Indian Navy’s 4th SSBN (S4*) Has An Indigenous Content of Over 80%

The Indian Navy’s fourth nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine, codenamed S4*, marks a significant milestone in India’s strategic underwater capabilities, with recent reports confirming its indigenous content exceeds 80 per cent.Launched on 16 October 2024 at the secretive Ship Building Centre in Visakhapatnam, the S4* is currently undergoing fitting-out before sea trials commence,

December 31, 2025
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ISRO conducts Ground Test of SSLV Third Stage

ISRO carried out a successful static test of an improved version of the third stage (SS3) of Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) on December 30, 2025 at the Solid Motor Static Test Facility of Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota.SSLV is a three stage all-solid launch vehicle developed by ISRO which is amenable to industrial production and can meet launch-on-demand with quick turn-around

December 31, 2025
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Rare Earth Mineral Reserves Discovered Along Andhra Pradesh Coast

India’s Andhra Pradesh coastline, spanning a remarkable 974 kilometres from Srikakulam in the north to Nellore in the south, has recently been identified as a treasure trove of rare and valuable minerals, according to a report by TOI. Geological assessments and official reports highlight significant deposits of monazite embedded in beach sands, alongside other critical minerals such as

December 31, 2025
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Centre To Develop ‘Capital Dome’ Multi-Layer Air Defence Shield For New Delhi: UPDATE

The Indian government has announced plans to establish a robust multi-layered air defence system dubbed the "Capital Dome" for the National Capital Region (NCR), particularly Delhi.This initiative follows recent security breaches, including the Pahalgam terror attack and a bomb explosion in the capital, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced aerial protection.Defence officials have confirmed

December 31, 2025
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India–Pakistan Conflict Risk In 2026, Says US Think Tank

A US think tank, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), has issued a stark warning in its Conflicts to Watch in 2026 report, highlighting a moderate likelihood of renewed armed conflict between India and Pakistan next year.The assessment stems from a survey of American foreign policy experts and points to heightened terrorist activity in Kashmir as the primary trigger. Despite a fragile

December 31, 2025
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DRDO Successfully Conducts Salvo Launch of Two Pralay Tactical Ballistic Missiles As Part of User Evaluation Trials

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) achieved a significant milestone on 31 December 2025 by successfully conducting a salvo launch of two Pralay missiles in quick succession from the same launcher off the coast of Odisha.This flight test, performed at approximately 10:30 hrs as part of user evaluation trials, saw both missiles adhere precisely to their intended trajectories,

December 31, 2025
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Tribunal Orders Removal of BrahMos CEO Over Lapses After Top Scientist Complains

The Central Administrative Tribunal’s Hyderabad bench has ordered the removal of Dr Jaiteerth R Joshi (in pic) from his position as Director General and Chief Executive Officer of BrahMos Aerospace, following a challenge by senior DRDO scientist Dr Sivasubramaniam Nambi Naidu.This ruling, pronounced on 29 December 2025 after being reserved on 6 November 2025, quashed Joshi’s appointment order

December 31, 2025
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EAM Jaishankar Conveys India’s Condolences On Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia’s Death

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar conveyed India’s condolences on the death of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia during his visit to Dhaka.Bangladesh High Commissioner to India Riaz Hamidullah highlighted this gesture on X, noting that Jaishankar recognised her contributions to democracy. He also expressed optimism about strengthening ties following Bangladesh’s democratic

December 31, 2025
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