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The Defence Research and Development Organisation (drdo) has achieved a significant milestone by conducting a scramjet combustor ground test for over 1,000 seconds at its Hyderabad facility. This successful test validates the design for long-duration scramjet combustors, paving the way for full-scale flight testing. This advancement is crucial for India's Hypersonic Cruise Missile Development Programme, enabling high-speed, long-duration flight capabilities.

A road rage incident in Bengaluru escalated into a linguistic dispute when an IAF officer and his wife were allegedly attacked. The Wing Commander claimed verbal abuse in Kannada and physical assault. The altercation occurred while the couple was en route to the airport, with the biker allegedly threatening them and a mob joining in the assault, resulting in injuries.

A road rage incident in Bengaluru involving IAF Wing Commander Shiladitya Bose and his wife, Squadron Leader Madhumita Das, led to protests outside Baiyappanahalli Police Station. Bose, en route to the airport, alleges he was attacked and verbally abused after a confrontation with bike riders.

The Karnataka High Court has established a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate a data theft case at NewSpace Research and Technologies, a drone manufacturing company. This action follows a complaint that former employees stole sensitive data, potentially compromising national security.

India has achieved a significant milestone in defense technology with the successful demonstration of a 30-kilowatt laser weapon system capable of neutralizing aerial threats like drones and missiles. Developed by the drdo, this directed-energy weapon is ready for production and deployment, placing India among a select group of nations with advanced laser capabilities.

After the US, Russia and China, India has successfully demonstrated a directed energy weapon or DEW — a 30KW laser beam capable of neutralising drones and static targets. It can also blind surveillance devices

A road-rage incident in East Bengaluru involving IAF officers Wing Commander Shiladitya Bose and Squadron Leader Madhumita Dutta turned into a language controversy after Bose alleged abuse in Kannada. His viral video sparked outrage, but CCTV footage revealed he assaulted the biker. Police clarified it as a routine road rage case, unrelated to language or regional bias.

India has finalized a significant deal with France, procuring 26 Rafale-Marine jets for approximately Euro 7 billion. Deliveries are scheduled from mid-2028 to 2030, enhancing the Indian Navy's capabilities, especially for aircraft carrier operations. This acquisition aims to counter China's growing naval presence in the Indian Ocean, providing a substantial boost to India's maritime air power.

India is poised to receive its first fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, the AMCA, by 2035, as announced by drdo chairman Samir V Kamat. drdo is also planning to collaborate with a foreign OEM for aero-engine development. Furthermore, drdo demonstrated its laser-based weapon system capable of neutralizing aerial threats, joining an elite group of nations with such capabilities.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami participated in the Startup Samvad program under Mukhya Sevak Samvad at Mukhya Sevak Sadan Dehradun on Sunday. During this time, he interacted with people promoting startups from across the state and heard their valuable suggestions. On this occasion, the Chief Minister also released a book titled Unnat Uttarakhand and visited various stalls based on various startups.

With Beijing investing in multirole stealth bombers, IAF and New Delhi must think long term. Yes, given domestic capabilities, developing this platform will be tough. But it must be attempted

Indian Institute of Science (IISc) proposes developing 'angstrom-scale' chips using 2D materials like graphene, potentially surpassing current 3-nanometer silicon chips. Submitted to the government, the Rs 500 crore project aims to establish India as a semiconductor leader.

India has achieved a significant milestone in defense technology by successfully testing a 30-kilowatt laser weapon capable of neutralizing aircraft, missiles, and drone swarms, developed by drdo and ready for deployment. Meanwhile, China urges the US to completely remove reciprocal tariffs. In Punjab, a controversy arose after police questioned a Congress MLA following remarks critical of the Chief Minister.

The Army and drdo completed four successful flight tests of the MR-SAM systems developed in collaboration with Israel. These tests, conducted from the Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island, demonstrated the missile system's ability to intercept high-speed aerial targets at various ranges and altitudes, confirming its operational capability.

India's Cabinet Committee on Security has approved a nearly Rs 64,000 crore deal with France for 26 Rafale-Marine fighter jets for INS Vikrant. The agreement includes 22 single-seat and four twin-seat trainers, along with weapons and support. Delivery is expected within 37 to 65 months.

G Sateesh Reddy, former drdo Chairman, urged young Indians to make India a leading innovation hub. Speaking at Siddhartha Educational Academy, he highlighted India's growth in science, technology, and start-ups. He reflected on his struggles and achievements, encouraging the youth to aim high and draw inspiration from visionaries like Dr APJ Abdul Kalam.