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DRDO and Indian Navy Successfully Test Indigenous Anti-Ship Missile

By BPN News Desk February 27, 2025

On February 25, 2025, the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy conducted successful flight trials of a pioneering Naval Anti-Ship Missile (NASM-SR) at the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur. This test showcased the missile’s capability to engage ship targets when launched from an Indian Naval Seaking helicopter. Successful

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India Finalizes €7 Billion Deal for Rafale-M Jets, Chooses Indigenous Astra Missiles

By BPN News Desk February 23, 2025

India and France have successfully concluded negotiations for the acquisition of 26 Rafale-Marine (Rafale-M) fighter jets, a deal estimated at approximately €7 billion. The formal agreement is anticipated to be signed in April during the French Defence Minister’s visit to India. This procurement aims to bolster the Indian Navy’s carrier-based aviation

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Indian Navy Enhances Kilo-Class Submarines with Kalibr-PL Missiles

By BPN News Desk February 23, 2025

The Indian Navy has officially placed orders for the Kalibr-PL anti-ship cruise missiles to enhance the capabilities of its Kilo-class submarine fleet, signaling a strategic move to bolster its naval strike capabilities. The Kalibr-PL, specifically the 3M-14K variant, is tailored for sub-surface launches, akin to the 3M-14T Kalibr-NK, which is deployed from surface ships

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DRDO Seeks Approval for Indigenous Nuclear Submarine Project

By BPN News Desk February 23, 2025

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has advanced its proposal for the indigenous construction of nuclear-powered attack submarines (SSNs), with plans to seek approval from the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) in the coming months. This initiative is a significant component of India’s strategy to enhance its maritime defense capabilities amid

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India to Manufacture Sonobuoys to Boost Naval Capabilities

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2025

India is set to manufacture sonobuoys locally in collaboration with the United States, marking a significant step toward enhancing the Indian Navy’s submarine detection capabilities. This move aligns with India’s growing focus on self-reliance in defense production and strengthens its strategic partnership with the U.S. What are Sonobuoys? Sonobuoys are compact, expendable

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US to Manufacture Sonobuoys in India, Enhancing Indian Navy’s Submarine Detection Capabilities

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2025

In a significant move to bolster the Indian Navy’s anti-submarine warfare (ASW) capabilities, the United States has announced plans to manufacture sonobuoys in India. This initiative aligns with India’s ‘Make in India’ campaign and reflects the deepening defense collaboration between the two nations. Enhancing Anti-Submarine Warfare Sonobuoys are

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India Strengthens Mozambique Ties with Donation of Interceptor Vessels

By BPN News Desk November 12, 2024

In a significant gesture reinforcing India’s ties with Mozambique, the Indian government has donated two fast interceptor vessels to the African nation. These vessels, part of India’s strategic focus on enhancing security in the Indian Ocean Region, were handed over on November 8 in a ceremony held at Nacala, Mozambique. Indian Navy Delivers High-Speed Vessels […]

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Rajnath Singh Lays Foundation for Naval Communication Hub in Telangana

By BPN News Desk October 16, 2024

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has laid the foundation stone for a new Very Low Frequency (VLF) communication station for the Indian Navy in Telangana. The facility, situated in the Damagundam Reserve Forest area of Vikarabad, will span 2,900 acres and come at an estimated cost of ₹3,200 crore. This strategic project aims to enhance the […]

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Indian Naval Ships Visit Oman to Strengthen Maritime Cooperation

By Editor - News Desk October 6, 2024

Indian Naval Ships Tir, Shardul, and the Indian Coast Guard Ship Veera from the First Training Squadron (1TS) arrived in Muscat, Oman, on October 5, 2024, as part of a long-range training deployment. The port call highlights the growing maritime defence relations between India and Oman, aimed at enhancing regional maritime security and operational interoperability. […]