IAF Hits Deep: AWACS, JF-17, F-16s Destroyed in Operation Sindoor

By BPN News Desk May 24, 2025

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In a bold and unprecedented aerial offensive, the Indian Air Force (IAF) executed a series of deep-penetration strikes under Operation Sindoor on May 10, 2025. The operation resulted in the destruction of key Pakistani aerial assets including an AWACS aircraft, JF-17 Thunder, two F-16 jets, and

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HAL to Deliver 12 LCA Mk1A Jets to IAF in 2025

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is gearing up to deliver 12 LCA Tejas Mk1A fighter jets to the Indian Air Force (IAF) before the end of 2025. The indigenous aircraft program, which had faced earlier delays, is now back on track following the arrival of critical engine components from General Electric (GE) Aerospace. LCA Mk1A Delivery […]

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BPN Exclusive in Partnership with Statscope Research India: What the Indian Strikes on Nur Khan Air Base Accomplished

By Editor - News Desk May 14, 2025

This report was originally intended to be part of our subscriber-only Bharat Pulse Plus Edition, where we typically publish classified insight, in-depth defense analyses, and exclusive investigations behind a paywall to support independent journalism. However, the gravity of what has been uncovered, the questions it raises about regional stability, and the overwhelming

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BPN Exclusive in Partnership with Statscope India Research: Independent Analysis of the Kirana Hills Incident Made Public

By Editor - News Desk May 14, 2025

This report was originally intended to be part of our subscriber-only Bharat Pulse Plus Edition, where we typically publish classified insight, in-depth defense analyses, and exclusive investigations behind a paywall to support independent journalism. However, the gravity of what has been uncovered, the questions it raises about regional stability, and the overwhelming

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IAF Confirms Precision Strike on Malir Cantonment

By BPN News Desk May 12, 2025

In a major escalation under Operation Sindoor, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has confirmed a successful strike on Malir Cantonment, a strategic Pakistani military installation near Karachi. The revelation marks one of the deepest air incursions by Indian forces in recent history and underscores the seriousness of India’s retaliation to Pakistan’s sustained cross-border

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Breaking Down the News: Inside Operation Sindoor – India’s Retaliatory Strike Against Cross-Border Terrorism

By Editor - News Desk May 7, 2025

Introduction On the early morning of May 7, 2025, India launched Operation Sindoor, a swift and meticulously planned military offensive targeting terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The operation was India’s direct and forceful response to the gruesome Pahalgam terror attack that shook the nation just two weeks prior. Unlike previous strategic

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India’s Tejas Fighter Jet Successfully Test-Fires Indigenous Astra BVR Missile

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2025

India’s indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas successfully test-fired the Astra Beyond Visual Range (BVR) air-to-air missile off the coast of Odisha on March 12, 2025. This marks a significant milestone in India’s defense capabilities, showcasing the integration of domestically developed advanced weaponry into its fighter aircraft fleet. The Astra

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L&T Explores Fighter Jet Manufacturing to Address IAF’s Aircraft Shortage

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2025

India’s defense sector is witnessing significant developments as private enterprises explore opportunities to bolster the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) combat capabilities. Larsen & Toubro (L&T), a prominent Indian multinational engaged in engineering and construction, has expressed interest in entering the fighter jet manufacturing arena. This move aims to

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IAF Seeks Annual Induction of 35-40 Fighter Jets; Emphasizes Private Sector Participation

By BPN News Desk February 28, 2025

The Indian Air Force requires 35-40 new fighter jets annually to address fleet gaps and future retirements. Air Chief Marshal AP Singh highlights the need for private sector involvement alongside HAL to meet this demand.

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India Considers Private Sector Collaboration to Boost Tejas Mk1A Production

By BPN News Desk February 25, 2025

In a strategic move to enhance the production of the indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A, the Indian government has constituted a high-level committee led by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh. This initiative aims to address existing production challenges and expedite the induction of Tejas Mk1A jets into the Indian Air Force (IAF). The […]