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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh extended heartfelt greetings to the brave soldiers, officers, and families of the Indian Army on the 77th Army Day, saluting their courage, valour, and selfless service in safeguarding the nation's borders, disaster management, peacekeeping, and humanitarian efforts. Singh emphasized the Army's pivotal role in national security, nation-building, and adopting modern technology for self-reliance and indigenization. Full Article

India has successfully tested its first indigenous micro-missile system, 'Bhargavastra', designed to combat swarm drones, with two successful firings at Gopalpur Seaward Firing Ranges. The system, developed for the Army, can detect small drones over 6 km away and hit targets over 2.5 km, showcasing a low-cost option for countering large-scale drone attacks. Capable of firing more than 64 micro missiles, it will be mounted on a mobile platform for quick deployment, with larger trials...

In Tirupati, India, Veerashetty Penchalayya, a contract employee at Srivari Parakamani, was caught stealing gold items worth Rs 46 lakh from the storage room after allegedly committing thefts for over a year. The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) vigilance wing filed a complaint, leading to Penchalayya's arrest by the Tirumala 1 Town Police. The accused admitted to stealing 655 grams of gold and 157 grams of silver items, including gold biscuits and ornaments, highlighting the importance...

A new long-range drone acquired by the Navy under emergency financial powers crashed off the Porbandar coast during a trial flight after losing communications. The Hermes 900 drone, rebranded as Drishti 10, was being tested prior to induction by the Indian Navy, with Adani Defence manufacturing the drone. The loss of the drone, valued at ₹145 crore, will not be borne by the Navy as it had not yet been accepted for induction, with the...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that the commissioning of three frontline naval combatants, including INS Surat, INS Nilgiri, and INS Vaghsheer, will strengthen India's defense capabilities and support its goal of self-reliance. The dedication of these ships at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai on Wednesday signifies India's commitment towards becoming a global leader in defense. INS Surat, INS Nilgiri, and INS Vaghsheer showcase advanced technologies and indigenous design features, underscoring India's progress in developing sophisticated...

Akhilesh Yadav, the Samajwadi party chief, marked Makar Sankranti by taking a dip in the Ganga river in Haridwar, sharing the experience on social media. While the location was not disclosed, party sources confirmed it was in Haridwar. Previously, he had participated in religious congregations like the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj for spiritual merit and donations. Full Article