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IAF Chief Highlights Urgent Need for Fighter Jet Acquisition

By BPN News Desk March 1, 2025

The Chief of the Indian Air Force (IAF), Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, has emphasized the critical need for India to enhance its aerial combat capabilities. He stressed that the IAF must acquire 35 to 40 fighter jets annually to address the shortfall in operational squadrons and maintain national security. Declining Squadron Strength The […]

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IAF Seeks Annual Induction of 35-40 Fighter Jets; Emphasizes Private Sector Participation

By BPN News Desk February 28, 2025

The Indian Air Force requires 35-40 new fighter jets annually to address fleet gaps and future retirements. Air Chief Marshal AP Singh highlights the need for private sector involvement alongside HAL to meet this demand.

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Indian Army Enhances CBRN Defense with Indigenous ACADA Systems

By BPN News Desk February 27, 2025

The Indian Army has taken a significant step to bolster its Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) defense capabilities by procuring 223 Automatic Chemical Agent Detection and Alarm (ACADA) systems. This acquisition, formalized on February 25, 2025, involves a contract worth ₹80.43 crore with Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Limited under the ‘Buy Indian

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Indian Navy to Induct ‘Tamal’ Stealth Frigate from Russia

By BPN News Desk February 27, 2025

The Indian Navy is poised to enhance its maritime strength with the induction of ‘Tamal,’ an advanced stealth guided-missile frigate constructed at Russia’s Yantar Shipyard. This vessel, designed for multi-role operations, is equipped with the formidable BrahMos anti-ship missile system, significantly boosting India’s naval combat capabilities.

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DRDO and Indian Navy Successfully Test Indigenous Anti-Ship Missile

By BPN News Desk February 27, 2025

On February 25, 2025, the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy conducted successful flight trials of a pioneering Naval Anti-Ship Missile (NASM-SR) at the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur. This test showcased the missile’s capability to engage ship targets when launched from an Indian Naval Seaking helicopter. Successful

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India’s Rafale Fleet May Remain Limited Amid Potential F-35 Acquisition

By BPN News Desk February 27, 2025

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is at a pivotal point in its modernization efforts, facing decisions that could mirror historical procurement patterns. The current fleet of French-made Rafale jets, though advanced, may remain limited in number as India explores the acquisition of the American F-35 Lightning II stealth fighters. Historical Context: Mirage-2000 Procurement In the

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GE Proposes Advanced F414 Engine for India’s AMCA Mk2

By BPN News Desk February 26, 2025

At the recent Aero India 2025 airshow in Bengaluru, GE Aerospace unveiled its proposal to supply an advanced variant of the F414 engine for India’s Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) Mk2. The company expressed its readiness to collaborate with India’s Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) to develop a more powerful engine core tailored to the […]

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BSF Neutralizes Pakistani Intruder at Pathankot Border

By BPN News Desk February 26, 2025

In the early hours of Wednesday, vigilant Border Security Force (BSF) personnel neutralized a Pakistani intruder attempting to cross the International Border (IB) near Pathankot, Punjab. The incident occurred at the Tashpatan Border Out Post (BOP), where troops observed suspicious movement from the Pakistani side. Despite being challenged, the individual continued

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Kalyani’s Jejuri Plant to Become Major Global Artillery Manufacturer

By Editor - News Desk February 25, 2025

Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited (KSSL), a subsidiary of Bharat Forge Limited, is poised to inaugurate a cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Jejuri, near Pune, Maharashtra. This state-of-the-art plant is designed to produce between 250 to 300 artillery guns and over 1,000 military vehicles annually, positioning it as one of the largest artillery manufacturing units

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Government Panel Proposes Private Sector Participation

By BPN News Desk February 25, 2025

In a strategic move to enhance India’s defense manufacturing capabilities, a high-level government panel has recommended involving private sector companies in the production of the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A. This initiative aims to expedite delivery schedules, address production challenges, and reduce dependence on foreign imports, aligning with the