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The Indian Army has taken a major step toward modernising its communication systems by signing a contract for the procurement of its first batch of indigenously developed Software Defined Radios (SDRs). Designed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and manufactured by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), these advanced radios will strengthen the Army’s secure communication capabilities and improve coordination in network-centric warfare environments. Advanced Radios for Next-Gen Military Communication The newly acquired SDRs are equipped with high data transfer rates and Mobile Ad hoc Network (MANET) technology, allowing real-time, encrypted communication across varying terrains and combat zones. The system’s ability to maintain stable connections…

India is moving ahead with plans to expand its Rafale fighter fleet, but new concerns over France’s arms export practices are raising questions about long-term security implications. India eyes more Rafales for Navy and Air Force The Indian Navy has expressed interest in buying 26 Rafale-Marine jets, while the Indian Air Force has proposed acquiring 114 Rafale aircraft to be built domestically under the “Make in India” initiative. These additions would further strengthen India’s aerial capabilities, following the induction of 36 Rafales between 2020 and 2022 under a 7.87 billion Euro deal. The aircraft have already proven their effectiveness during high-intensity exercises…

The Pushkar Cattle Fair, one of India’s oldest and most popular livestock gatherings, has once again captured national attention with a horse worth Rs 15 crore, a buffalo priced at Rs 23 crore, and a cow just 16 inches tall among its biggest attractions. The fair officially begins on October 30 and continues till November 5, but breeders, traders, and visitors have already started gathering in Rajasthan’s holy town of Pushkar. The Rs 15 crore stallion everyone is talking about At the center of the fair is Shahbaz, a two and a half year old Marwari stallion owned by Gary…

The Indian Navy is set to commission INS Ikshak, an indigenously built Survey Vessel (Large), at Naval Base Kochi on November 6, 2025. The ceremony will be led by Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff, marking the ship’s formal induction into active service. A Milestone in Indigenous Naval Shipbuilding Ikshak is the third vessel in its class, reinforcing the Navy’s commitment to self-reliance and technological advancement under the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat. The induction of Ikshak highlights India’s growing capability in designing and constructing advanced hydrographic survey platforms that enhance maritime mapping, navigation, and safety. Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) Ltd, Kolkata, under the supervision of the Directorate of Ship Production and…

Amazon has confirmed plans to cut nearly 14,000 corporate jobs, marking another major shift in how the company is reorganizing around artificial intelligence. The move comes months after CEO Andy Jassy warned that automation and AI would begin replacing certain roles traditionally handled by humans. AI at the Center of Amazon’s Restructuring Back in June, Jassy had hinted that as AI tools became more capable, Amazon’s workforce would likely shrink. On Tuesday, Beth Galetti, Senior Vice President of People Experience and Technology, said in a company blog post that the layoffs were part of a broader effort to “reduce bureaucracy, remove layers, and focus…

Gautam Adani-led Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) has expressed a strong interest in participating in projects worth Rs 53,000 crore at the upcoming Vadhavan Port near Mumbai. The move strengthens Adani Group’s growing footprint across India’s western coast. Two Key MoUs Signed with JNPA APSEZ signed two memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA), which holds the largest share in the Vadhavan Port project being developed off the Palghar district in the Arabian Sea. The first MoU, signed by APSEZ CEO and Whole-Time Director Ashwani Gupta, outlines Adani’s intent to take part in offshore…

After years of staying outside the National Education Policy 2020, Kerala has signed an MoU to implement the Central government’s PM SHRI or PM Schools for Rising India scheme. The move marks a major policy shift for the CPI(M)-led Left Democratic Front government, which had earlier criticised the policy for centralising control over education. The decision reflects a practical approach to protect state interests during a difficult financial phase. By joining the scheme, Kerala is expected to unlock long-pending central funds and direct them toward improving public education. Launched in 2022, PM SHRI aims to develop fourteen thousand five hundred…

Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has announced a new partnership between its subsidiary, Reliance Intelligence Limited, and Facebook Overseas, Inc., a wholly owned arm of Meta Platforms. The joint venture, named Reliance Enterprise Intelligence Limited (REIL), will focus on developing, marketing, and distributing enterprise AI services. Shareholding and Investment DetailsUnder the joint venture agreement, Reliance Intelligence will hold a 70% stake, while Facebook will own the remaining 30%. Both companies have committed a total investment of around ₹855 crore to the project, signaling a major step in expanding enterprise-level AI solutions in India. Incorporation of REILREIL was officially incorporated in India on…

The State Bank of India (SBI), the country’s largest lender, is gearing up for a major recruitment drive to strengthen its operations and improve customer service across the country. The bank plans to hire around 3,500 officers, including probationary, specialist, and circle-based officers, in the current financial year. Expanding Officer Cadre SBI Deputy Managing Director (HR) and Chief Development Officer Kishore Kumar Poludasu said the bank recently recruited 505 Probationary Officers (POs) in June, and the process to fill another 541 vacancies is already underway. The PO recruitment follows a three-stage process — preliminary exams, mains, and a psychometric test…

Peyush Bansal’s journey didn’t begin with success. It began with rejection. As a Delhi school student, he had his sights set on the IITs but didn’t make the cut. That setback could’ve ended his dream before it began, but instead, it redirected it. With some convincing, his parents sent him to Canada to study engineering. Landing there was a jolt. He had no home, little money, and a workload that felt endless. Between a tough engineering program and a receptionist job, he often worked close to 20 hours a day. But those long nights taught him resilience, and, eventually, introduced…