In Poonch, J&K, terrorists injured soldiers in an Indian Air Force convoy. Home Minister Shah highlighted a 66% decline in terrorist incidents. The incident evoked memories of the 2019 Pulwama attack with an explosive-laden SUV.
Security forces in the Delhi-NCR region have ramped up preparedness with mock drills following recent hoax bomb threats targeting over 250 schools. The drills, conducted at various key locations including schools, airports, metro stations, and government buildings, aim to test readiness and response capabilities. Participants from the Delhi Police and NSG engaged in these exercises, which have also been expanded to high-profile locations like the Parliament building, Jhandewalan Temple, and Hyderabad House. The drills highlight the comprehensive approach to ensuring safety across public and government facilities.
Indian Air Force detachment attacked in Poonch, Jammu. Personnel injured airlifted to Command Hospital. Ongoing search operation, secure convoy. Intel on militant groups' infiltration to Kashmir.
Indian Navy's trials of advanced submarines in a Rs 60,000 crore tender involve partnerships with foreign vendors, emphasizing indigenous content and AIP systems for more capable and larger vessels.
Reports in Saudi Arabian media that couldn't be independently confirmed suggest Hamas negotiators are prepared to accept an Egypt-brokered deal within hours. Israel's Channel 12 also quoted a Hamas official who wasn't identified, saying that the organization's leadership had approved the implementation of the first phase of a hostage release plan. CIA Director Bill Burns arrived in Cairo on Friday to help Egyptian mediators work toward a truce, Axios reported.
An experimental AI-controlled F-16 fighter jet completed a successful test flight with Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall onboard, marking a milestone in military aviation. The U.S. Air Force aims to deploy over 1,000 unmanned warplanes by 2028, highlighting its aggressive pursuit of AI integration. Despite concerns about autonomous decision-making, Kendall emphasized the importance of AI for security. The shift towards AI-enabled aircraft offers enhanced security and strategic advantages, driven by factors such as cost efficiency and the vulnerability of manned fighter jets to electronic warfare.
With the signing of the technology transfer for Bismaleimide (BMI) Engine Bay Door (EBD), HAL can directly produce these high temperature resistant composite parts for the series production of LCA Mk1A aircraft meeting the initial requirement of IAF squadrons, a joint statement said.
The Indian Army is closely monitoring China's construction of a road in the Shaksgam Valley, analyzing its military implications. This development raises concerns as the road could threaten Indian defenses in the Siachen Glacier area. India has protested against the construction, which aims to connect the Karakoram Highway to the Upper Shaksgam Valley, bordering the Siachen Glacier. If extended, the road could pose a dual threat from Pakistan and China. India is actively engaging in dialogue to address this issue and protect its territory.
