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Two Terrorists Killed in Operation Kiya in Udhampur

By BPN News Desk February 4, 2026

Two terrorists were killed in a joint counter-terrorism operation by security forces in the Basantgarh area of Udhampur district on Wednesday, officials said. Joint Operation by Security Forces The operation, codenamed Operation Kiya, was carried out by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and central security forces following specific intelligence inputs about

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DRDO Demonstrates SFDR Missile Technology

By BPN News Desk February 4, 2026

The Defence Research and Development Organisation has successfully demonstrated Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) technology, marking a major milestone in India’s long-range air-to-air missile development programme. Successful Flight Demonstration The technology demonstration was carried out from the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur in Odisha. During the test, key

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India Boosts Defence Budget to ₹7.85 Lakh Crore

By BPN News Desk February 2, 2026

The Union Budget 2026–27 presented by the government has **increased India’s defence allocation to a record ₹7.85 lakh crore, marking a 15 % rise over last year’s budget as part of efforts to strengthen the armed forces after recent security challenges. A significant share of the funds is directed at modernising the military’s capabilities. Modernisation […]

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Operation Trashi-I Enters Day 13 in Kishtwar

By BPN News Desk January 31, 2026

Security forces continued Operation Trashi-I for the 13th consecutive day in the Chatroo and Chingam areas of Kishtwar district in Jammu and Kashmir, searching for suspected terrorists believed to be hiding in the dense forest and snow-bound terrain. Internet Services Suspended Authorities suspended mobile internet services in parts of Kishtwar, including Chatroo and

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Anti-Terror Operation Underway in Kishtwar

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2026

Security forces have launched an anti-terror operation in the Chatroo area of Kishtwar district in Jammu and Kashmir to track down a group of suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists. The operation, which began earlier this month, has been intensified amid difficult terrain and snowfall as forces continue searching forested areas for the suspects. Internet Services

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Indian Army to Monitor Low-Altitude Airspace Along Borders

By BPN News Desk January 27, 2026

The Indian Army has been assigned the responsibility of monitoring low-altitude airspace along India’s borders with China and Pakistan to strengthen surveillance against emerging aerial threats. The move is aimed at improving detection and response to drones, unmanned aerial vehicles, and other low-flying objects increasingly used for surveillance and infiltration. New

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IAF Air Superiority Key to Operation Sindoor Ceasefire – Swiss Study

By BPN News Desk January 26, 2026

The Indian Air Force played a decisive role in establishing air superiority during Operation Sindoor, a military operation launched amid heightened tensions with Pakistan earlier this year. Senior defence officials said the IAF’s control of the airspace significantly shaped the course of the conflict and limited Pakistan’s operational options. Impact on Conflict Outcome

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S-400 System to Feature at Republic Day Parade 2026

By BPN News Desk January 26, 2026

India will display its S-400 air defence system at the Republic Day parade in 2026, marking the first public showcase of the platform during the national celebrations. The system will be part of a special military tableau highlighting Operation Sindoor, a recent Indian military operation that underscored joint coordination among the armed forces. Significance of […]

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India To Roll Out First Indigenous C-295 Aircraft

By BPN News Desk January 22, 2026

India will roll out its first domestically built C-295 military transport aircraft by September 2026. The aircraft is being manufactured at the final assembly line in Vadodara, Gujarat, as part of a joint programme to supply transport aircraft to the Indian Air Force. Project Details India has ordered 56 C-295 aircraft to replace its ageing […]

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Encounter Breaks Out During Kishtwar Search Operation

By BPN News Desk January 19, 2026

Security forces engaged suspected terrorists during a cordon-and-search operation in the Chatroo area of Kishtwar district in Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. The operation was launched following specific intelligence inputs about the presence of militants in the forested terrain. Soldiers Injured in Exchange of Fire The encounter began when the hiding terrorists opened