Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has cleared the procurement of the indigenous MP-ATGM missile. (Image credit: DRDO) The Defence Ministry approved several major acquisition proposals worth over Rs 52,000 crore. The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh was attended for the first time by newly-appointed Chief of Defence Staff Gen Raja Subramani,…
Cristiano Ronaldo (Image Via Instagram) Cristiano Ronaldo once again captured the attention of football fans around the world after Portugal’s thrilling FIFA World Cup Round of 32 win over Croatia. The Portuguese captain shared a special moment from the team hotel. Where he celebrated with hundreds of supporters gathered outside. His video quickly spread across…
DEEP has completed the installation of Vanguard, its pilot subsea human habitat, at Tennessee Reef in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. The system now sits 17 metres below the water’s surface following a complex marine operation, marking a significant milestone in subsea engineering and long-duration underwater research capability.The installation enables multi-day subsea missions, allowing…
The comments come as Pakistan continues to grapple with mounting economic pressures, persistent militant violence, political instability and growing international scrutiny over human rights A former senior Singapore diplomat has delivered a stark assessment of Pakistan’s future, warning that the country remains “teetering on the brink of failure” despite recent diplomatic gains.Speaking during the National…
Gone are the days when people had to shell out lakhs for travelling internationally. Exploring a foreign country no longer has to mean emptying your savings account all thanks to favourable exchange rates, affordable accommodation and reasonable flight tickets. There are several countries that continue to offer unforgettable travel experiences without breaking your bank balance….
A ‘prolonged, dangerous heatwave’ is sweeping across the central and eastern United States, just hours ahead of the Fourth of July holiday. The temperature is expected to go up to 105 degrees Fahrenheit 40.5 degrees Celsius), According to the National Weather Service. The soaring temperatures are raising concerns as US President Donald Trump hosts a…
While the world weaves tales about dinosaurs, snakes larger and more ferocious have slithered away in the past. Out of all the reptiles that scare humans, snakes have always topped the chart. Not just because of their capabilities, but also due to their size, strength and yes, silence.The animal that strikes one dead with a…
Top gainers and losers today Benchmark equity indices ended higher on Friday, supported by positive global cues, easing crude oil prices, expectations of a softer global interest rate environment, and optimism following the India–Japan summit.The Nifty 50 gained 95.15 points, or 0.39 per cent, to close at 24,270.85, while the BSE Sensex rose 261.79 points,…
The Centre has entrusted senior IAS officer Lokhande Prashant Sitaram with the additional charge of CBSE Chairperson while he continues to serve in the Ministry of Home Affairs. Here’s a closer look at his educational background, administrative career, and the leadership transition at India’s largest school education board. The Central Government has appointed senior IAS…
Cristiano Ronaldo with Portugal teammate Bernardo Silva (AP Photo) Hello and welcome to another edition of Offside. Today is the birth anniversary of one of the greatest authors in the Western literary canon. One of the most written-about authors in the world, Franz Kafka didn’t even want much of his work published, but his dying…