India’s Aditya-L1 mission, launched on September 2, 2023, and positioned at the Sun-Earth L1 point on January 6, 2024, has entered a pivotal phase with ISRO announcing the first Announcement of Opportunity (AO) cycle on January 5-6, 2026. Indian solar physicists are invited to submit proposals via the ISSDC’s ALPPS portal by February 6, 2026, prioritizing VELC and SUIT payloads for observations scheduled April-June 2026, leveraging over 23 TB of publicly available data and peer-reviewed …

RO’s PSLV-C62 mission, marking India’s first orbital launch of 2026, is set for liftoff on January 12 at 10:17 hrs IST from Sriharikota’s First Launch Pad, carrying DRDO’s hyperspectral EOS-N1 (Anvesha) satellite for strategic border surveillance, camouflaged target detection, and reconnaissance vital to national security amid regional tensions. The PSLV-DL’s 64th flight, NSIL’s 9th commercial venture post-PSLV-C61’s May 2025 failure, will deploy 15-18 co-passengers—including Spanish startup’s KID re-entry demonstrator and payloads from India, Mauritius, Luxembourg, …

Secure Nation Expo 2026 is set to take place on April 17-18, 2026, at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre, showcasing India’s rapidly evolving security ecosystem. The event will gather over 10,000 exhibitors from various sectors including commercial security, homeland security, and cybersecurity, reflecting significant international interest in India’s security market. Organised by Services International, the expo aims to facilitate valuable business engagements between solution providers, policymakers, and enterprise buyers, addressing increased demand for integrated security …

The Indian Air Force’s Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team is set to perform its first-ever air show in Nashik on January 22 and 23, featuring nine Hawk MK 132 aircraft showcasing various formations. This event aims to bolster local tourism, attracting an estimated 60,000 attendees, and providing economic opportunities for local hotel-resort owners, farmers, and self-help groups. The Gangapur Dam area has been selected for its visibility, and the initiative mirrors similar successful efforts in Pune. …

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi chaired a significant roundtable discussion with 12 Indian AI start-ups at his residence, ahead of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 scheduled for next month. The start-ups, focusing on areas such as multilingual language models, generative AI for e-commerce, and healthcare diagnostics, emphasized India’s burgeoning role as a global leader in the AI ecosystem. Modi underscored the importance of ethical and transparent AI development, advocating for models that reflect local …

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently hailed the commissioning of the Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Samudra Pratap, marking a significant milestone in India’s maritime journey and enhancing the nation’s security and maritime capabilities. Constructed by Goa Shipyard Limited, this pollution control vessel is the largest in the Indian Coast Guard fleet and features over 60% indigenous content, showcasing India’s commitment to self-reliance in defense. With a weight of 4,170 tons and a length of 114.5 …

Senior Congress leader Suresh Kalmadi, a former Indian Air Force pilot and prominent figure in Indian sports administration, passed away at the age of 81 in Pune following a prolonged illness. Born on May 1, 1944, Kalmadi served in the IAF from 1964 to 1972 and was involved in the 1965 and 1971 wars with Pakistan, earning numerous accolades for his service. His political career spanned several decades, during which he held multiple terms in …

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the enduring values of virtue, character, knowledge, and wealth during a recent address, emphasizing their relevance in guiding India’s national ethos and individual behaviors. He stated that true beauty is enhanced by virtue, lineage is uplifted by character, and knowledge gains significance through success, while wealth is meaningful when enjoyed responsibly. Modi’s reflections underscore a commitment to moral and ethical conduct in contemporary society, suggesting that these time-honored principles are …

ISRO has initiated a preliminary study to establish orbiting AI-driven data centres, marking a major step in India’s bid to lead next‑generation space infrastructure and digital sovereignty. The Department of Space told Parliament and later confirmed via a PIB release in December 2025 that early evaluations show a proof‑of‑concept for edge computing infrastructure in space is technically feasible, with ISRO now working on conceptual designs for in‑orbit processing and storage systems. These AI data centres, …

Rehearsals for the 78th Army Day Parade are underway in Jaipur, set to take place on January 15, 2024, marking a significant departure from tradition by being held in a public space rather than a military cantonment. This year’s parade will feature advanced military assets, including T-90 tanks, BrahMos missiles, and M-777 howitzers, showcasing India’s commitment to technological advancement and self-reliance in defense. The parade commemorates the historic transition of command in 1949, when General …

Tickets for the Republic Day Parade, which commemorates the adoption of the Indian Constitution on January 26, 1950, are now available for booking both online and offline. The annual event will take place at Kartavya Path in New Delhi, featuring a march from Rashtrapati Bhavan to India Gate and concluding at the Red Fort. The parade will showcase a ceremonial unfurling of the national flag by the President of India, followed by a march-past of …

Jaipur will host its inaugural Army Day parade on January 15, marking a significant shift from the traditional venue in Delhi. This event allows the public to witness the courage and valor of the Indian Army up close, demonstrating the government’s initiative to decentralize such commemorations, as seen in previous parades held in cities like Bengaluru and Pune. The South Western Command Army Commander, Lt Gen Manjinder Singh, emphasized the importance of supporting ex-servicemen and …

U.S. national security circles are actively preparing plans to potentially reopen the U.S. Embassy in Caracas later in 2026 if President Donald Trump formally orders it, marking a significant shift since its closure in March 2019 amid worsening U.S.–Venezuela ties. The embassy remains closed and Venezuela is under a highest-level U.S. travel advisory due to violence, crime and wrongful detention risks, with consular services handled from Bogota, Colombia. These preparations follow the Jan. 3 U.S. …

Sale of Republic Day Parade (26 Jan 2026), Full Dress Rehearsal of Beating Retreat (28 Jan) and Beating Retreat (29 Jan) tickets began on 5 January 2026 via the official Aamantran portal and mobile app, with offline counters open at six Delhi locations. On the first day, nearly 3,000 tickets — the daily online quota of 2,225 for the parade and 692 for rehearsal/Beating Retreat — were sold out within hours, with prices ranging from …

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi praised the recent commissioning of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited’s Residue Upgradation Facility (RUF) at the Visakh Refinery in Andhra Pradesh, calling it a significant advancement in India’s pursuit of energy security and self-reliance. The Prime Minister highlighted that this cutting-edge facility represents a crucial step toward bolstering the nation’s energy independence, aligning with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative. He emphasized the facility’s role in enhancing energy security, which is vital for …

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi emphasized the importance of gentle speech in public life, sharing a Sanskrit verse to illustrate his points during a recent address. He highlighted that effective communication is pivotal in fostering understanding and unity within society. The Prime Minister’s remarks are seen as an essential reminder of the need for civility and respect in political discourse, particularly in the current polarized environment. This focus on the power of words reflects a …

On New Year’s Day, Lt Gen Manoj Kr Katiyar, the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Command, visited The Tribune’s offices in Chandigarh. During his visit, he engaged with key editorial personnel, including Editor-in-Chief Jyoti Malhotra and editors from Dainik Tribune and Punjabi Tribune, to gain insight into the newspaper’s daily operations. This interaction underscores the importance of media’s role in disseminating information and contributing to national discourse, particularly in the context of defense matters. …

India’s Gaganyaan human spaceflight program is set to launch its first uncrewed mission by March 2026, following significant delays attributed to supply chain challenges and manufacturing hurdles exacerbated by the pandemic. Initially announced in 2018, the program has expanded from two uncrewed and one crewed flights to eight missions, reflecting a robust push towards self-reliance in space exploration. Key systems, including the crew escape mechanism and thermal protection, have been rigorously tested, enhancing confidence in …

President Donald Trump announced that the United States will take control of Venezuela following the capture of President Nicolás Maduro during a large-scale military operation in Caracas. The U.S. aims to oversee a transition to stabilize the nation while rebuilding its oil sector, which has suffered from years of economic mismanagement. Trump emphasized the need for a continued American presence in Venezuela, focusing on energy interests, and indicated readiness for further military action if necessary …

The Indian Navy’s INSV Kaundinya has successfully completed one-third of its maiden voyage from Porbandar to Muscat, Oman, employing an ancient stitched-ship technique that emphasizes India’s maritime heritage. As it sails through the high seas, the vessel relies solely on wind and sails, honoring traditional shipbuilding practices dating back to the fifth century. Prime Minister Narendra Modi commended the efforts of the designers and the Indian Navy, highlighting the journey as a significant step in …

A potential US-led restructuring of Venezuela’s oil sector could significantly benefit India, unlocking approximately $1 billion in long-pending dues tied to ONGC Videsh Ltd’s operations in the sanctions-hit nation. With the easing of sanctions, Indian firms could revive production in fields like San Cristobal, which has seen output plummet due to US restrictions. This scenario not only provides India with a strategic alternative to Middle Eastern crude but also reduces its exposure to geopolitical risks …

Balochistan is grappling with a severe humanitarian crisis marked by a rise in enforced disappearances, particularly targeting women and political activists, amidst escalating state repression in 2025. Reports indicate that over 10 women have gone missing, while families of the disappeared have resorted to protests along the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) to demand justice. The region has also witnessed a significant uptick in violence, with 443 fatalities among civilians and security forces due to bombings …

The Uttar Pradesh Police have made significant progress in the murder case of Yogesh Kumar, a retired Indian Air Force officer, who was shot dead on December 26 in Ghaziabad’s Loni area. Investigators allege that the killing was orchestrated by Kumar’s own sons, Nitesh and Guddu, who reportedly hired contract killers due to a dispute over property after their father urged them to vacate his house. The primary suspect, identified as Arvind, a neighbor, was …

India’s space agency, ISRO, has outlined an ambitious roadmap for 2026, focusing on the Gaganyaan human spaceflight program, which includes a crucial uncrewed test flight with the humanoid robot Vyommitra. This mission, scheduled for March, will validate essential crew systems in low Earth orbit, paving the way for a manned mission by 2027. Concurrently, the calendar features significant launches such as the PSLV-N1, entirely assembled by a consortium of private companies, and the TDS-01 mission, …

The Indian Army has launched a community radio station in the Keri sector near the Line of Control in Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir, aimed at enhancing communication and outreach with local residents. This initiative will disseminate information on social welfare, education, and health, while also providing a platform for local voices and culture. The Deputy Commissioner of Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma, noted the radio station’s role in connecting the local administration with the community. Additionally, a …