Student executed for poisoning roommate in deadly ‘April Fool’s prank’
Lin Senhao was executed in China in 2015 after poisoning his roommate Huang Yang with a lethal dose of liver-destroying toxin at Fudan University
Month: April 2026
Swarming The Skies: IndoWings Starts Integrating Tandem-Wing LM-250 With Pinaka MBRL
The IndoWings LM-250 represents a significant leap in indigenous loitering munition technology, specifically engineered to integrate with India’s Pinaka Multi-Barrel Rocket Launcher (MBRL).The LM-250 represents a major indigenous innovation, successfully integrated with the Pinaka MBRL to add precision loitering strike capability. This hybridisation of artillery and drone warfare is a significant
Drone Swarms Redefine Warfare: Can India’s Production Surge Match The Iran-Israel Paradigm?
The Iran-Israel conflict illuminates a pivotal shift in modern warfare, where victory increasingly favours vast fleets of inexpensive drones over costly missiles and conventional platforms. Conflicts now hinge on economics, scalability, and the sheer volume of expendable unmanned systems rather than raw technological superiority alone.Iran’s Shahed-136 loitering munitions exemplify this trend,
Wings of Sovereignty: India’s ₹39,000 Crores Stealth Drone Leap Signals New Era For Domestic Industry
The Indian Air Force has initiated a transformative journey towards aerial superiority with the formal approval of a ₹39,000 Crores project to develop and manufacture indigenous unmanned stealth fighters.Formerly known as the Ghatak program, the now-rechristened Remotely Piloted Strike Aircraft (RPSA) initiative represents a foundational shift in India’s approach to high-end military
BEL Secures ₹6,795 Crore Orders in Radars, TEJAS Avionics Tech, And Key Exports Boost
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a Navratna Defence Public Sector Undertaking, has secured fresh orders totalling ₹6,795 crore, bolstering its order book since the previous disclosure on 30 March 2026. The company made this announcement via a press release filed under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. This influx of contracts
Indian Armed Forces Pioneer New Partnership Models To Drive Indigenous Defence Innovation
The Indian Armed Forces have recently introduced two innovative partnership models aimed at accelerating the development of indigenous platforms and components.These frameworks are designed to streamline collaboration, reduce costs, and shorten timelines by bypassing traditional reliance on Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs).The first model, the User–Academia–Industry Partnership, brings
‘President Deeply Cares About India-US Relationship’: US Envoy Sergio Gor
In a significant diplomatic rendezvous at the White House, the United States Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, met with President Donald Trump to reinforce the strength of the bilateral bond.Following the meeting, the Envoy emphasised that the President maintains a profound personal interest in the flourishing partnership between Washington and New Delhi.This high-level engagement follows a
Indigenous Naval Might: Cochin Shipyard Delivers High-Tech ASW Vessel INS ‘Malvan’ To Indian Navy
The Indian Navy has officially expanded its coastal defence capabilities with the induction of Malvan, the second vessel in the Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) series.The ship was formally delivered by Cochin Shipyard Limited at its facility in Kochi, marking a significant step forward in the nation’s maritime security infrastructure.Designed and constructed entirely within
MoD Has Sealed 500+ Capital Procurement Contracts Worth ₹2.3 Lakh Crores In FY 2025-26
The Indian Ministry of Defence has reached an unprecedented milestone in capital procurement for the 2025-26 financial year, underscoring a rapid shift in the nation’s strategic posture. By the close of March 2026, the Ministry successfully formalised contracts for over 500 distinct proposals, representing a financial commitment of approximately ₹2.3 lakh crore ($27.5 billion).This surge in
EAM Jaishankar Engages With Counterparts of Russia And Portugal On West Asia Turmoil Amid Energy Route Disruptions
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar conducted a telephonic discussion with Portuguese Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel, centring on the escalating conflict in West Asia and opportunities to bolster bilateral ties between India and Portugal.In a post on X dated Tuesday, Jaishankar described the exchange as "a good conversation," highlighting their shared views on the volatile West Asia situation.