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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

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India’s Gaganyaan Mission Achieves Milestone with CE20 Engine Test

By BPN News Desk April 26, 2025

India’s ambitious human spaceflight program, Gaganyaan, moved a crucial step closer to reality as ISRO achieved a major milestone with the successful hot test of the CE20 engine. Conducted at the High Altitude Test Facility at ISRO Propulsion Complex, Mahendragiri, this test validates significant enhancements in the cryogenic engine’s performance essential for the

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India Retaliates After LoC Firing Post Pahalgam Attack

By BPN News Desk April 25, 2025

In the wake of the deadly terror strike in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, tensions between India and Pakistan have sharply escalated. Late Thursday night, Pakistani troops initiated unprovoked firing along the Line of Control, prompting swift and strong retaliation from Indian forces. Military officials confirmed that India responded “effectively” and that no

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Security Forces Seize Arms Cache in Manipur Operations

By BPN News Desk April 22, 2025

Security forces in Manipur have intensified counter-insurgency efforts, leading to the successful recovery of a significant cache of arms and ammunition during joint operations conducted from April 13 to 19, 2025. The operations were carried out by the Indian Army, Assam Rifles, Manipur Police, and were supported by personnel from the CRPF, BSF, and ITBP. […]

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IAF to Arm Rafale Jets with Indigenous Astra Missiles

By BPN News Desk April 21, 2025

In a significant boost to its air combat capabilities and self-reliance goals, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is preparing to integrate indigenous Astra Mk1 and Mk2 beyond-visual-range air-to-air missiles (BVRAAMs) onto its Rafale fighter jets. This marks a strategic shift away from imported French MICA missiles currently deployed on the aircraft. The move is part […]