Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre Issues EoI For Indian Firms To Build BAS-01 Structure

India’s space ambitions have reached a pivotal milestone with the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), under the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), issuing an Expression of Interest (EoI) on 8 January 2026.This initiative invites qualified Indian aerospace industries to develop and produce the structure for the BAS-01 module, the foundational element of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (

January 9, 2026
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Indian Army Launches Digital Platform To Enable Commanders Make Informed Decisions

The Indian Army has unveiled a transformative digital platform known as Depot Integration Management Edition (DIME), designed to revolutionise military logistics. Launched on Thursday, this pan-Army system promises to deliver near real-time visibility of logistic items, spanning from frontline units to Army Headquarters.DIME addresses longstanding challenges in supply chain management by

January 9, 2026
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BSF Deploys 12-Ft Fencing At Chicken’s Neck Amid Bangladesh Unrest

The Border Security Force (BSF) has swiftly erected 12-foot-high concertina fencing along vulnerable stretches of the India-Bangladesh border in West Bengal’s strategically vital Chicken’s Neck region, known as the Siliguri Corridor.This narrow 20-40 km wide land bridge serves as India’s sole terrestrial link to its eight north-eastern states, making it a perennial geopolitical flashpoint. The

January 9, 2026
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PTC Industries Secures VSSC Order For Aerospace-Grade Titanium Alloy Ingots

PTC Industries, a key player in India’s advanced manufacturing sector, has announced a significant order from the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).This contract involves the conversion of high-purity titanium sponge into aerospace-grade Ti-6Al-4V titanium alloy ingots, marking a milestone in the nation’s push for self-reliance in critical

January 9, 2026
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Bangladesh Air Chief Meets Asim Munir, Discusses Bilateral Defence Cooperation

Bangladesh Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan concluded a significant visit to Pakistan, marked by key meetings with the nation’s top military leadership. On Thursday, he engaged in substantive discussions with General Asim Munir, Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces, at General Headquarters in Rawalpindi.The talks centred on bilateral defence cooperation, regional security dynamics, and

January 9, 2026
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IAF Chief: Operation Sindoor Demands Nation-Building From All

Air Chief Marshal A P Singh, the Chief of the Indian Air Force, praised National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets for their vital contributions during Operation Sindoor while addressing them at the ongoing Republic Day Camp in Delhi Cantonment, reported new agency PTI.He emphasised that the military operation had reinforced a crucial message: life extends beyond personal pursuits or earning money, and

January 9, 2026
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63 Naxalites, Including 36 With Total Bounty of Over ₹1.19 Crore, Surrender In Chhattisgarh

In a significant development for counter-insurgency efforts in central India, 63 Naxalites surrendered in Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, on Friday. Among them, 36 carried a collective bounty exceeding Rs 1.19 crore, marking a major blow to Maoist networks in the region.The surrender took place before senior police officials and personnel from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), under the

January 9, 2026
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India Denies US Trade Deal Stalled Because ‘Modi Didn’t Call Trump’

India has firmly rebutted claims by US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick that bilateral trade negotiations stalled due to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s failure to telephone President Donald Trump.Lutnick made these remarks on the All-In Podcast, a business and technology program hosted by venture capitalists, suggesting the deal was nearly finalised but faltered over this reluctance.He described

January 9, 2026
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah Chairs Security Review Meeting On Jammu And Kashmir

Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Government of India is committed to establish lasting peace in Jammu and Kashmir and completely eliminate terrorism. Counter Terror (CT) Operations targeting terrorist infrastructure and terror financing in a mission mode should continueDue to sustained and coordinated efforts of the Modi Government, the terror eco-system in Jammu and

January 9, 2026
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BRO Races To Finish Strategic NPD Road, Unlocking Ladakh’s 3rd Axis

The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) continues its tireless efforts to finalise the Nimmu-Padam-Darcha (NPD) Road, establishing Ladakh’s vital third strategic axis to the mainland. This 298-kilometre route links Manali to Leh via Darcha and Nimmu on the Kargil-Leh Highway, providing a shorter alternative to the existing Manali-Leh and Srinagar-Leh paths.In March 2024, BRO achieved a major

January 9, 2026
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