Month: May 2026

Defence Minister Reiterates India Halted Operation Sindoor On Its Own Terms, Counters Trump’s Insistent Rant

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has affirmed that India halted Operation Sindoor voluntarily, emphasising that the country was fully prepared for a long war against Pakistan if required.Speaking at the National Security Summit 2.0, he described Pakistan as the epicentre of international terrorism and stressed the need to uproot its ideological and political foundations.He hailed Prime Minister

May 1, 2026
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HAL’s ‘LCA Man’ Ravi Kota Takes Charge As Chairman & MD Amid TEJAS Delivery Challenges

Ravi Kota has been appointed as the 22nd Chairman and Managing Director of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), taking charge on 1 May 2026 following the retirement of Dr DK Sunil.He is popularly known as HAL’s “LCA Man” due to his long-standing association with the TEJAS Light Combat Aircraft programme, a project that has defined much of his career within the organisation.His appointment was

May 1, 2026
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ISRO Details Gaganyaan Astronaut Training And Mission Readiness As Uncrewed Launch Nears

India’s human spaceflight program is advancing steadily, with the Indian Space Research Organisation revealing detailed updates on astronaut training and mission readiness for the Gaganyaan mission.According to a India Today report, the latest annual report provides the most comprehensive account yet of how the first batch of astronauts, known as Gaganyaatris, are being prepared for their journey

May 1, 2026
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India’s Defence Industry Eyes ₹15 Lakh Crores Export Boom Under ‘Make In India’ Drive

India’s defence sector is poised for a dramatic transformation, with a projected ₹15 Lakh Crores revenue opportunity over the next five years, underpinned by rising government spending, indigenisation, and strong global demand.Exports have already reached ₹38,424 crore, and the government is targeting ₹50,000 crore by FY29, signalling India’s emergence as a significant global arms

May 1, 2026
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Olee Space Delivers India’s First Private Sector Developed Laser Weapon To Army, Achieving DEW Milestone

Pune-based deep-tech start-up OleeSpace has reportedly delivered what is being described as India’s first private sector-developed Directed Energy Weapon, or laser weapon system, to the Indian Army. Emerging from reported developments in early 2026, the company has concentrated on compact, AI-powered laser systems, marking a significant step forward for private sector involvement in India’s

May 1, 2026
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Wang Yi and Rubio Discuss Trump China Trip, Prioritise Global Stability

China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a phone conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday, underscoring the importance of maintaining stability in bilateral relations and preparing for future high-level exchanges.The discussion came ahead of US President Donald Trump’s forthcoming visit to China, scheduled for mid-May.According to Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning

May 1, 2026
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Pakistan Admits Energy Fragility As India’s Massive Oil Reserves Cushions Global Shock

Pakistan has openly acknowledged its acute vulnerability to the global oil shock, conceding that it lacks strategic reserves to shield itself from soaring fuel prices.The admission came as crude surged to $126 per barrel, the highest level since 2022, amid continued obstruction of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.Petroleum Minister Musadik Malik, speaking to Samaa TV, revealed that Islamabad

May 1, 2026
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Mizoram Achieves Historic ‘Insurgency Free’ Status As Last Group HPC(D) Cadres Lay Down Arms

Mizoram has formally been declared insurgency-free following the laying down of arms by the last remaining faction of the Hmar People’s Convention (Democratic), led by Lalhmingthanga Sanate.Forty-three cadres returned to the mainstream during a Home Coming and Arms Laying Ceremony held in Sesawng, attended by Chief Minister Lalduhoma. This event followed the peace pact signed on 14 April 2026 at

May 1, 2026
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