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DRDO, Bharat Forge Unveil Ultra-Light Rifle for Urban Combat

By BPN News Desk June 26, 2025

In a significant boost to India’s close-quarter combat capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Bharat Forge have jointly developed a lightweight Close Quarter Battle (CQB) carbine tailored for urban warfare. Remarkably, the rifle weighs just around 3.3 kg—lighter than a typical kitchen pressure cooker—yet offers robust performance

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BrahMos Delivers 15 Indigenous Manik Engines to DRDO

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

BrahMos Aerospace Pvt Ltd (BAPL) has delivered 15 Manik Small Turbofan Engines (STFE) to India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), marking a significant milestone in the nation’s pursuit of self-reliance in missile and UAV propulsion. These deliveries are part of a total order for 35 units, supporting the development of India’s indigenous cruise

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Rajnath Singh Empowers CDS to Issue Joint Orders to Armed Forces

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

In a transformative development for India’s military structure, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has officially authorised the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) to issue joint operational orders to the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. This move reinforces the government’s commitment to integrated warfare readiness and streamlining military command under a unified leadership. CDS

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Indian Army to Add Six Pinaka Rocket Regiments by 2026

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

The Indian Army is poised to significantly enhance its LAC and LoC firepower by inducting six new Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher (MBRL) regiments by 2026. This expansion builds on earlier deployments and aligns with broader efforts to modernize artillery capabilities along hostile frontiers. Pinaka Regiments Take Center Stage Currently supporting border defense, four

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Falcon 2000 MRA Jets to Be Made in India for Indian Navy

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

Reliance Aerostructure and Dassault Aviation are set to offer a made-in-India variant of the Falcon 2000 jet, specially modified for multi-role maritime operations, to the Indian Navy. The aircraft, known as the Falcon 2000 MRA (Maritime Reconnaissance Aircraft), is being positioned as a cutting-edge platform to enhance India’s maritime surveillance and defense

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IIT Bombay Builds Rapid‑Deploy ‘Smart Bunkers’ to Boost Army Defense

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

In a significant leap forward for battlefield infrastructure, researchers at IIT Bombay, in partnership with the College of Military Engineering (CME), Pune, have developed modular, high-performance bunkers designed to offer swift deployment and enhanced protection for soldiers and strategic assets. Modular Bunkers Developed over nine years, these shelters are built from

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India to Finalise F‑414 Jet Engine Deal with US by March 2026

By BPN News Desk June 25, 2025

India is on course to finalise a major defence agreement with GE Aerospace of the United States for the domestic production of F‑414 jet engines by March 2026. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), which will spearhead the production, has confirmed that the discussions around the critical technology transfer component of the deal are nearly complete, with […]

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DRDO Offers 28 Indigenous Weapons for Emergency Procurement

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

In a major push towards defence self-reliance, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has submitted a list of 28 indigenous weapon systems to the Ministry of Defence for acquisition under the emergency procurement route. This initiative aims to expedite the equipping of Indian armed forces with homegrown capabilities in light of evolving security

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HAL Assures Faster Tejas Deliveries After IAF Flags Delay

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has moved to address concerns raised by the Indian Air Force (IAF) over delays in the production of the Tejas Mk1A fighter jets. The public rebuke came earlier this year when Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh pointed out that not a single Tejas Mk1A had been delivered so far, casting […]

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Defence Ministry Clears ₹2,000 Cr for Counter-Terror Readiness

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

In a decisive move to strengthen the Army’s frontline capabilities against emerging terror threats, the Ministry of Defence has approved nearly ₹1,982 crore worth of contracts under the emergency procurement framework. The contracts were cleared under the leadership of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, focused specifically on equipping units with faster-response tools and