The Indian Army recently gave a detailed demonstration showing how its air defence systems, including the powerful AKASH missile system, played a key role in protecting the Golden Temple in Amritsar and several major cities in Punjab from missile and drone attacks launched by Pakistan. During the demonstration, Army personnel explained how the defence systems were able to quickly detect, track, and destroy incoming threats, including modern Turkish-made drones used by the enemy. According to the officials, only about 10% of the available ammunition was used to effectively neutralize these drones, showing the high efficiency and accuracy of the Indian air defence network.
19 May,2025 12:05 PM IST
In a significant development, the Indian Armed Forces on Monday announced that they had successfully intercepted and neutralized a missile and multiple drones launched by Pakistan towards India. At a special press briefing, top officials from the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force said that the attack involved a Chinese-origin PL-15 missile and Turkish-made YIHA and Songar drones, all deployed by the Pakistan Armed Forces. The Indian defence systems acted swiftly, intercepting the missile mid-air and shooting down the drones before they could reach their targets. Air Marshal AK Bharti confirmed that the PL-15 missile missed its intended target and was taken down by India's integrated air defence network. He appeared alongside Lt General Rajiv Ghai of the Indian Army and Vice Admiral AN Pramod of the Indian Navy, both of whom emphasized the joint effort and coordination among the services in thwarting the attempted strike. Responding to a question on whether India targeted Kirana Hills—an area suspected to host nuclear facilities in Pakistan—Air Marshal Bharti replied with a hint of sarcasm, saying, "Thank you for telling us that Kirana Hills houses some nuclear installation, we did not know about it. We have not hit Kirana Hills, whatever is there."
12 May,2025 04:35 PM IST
The Kallazhagar Chithirai Festival is currently being celebrated in Madurai. As the final and most important part of this world-famous festival, Lord Kallazhagar will enter the Vaigai River. The Kallazhagar Temple, located at the foothills of the Alagar Hills in Thirumaliruncholai – also called Southern Tirupati and one of the 108 sacred Vaishnavite sites – is the center of the celebrations. This year, the Chithirai Festival began on the 8th of this month. Watch video to see the stunning drone visuals of the festival.
12 May,2025 12:34 PM IST
Colonel Sofiya Qureshi and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, held a press briefing on India's 'Operation Sindoor'. In the briefing it was revealed that Pakistan fired around 300-400 drones on the intervening nights of May 8 and May 9 at about 36 locations in India. Initial reports suggest that they are Turkish drones and a detailed forensic investigation is underway to establish that. Moreover, they allowed civilian carriers to operate, using innocent passengers as a shield, knowing fully well that its attack would elicit a swift air defense response from India.
09 May,2025 09:29 PM IST
As India responds to Pakistan’s recent drone and missile attacks with Operation Sindoor, celebrities across the country are voicing support for the armed forces like Anil Kapoor, Anupam Kher, Kangana Ranaut, Shraddha Kapoor and Manushi Chhillar. From Jammu and Kashmir, Hina Khan, Aly Goni, and Samay Raina offered prayers for their homeland. Others like Mouni Roy, Raveena Tandon, Angad Bedi, and Sonal Chauhan also stood in solidarity with the Indian Army.
09 May,2025 05:48 PM IST
In a major escalation along the Line of Control (LoC) and international border, Pakistan launched a large-scale drone attack on India during the night of May 8–9. The Indian Army and Air Defence units responded swiftly, shooting down over 50 Pakistani drones in a massive counter-drone operation. Pakistani forces attempted to send swarm drones across multiple locations, targeting areas including Udhampur, Samba, Jammu, Akhnoor, Nagrota, and Pathankot in Jammu and Kashmir. However, the Indian Army successfully intercepted the threats using L-70 guns, Zu-23mm, Schilka systems, and other advanced counter-UAS equipment. India's response was firm and decisive, also targeting Pakistani drones, missiles, and aircraft. The retaliation came after the Indian Air Force conducted precision strikes on terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) on May 7, under 'Operation Sindoor.' These airstrikes were in response to the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22. The Indian military has demonstrated strong air defence capabilities, ensuring no major damage was caused by Pakistan’s attempted aggression.
09 May,2025 10:54 AM IST
On May 7, Amritsar conducted a citywide blackout drill as part of a civil defence preparedness exercise. According to ASI Jagtar Singh, the half-hour blackout from 10:30 PM to 11 PM was carried out to simulate wartime conditions, ensuring no lights were visible to prevent enemy detection. The drill was in line with directives aiming at enhancing urban readiness during a high-threat scenario.
08 May,2025 05:31 PM IST
Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) in Amritsar witnessed a brief blackout during a nationwide mock drill conducted under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) directive and Amritsar’s Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport is closed until further notice. The exercise aimed to test emergency readiness and security coordination at key public locations. Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh, also participated, activating sirens to signal a blackout drill. These drills are part of heightened preparedness amid rising national security concerns.
08 May,2025 05:27 PM IST
Hours after Israeli forces restarted their assault on Gaza, Houthis launched a missile attack on Israel. Houthis said that they have carried out a "qualitative military operation" targeting Israel with a hypersonic ballistic missile. The missile, identified as Palestine-2, was aimed at a military site south of Tel Aviv, according to Houthi spokesman Yahya Sarea. This marks their second such attack within 24 hours, with the group stating that they will continue their operations in solidarity with Palestinians. The Houthi spokesman said the attacks were a response to what he described as "the criminal Zionist enemy's massacres" in Gaza, as well as "American aggression" in the region.
22 March,2025 04:01 PM IST
Yemen's Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, claimed responsibility on Monday, 17th March, for attacking a U.S. aircraft carrier group twice in less than 24 hours. The attacks were said to be retaliation for U.S. strikes on their positions. In a televised statement on March 18, Houthi military spokesman Yahya Sarea alleged that the group launched a third attack on the USS Harry S. Truman in the Red Sea, though he provided no evidence. He also mentioned targeting a U.S. destroyer and warned that the Houthis would continue attacking U.S. and allied ships in the Red Sea and Arabian Sea until what they called "aggression" against Yemen stopped. Meanwhile, The U.S. has pledged to continue airstrikes against Houthi forces. President Donald Trump warned that America would use “overwhelming lethal force” if the attacks on shipping continue. Since November 2023, the Houthis have repeatedly targeted Israel and international shipping as part of their support for Palestinians during the Israel-Hamas conflict. This has prompted retaliatory airstrikes from the U.S., Britain, and Israel. Watch video for more details.
18 March,2025 01:03 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
