NCERT introduces chapters on war heroes Manekshaw, Usman & Sharma

IANS | August 7, 2025 9:11 PM

New Delhi, Aug 7 (IANS) In a significant move to foster patriotism and impart lessons on bravery and sacrifice, the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has introduced chapters on three legendary Indian war heroes, Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Brigadier Mohammad Usman, and Major Somnath Sharma, in its new academic curriculum.

India and Russia discuss ways to further intensify defence partnership

IANS | August 6, 2025 4:28 PM

Moscow, Aug 6 (IANS) Russia's Deputy Defence Minister Colonel General Aleksandr Fomin on Wednesday held a meeting with Vinay Kumar, India's Ambassador to Russia, as both sides discussed ways to further intensify the multifaceted India-Russia Special Privileged Strategic Partnership.

BrahMos and drone manufacturing giving Aligarh a new identity: CM Yogi

IANS | August 5, 2025 6:51 PM

Aligarh, Aug 5 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for projects worth Rs 958 crore in the city and also urged the people to embrace ‘swadeshi’ products, for the nation’s prosperity and self-reliance.