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In a significant move, the Central Government on Monday empowered state governments to exercise its powers under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967 to take action against the Awami Action Committee (AAC), which has been declared an unlawful association. Through a notification issued and published in the Gazette of India, the Centre authorized the states to invoke Sections 7 and 8 of the UAPA. This includes the power to seize properties associated with the banned organization and restrict its activities.
The delegation of authority is done under Section 42 of the Act. “…In exercise of the powers conferred by section 42 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967(37 of 1967) (hereinafter referred to as the said Act). The Central Government hereby directs that all powers exercisable by it under sections 7 and 8 of the said Act shall also be exercised by the state governments,” reads the notification issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
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In a strategic move to modernize its logistical capabilities, the Indian Army has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for the procurement of Logistic Drones tailored for medium and high-altitude operations. This dual RFI, targeting Logistic Drones (Medium Altitude) and Logistic Drones (High Altitude) along with their accessories, aims to finalize Service Qualitative Requirements (SQRs), determine procurement categories, and identify capable Indian vendors. The Army has set an ambitious timeline, expecting delivery within two years of the contract award, aligning the initiative with the “Make in India” and “Atmanirbhar Bharat” programs to bolster indigenous defense manufacturing.
The RFI reflects the Army’s recognition of drones as a game-changer for logistics in the challenging terrains along India’s northern borders, including Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh. These regions, marked by rugged mountains and extreme weather, pose significant hurdles to traditional supply chains, particularly for forward posts in remote areas. The drones are envisioned as a solution to provide an “operational logistic surge,” ensuring timely delivery of critical supplies to troops stationed at altitudes of up to 3,000 meters for medium-altitude variants and up to 5,000 meters for high-altitude models.
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In a significant step toward enhancing its artillery capabilities, the Indian Army, under the aegis of the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to procure rocket ammunition for its in-service 122mm Grad BM-21 Multi Barrel Rocket Launcher (MBRL) system. The move underscores the Army’s intent to strengthen its firepower across diverse terrains, from plains and deserts to high-altitude mountainous regions, ensuring operational readiness for a range of artillery tasks. With this RFI, the Army is reaching out to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and authorized Indian vendors to identify capable partners for this critical project.
The 122mm Grad BM-21, a Soviet-origin MBRL system, has been a mainstay of the Indian Army’s rocket artillery regiments for decades. Known for its rapid salvo capability, the system can unleash a barrage of rockets to saturate targets, providing crucial fire support in both offensive and defensive operations. The RFI specifies that the new ammunition must be compatible with the existing in-service launchers, which feature launch tubes approximately 2.8 meters in length. This ensures seamless integration without necessitating modifications to the current fleet—a practical consideration given the system’s widespread deployment.
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On Pakistan Day, the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) released a stirring promotional video paying tribute to the resilience and spirit of the entire Pakistani nation. The video, a blend of patriotic fervor and military pride, showcased the PAF’s dedication to defending the country’s skies. However, amidst the grandeur of the tribute, a subtle yet telling detail emerged—evidence of the PAF’s persistent preoccupation with the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) Su-30MKI, a formidable multirole fighter jet that continues to dominate discussions within Pakistan’s military circles.
The promo video featured a segment with Squadron Leader and an instructor from the PAF’s 9 Griffins Squadron briefing their team ahead of a planned sortie. What caught the eye of keen observers was the presence of a scaled-down model of the IAF’s Su-30MKI in their hands during the briefing. This wasn’t a mere prop—it was a clear indication that the PAF’s training and tactical planning remain heavily centered on devising counter-strategies to tackle this Russian-origin aircraft, affectionately nicknamed “Rambha” by Indian forces. The inclusion of the Su-30MKI model underscores how deeply the aircraft has embedded itself in the PAF’s operational psyche.
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The realm of military engineering, particularly in the domain of Main Battle Tanks (MBTs), hinges on the performance of powertrains that drive these behemoths across diverse and often unforgiving terrains. The development of India’s indigenous DATRAN 1500 engine, a collaborative effort between the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML), marks a significant milestone in the country’s pursuit of self-reliance in defense technology.
This article delves into a detailed comparison of the DATRAN 1500 with its global counterparts in the same class—the MT 883 Ka 501 from Germany, the Batu from Turkey, and the DV27K from South Korea—showcasing how India’s offering stands tall in a competitive landscape.
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The Indian Army has taken a strategic step toward bolstering its battlefield deception tactics by issuing a Request for Information (RFI) for the procurement of 54 sets of Inflatable Mock-Up Bridges. This innovative acquisition includes 48 mid-sections and 6 end-sections, designed to mimic the appearance and signatures of the in-service Ponton Modular System (PMS) Bridge. The RFI, aimed at identifying capable vendors and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), underscores the Army’s intent to deploy these decoys across desert, semi-desert, and riverine terrains, enhancing its ability to mislead adversaries in both day and night conditions.
The Inflatable Mock-Up Bridge is engineered to be a near-perfect replica of the PMS Bridge, a modular bridging system used by the Indian Army for rapid river crossings and logistical support. In the visual spectrum (380 to 780 nm), the mock-up must be indistinguishable from the real thing when viewed from 500 meters during daytime under clear, bright sunlight, and from 100 meters at night under full moonlight. This level of fidelity ensures that enemy reconnaissance—whether human or optical—struggles to differentiate the decoy from an operational bridge at operational distances.
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Zeus Numerix, a pioneering Indian defence technology startup, has achieved a significant milestone in the realm of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) weaponization with the successful development and trial of its UAV-dropped munitions in the 3-25 kg class. Equipped with an in-house developed Ejector Rack Unit (ERU) as part of its UAV Weaponization Kit (UVW), this innovative system offers versatile configurations capable of carrying single or triple gravity-dropped munitions, with a maximum payload capacity of 55 kg. The Indian Army closely monitored the recently completed trials, underscoring the strategic importance of this advancement for India’s military modernization efforts.
The ERU supports multiple configurations: a single munition or a triple-munition setup, with a total payload capacity of up to 55 kg. Zeus Numerix has developed six distinct munition types, ranging from 2 kg to 25 kg, catering to diverse operational needs—from small-scale tactical strikes to larger, high-impact missions. These munitions are gravity-dropped, relying on the ERU’s precision release mechanism to ensure accurate delivery to targets.
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Digital Combat Simulator (DCS) World, a premier flight simulation platform developed by Eagle Dynamics, has captivated aviation enthusiasts and gamers with its high-fidelity aircraft modules, realistic physics, and immersive combat scenarios. Featuring a diverse roster of aircraft—from the American F-16C Viper to the Russian MiG-29 and even vintage warbirds like the P-51 Mustang—DCS World thrives on its detailed recreations of military hardware. Yet, despite its global appeal and the growing prominence of India’s indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas, this unique fighter jet remains conspicuously absent from the DCS module lineup. While there is significant interest from the DCS community in seeing a Tejas module, several practical, technical, and strategic factors explain its exclusion.
The LCA Tejas, designed by India’s Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) and manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), is a compelling candidate for DCS World. As a lightweight, single-engine, multirole fighter, it boasts a delta-wing configuration, advanced fly-by-wire controls, and a growing suite of modern avionics and weaponry, including the indigenous Uttam AESA radar and Astra missile. Its evolution from a replacement for aging MiG-21s to a 4.5-generation platform with variants like the Tejas Mk1A and the upcoming Mk2 makes it a fascinating study in modern aerospace design.
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Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari said on Sunday that his country will continue to build itself despite internal and external conspiracies. Addressing the Pakistan Day military parade at Aiwan-e-Sadr (President’s House), Zardari congratulated the nation and said that the objective of Pakistan was to set up a welfare state where the rule of law should be supreme.
“Pakistan was achieved after many sacrifices and we would not hesitate from any sacrifice to keep it safe,” he said. He said that Pakistan, being a strong and determined nation, has the ability to face challenges and “we will continue to build Pakistan despite internal and external conspiracies.”
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Asserting that militancy in Jammu and Kashmir cannot be finished without the support of people, chief minister Omar Abdullah on 24 March, Monday said his government is extending support to the Union Home Ministry to ensure the security situation remains peaceful in the union territory.
“Though it (security) is directly not our responsibility, I am repeatedly saying that militancy cannot be finished without the support of the people. The elected government is making attempts and is supporting (Lt Governor) to keep situation under control and maintain peace,” the chief minister told reporters outside assembly here before the start of the day’s business.
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the Business Today Vucanomics 2025 on the subject ‘Diplomacy in the Age of Disruptions’. Jaishankar on Saturday spoke about how India can participate in dialogue with both parties of a conflict, like Israel and Iran, and Russia and Ukraine. “A strategic approach also helps widen options.
In the current polarized era, India is among the few that can simultaneously engage Russia and Ukraine, Israel and Iran, the democratic West and the Global South, and the BRICS and QUAD. We have initiated or joined more than 40 different groupings devoted to specific agendas – from renewables and biofuels to disaster resilience and connectivity,” he said. The EAM said that even in the case of defence, India ensures a pool of wide range of partners to choose from. He added that ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’ applies equally to foreign policy.
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today said that Jammu and Kashmir is incomplete without PoK, and people in PoK are discriminated against on the basis of religion. Addressing the ex-servicemen rally organised by the Army in the Akhnoor area on the outskirts of Jammu, the Defence Minister said that PoK’s land is being used for terrorism as training camps for terrorists are being run from there and launch pads have been built in the areas adjacent to the border.
He said the Indian government is well aware of the situation and will take action at the right time. The defence minister said Pakistan will have to put an end to its nefarious designs and terrorist infrastructure from PoK.
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A man was booked here for allegedly posting “I Love You Pakistan” on social media, an officer said on Monday. According to Izzatnagar Station House Officer (SHO) Vijendra Singh, the accused was identified as Tabrez Alam, a resident of Shikarpur Chaudhary Gautia, who made the post on Facebook. The matter was highlighted by “Akhand Bharat Sankalp Nath Nagari 25,” a group that on X wrote that the post harmed India’s unity and integrity and demanded strict action against Tabrez, Singh said.
Following the complaint, an FIR was registered under Section 152 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for actions deemed contradictory to national integrity, the SHO said. Singh said Tabrez had earlier been accused of abducting a Hindu girl.
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A joint team of Sashastra Seema Bal and Uttar Pradesh Police has arrested a South Korean woman who was “illegally” entering India through Nepal by changing her name from the border in this district, officials said on Sunday.
Additional Superintendent of Police (Rural) Durga Prasad Tewari told reporters that a foreign national was stopped by a joint team of police and SSB near Seemant Inter College, Rupaidiha at around 11 pm on Saturday night when she was “illegally” entering India through Nepal.
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The search operation against a group of infiltrating terrorists in the dense jungles of Kathua district of Jammu region entered the second day on Monday, officials said. The operation led by Director General of Police Nalin Prabhat was intensified with additional deployment of commandos, drones and sniffer dogs this morning as security forces carried out searches in the dense nursery where the terrorists are believed hiding after infiltrating from across the border, they said.
The operation was launched following an intelligence input regarding the presence of terrorists inside a ‘dhok’ a local term for an enclosure located within the nursery in Sanyal village, approximately five km from the International Border with Pakistan.
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