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Isro released the images captured by its earth imaging and mapping satellite, CARTOSAT-3 -- a third generation agile advanced satellite having high resolution imaging capability

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TREND | 31 Mar 2025

India sends fresh batch of 50 tonnes relief aid to quake-hit Myanmar

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India on Monday delivered a fresh tranche of 50 tonnes of relief materials to Myanmar to help victims of the 7.7-magnitude earthquake that killed over 2,000 people and injured 3,900. The relief materials were taken to the Myanmarese city of Yangon by two Indian Navy ships -- INS Satpura and INS Savitri. Three more Indian Navy ships -- INS Karmukh, INS Gharial and LCU-52 -- are enroute to Yangon with over 500 tonnes of additional aid material, officials said. India mounted its relief mission named 'Operation Brahma' as a swift response to the devastation caused by the earthquake that hit Myanmar as well as Thailand on Friday. On Saturday, New Delhi sent relief materials, rescue teams and medical equipment in five military aircraft to Myanmar to help victims of the earthquake. Another C-130 aircraft of the Indian Air Force is expected to land in Mandalay on Tuesday with over 15 tons of relief materials, according to the Indian embassy in Myanmar. "We will stay engaged with Myanmar

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TREND | 31 Mar 2025

Defence tech: A case for collaboration with India's industry base

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India needs to identify its choice of advanced tech, which can serve military and commercial applications. More importantly, India should aspire to become a creator of tech

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TREND | 30 Mar 2025

HAL to hand over first LCA Mk-1A to IAF in first quarter of FY26

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LCA Mk-1A going through extra firing and EW trials to ensure they are in operational condition when handed over to IAF

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TREND | 30 Mar 2025

IAF to join 12-day multinational wargame in Greece starting Monday

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The Indian Air Force (IAF) will participate in a 12-day mega wargame in Greece beginning Monday that is aimed at simulating modern-day air warfare challenges. The assets deployed by the IAF for the biennial INIOCHOS-25 exercise at the Andravida air base include Su-30 MKI fighter jets along with combat enabler IL-78 and C-17 Globemaster aircraft. "The exercise will further reinforce India's strategic partnerships-and bolster its capabilities in joint operations with friendly nations," the IAF said on Sunday. The exercise, being hosted by the Hellenic air force, will take place from March 31 to April 11. It serves as a platform for air forces to hone their skills, exchange tactical knowledge, and strengthen military ties. "The exercise will integrate multiple air and surface assets from fifteen countries under realistic combat scenarios, designed to simulate modern-day air warfare challenges," the IAF said in a statement on Sunday. "The IAF looks forward to participating in Exercis

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TREND | 30 Mar 2025

Myanmar rebels declare ceasefire in earthquake-hit areas as aid arrives

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The shadow National Unity Government said the People's Defence Force will pause offensive military operations for two weeks except for defensive actions, effective from today

Force Motors Secures Order For 2,978 Vehicles From Defence Forces

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TREND | 29 Mar 2025

India always contributed to understanding of universe: Isro's ex-chief

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India has always been a great nation contributing to the global understanding of the universe from the time of the Vedas to modern-day scientific advances, former ISRO chairman S Somanath said here on Saturday while citing ancient texts like 'Mahasalila' and 'Surya Siddhanta'. Addressing the 60th annual convocation of Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, he emphasised the need for a connection between research organisations, academia and industry, which he, however, added remained a "distant dream." "On this occasion, I would like to highlight the rich and glorious knowledge tradition that India had, which has now been brought to light. From the Vedas to the modern-day scientific advances, India has always been a great nation contributing to the global understanding of the universe," said Somanath. Science and other forms of human knowledge progressed considerably in this part as the world's first source of knowledge, providing scientific insight into astronomy, geography,...

Isro achieves major breakthrough in semicryogenic engine for launch vehicle

Business Standard | 29 Mar 2025