Leo did not mention any specific conflicts in the message, known as the ‘Urbi et Orbi’
Lamine Yamal’s anger after Barcelona’s La Liga win downplayed by Flick
Yamal’s unhappiness at the end of the match against Atletico Madrid was over missed scoring opportunities, Flick says.
Indigenous 1,000 Kg Heavy Bomb Project For IAF Takes Off; Targets Strategic Self‑Reliance
India has launched a significant plan to develop indigenous 1,000‑kg aerial bombs, marking a decisive step towards self‑reliance in strategic munitions.The Ministry of Defence has issued an Expression of Interest to design, develop, and procure these heavy bombs, ensuring compatibility with both Russian and Western aircraft currently in service with the Indian Air Force.The project will begin
Nuke Boat’s INS Aridhaman Doubles Strike Power With 24 Sagarika Submarine Launched Ballistic Missiles
INS Aridhaman has been formally commissioned into service, marking a significant expansion of India’s sea‑based nuclear deterrent. The submarine, reportedly 1,000 tons heavier than its predecessors Arihant and Arighaat, was inducted at a ceremony in Visakhapatnam presided over by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.Unlike Arihant and Arighaat, which can carry up to a dozen K‑15 Sagarika and four K‑4
Trump’s ‘Beautiful’ Bird Count: Epic Fury’s Fiery Fiasco Or Just Another Tweetstorm?
by G H KumarOh, Mr President Trump, whatever are you tallying now amid the smoke and mirrors of Operation Epic Fury? One can’t help but chuckle at your eagle-eyed obsession with those "beautiful" aircraft plummeting from the skies like overripe fruit.Back in the day, during India’s Operation Sindoor, you couldn’t resist those barbed quips about the IAF’s supposed losses—tweeting away as if each
GTRE To Transform Su-30MKIs Into Flying Testbeds For India’s Indigenous Jet Engines
India is embarking on a bold new chapter in its aerospace journey with the decision to convert two Su‑30MKI fighter jets into dedicated flying testbeds for indigenous engine development, Zee News reported.The Gas Turbine Research Establishment, a premier laboratory under the Defence Research and Development Organisation, is spearheading this initiative, which is expected to accelerate the
IAF Invites Bids For Hydrogen-Powered Heavy-Lift Airship Project For Surveillance Missions
The Indian Air Force has announced a bold initiative to develop hydrogen-powered autonomous airships, signalling a major technological leap in its surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities.The project, formally titled the Medium Altitude Heavy Lift Airship, is envisioned as a pilotless platform capable of operating at altitudes of around 30,000 feet while carrying payloads of up to 5,000
HAL Keeps Su-57 Door Ajar Amid IAF’s Stealth Uncertainty
Recent statements from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) indicate that the Su-57 fifth-generation fighter remains under consideration for the Indian Air Force (IAF), despite advancements in Rafale procurement and the indigenous Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA).HAL’s Chairman, Dr D.K. Sunil, revealed that Russian presentations on the jet’s capabilities have been made to IAF teams, with
Project Kusha: India’s Indigenous Air Defence Outshines Russia’s S‑400
India has unveiled Project Kusha, a homegrown air defence system that is already being hailed as a game‑changer. The Indian Air Force has placed orders for five squadrons, with deliveries expected between 2028 and 2030.This comes after India’s earlier purchase of five Russian S‑400 squadrons, meaning the country will soon operate at least 20 advanced air defence units. The new system is not only
Indian LPG Tanker Green Sanvi Secures Safe Passage Through Strait of Hormuz Amid Strict Blokade
India’s energy security received a boost with the safe passage of the Indian‑flagged LPG tanker Green Sanvi through the Strait of Hormuz.The vessel successfully transited the strategic maritime chokepoint on Friday night, carrying approximately 46,650 metric tonnes of Liquefied Petroleum Gas. This marks a significant development amid ongoing regional instability and concerns over supply