May 19, 2026

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Diplomacy

India, Greece Discuss Developments in Eastern Mediterranean During Jaishankar’s Athens Visit

India and Greece discussed recent developments in the Eastern Mediterranean, Cyprus, and Libya during External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar’s visit to the Greek capital Athens. Eastern Mediterranean, a few months ago saw tense developments over Turkey’s claims in the Exclusive Economic Zone, which Greece says belongs to it under UN laws. Cyprus and Libya are also part of the same issues given their Exclusive Economic Zones are also impacted in the ongoing tussle in the region.

By Kautilya / July 1, 2021
Defense

IAF Shows Interests in Procuring SPICE 250 ER with AI

The new variant dubbed SPICE 250 ER (Extended Range) that incorporates a miniature turbojet engine with an internal JP-8/10 fuel system, providing the weapon a range of at least 150 km, while retaining the same mission-planning system, aircraft interfaces, and aircrew operation. SPICE 250 ER also now comes with autonomous electro-optic Scene-Matching Artificial Intelligence (AI) Algorithms that use advanced AI and deep-learning technologies to specific target characteristics ahead of the strike.

By Kautilya / June 30, 2021
Defense

Army to Test Drones for Logistics in Kashmir

“The Indian Army has asked us to demonstrate the load carrying capabilities of drones in medium and high altitudes. The demonstration is being held at Gulmarg in Kashmir,” Agnishwar Jayaprakash, managing director, Garuda Aerospace, told IANS. The Indian Army will carry out logistics trials in Kashmir with the drones of city-based Garuda Aerospace.

By Kautilya / June 30, 2021
Research

Cost-effective, Bio-compatible Nanogenerators Can Harvest Electricity From Vibrations For Optoelectronics, Self-Powered Devices

Searching for renewable energy resources with reduced carbon emissions is one of the most urgent challenges due to the increasing threat of global warming and energy crisis. Some of the unconventional methods to generate electricity include piezoelectric, thermoelectric, and electrostatic techniques used in devices like touch screens, electronic displays, and so forth.

By Kautilya / June 30, 2021
Defense

INS Tabar Deployed To Participate In Joint Exercises With Friendly Navies In Africa And Europe

Towards enhancing military cooperation with friendly nations, Indian Naval Ship Tabar commenced her prolonged deployment on 13 June and will visit a number of ports in Africa and Europe till end September. During port visits, Tabar will conduct professional, social and sporting interactions. The ship will also participate in a number of joint exercises with friendly navies.

By Kautilya / June 30, 2021
Economy

Exotic Dragon Fruit or Kamalam from Maharashtra Exported to Dubai

In a major boost to export of exotic fruit, a consignment of fibre and mineral rich ‘Dragon Fruit’, also referred as Kamalam, has been exported to Dubai.A consignment of Dragon Fruit for exports was sourced from the farmers of Tadasar village, Sangli district, Maharashtra and it was processed and packed at APEDA recognized exporter – M/s Kay Bee.

By Kautilya / June 30, 2021