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Exercise Astrashakti: Indian Akash air defence missile system destroys 4 targets simultaneously

India demonstrated the firepower of its indigenous Akash missile system, engaging four targets simultaneously at 30 km range.

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India is self-reliant in defence sector: Satheesh Reddy

India has progressed from importing defence materials to self-reliance in the sector, exporting equipment to other countries. Under PM Modi's 'Make In India' initiative, 18,000 defence-related industries, 500 educational institutes, and research centres have been established. DRDO has partnered with 15 higher educational institutions for DIA-CoE. Encouraging the youth to…

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Silkyara tunnel collapse: 6-inch-wide pipe reaches trapped labourers; rescuers say now will go with 'full force'

A six-inch pipe has been laid at the Silkyara tunnel through which nutritious food and medicines could be supplied to the 41 labourers, trapped for over a week after parts of the under-construction structure collapsed following a landslide. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Finding sustainable fuel sources a top priority, says Murmu

President Murmu urges finding non-fossil sustainable resources to replace traditional fuels to reduce carbon footprint. Union Minister Dr. Singh highlights India's aerospace achievements, such as Gaganyaan mission, Chandrayaan-3, and Aditya L1. DRDO and AeSI to collaborate to realise advanced capabilities for self-reliance.

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MoD issues guidelines to set up 822 selfie points to ‘showcase good works done/being done’ by the Ministry

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32,240 students to get degrees at Mysore university convocation

At Mysore Univ.'s 103rd convocation, 32,240 students will be conferred degrees, with 20,189 women and 12,051 men. UG degrees will be conferred to 26,074 students, and PG degrees to 5,627. Women outnumber men in both UG and PG, with 62.62% receiving degrees. 420 gold medals and 275 cash prizes will…

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‘Defence-aerospace focus should be on anti-drone tech especially after Russia-Ukraine war’

Hyderabad hosts close to 1,000 micro, small and medium scale industries involved in the defence and aerospace sector. TS Special Secretary-Invest E. Vishu Vardhan Reddy said the Russia-Ukraine war has shown the need to focus on anti-drone technology. Former DRDO chairman G. Satheesh Reddy said industry needs assured supply orders,…

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ATS’ plea for polygraph test of scientist accused in espionage case denied

The accused “cannot be forced to undergo either polygraph test or voice layer and psychological analysis tests” without his consent.

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Army likely to complete inducting 114 Dhanush guns by 2026

The Army which has ordered 114 Dhanush artillery guns, derived from the Bofors guns, on order and has one regiment operational, is expecting to receive all the guns by 2026, according to defence sources. With focus on long range and augmented firepower, the Army is looking at vastly increasing the…

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Andhra Pradesh: ‘Samudrayaan’ next year to mine deep sea, says official

India to explore deep sea with 'Samudrayaan' mission; MoES, IIT-Tirupati & Vijnana Bharati organise symposium on 'National S&T Missions'; 'Blue Economy' to harness coastal resources, predict future cyclones & generate offshore energy; Niti Aayog, DRDO & CSIR discuss defence, tech warfare & social entrepreneurship.

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VSSC exam fraud: police piece together evidence against established racket

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By achieving export of defence equipment worth ₹16,000 crore, India has become self-reliant: Former DRDO chairman

By achieving exports of defence equipments and technology worth ₹16,000 crore this year, India has become self-reliant in many defence technologies and exuded confident that existing technological gaps in certain critical and advanced technologies will be overcome in the coming years, said G. Satheesh Reddy, former Secretary at Department of…

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IAF banking on indigenous fighter aircraft to prevent numbers going below current level

IAF puts weight behind LCA project, hopes for expedited deliveries and additional orders to arrest fighter strength falling. LCA trainers urgently required; 8 expected by end of FY.

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LCA Tejas successfully test-fires Astra Beyond Visual Range air-to-air missile

Indigenously-developed light combat aircraft Tejas today successfully test-fired an ASTRA beyond visual range (BVR) air-to-air missile off the coast of Goa

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DRDO’s unmanned testing aircraft crashes in Hiriyur taluk; locals worried about their safety

An unmanned testing aircraft of the DRDO crashed on a groundnut field at Karnataka’s Vaddikere in Hiriyur taluk. No injuries were reported

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India, China, and Iran set up pavilions at Army 2023 in Moscow

India, China and Iran have set up pavilions at the ongoing Army 2023, the 9th International Military-Technical Forum organised by Russia. The BrahMos pavilion drew interest from officials of many countries

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Why no sedition case against DRDO scientist Pradeep Kurulkar till now, asks Prithviraj Chavan

Prithviraj Chavan demanded that a sedition case be lodged against Pradeep Kurulkar.

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In next two decades, India will make civilian aircraft engines: Former DG of DRDO

India to manufacture engines for commercial airliners in next two decades: DRDO's Dr. Tessy Thomas at 61st Foundation Day of Regional Institute of Education (RIE), Mysuru. Advised students to be determined and hardworking for success. National Education Policy-2020 to transform education standards. Late Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam as her 'guru'.…

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India developing its own 400 km class Long-Range Surface to Air Missile air Defence System

In what could be a major boost for self-reliance in the defence sector, India is indigenously developing a three-layered long-range surface-to-air missile (LRSAM) defence system which would be able to strike down enemy aircraft and missiles at around 400 Km ranges. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Contract for three more Scorpene submarines likely by end-2024; first delivery expected by 2031

Navy to get 3 new Scorpene-class submarines by 2024; 1st delivery in 2031. Procurement process to start shortly after DAC's Acceptance of Necessity. Submarines to come with DRDO-developed AIP system, higher indigenous content. Naval Group, MDL sign MoU for cooperation on 3 submarines. Navy has 16 conventional submarines in service,…

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Naval Group working on qualifying DRDO-developed Air Independent Propulsion system for installation on Scorpenes

Naval Group invests ₹100cr in 3 workshops for Scorpene submarines. MoU signed between India and France for 3 additional Scorpenes. DRDO-developed AIP system to enhance endurance of the submarines

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India, France set to co-develop jet engine

India and France have announced that they will extend their defence cooperation in advanced aeronautical technologies by supporting the joint development of a combat aircraft engine and also an engine for the Indian multi-role helicopter (IMRH) being designed and developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited.

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DRDO scientist arrested for espionage had exploited two women with promise of jobs, says Maharashtra ATS

Pradeep Kurulkar, a senior scientist of the DRDO who was arrested for passing confidential information to a Pakistani agent, had also sexually exploited two women by promising them jobs in the DRDO, said the charge sheet filed by the ATS

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DRDO scientist Kurulkar was allegedly attracted to Pakistani agent, talked about Indian missile systems

DRDO scientist Pradeep Kurulkar was attracted to the Pakistani Intelligence Operative, who used the alias ‘Zara Dasgupta’, and chatted with her about Indian missile systems among other classified defence projects, the chargesheet has said.

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