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DRDO’s Hypersonic Missile Hits Mach 6 in Successful Test

By BPN News Desk November 19, 2024

India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully tested its long-range hypersonic missile, achieving an impressive speed of Mach 6. This groundbreaking trial marks a significant milestone in India’s defense capabilities and technological advancements in missile systems. The test was conducted at a classified location, where the missile

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Parliamentary Committee Reviews Indian Coast Guard’s Security Role

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2024

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Defence convened in Chennai on Saturday to assess the Indian Coast Guard’s (ICG) performance in safeguarding India’s extensive maritime boundaries. Chaired by MP Radha Mohan Singh, the meeting included participation from senior officials of the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and ICG. Focus on Maritime Security The review

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Army Chiefs to Visit Nepal for Restart of Gorkha Recruitment

By BPN News Desk November 18, 2024

The Chief of Army Staff of India, General Manoj Pande, is set to visit Nepal to engage in discussions with his Nepalese counterpart, General Prabhu Ram Sharma, regarding the resumption of Gorkha recruitment into the Indian Army. The visit comes amid efforts to mend ties following a hiatus in recruitment caused by Nepal’s concerns over […]

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HAL to Deliver Six Tejas Mk1 Trainer Jets by March 2025

By BPN News Desk November 16, 2024

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is set to deliver six Tejas Mk1 trainer aircraft to the Indian Air Force (IAF) by March 2025, marking a significant step in bolstering the IAF’s training capabilities and operational readiness. These advanced trainer jets are part of the IAF’s effort to modernize its fleet and provide state-of-the-art training for its […]

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HAL Prachand Proves Operational Prowess, IAF to Induct 66 More Units

By BPN News Desk November 16, 2024

The Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Prachand combat helicopter has proven its effectiveness in various operational scenarios, according to Indian Air Force (IAF) Chief Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari. The IAF has confirmed plans to induct an additional 66 units of the indigenously developed Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) into its fleet. Addressing media at a recent […]

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DRDO Successfully Completes Guided Pinaka Weapon System Trials

By BPN News Desk November 15, 2024

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully concluded the flight tests of the Guided Pinaka Weapon System. These tests were conducted across three phases at various field firing ranges to validate Provisional Staff Qualitative Requirements (PSQR). The trials assessed key parameters such as range, accuracy, consistency, and rate of fire in

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India Ships First Akash Air Defence System to Armenia

By BPN News Desk November 12, 2024

In a significant step for India’s defence export sector, the first Akash air defence missile battery has been shipped to Armenia, marking India’s second missile export. Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), the Akash missile system is designed for surface-to-air defence, capable of targeting fighter jets, cruise missiles,

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India to Test 1,000-Km Anti-Ship Missile Amid Rising Naval Defense Preparedness

By BPN News Desk November 11, 2024

In a significant move to bolster its naval capabilities, India is set to test a new long-range anti-ship ballistic missile with a strike range exceeding 1,000 kilometers. The missile, which will enable the Indian Navy to target enemy warships and aircraft carriers from great distances, is expected to be tested by the Defence Research and […]

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Indian Armed Forces to Conduct Joint Exercise ‘Poorvi Prahar’

By BPN News Desk November 10, 2024

Starting Sunday, the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force will commence a large-scale tri-services exercise named ‘Poorvi Prahar,’ according to military sources. This joint exercise will be held in the Eastern Command region, focusing on improving interoperability, coordination, and readiness among the three branches of India’s armed forces. Focus on

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Tata WHAPs Engine and Transmission Performance Wins Over Morocco

By BPN News Desk November 7, 2024

In a notable development in defense acquisitions, Morocco has chosen Tata Motors’ Wheeled Armored Platform (WHAP) over the Chinese Type-08 armored vehicle. A key factor in Morocco’s decision was the superior performance of Tata’s WHAP, featuring a robust 600 horsepower engine and a 4500SP automatic transmission, which proved critical during testing. Key Advantages of