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Bastille Day: The connection between Indian and French forces traces its roots back to World War I. During the war, over 1.3 million Indian soldiers took part, with approximately 74,000 bravely fighting in the treacherous trenches and making the ultimate sacrifice. Tragically, another 67,000 soldiers were wounded in action

On Tuesday, a mob tried to steal weapons from an IRB camp in Manipur's Thoubal district, sparking a confrontation with the security forces that resulted in the death of a 27-year-old man.

Harish Chander Sircar was the first and senior-most officer commissioned in the IAF on 8 October 1932. More dubiously, he also holds the record for the first to be dismissed from service in March 1935. IAF historian Anchit Gupta narrates the story of the officer, who had several firsts to his name

The proposed acquisition of MQ-9B long endurance drones by India from the US is expected to be cost-effective, with prices 27% lower than those offered to other countries. Negotiations are underway to further reduce the price.

The Indian defence ministry has dismissed unfounded reports circulating on certain social media platforms that discuss the price and other contractual details related to the acquisition of the 31 MQ-9B (16 Sky Guardian and 15 Sea Guardian) High Altitude Long Endurance (HALE) Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) for the Tri-Services.

This MOU signifies a crucial milestone as it outlines plans for the joint production of fighter jet engines dedicated to serving the Indian Air Force. The press release from GE emphasizes the importance of this collaboration in expanding defence cooperation between India and the United States. Girish Linganna reports

At the moment, the Indian Army has strategically positioned all of its M777 howitzers along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), with a specific emphasis on the Northeast region. Although the M777 has been used in Afghanistan, the current war between Russia and Ukraine has highlighted some significant problems with this artillery piece, says Girish Linganna

Should India emerge triumphant in future fighter or helicopter tenders in Argentina, there is a strong possibility that Fabrica Argentina de Aviones (FAdeA) would serve as an assembly point for a portion of these aircraft, along with conducting their maintenance and repairs. Girish Linganna reports

Renowned for its battlefield prowess, especially in Iraq and Afghanistan, the Stryker has garnered acclaim for its life-saving capabilities, solidifying its status as a vital component of the United States Army's swift deployment strategies. The Stryker remains a vital asset for the US Army and numerous armed forces worldwide. Girish Linganna reports

Integrated Simulator Complex (ISC) ‘Dhruv’ was inaugurated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday (June 21) in Southern Naval Command, Kochi. The state-of-the-art simulators will enhance the Indian Navy's practical training.