'See how many allies of Pak were in that room': Omar praises Centre for Brics

India-UAE Joint Venture to Expand Kochi Ship Repair Facility

India and the UAE have entered into a joint venture aimed at strengthening bilateral maritime cooperation. The partnership focuses on expanding the International Ship Repair Facility located in Kochi, Kerala. The initiative seeks to establish Kochi as a leading global hub for ship repair and maintenance. The venture aligns with India's national shipbuilding and maritime reform programs. Ultimately, the project is designed to elevate India's standing among the world's top shipbuilding nations.

India clarifies Bangladesh PM received two separate invites, including one for BRICS

India has pushed back against confusion over invitations extended to Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, clarifying that two distinct invitations were issued. One was for a bilateral visit to India, while the other was an invitation to attend the BRICS Summit. The BRICS invite was directed at Rahman in his capacity as the current chair of Bimstec, not as Bangladesh's prime minister. Bangladeshi officials have acknowledged this distinction, confirming the summit invitation was tied to the Bimstec chairmanship. India has indicated that its bilateral invitation to Rahman remains open and will be pursued when the timing is appropriate.

New magnetic-particle test detects amoxicillin allergy with 98% sensitivity

IAF Tests Indigenous Drone Systems at Pokhran in Dronathon Exercise

The Indian Air Force is conducting its Dronathon event at the Pokhran Field Firing Range, where private companies are showcasing unmanned aerial systems for military use. The exercise focuses on evaluating drone performance under demanding and contested operational conditions. The initiative is part of the IAF's broader UAS Roadmap aimed at building future unmanned capabilities. Dronathon reflects a coordinated national effort to accelerate the development of indigenous drone technology for defence applications.