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In a significant stride toward bolstering India’s artillery capabilities, Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) and Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Defence have joined forces with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) to develop the next-generation Pinaka Mk-III multi-barrel rocket launcher (MBRL) system. According to industry sources, the Indian Army is poised to receive the advanced system soon, with user trials scheduled to commence by the end of 2025. This collaboration, potentially valued at over ?25,000 crore, underscores India’s commitment to indigenous defence innovation under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
The Pinaka Mk-III, an evolution of the battle-proven Pinaka MBRL system, is designed to deliver enhanced range, precision, and firepower, positioning it as a cornerstone of the Indian Army’s artillery modernization. Developed by DRDO’s Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE) in Pune, the Mk-III boasts a range of 120 km, nearly doubling the 60–75 km reach of the Pinaka Mk-II. Its 300 mm caliber, compared to the 214 mm of earlier variants, accommodates advanced propellants and guidance systems, enabling precise strikes against high-value targets like command posts, logistics hubs, and air defence systems.
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Goodluck Defence and Aerospace Private Limited, a subsidiary of Good Luck India Limited established on August 31, 2023, is poised to transform India’s defence manufacturing landscape with its advanced 155 mm artillery shell production facility. The company has announced that the plant, designed to produce 150,000 M107 shells annually, is well ahead of schedule and awaiting government clearances for trial commissioning. Coupled with the recent commissioning of a precision tube plant, this development is set to be a “game changer” for Good Luck India, according to Chairman M.C. Garg. The company’s exceptional performance in the last quarter of FY24 further underscores its robust growth trajectory.
Goodluck Defence and Aerospace was established to capitalize on India’s growing defence sector under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative. The subsidiary focuses on forging, machining, heat treatment, and coating of steel and alloys, with a primary emphasis on producing 155 mm artillery shells, critical for modern howitzer systems like the Indian Army’s M777 and Dhanush guns. These shells, with a firing range of 24–32 km, are versatile, supporting high-explosive, precision-guided, armor-piercing, and other variants, making them a cornerstone of modern warfare.
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– A Royal Air Force (RAF) F-35B Lightning II fighter jet’s emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on Saturday night, June 14, 2025, due to low fuel has taken an intriguing turn, as reported by Mathrubhumi. The pilot, identified as Captain Mike, reportedly refused to leave the vicinity of his aircraft after completing mandatory customs and immigration formalities, opting instead to remain seated next to the jet on a chair provided by airport authorities.
This unusual incident, coupled with the subsequent arrival of a Royal Navy helicopter to ferry the pilot and possibly the aircraft back to its base, has sparked widespread curiosity and discussion on platforms like X.
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In a fresh episode highlighting Islamabad’s often premature and inaccurate military disclosures, Pakistan’s official government Twitter (now X) account quietly deleted a post that had claimed China would sell its HQ-19 Ballistic Missile Defense/Long-Range Air Defence System (BMD/LRADS) to Pakistan. The tweet, which drew considerable attention online, was removed without explanation—prompting widespread speculation and ridicule.
The same account previously came under fire for sharing video game footage from ARMA 3 and falsely presenting it as visuals of Pakistani military strikes, raising questions about the credibility of the country’s official digital communication platforms.
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Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), a leading defence public sector undertaking headquartered in Kolkata, is charting an ambitious expansion plan to meet the surging demand for ships in India’s defence and commercial sectors, as well as export markets. The company, known for its advanced shipbuilding capabilities, is exploring the establishment of a greenfield shipbuilding plant outside Kolkata, marking a significant step in its growth strategy. This move comes as GRSE ramps up its capacity to construct 24 ships concurrently, up from 20 earlier in 2024, with plans to further scale to 28 by the end of 2025 through the revival of defunct facilities and long-term leasing of dry docks.
India’s maritime sector is witnessing unprecedented growth, fueled by the government’s push for self-reliance in defence manufacturing under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative and increasing global demand for commercial vessels. GRSE, a key player in constructing warships, patrol vessels, and commercial ships, has seen its order book swell, necessitating a strategic rethink of its production capacity.
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defense journalist Shiv Aroor showcased a significant find: a piece of captured Chinese anti-riot armor, reportedly used during the 2020 Galwan Valley clash between Indian and Chinese troops. The gear, displayed in a glass case with the inscription “Bajrang Bali Ki Jai” and credited to Aroor (@ShivAroor), was seized by the Indian Army from a Chinese soldier, offering a rare glimpse into the equipment employed during the standoff.
The discovery lends credence to earlier reports suggesting that several People’s Liberation Army (PLA) soldiers were captured by Indian forces during the deadly confrontation on June 15-16, 2020, which resulted in significant casualties on both sides. The armored suit, designed for riot control, indicates the PLA’s preparedness for close-quarters combat, contrasting with the traditional narrative of the clash.
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The Eastern Naval Command of the Indian Navy has unveiled its state-of-the-art diving support vessel, INS Nistar, currently undergoing user trials ahead of its imminent induction into active service. Built by Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) in Visakhapatnam, Nistar is the lead ship of a class of two advanced vessels designed to enhance the Navy’s submarine fleet support and operational capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region. With a contract signed on September 20, 2018, and deliveries initially scheduled to commence from July 2023, the Nistar-class vessels mark a significant step in India’s maritime self-reliance and strategic positioning.
The primary mission of the Nistar-class is to bolster the Indian Navy’s submarine operations, a critical component of India’s maritime strategy in the Indo-Pacific. With the Navy operating a fleet of conventional and nuclear submarines, including the Kalvari-class and upcoming Project 75I submarines, the need for robust support infrastructure has grown exponentially. The Nistar-class addresses this gap, ensuring operational readiness and safety for India’s underwater assets.
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The nuclear arms race between India and Pakistan continues. According to a report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), India has more nuclear weapons than Pakistan. SIPRI says that India had 172 nuclear weapons in 2024. This number has increased to 180 in 2025. India has also improved missiles carrying nuclear weapons. The SIPRI report has expressed concern over the increasing tension between India and Pakistan. The report says that China is increasing its nuclear capacity very rapidly. In view of such a situation, the nuclear arms race may start again around the world.
According to the report, India’s new ‘canisterized’ missiles are very safe. Nuclear weapons can be pre-loaded in them. These missiles can be capable of carrying nuclear weapons even in times of peace. In the future, these missiles can also be capable of carrying multiple nuclear weapons simultaneously.
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Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the three-day training camp of MPs and MLAs in Pachmarhi. At the beginning of the session, condolences were expressed on the heartbreaking plane crash in Ahmedabad. Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah, while addressing the inaugural session on the topic “Jan Sangh se BJP-1951 se 2025”, said that only those who remain students till the last moment, who have the zeal to learn, can bring about change.
Today, we can see the acceptance of BJP from Panchayat to Parliament. BJP government is necessary for a well-organized, educated, developed country. Indus water will flow till Ganganagar in three years, Pakistan will yearn for every drop of water.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said he and Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides “expressed concern” over the conflicts going on in West Asia and Europe, and they both consider that “this is not an era of war”.
Modi said this in his remarks at a joint press conference with Christodoulides after holding wide-ranging talks with him here.
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‘Cyber Suraksha’, a comprehensive Cyber Security Exercise organised by Defence Cyber Agency under the aegis of Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff, commenced on June 16, 2025. This multi-phased exercise, which concludes on June 27, 2025, is a proactive step towards bolstering cyber resilience at national level, and encompasses the conduct of targeted training sessions, evaluation and an engaging capsule for leadership. Over 100 participants from national-level agencies and stakeholders from defence domains are taking part in the event.
The exercise is designed to simulate real-world cyber threats, reinforce secure practices, and test the analytical and defensive cyber skills of participants in a high-paced, gamified environment. Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) conclave for leadership has also been dovetailed in ‘Cyber Suraksha’, thereby integrating the technical aspects with leadership roles. The CISOs conclave includes talks by eminent speakers and will culminate in an immersive Table-Top Exercise.
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Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha reiterated on Monday that any terrorist attack in the state will be treated as an act of war. He said this while addressing the passing out parade of Jammu and Kashmir police officers, and added that India has sent a strong message to Pakistan and its sponsored terrorists.
“We have given them a lesson,” he added.
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A bomb threat call to India’s spaceport Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR at Sriharikota in Tirupati district of Andhra Pradesh sent security agencies into a tizzy on Monday.
Security personnel at the high-security Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota Range (SDSC SHAR) and the Tirupati district police went on high alert following a call received about the bomb threat to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) facility.
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With the escalating tensions in the Middle East following the recent conflict between Iran and Israel, the Ministry of External Affairs in a statement on Monday said that India is closely monitoring the security situation to ensure the safety and welfare of its nationals in both countries.
In a statement released on social media platform X, the MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed that the Indian Embassy in Tehran is “continuously monitoring the security situation and engaging Indian students in Iran to ensure their safety.”
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A container and a lifeboat from the Singapore-flagged cargo ship MV Wan Hai 503, which caught fire off the Kerala coast a week ago, washed ashore in Alappuzha district on Monday, raising concerns that more debris may reach the coast in the coming days.
Officials said the container, believed to be empty, and the lifeboat were found near the Kakkazhom area. Alappuzha District Collector Alex Varghese, who visited the site, said the State Disaster Management Authority and the shipping company had been informed. The items will be removed by a salvage team.
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