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The crew encountered winds with speeds up to 95 kmph coupled with extremely cold temperatures during the journey

Equipped with advanced sensors and mitigation technology, a ground-based Counter-Unmanned Aerial System enhances battlefield survivability and operational security

This step aims at bolstering effective command, control and efficient functioning of Inter-Services Organisations, thereby strengthening jointness among the armed forces, says the Ministry of Defence

Being developed by CSIR’s National Aeronautical Laboratory, the aircraft is expected to cost around Rs 2 crore, which is roughly half the price of a comparable imported trainer aircraft in this category

Germany is India’s top trading partner in Europe, with trade touching $26.10 billion in 2023-24, but historically defence has not featured prominently in the interactions between the two countries

A fifth-generation fighter is an aircraft that incorporates major technologies developed during the first part of the 21st century

The Indian military leadership were together in an Army ops room-type facility in the South Block watching the strikes unfold live

This is the second extension for the DRDO chief, who had assumed office in August 2022

Stresses on continued vigil and jointness to address the evolving threats

All flight plans filed by civilian operators are passed on to the IAF, which maintains a constant watch on the skies through a network of radars and electronic sensors

The HSLD Mark-II stand-off weapon has a strike range of about 180 km when launched from an altitude of 16,000 ft

In February 2020, the AFT had allowed a petition filed by one Milap Chand seeking service benefits; however, the orders of the Tribunal were not implemented, prompting him to move an application before it for execution

The Army’s requirements are for drones weighing less than 250 grams, an operational range of at least 2 km and a flight endurance of 30 minutes

This capability is crucial for India’s expanding space programmes, including satellite docking and manned missions, as well as the increasing use of space-based assets by the armed forces

According to Defence officials, such ordnance requires careful handling as they could not only have unexploded warheads, but may also contain elements or chemicals that are hazardous for humans and environment

Limited to drone and a few cruise missiles, Pak response could not hit any worthwhile targets, while satellite imagery show significant damage to their infra

Lt Gen DS Rana, Director General Defence Intelligence Agency, elaborates on deliberate planning process for selection of targets with confirmed terror linkages

During the discussion, both sides agreed to consider immediate measures to reduce troop presence along the borders and forward areas

Air Marshal AK Bharti said, 'We are not aware of any nuclear facility at that location'

BSF personnel, from the top levels to the last man on the border outposts, were actively involved in conduct of the operation, says DGMO Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai

Pakistani bases hit by the IAF include Rafiqui Airbase in Shorkot, Nur Khan Airbase in Rawalpindi, Murid in Chakwal, Rahimyar Khan, Sukkur and Chunian, as well as radar sites at Pasrur and Sialkot

These two bases are among Pakistan Air Force’s most critical air assets, housing their US-made F-16 aircraft and China-made JF-17 fighters

The name BrahMos has been coined from the names of two rivers — the Brahmaputra in India and the Moskva in Russia

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri described Pakistan’s activities as escalatory and provocative

The possible purpose of such large scale intrusions was to test air defence systems and collect intelligence