International

India, Philippines Seal Strategic Partnership

By BPN News Desk August 5, 2025

Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr arrived in New Delhi on August 4, 2025, for a five-day state visit. The trip marks the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and the Philippines. He was formally welcomed at Rashtrapati Bhavan and later held talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Strategic Partnership Officially Launched On August […]

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Philippines Seeks More Military Equipment from India

By BPN News Desk August 5, 2025

During a state visit to India from August 4 to 8, 2025, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is discussing a significant expansion of defence cooperation with Indian officials. A key focus is Manila’s interest in buying more military equipment from India. Plans for New Missile and Naval Purchases The Philippines previously signed a contract in […]

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India Strengthens Forces on Pakistan-China Borders

By BPN News Desk July 27, 2025

India is ramping up its military presence along its western and northern borders, introducing new combat units and technology to address growing security challenges from Pakistan and China. This decision follows key learnings from recent operations and a heightened perception of two-front threats. Combat Units and Specialized Brigades The Indian Army has introduced

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PM Modi Reaffirms India’s Support for Maldives’ Defence

By BPN News Desk July 25, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to the Maldives on July 25, 2025, reaffirmed India’s commitment to supporting the island nation in enhancing its defence capabilities. He highlighted the strong and enduring relationship between the two countries, particularly in the area of security cooperation. Strengthening Defence Cooperation During his meeting with

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Munir Visits China After Conflict With India

By BPN News Desk July 25, 2025

Pakistan’s Army Chief General Asim Munir recently visited China for high-level talks amid heightened regional tensions following the May military standoff with India. This marked Munir’s first major diplomatic visit since Operation Sindoor, India’s swift and targeted military response to a terror attack in Kashmir. Focus on Chinese Nationals’ Security During his

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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

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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 […]

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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 […]

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Ukraine Taps Svyrydenko As New PM

By BPN News Desk July 15, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has nominated Yulia Svyrydenko, the country’s current Deputy Prime Minister and Economy Minister, to take over as Prime Minister. The nomination comes as part of a significant government reshuffle aimed at boosting wartime governance and accelerating economic recovery. If approved by Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada (parliament) in the

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Macron Pledges €65B Military Boost

By BPN News Desk July 14, 2025

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced an additional €65 billion in military spending over the next two years. The funding aims to strengthen France’s armed forces in response to rising global threats and increasing instability in Europe and beyond. Addressing the nation, Macron said, “Europe must take responsibility for its own defence,” stressing that a […]