Month: September 2025

SKY opens up post Asia Cup 2025 -“Desh ke sath chalna zaroori hai”

SKY opens up post Asia Cup 2025 -“Desh ke sath chalna zaroori hai”

Defending champions India won the Asia Cup 9th time under the captaincy of Surya Kumar Yadav. The series was in high octane much before the start of the series. India banning bi-lateral series with Pakistan but to play against them in ICC tournaments had mixed views. Also read: India-Pakistan Asia Cup Face-Off Green-Lit; Government Maintains Bilateral Sports stand-off From skipping handshakes to Pakistani players war signals had added to the drama. It all peaked when Indian team refused to accept trophy from the Pakistan board and Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Mohsin Naqvi, who is also his country's interior minister…
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Anant Shastra: Indian Army to Acquire Rs 30,000 Air Defence Missile System

Anant Shastra: Indian Army to Acquire Rs 30,000 Air Defence Missile System

Anant Shastra, a modern battlefield air defence system estimated at Rs 30,000 crore is being developed by DRDO. The Indian Army aims to enhance its capabilities in air defence. It is set to invest Rs 30,000 crore in indigenously developed firepower. The government has issued a fresh RFP to Bharat Electronics Limited (BHEL). This RFP is for producing the Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air Missile (QRSAM) system. The system is named ‘Anant Shastra’. How does Anant Shastra Boost Capabilities? System is designed to guard Army formations against a fast-changing spectrum of aerial threats. These threats range from enemy fighter jets and helicopters…
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Farewell to The MiG-21: India’s Trusted Warbird for Over Six Decades

Farewell to The MiG-21: India’s Trusted Warbird for Over Six Decades

MiG-21 (Mikoyam-Gurevich) is a supersonic jet fighter and interceptor aircraft. Designed by the Soviet Union it is set to retire after 62 years of service for the Indian Air Force (IAF). It played a crucial role in the 1965 and 1971 wars. It was also significant in the 1999 Kargil war, 2019 Balakot Strikes, and 2025 Operation Sindoor. The Grand Farewell The decommissioning ceremony was held at Chandigarh Air Force station from where the first flight took place in 1963. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh was invited as the chief guest. He described MiG-21 as a mighty machine and a national…
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OG starring Pawan Kalyan Roars at the worldwide box office with ₹155 cr on day 1

OG starring Pawan Kalyan Roars at the worldwide box office with ₹155 cr on day 1

The movies worldwide box office collection on day 1 has recorded a significant achievement. Pawan Kalyan's film has registered the seventh biggest opening in Indian cinema history. Pawan Kalyan has scripted history with OG. The film is most likely his last for a while. It has registered the biggest opening by a non-pan-India film in history. It crossed the ₹150 crore mark worldwide on day 1 itself. OG movie worldwide collection OG has taken a running start at the ticket window. Trade tracker Sacnilk reported that the film earned ₹20.25 crore net in India in paid previews. On top of that, on its first day at…
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Big Boost to Indian Air Defence HAL to Deliver 97 Advanced LCA Mk1A Aircraft

Big Boost to Indian Air Defence HAL to Deliver 97 Advanced LCA Mk1A Aircraft

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed a contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). The contract is for the procurement of 97 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A. This includes 68 fighters and 29 twin seaters. The contract also includes associated equipment for the Indian Air Force. The cost is over Rs. 62,370 crore (excluding taxes) on September 25, 2025. The delivery of these aircraft would commence during 2027-28 and be completed over a period of six years. The aircraft will have an indigenous content of over 64%. There will be 67 additional items incorporated. These are over and above the previous…
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DRDO Tests Revolutionary Rail Based Launcher for Agni-Prime Missile

DRDO Tests Revolutionary Rail Based Launcher for Agni-Prime Missile

DRDO, in collaboration with the Strategic Forces Command (SFC), has successfully launched the Intermediate Range Agni-Prime Missile. The launch was from a Rail based Mobile launcher system under a full operational scenario on 24th Sep 2025. This next generation missile is designed to cover a range up to 2000 km. It is equipped with various advanced features. The launch was the first of its kind. It was carried out from a specially designed Rail based Mobile Launcher. This launcher has the capability to move on the Rail network without any pre-conditions. It provides for cross country mobility and has the capability…
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L&T and BEL Join Forces for the Indian Air Force’s Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) Program

L&T and BEL Join Forces for the Indian Air Force’s Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) Program

Mumbai: Larsen & Toubro (L&T) and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) are now strategic partners. They aim to support the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme of the Indian Air Force. The consortium will participate in the Expression of Interest notice issued by the Government of India’s (GoI) Aeronautical Development Agency. They will submit a response in the coming weeks.  The partnership will leverage L&T’s expertise in developing strategic defence and aerospace platforms. BEL brings its experience in defence electronics and systems. Together, they will jointly contribute to India’s 5th-generation fighter aircraft.  The collaboration marks a significant milestone in advancing India’s defence…
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Jolly LLB 3 Races Past ₹60 Crore Milestone on the Strength of Stellar Acting and Direction

Jolly LLB 3 Races Past ₹60 Crore Milestone on the Strength of Stellar Acting and Direction

Jolly LLB 3, starring Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi, crossed the Rs 60-crore mark at the domestic box office. This milestone was achieved on Tuesday, as per trade reports. Directed by Subhash Kapoor, the film began its box office with a collection of Rs 12.5 crore nett, according to industry data-tracking portal Sacnilk. On Saturday, the film minted Rs 20 crore nett, followed by Rs 21 crore nett on Sunday. The daily earnings dropped to Rs 5.5 crore nett on Monday, and improved marginally to Rs 6.5 crore nett on Tuesday. The total domestic haul of the courtroom comedy stands…
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Using Artificial Intelligence for these things can land you in big trouble

Using Artificial Intelligence for these things can land you in big trouble

Usage of AI in today’s life is increasing rapidly. We can already see impact of Artificial intelligence in numerous forms ranging from predicting behavioural targeting to weather forecast. Besides this AI is often seen as a tool that effortlessly predicts the probabilities of global events. There are policies which limits AI to promote or participate in any form of gambling activities. But recently, questions have arisen about whether AI is even advising on illegal activities like betting. According to a Senate report, when ChatGPT and Gemini were asked which football team to bet on next week, both suggested that the…
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‘Digital Arrest’ Fraud of Rs 22.92 Cr Creates Stir, Know How to Stay Protected

‘Digital Arrest’ Fraud of Rs 22.92 Cr Creates Stir, Know How to Stay Protected

Naresh Malhotra,78, has spent nearly three decades in senior positions with government and private banks. He received a random call on August 1. The call aimed at recent fraud Digital Arrest prevalent these days. During the call, he was told that his phone number is being used for terror funding. He could be “bailed out” by the RBI and Supreme Court once funds were dispatched in surety. The funds would be returned in due course. Between 4 August and 4 September, he made a total of 21 visits. He completed 21 RTGS transfers to 16 bank accounts. These transfers totalled…
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