Category: Science & Technology

The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing domestic defence production and supporting the ecosystem to strengthen manufacturing in the country. This was highlighted by Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane during his keynote address at a virtual seminar on quality reforms. In his address, Aramane emphasized the importance of achieving the set goals and stressed the need for attaining self-reliance (Atmanirbharata) in defence manufacturing. He pointed out the crucial role of all stakeholders, particularly the domestic defence industry, in realizing this vision. Lt Gen R S Reen, Director General of the…

Koo, the Indian microblogging platform that aimed to rival Twitter, is shutting down after failing to secure acquisition deals. The startup, which launched in March 2020, experienced rapid growth and became a significant player in the social media space. Despite initial success and expansion efforts, Koo could not sustain its operations due to financial challenges and a tough market environment. Rise of Koo: A Promising Start Koo was established by Aprameya Radhakrishna and Mayank Bidawatka in 2019 and launched in March 2020. It quickly gained prominence, especially during the 2021…

An IAS aspirant’s search for love on Tinder turned into a nightmare in New Delhi. The young man’s attempt to find a romantic connection on the popular dating app ended in a scam that cost him ₹1.2 lakh. Unbeknownst to him, he was being drawn into a meticulously planned con targeting single men. The Tinder Match According to the Delhi Police, the victim matched with a woman named Versha on Tinder. She invited him to Black Mirror Café in East Delhi’s Vikas Marg to celebrate her birthday. The unsuspecting man…

DRDO has successfully completed six consecutive developmental trials of High-Speed Expendable Aerial Target (HEAT) ‘ABHYAS’. The trials incorporated enhancements in the Radar Cross Section, as well as visual and infrared augmentation systems, reflecting the ongoing improvements in the target’s performance. A remarkable aspect of these trials was the successful execution of two back-to-back launches within a short interval of 30 minutes, highlighting the ease of operation and minimal logistical requirements. Designed by DRDO’s Aeronautical Development Establishment in Bengaluru, ABHYAS was developed in collaboration with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited and Larsen &…

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) introduced a cutting-edge defensive asset to the Indian Navy—the Medium Range-Microwave Obscurant Chaff Rocket (MR-MOCR). This advanced technology, developed by DRDO’s Defence Laboratory in Jodhpur, creates a microwave shield that significantly reduces radar detection, enhancing the stealth capabilities of naval platforms. Microwave Shielding for Enhanced Stealth The MR-MOCR is designed to obscure radar signals by deploying specialized fibers, a few microns in diameter, that possess unique microwave obscuration properties. When launched, the rocket disperses these fibers into space, forming a persistent microwave obscurant…

The Indian Army is on the brink of a technological leap with the planned induction of its first batch of robotic MULES (Multi-Utility Legged Equipment), designed to resemble dogs. According to a report the Indian Army had placed an order for 100 MULE robotic dogs in September of the previous year. The MULE robotic dogs are equipped with advanced thermal cameras and various sensors, making them adept at conducting surveillance in diverse environments, especially those that are steep and uneven. In addition to their surveillance capabilities, the MULES can carry…