility. Advanced Towed Artillery Gun Systems (ATAGS) Bharat Forge, emerging as the lowest bidder, will manufacture 60% of the 155mm/52

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GE Aerospace Delivers First F404-IN20 Engine for India’s Tejas Mk1A

By BPN News Desk March 26, 2025

GE Aerospace has delivered the first F404-IN20 engine to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for integration into India’s Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A. This marks a significant milestone for India’s indigenous fighter jet program, especially after a two-year delay caused primarily by global supply chain disruptions. The delivery is expected to accelerate the

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Estonia Seeks Collaboration with India on Air Defense Radars

By BPN News Desk March 26, 2025

In a move aimed at upgrading its military capabilities, Estonia is exploring collaboration with India for the procurement and integration of advanced air defense radar systems. The Baltic nation has outlined plans to replace its current radar infrastructure by 2027, seeking technologically advanced yet cost-effective solutions to bolster its airspace surveillance. India,

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India to Approve ₹45,000 Crore Deal for 156 Indigenous LCHs

By BPN News Desk March 26, 2025

India is preparing to approve a major defense acquisition worth ₹45,000 crore for the purchase of 156 indigenous Light Combat Helicopters (LCH) from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). This procurement is poised to significantly enhance the aerial combat and high-altitude operational capabilities of both the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force (IAF), aligning with the

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Indian Army Advances with Kamikaze Drones and Autonomous UAVs

By BPN News Desk March 25, 2025

The Indian Army is significantly enhancing its combat capabilities by integrating kamikaze drones, also known as loitering munitions, into its operations. These drones are designed to hover over a designated area, identify targets autonomously, and strike with precision, sacrificing themselves in the process. This new-age weapon system offers real-time tactical