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India Signs ₹32,000 Crore Deal for US Predator Drones

By BPN News Desk October 15, 2024

India has bolstered its military strength by signing a ₹32,000 crore deal with the United States to acquire Predator MQ-9B drones. The agreement, formalized under the foreign military sales framework, was signed in New Delhi on October 15 in the presence of senior defense officials from both nations. This strategic procurement further cements the growing […]

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India to Boost Airfield Infrastructure Along China Border

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2024

In response to China’s rapid airfield infrastructure development along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), the Indian Ministry of Defence (MoD) and the Indian Air Force (IAF) are advancing plans to take over three airstrips in Uttarakhand and establish a new one in Himachal Pradesh. The move aims to enhance India’s defense capabilities and counter […]

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Rajnath Singh Inaugurates 75 BRO Projects Worth Rs 2,236 Crore

By Editor - News Desk October 12, 2024

Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh virtually inaugurated 75 infrastructure projects of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) on October 12, 2024, from the Trishakti Corps Headquarters in Sukna, West Bengal. These projects, valued at Rs 2,236 crore, include 22 roads, 51 bridges, and two additional projects across 11 states and union territories, including Jammu & Kashmir,

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India Approves ₹80,000 Crore Defence Deal with US for Drones and Submarines

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

The Indian government has approved a massive ₹80,000 crore defence deal with the United States, aimed at significantly boosting the country’s military capabilities. The deal includes the procurement of 31 MQ-9B Predator drones and the development of two nuclear-powered conventional strike submarines (SSNs), which will be built indigenously in India. The Cabinet Committee

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Army Jawan Abducted by Terrorists in Anantnag, J&K

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2024

Security forces launch search operation after two Territorial Army soldiers are abducted; one soldier manages to escape. A Territorial Army (TA) soldier has reportedly been abducted by terrorists in Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir, according to sources cited by ANI on Wednesday, October 9. The incident occurred in a forested area of Anantnag, where two TA […]

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IAF Demonstrates High-Altitude Target Neutralisation Using Rafale Jets

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2024

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has successfully demonstrated its capability to neutralise high-altitude spy balloon-type targets at over 55,000 feet along India’s eastern front, according to a recent report by news agency ANI. The operation, carried out under the Eastern Air Command’s area of responsibility, involved the use of a Rafale fighter jet and was […]

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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. […]