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Rajnath Singh to Inaugurate DefConnect 4.0 in Delhi

By Editor - News Desk October 6, 2024

Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh is set to inaugurate DefConnect 4.0 on October 7, 2024, at the Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt. The event, organized by Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) under the Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO), is a significant step towards advancing indigenous defence innovation and celebrating the country’s rapidly growing defence ecosystem. A

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IAF Chief Discusses S-400 Delays, Defence Readiness, and Modernisation Plans

By Editor - News Desk October 6, 2024

Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, PVSM, AVSM addressed the media ahead of the 92nd Air Force Day, providing insights into India’s defence readiness, the impact of geopolitical developments on military supplies, and the ongoing efforts to strengthen the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) capabilities. Speaking on the delay in the delivery of S-400 missile units, […]

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IAF Showcases Air Power in Spectacular Marina Sky Display

By Editor - News Desk October 6, 2024

In a stunning spectacle, the Indian Air Force (IAF) captivated thousands of spectators at Chennai’s Marina Beach with an impressive aerial display on Sunday, October 6, 2024. The event, marking the 92nd IAF Day, featured 72 aircraft, including the state-of-the-art Rafale jets, performing breathtaking maneuvers over the iconic Marina skyline. The air show, which is […]

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Indian Naval Ships Visit Oman to Strengthen Maritime Cooperation

By Editor - News Desk October 6, 2024

Indian Naval Ships Tir, Shardul, and the Indian Coast Guard Ship Veera from the First Training Squadron (1TS) arrived in Muscat, Oman, on October 5, 2024, as part of a long-range training deployment. The port call highlights the growing maritime defence relations between India and Oman, aimed at enhancing regional maritime security and operational interoperability. […]

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DRDO Successfully Tests Advanced VSHORADS Missile System

By Editor - News Desk October 6, 2024

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted three flight tests of the advanced Very Short Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) missile at the Pokhran Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan on October 3 and 4, 2024. The tests showcased the missile’s exceptional capabilities against high-speed targets, proving its performance in diverse

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Indian Army Receives First Domestically Built Sub-Machine Gun

By BPN News Desk October 3, 2024

The Indian Army has taken delivery of the country’s first indigenously developed sub-machine guns, ASMI. Designed, developed, and manufactured within a short span of three years, ASMI stands as a major milestone in India’s journey towards self-reliance in defence production. ASMI Outperforms International Competitors ASMI, short for “Asmita,” meaning pride in

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Indian Army Enhances Artillery with Advanced Weapon Systems Along China Border

By BPN News Desk September 28, 2024

The Indian Army is set to significantly upgrade its artillery units along the northern border with China by acquiring new weapon systems, including an additional batch of 100 K9 Vajra howitzers, swarm drones, loitering munitions, and advanced surveillance systems. The move is aimed at strengthening the combat capabilities of its artillery units amid rising national […]