Defence National

IIT Ropar Builds Drones for Army Surveillance

By BPN News Desk July 22, 2025

The Indian Army has endorsed a pioneering project by IIT Ropar to develop next-generation surveillance drones, showcasing the progress of homegrown defence technology. Led by the Centre of Drones and Autonomous Systems (CoDRAS), the project focuses on creating India’s first fully indigenous autonomous landing and real-time geo-tracking systems for use in frontline and

Defence National

Indian Army Receives First Apache Helicopters in India

By BPN News Desk July 22, 2025

The Indian Army has formally received its first batch of AH‑64E Apache attack helicopters from the United States, marking a major step forward in modernising its combat aviation fleet. The helicopters arrived at Hindon Air Force Station on 22 July 2025, and will soon be deployed to their permanent base in Jodhpur. Powerful Combat Asset […]

Defence National

Indian Air Force Retires MiG‑21 Jets in September

By BPN News Desk July 22, 2025

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to retire its remaining MiG‑21 fighter jets in September 2025, officially drawing the curtain on more than six decades of service. The farewell ceremony is scheduled for 19 September at the Chandigarh Air Force Station. It will be hosted by the No. 23 Panthers Squadron, the last active […]

Defence National

IAF to Launch Major Exercise in Rajasthan

By BPN News Desk July 22, 2025

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to conduct a major combat exercise in Rajasthan from July 23 to 25, focusing on air operations across the western border. The exercise will involve high-tempo sorties, day and night missions, and the participation of frontline fighter jets. A Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) has been issued to restrict […]

Defence National

Nyoma Fighter Base in Ladakh Set for October Launch

By BPN News Desk July 20, 2025

The Indian Air Force is set to operationalise the high-altitude Nyoma airbase in eastern Ladakh for fighter jet deployment by October this year. Located at over 11,000 feet, the base’s readiness marks a significant upgrade to India’s forward military infrastructure near the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China. The move comes as part of […]

Defence National

India Tests Agni‑1 & Prithvi‑II Missiles

By BPN News Desk July 18, 2025

India’s Strategic Forces Command successfully carried out back-to-back test launches of two short-range ballistic missiles—nuclear-capable Agni‑1 and Prithvi‑II—from the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, Odisha. These tests aim to validate the missiles’ operational readiness and reinforce India’s strategic deterrence posture. All technical objectives were reportedly met.

Defence National

India Greenlights ₹20k Cr DRDO AWACS Project

By BPN News Desk July 17, 2025

The Indian government has approved a ₹20,000 crore project to develop six indigenous Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft. The project will be led by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and will significantly boost India’s aerial surveillance and early warning capabilities. The new AWACS platforms will be built by modifying Airbus A321

Defence National

GE to supply two engines monthly for Tejas jets

By BPN News Desk July 16, 2025

India has resumed receiving GE F404‑IN20 engines for the Tejas Mk‑1A fighter aircraft as part of a $716 million contract signed in 2021. The contract covers 99 engines in total. General Electric has now committed to supplying two engines per month from April 2025 through March 2026. The deliveries had previously been delayed due to […]

Defence National

CDS Chauhan urges defence modernisation post-Op Sindoor

By BPN News Desk July 16, 2025

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan has emphasised the urgent need for India to modernise its military capabilities, stating that “today’s warfare cannot be won with yesterday’s weapons.” Speaking at a workshop on drone and counter-drone technology in New Delhi, he highlighted the necessity of reducing dependence on imported systems and focusing on rapid […]

Defence National

US Not Revamping Indian MiG‑29 Jets

By BPN News Desk July 14, 2025

India’s MiG‑29 fighter jets are not being revamped by the United States, contrary to recent reports circulating online. The Indian Air Force’s MiG‑29 fleet had already undergone a comprehensive upgrade programme nearly two decades ago under a direct contract with Russia. The mid-life upgrade was initiated in 2008 to extend the operational life of the […]