Drone Strikes Kill One in Ethiopia’s Tigray

By BPN News Desk February 1, 2026

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At least one person was killed and another injured in drone strikes in Ethiopia’s northern Tigray region on January 31, according to local officials. The strikes hit two separate vehicles in different locations, around 20 kilometres apart, causing casualties and damage. Situation Remains

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Army Activates Counter-Drone Measures Along LoC in Rajouri

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2026

The Indian Army activated counter-drone measures along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district after suspected drones were detected near forward areas, officials said. Troops responded swiftly to the aerial activity as part of heightened border surveillance. Drone Sightings and Immediate Response Army units observed multiple suspected drones briefly

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Suspected Pakistan Drones Spotted Along LoC and IB

By BPN News Desk January 12, 2026

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir detected multiple suspected drones entering Indian airspace from the Pakistan side on Sunday evening. The sightings occurred along both the Line of Control (LoC) and the International Border (IB) in the Samba, Rajouri and Poonch districts. Officials said the flying objects hovered briefly over forward areas before returning across […]

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New Weapons, Specialist Units To Boost Army’s Capabilities

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2025

The Indian Army has completed the creation of 380 specialist drone platoons, codenamed “Ashni.” These units are designed to provide advanced surveillance and combat capabilities using unmanned systems. New Commando Battalions In the next six months, the Army will also raise 25 light commando battalions, to be known as “Bhairav.” These battalions are meant to […]

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Ukraine Strikes Russian Oil Refinery with Drones

By BPN News Desk September 15, 2025

Ukrainian drones targeted the Kirishi oil refinery in Russia’s Leningrad region overnight on 14 September 2025. Russian officials said three drones were intercepted, but falling debris caused a fire at the site. No casualties were reported. Kirishi Refinery’s Importance The Kirishi facility, run by Surgutneftegaz, is one of Russia’s largest refineries with a processing

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Russia Launches Heaviest Wave of Strikes on Ukraine in Weeks

By BPN News Desk August 21, 2025

Russia has launched its most extensive aerial assault on Ukraine in weeks, firing 574 drones and 40 missiles in a coordinated overnight attack. According to the Ukrainian Air Force, the strikes targeted several western regions, marking one of the most intense barrages of the conflict in recent months. Casualties and Civilian Damage The wave of […]

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India Clears ₹67,000 Crore Defence Deals

By BPN News Desk August 6, 2025

India has approved defence acquisition proposals worth ₹67,000 crore to modernize its armed forces. The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, gave the green signal to several key projects aimed at enhancing India’s military capabilities across land, air, and sea. Armed Drones and BrahMos Missiles in Focus Among the major

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Ukraine Flags Use of Indian Components in Russian Drones

By BPN News Desk August 6, 2025

Ukraine has informed India and the European Union that electronic parts made or assembled in India were found inside drones used by Russian forces. The drones, identified as Shahed-136 models, have been used in several strikes across Ukrainian territory in recent months. The discovery was made during forensic investigations of downed drones. What Was Found […]

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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

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Russia Hits Ukraine Energy Grid with 400 Drones

By BPN News Desk July 17, 2025

Russia launched one of its largest drone attacks on Ukraine overnight, targeting critical energy infrastructure in several cities. Ukrainian officials reported that over 400 drones were used in the assault, with explosions hitting areas in Kharkiv, Kryvyi Rih, Vinnytsia, and Odesa. The attack injured at least 15 civilians and led to major power outages across […]