National Security Adviser Ajit Doval warns Pakistan not to mistake India's tolerance for weakness, citing Operation Sindoor's precision strikes against terror infrastructure as proof of India's willingness to act despite consequences.
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Israel's military conducts precision strikes in southern Lebanon following alleged ceasefire violations by Hezbollah, while the UN warns over rising Iranian executions and the US lifts aviation sanctions.
The Indian Air Force issues RFI for a .50 BMG sniper rifle for Garud Special Forces to enhance anti-material capabilities and extended range engagements, alongside seeking man-portable loitering munitions under 'Make in India'
Russian forces continued group strikes with precision weapons on Ukrainian ports overnight to July 24, targeting fuel tanks in Odessa, a dry-cargo vessel in Nikolayev, and port infrastructure, drone depots, and a floating dock in Izmail.
India launched Operation Sindoor, striking nine terror targets in Pakistan with Pinaka rocket launchers. Key targets included Lashkar-e-Taiba and Hizbul Mujahideen headquarters. India is developing a 120km range version of the Pinaka, enhancing its precision strike capabilities.
India's DRDO successfully flight-tested the Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket in Odisha, enhancing the Army's precision strike capability under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative. This guided version of the Pinaka system aims to improve long-range firepower and reduce reliance on imported weapons.
The UK will spearhead a new European initiative, involving a dozen NATO allies, to develop advanced long-range precision strike weapons. The Deep Precision Strike project, with over $50 billion investment over the next decade, aims to enhance NATO's defence capabilities against potential threats, drawing lessons from the Ukraine war.
Russia's Defense Ministry reported precision strikes on Kyiv military-industrial facilities, including those producing cruise missile components and UAVs, in response to alleged Ukrainian attacks. Kyiv authorities confirmed fires at warehouses and a tram garage but did not confirm strikes on military sites. Russia also claimed capture of Petro-Ivanovka village in Kharkov Region.
Twelve countries, including the UK, will invest over £37bn ($50bn) in a new long-range missile project, Deep Precision Strike, to enhance European defence. Unveiled ahead of the Nato summit in Ankara, the initiative aims to strike targets up to 1,250 miles away with pinpoint accuracy, bolstering mutual security against Russian threats.
Ukrainian drones targeted Russia's Omsk oil refinery, its largest, located 2,700km from Ukraine. The attack, confirmed by local authorities, occurred before a Nato summit. Russia claimed most drones were destroyed, with no casualties. President Zelenskyy hailed it as a significant achievement, extending Ukraine's strike capability to Siberia.
Russia conducted extensive strikes targeting Ukrainian military-industrial facilities, energy sites, and airfields across multiple regions. Moscow also commented on Poland's drone production for Ukraine and the losses of Latin American mercenaries fighting for Kyiv.
India's new Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket (LRGR-120) signifies a major shift from "volume saturation to precision strike" for the Indian Army, enabling non-contact warfare with extended ranges and advanced guidance.
India has publicly identified six armed forces personnel, including five from the Army and one from the Air Force, who died during Operation Sindoor in May 2025, a military response to the Pahalgam terror attack. Their names will be engraved at the National War Memorial in New Delhi, and two received posthumous gallantry awards.
The UAE is reportedly in preliminary discussions with India to acquire BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles and the Akashteer air-defence system. This move aligns with the UAE's strategy to diversify its military suppliers beyond Western partners and enhance its offensive and defensive capabilities amid regional threats.
The Indian Army has ordered 450 NAGASTRA-1R loitering munitions from SDAL. This move reflects the global trend of drones evolving into strategic weapons capable of deep strikes, economic disruption, and power projection, as seen in Ukraine's recent assaults on Russian oil infrastructure and Iran's long-range deployments.
Indian firm SMPP has partnered with European defense giant KNDS to locally manufacture loitering munitions. This collaboration brings advanced systems like Colibri, Larinae, Veloce, and Rodeur to India, enhancing its defense capabilities.
India's DRDO successfully flight-tested the indigenously developed Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM) off the Odisha coast. The test met all objectives, validating critical technologies and enhancing India's long-range precision strike capability.
Indian Army chief Upendra Dwivedi warned Pakistan that if it continues to harbor terrorists and operate against India, it must "decide whether they want to be part of geography or history or not." The remarks were made during an event marking the anniversary of Operation Sindoor, where India conducted precision strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan.
Following a deadly terror attack in Kashmir, India launched precision strikes on militant camps in Pakistan, escalating tensions to a full military standoff. Despite Pakistan's nuclear threats, India maintained a strong stance, ultimately leading to a ceasefire after significant damage to Pakistani military assets.
Following a deadly terror attack in Kashmir, India launched precision strikes on militant camps in Pakistan, escalating tensions to a full military standoff. Despite Pakistan's nuclear threats, India maintained a strong stance, ultimately leading to a ceasefire after significant damage to Pakistani military assets.
India's indigenous glide weapon system, TARA, achieved a successful maiden flight, transforming unguided bombs into precision-guided munitions. Developed by DRDO and tested from an IAF Jaguar, TARA offers enhanced accuracy and stand-off capability at low cost. This development aligns with global trends, boosting India's affordable precision strike power and airpower.
Operation Sindoor, a year after its execution, is remembered as India's firm response to terrorism, marked by precision strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan. This high-tech military action showcased India's advanced arsenal, including Rafale jets, SCALP missiles, and loitering munitions, demonstrating a shift towards modern, precision warfare.
