International Middle East

Israel Strikes Hezbollah Commanders Amid Rising Tensions in Southern Lebanon

By Editor - News Desk October 11, 2024

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have confirmed the elimination of a senior Hezbollah commander, Araeb el Shoga, in a targeted airstrike in Southern Lebanon. El Shoga, a high-ranking member of the Iran-backed group’s Radwan Forces Anti-tank Missile Unit, was killed in the Meiss El Jabal region. The IDF noted that El Shoga was responsible for […]

Defence National

Rajnath Singh to Inaugurate DefConnect 4.0 in Delhi

By Editor - News Desk October 6, 2024

Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh is set to inaugurate DefConnect 4.0 on October 7, 2024, at the Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt. The event, organized by Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) under the Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO), is a significant step towards advancing indigenous defence innovation and celebrating the country’s rapidly growing defence ecosystem. A

National

Government Launches Pilot Phase of PM Internship Scheme

By Editor - News Desk October 6, 2024

The Indian government launched the pilot phase of the ambitious Prime Minister’s Internship Scheme on Thursday, aiming to provide 1.25 lakh internship opportunities during the fiscal year 2024-25. The scheme, announced in the Budget 2024-25, envisions creating one crore internship opportunities over the next five years with the participation of top 500 companies in India.

Defence National

IAF Chief Discusses S-400 Delays, Defence Readiness, and Modernisation Plans

By Editor - News Desk October 6, 2024

Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, PVSM, AVSM addressed the media ahead of the 92nd Air Force Day, providing insights into India’s defence readiness, the impact of geopolitical developments on military supplies, and the ongoing efforts to strengthen the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) capabilities. Speaking on the delay in the delivery of S-400 missile units, […]

North India State News

IAF Rescues Two Foreign Mountaineers Stranded on Chaukhamba III in Uttarakhand

By Editor - News Desk October 6, 2024

Two foreign mountaineers, stranded at a height of 6,015 meters while attempting to scale the Chaukhamba III peak in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district, were successfully rescued on Sunday morning. The District Disaster Management Centre confirmed that Michelle Theresa Dvorak from the USA and Fav Jane Manners from the United Kingdom were airlifted by the Indian Air […]

Law & Order National

NCB and Gujarat ATS Seize Drugs Worth ₹1,814 Crore in Bhopal Raid

By Editor - News Desk October 6, 2024

In a significant breakthrough, joint teams of the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) and the Gujarat Anti-Terror Squad (ATS) raided a drug factory in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, and seized a massive haul of MD drugs and manufacturing materials valued at ₹1,814 crores. The operation marks one of the largest drug seizures in the state, highlighting the […]

Defence National

IAF Showcases Air Power in Spectacular Marina Sky Display

By Editor - News Desk October 6, 2024

In a stunning spectacle, the Indian Air Force (IAF) captivated thousands of spectators at Chennai’s Marina Beach with an impressive aerial display on Sunday, October 6, 2024. The event, marking the 92nd IAF Day, featured 72 aircraft, including the state-of-the-art Rafale jets, performing breathtaking maneuvers over the iconic Marina skyline. The air show, which is […]

International Middle East

Macron Criticizes Israeli Ground Operations, Netanyahu Responds

By Editor - News Desk October 6, 2024

French President Emmanuel Macron expressed his concern over Israel’s ongoing military operations and urged for a return to a political solution instead of escalating the conflict further. During an interview with a local media outlet, Macron emphasized that France is not supplying any weapons to the region and regretted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s decision

Defence National

Indian Naval Ships Visit Oman to Strengthen Maritime Cooperation

By Editor - News Desk October 6, 2024

Indian Naval Ships Tir, Shardul, and the Indian Coast Guard Ship Veera from the First Training Squadron (1TS) arrived in Muscat, Oman, on October 5, 2024, as part of a long-range training deployment. The port call highlights the growing maritime defence relations between India and Oman, aimed at enhancing regional maritime security and operational interoperability. […]

State News West India

Maharashtra Govt Approves Revised ₹42,711 Crore Budget for Pune Ring Road

By Editor - News Desk October 6, 2024

The Maharashtra cabinet on Friday approved a cost escalation of ₹20,375.21 crore for the Pune Ring Road project, bringing the total budget for the ambitious infrastructure initiative to ₹42,711.03 crore. The substantial cost increase, which has occurred over the span of three years, comes despite the fact that construction on the project is yet to […]