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The Indian Air Force on Wednesday successfully tested the Military Combat Parachute System (MCPS) in a combat freefall jump from an altitude of 32,000 feet, the Ministry of Defence said in a release. The parachute, indigenously developed by DRDO, is the only system currently in operational use by the Indian armed forces capable of deployment above 25,000 feet. The MCPS was developed by DRDO laboratories - Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment, Agra and Defence Bioengineering a ...Read More >
Patna (Bihar) [India], October 16 (ANI): Ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections, Bhojpuri actor and singer Khesari Lal Yadav, along with his wife Chanda Devi, joined the RJD on Thursday. RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav reiterated the need for a law ensuring government jobs for every household in Bihar. Also Read | Gwalior: Worm Found in Children's Azithromycin Syrup at Government Hospital; Distribution Halted, Probe Ordered Amid Madhya Pradesh Cough Syrup Tragedy. Speaking to the media, Tejashwi Yad ...Read More >
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 16 (ANI): The city of Ayodhya is ready to immerse itself in the divine colours of Deepotsav, celebrating the homecoming of Lord Shri Ram. Under the guidance of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the Municipal Corporation has undertaken preparations to make this ninth edition of Deepotsav a truly grand and unforgettable event, according to an official release of the State government. This year's celebration will not only bathe Ayodhya in the glow of countles ...Read More >
Kochi, Oct 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar on Thursday paid homage to former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, who passed away in the state, on behalf of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Indian High Commission in Kenya said that the mortal remains of Odinga were flown from Kochi to Mumbai by a special Indian Air Force aircraft and were received by a high-level delegation from Kenya. It expressed solidarity with the family of the late leader and the gover ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Rolls-Royce has signed an agreement with Bharat Forge Ltd to manufacture and supply fan blades for Rolls-Royce's Pearl 700 and Pearl 10X engine. Rolls-Royce plans to double its supply chain sourcing from India by 2030 through building in-country capabilities and strategic local partnerships. The contract with Bharat Forge was signed at Rolls-Royce's Dahlewitz facility near Berlin. Bharat Forge is a major global supplier of precision aerospace components.Rolls-Royce India EVP (transfor ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday lauded the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for developing the indigenously developed Military Combat Parachute System, calling it a "remarkable milestone towards self-reliance." In a tweet on X, the Defence Minister said, "Proud moment for the nation! The indigenously developed Military Combat Parachute System (MCPS) by@DRDO. India has achieved a combat free-fall jump from 32,000 ft. A rem ...Read More >
Guwahati, Oct 16: The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to captivate the skies over Guwahati with a spectacular Air Force Day 'flying display', along the banks of the Brahmaputra river, on November 9. The event will showcase the precision, professionalism and prowess of the IAF, offering citizens a rare opportunity to witness the nation's aerial might up close. This year's Air Force Day celebrations carry the theme 'Infallible, Impervious and Precise', symbolizing the IAF's unwavering commitment to ...Read More >
Ernakulam (Kerala) [India], October 16 (ANI): Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, on behalf of the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, paid floral tributes to Former Prime Minister of Kenya, Raila Odinga, at Cochin International Airport in Kerala on Thursday. Governor Arlekar laid a wreath on the mortal remains of Odinga in the presence of his daughter Winnie Irmgard Odinga, the High Commissioner of Kenya in India, and senior officials from the Government of India and the State Gov ...Read More >
The Indian Air Force (IAF) carried out a high-intensity joint exercise with the United Kingdom's Carrier Strike Group (CSG) over the Indian Ocean Region on Tuesday (October 14, 2025). The drill featured IAF Sukhoi-30 MKIs, Jaguars, AWACS, and AEW&C aircraft operating alongside Royal Navy F-35B fighter jets from HMS Prince of Wales. The exercise aimed to enhance interoperability, mutual trust, and operational coordination between the two forces, reaffirming their shared commitment to regional s ...Read More >
Jaisalmer: Mahendra Meghwal, a defence serviceman from Setrawa in Phalodi district, recently appointed to the Jaisalmer Ordnance Depot after his father's death, was on his way back home with his family to celebrate Diwali when the bus he was travelling on burst into flames.Meghwal, his wife Parvati, daughters Khushi and Diksha, and son Shaurya, perished in the accident.While the nation has condoled the accident that claimed 21 lives, Meghwal's mother, Garidevi, ailing and aged mother remains una ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 15 (PTI) A military combat parachute system, indigenously developed by the DRDO, has been "successfully" tested at an altitude of 32,000 ft, opening doors for induction of indigenous parachute systems, officials said on Wednesday. This achievement makes the military combat parachute system (MCPS), the only parachute system currently in operational use by the Indian armed forces, capable of deployment above 25,000 ft, the defence ministry said. The MCPS was developed by DRDO labo ...Read More >
MUMBAI (Reuters) -Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and British counterpart Keir Starmer hailed the potential on Thursday of their months-old trade deal to transform commercial links, as London unveiled further Indian investment in Britain. Starmer is in the financial capital of Mumbai on a two-day visit to India, joined by more than 100 leaders from Britain's business, culture and university sectors, as he rushes to harvest the trade deal signed in July. The deal agreed to cut tariffs on go ...Read More >
MUMBAI, INDIA - OCTOBER 9: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is greeted by Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi, on his arrival at Raj Bhavan on October 9, 2025 in Mumbai, India. Leon Neal/Pool via REUTERS MUMBAI (Reuters) -Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and British counterpart Keir Starmer hailed the potential on Thursday of their months-old trade deal to transform commercial links, as London unveiled further Indian investment in Britain. Starmer is in the financial capital of Mumbai ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 8: The 93rd anniversary of the Indian Air Force (IAF) was celebrated with full military splendour at Air Force Station Hindan today. The event was attended by Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, the Chiefs of the Army and Naval Staff, and was reviewed by Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal A P Singh. The ceremony began with the marching in of the President's Colours, symbolising unity and pride. Three Mi-17 1V helicopters, flying in the 'Dhwaj' formation, presente ...Read More >
Hindon, (Uttar Pradesh), Oct 8 (UNI) Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh today lauded the success of Operation Sindoor, calling it a testament to the precision, professionalism and power of India's air capabilities. Addressing the air warriors on the occasion of 93rd Indian Air Force Day, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh said, "Our performance in Operation Sindoor fills us with professional pride and has proved to the world how air power can be effectively used in shaping military outcomes ...Read More >
India is exploring procuring additional S-400 surface-to-air missile systems from Russia, given their proven effectiveness during Operation Sindoor. This potential acquisition, along with interest in S-500 systems, may be discussed during Russian President Vladimir Putin's December visit, building on the 2018 deal for five units. India is looking at procuring additional batches of S-400 surface-to-air missile systems from Russia as the weapons proved to be very effective during Operation Sindoo ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: A political spat broke out over the weekend after Congress, citing a media report, accused Modi government of allowing ally Russia to proceed with supply of advanced RD-93MA engines to Pakistan for its Chinese-made JF-17 fighter jets. The BJP hit back on Sunday, citing another media report that said Moscow had termed the claim false. On Saturday, Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh had shared on social media a report that alleged Russia had ignored India's objections and moved ah ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 3 (ANI): Air Marshal Hardeep Bains took over as Air Officer-in-Charge Personnel on 01 Oct 2025. He has taken over from Air Mshl SK Vidhate, who superannuated from the Indian Air Force (IAF) on 30 September 2025, after completing 38 years of illustrious service to the nation, said a press statement from the Ministry of Defence. Air Marshal Hardeep Bains was commissioned in the fighter stream of the Flying Branch of the Indian Air Force on 19 Dec 87. Also Read | Mizora ...Read More >
Air Chief Marshal admitted that unmanned systems will exist, but clarified that they would either have to work in collaboration with manned systems or be controlled by humans. Indian Air Force Chief AP Singh on Friday contradicted the claims of tech billionaire Elon Musk that unmanned technologies like drones are the future of warfare. The Air Chief Marshal said that manned platforms will also remain relevant when it comes to warfighting. Describing his analogy, he said, "The importance of man ...Read More >
New Delhi: Air Marshal Hardeep Bains has taken over as Air Officer-in-Charge Personnel on October 1, according to an official press from the Ministry of Defence. He has taken over from Air Marshal SK Vidhate, who superannuated from the Indian Air Force (IAF) on September 30, after completion of 38 years of illustrious service to the nation. According to the release, Air Marshal Hardeep Bains was commissioned in the fighter stream of the Flying Branch of the Indian Air Force on December 19, 198 ...Read More >
Jaipur, October 3: In a strong message to Pakistan, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi said on Friday that India would no longer exercise the restraint it had shown during Operation Sindoor, and would wipe out Pakistan if the neighbouring country does not stop cross-border terrorism. "We will wipe out Pakistan from the face of the earth if they don't stop terrorism. Be prepared, God willing, the opportunity will come soon," the Army Chief declared while addressing soldiers at the Army cantonment ...Read More >
Jaipur, Oct 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a strong message to Pakistan, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi said on Friday that India would no longer exercise the restraint it had shown during Operation Sindoor, and would wipe out Pakistan if the neighbouring country does not stop cross-border terrorism. "We will wipe out Pakistan from the face of the earth if they don't stop terrorism. Be prepared, God willing, the opportunity will come soon," the Army Chief declared while addressing soldiers at the Ar ...Read More >
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced Operation Sindoor successfully achieved its objectives, stating the Indian military exposed Pakistan's air defence system during an unsuccessful infiltration attempt. He emphasized India's capability to inflict heavy losses while maintaining restraint against terrorism, affirming the ongoing fight against cross-border threats. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said the Indian military had successfully met every objective set under Operation Sind ...Read More >
New Delhi/Bhuj, Oct 02: In a stern warning to Pakistan, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said any misadventure by Islamabad in the Sir Creek sector will invite a "decisive response" that will be strong enough to change both "history and geography". Singh's remarks at a military base near the India-Pakistan border in Gujarat's Bhuj came against the backdrop of the neighbouring country expanding military infrastructure in the disputed region. The defence minister celebrated Dussehra wi ...Read More >
Bhuj (Gujarat), Oct 2 (UNI) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today warned Pakistan that any misadventure in the Sir Creek area, will receive a strong "response that will rewrite both history and geography". He drew attention to the fact that even after 78 years of Independence, Pakistan continues to create disputes over the Sir Creek Sector, despite India's repeated efforts to resolve the issue through dialogue. He pointed out that Pakistan's recent expansion of military infrastructure in the Si ...Read More >
Bhuj (Gujarat), Oct 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday issued a stern warning to Pakistan, declaring that any misadventure in the Sir Creek area will invite a "resounding response" that could alter both history and geography. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh was at the Bhuj Air Base on the occasion of Vijayadashami, where he performed Shastra Puja. Recalling India's military prowess in the 1965 war, Defence Minister Singh said, "The Indian Army had demonstrated its cap ...Read More >
Kachchh (Gujarat) [India], October 2 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that the joint effort of the Army, Navy, and Air Force enabled Operation Sindoor to be executed in record time. Singh performed the Shastra Pooja of the L-70 Air Defence Gun at the Bhuj Military base here, which was successfully used during Operation Sindoor, on the occasion of Vijayadashami. Adressing the soldiers at a military camp, Singh said, "Mother Durga is a symbol of the fact that when various p ...Read More >
New Delhi/Bhuj, Oct 2 (PTI) The Indian military successfully achieved all the objectives of Operation Sindoor and starting a war with Pakistan by escalating the situation was not its aim, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday, nearly five months after the conflict between the two neighbours. In an address to a group of soldiers in Gujarat's Bhuj, Singh said India's fight against cross-border terrorism will continue. The defence minister performed a 'shastra puja' (worship of weapons) ...Read More >
Kachchh (Gujarat) [India], October 1 (ANI): Highlighting the significance of Bhuj and Kachchh regions, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday said that the two regions in Gujarat are not merely geographical locations, but are a land of sentiments and a saga of courage. Addressing the troops of the Indian Army on Vijayadashmi celebrations in the Bhuj area of Gujarat Kachchh, the Defence Minister said that this land has challenged both the fury of nature and the invasions of enemies for cent ...Read More >
Air Chief Marshal Singh criticised Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) for not delivering any of the promised 83 Tejas Mk 1A jets to the Indian Air Force. He questioned why it was not prioritising this project and rebuked the "chalta hai" attitude, expressing concerns over national security. Even now, not a single Tejas Mk 1A jet has been delivered. Additionally, 36 MiG-21 fighter jets were retired last week in a decommissioning ceremony in Chandigarh, with the Chief of the Air Staff flying one. T ...Read More >
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