Curfew Lifted In Nandanvan, Kapil Nagar; 91 Arrested So Far

Paras Defence & Space Technologies Ltd has secured a Rs 142.31 crore contract from DRDO's CHESS to develop a high-powered anti-drone laser system, with a 24-month execution timeline. Managing Director Munjal Sharad Shah highlighted the significance of this project for India's defence capabilities, emphasizing the advanced laser technology's effectiveness against aerial threats like drones and missiles. The project involves developing a laser source module and integrating it with a beam control system on a mobile...

Russian Ambassador to India Denis Alipov highlighted India's interest in the Arctic as a stabilising factor amid growing militarisation and tensions caused by NATO countries, speaking at an Arctic conference in Delhi. He praised India's constructive approach in the Arctic Council and emphasized collaboration on scientific research and mineral extraction projects in the Arctic. The Envoy also mentioned discussions on Indian-Russian cargo transit in the Northern Sea Route, training Indian sailors for polar navigation, and...

A senior engineer at Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) in Karnataka was arrested for allegedly sharing sensitive information with Pakistani intelligence officials, including details on communication and radar systems. The engineer, Deepraj Chandra, was accused of divulging classified information about vital decisions and products manufactured by the country, leading to concerns of treason and national security breaches. Chandra, a native of Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, who worked in BEL's research team, is now under investigation by military...

The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) approved a Rs 7,000 crore deal for new indigenous artillery guns split between Bharat Forge and Tata Advanced Systems Limited. The Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS), developed by DRDO and exported to Armenia, will be manufactured in India. The order, cleared by PM Narendra Modi, is expected to create 20 lakh man hours and establish India's first 155 mm artillery gun. Full Article

In a speech to the Assembly, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah emphasized the importance of adapting to changing circumstances while remaining true to his commitments, using a cricket analogy to explain his approach. Addressing concerns about legal changes in Jammu and Kashmir post Article 370 abrogation, Abdullah highlighted the ongoing struggle for equality and defended his government's actions regarding state subject laws. Refuting allegations of disrespecting Maharaja Hari Singh's legacy, he pointed out that historical changes...

Pakistan police in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province killed 69 terrorists associated with the banned TTP outfit from January to March, resulting in the loss of 26 policemen. The TTP, similar to the Afghan Taliban, escalated terror activities after ending a ceasefire in November 2022, with 31 injuries in gunbattles and numerous attacks on police installations reported during this period. The province faced 29 attacks in January, 24 in February, and 15 till mid-March, including assaults on...