Becoming a unique symbol of India’s maritime power and women empowerment, the Tri-Services All Women Sailing Expedition Team has successfully completed its 1,800 nautical mile (about 3,300 km) long, challenging sea voyage that started from Seychelles. The team has returned to India after a thrilling and adventurous two-month journey.  The expedition was participated by select women officers of the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force, who not only displayed excellent navigation skills but also unparalleled courage and dedication. The aim of the expedition was to showcase the maritime capability of…

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In a significant boost to India’s self-reliance in defense technology, the Technology Development Board (TDB), under the Department of Science and Technology, has extended support to M/s Meta Tattva Systems Pvt. Ltd. for the indigenous development and commercialization of multi-spectral camouflage systems designed for strategic defense applications.  The project is based on the Anālakṣhya Metamaterial Surface Cloaking System (MSCS) — a cutting-edge stealth technology developed by researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur. This advanced textile-based metamaterial aims to provide near-perfect electromagnetic wave absorption across a broad spectrum,…

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On June 3, 2025, Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurated the ‘Urban Adda 2025’ event in New Delhi, coinciding with World Bicycle Day. During the event, he launched two significant books aimed at promoting cycling culture in India:   Dr. Mandaviya emphasized the transformative impact of the ‘Sundays on Cycle’ initiative, highlighting its role in fostering a nationwide cycling movement . He advocated for cycling as a sustainable mode of transport and a means to promote healthier lifestyles, particularly among children.   These books advocate the urgent redesign of urban…

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Setting the tone for a promising FY’26, MOIL has begun the year with its highest-ever May performance, reflecting strong operational momentum.   The company recorded 1.71 lakh tonnes of manganese ore production in May 2025, registering an impressive 18% growth over the corresponding period last year (CPLY).This marks the highest-ever production for the month of May and the fourth-highest monthly production since inception. Additionally, exploratory core drilling touched 13,352 meters, reflecting a 17.5% increase over CPLY —reaffirming MOIL’s strategic push in expanding resource potential.   Shri Ajit Kumar Saxena, CMD…

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Lieutenant General Dinesh Singh Rana assumed command as the new Commander-in-Chief of the Andaman & Nicobar Command (CINCAN), India’s only tri-services unified defense command. The seasoned Army officer succeeded Air Marshal Saju Balakrishnan in a ceremonial handover at the strategic island headquarters. The ANC plays a pivotal role in safeguarding India’s maritime interests across the eastern seaboard and Indo-Pacific region.   Lt Gen Rana brings extensive operational experience to the role, having previously served as Chief of Staff at the Army’s Southern Command. His appointment comes amid growing strategic importance…

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Air Marshal Jasvir Singh Mann took over as Senior Air Staff Officer of Western Air Command, Indian Air Force on 01 June 2025. The Air Marshal is an alumni of the National Defence Academy and was commissioned as a fighter pilot in the IAF on 16 December 1989. He has flown over 3000 Hrs primarily on various types of fighter aircraft.  He is a pilot Attack Instructor and in his operational career, he has commanded a fighter squadron, been Chief Operations Officer of a forward base and Air Officer Commanding…

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Union Minister for Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, inaugurated a newly constructed 30-bedded Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) Hospital at Kala Amb in Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, on May 31, 2025. Built at a cost of approximately ₹100 crore, the facility is designed for future expansion to 100 beds. The hospital is set to benefit over 100,000 ESI beneficiaries in Sirmaur and neighboring districts. It offers both outpatient (OPD) and inpatient (IPD) services across various departments, including general medicine, surgery, gynecology, orthopedics, ophthalmology, and…

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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s dedication of Unit-1 (660 MW) of the Ghatampur Thermal Power Project to the nation marks a significant stride in India’s efforts to bolster its energy infrastructure and meet the growing demands of a rapidly developing economy. This addition to the national grid represents a tangible commitment to enhancing power generation capacity and ensuring a reliable energy supply for various sectors.   The Ghatampur project, with its advanced technology, is poised to contribute substantially to economic growth by powering industries, supporting agriculture, and improving the quality…

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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s dedication of Unit-1 (660 MW) of the Ghatampur Thermal Power Project to the nation marks a significant stride in India’s efforts to bolster its energy infrastructure and meet the growing demands of a rapidly developing economy. This addition to the national grid represents a tangible commitment to enhancing power generation capacity and ensuring a reliable energy supply for various sectors.   The Ghatampur project, with its advanced technology, is poised to contribute substantially to economic growth by powering industries, supporting agriculture, and improving the quality…

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