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India Gazette
4 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Telangana: MoS Defence Sanjay Seth visits Military College of Electronics and Mechanical Engineering (MCEME) in Secunderabad
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 6 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Defence, Sanjay Seth, visited Military College of Electronics & Mechanical Engineering (MCEME) on Friday. He was briefed by the Commandant, Lt Gen Neeraj Varshney, VSM, about the training activities at the institution. He interacted with the soldiers and visited the new Drone Training Lab, 'Drone Alaya', and discussed ways and means to develop indigenous anti-drone systems to prevent Kamikaze attacks. He witnessed the new projects of staff on radars in super high-altitude areas and appreciated the work of EME technicians in Operation Sindoor and MCEME's initiatives in promoting Atmanirbharta in defence technologies along with MSMEs & Startups. Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth also planted a tree on MCEME's premises. Earlier in the day, Union Minister of State for Defence, Sanjay Seth, visited Ordnance Factory Medak in Telangana. Seth was received by Sanjay Dwivedi, CMD/AVNL, in the presence of Satyabrata Mukherjee, Director/Operations. As per a release, Sanjay Seth inspected the production facilities and enquired about the production schedules. The Union Minister was shown all the products manufactured at OF Medak. He appreciated and expressed satisfaction at the preparedness of the factory. Along with Raghunandan Rao, Member of Parliament, Medak took a tank ride. Both the dignitaries planted saplings to mark World Environment Day. The representatives of the Unions and Associations submitted a memorandum to the MoS. Later, the Minister was given a presentation by the team of the Ordnance Factory, Medak. Sanjay Seth assured to resolve the issues pertaining to AVNL and he also exhorted CMD/AVNL to focus on diversification of the products and thrust to be given on R&D to ensure self-sustenance of Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL). The visit ended successfully on a positive note. Earlier, Sanjay Seth announced the expansion of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) by three lakh cadets across the country. Several states have already agreed to support this plan and have committed to fast-tracking the necessary training infrastructure, according to an official statement from the Ministry of Defence. 'He also announced the planned expansion of NCC by Three lakh cadets across the country with several States already extending their concurrence and committing to fast-track the necessary training infrastructure,' the MoD statement read. 'National Cadet Corps (NCC) is an organisation that instils the feeling of nationalism, service... PM Modi has resolved that the number of cadets in the NCC should be between 17-20 lakhs... All the states positively contribute to it and we will achieve the target shortly...' Seth said. (ANI)
United News of India
4 days ago
- Science
- United News of India
Sanjay Seth visits MCEME, highlights Indigenous defence innovations
Hyderabad, June 6 (UNI) Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth visited the Military College of Electronics and Mechanical Engineering (MCEME) in Secunderabad on Friday. During the visit, he was briefed by Lt Gen Neeraj Varshney, VSM, Commandant of MCEME, about the institution's training activities. The Minister interacted with soldiers and visited the newly established drone training facility, 'Drone Alaya.' He also held discussions on the development of indigenous anti-drone systems aimed at countering Kamikaze drone attacks. Sanjay Seth reviewed new staff-led projects focused on radar technologies in super high-altitude areas, and lauded the contributions of EME technicians in Operation Sindoor. He appreciated MCEME's proactive role in fostering Atmanirbharta (self-reliance) in defence technology through collaboration with MSMEs and start-ups. Marking the occasion, the Minister also planted a sapling on the college premises, underscoring the importance of environmental responsibility alongside defence innovation, a defence statement said. UNI VV GNK
Time of India
03-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
When Google's former CEO Eric Schmidt, whose company builds drones for Ukraine, suggested US Army to give away tanks, and ...
On June 1, 2025, Ukraine launched a sweeping drone offensive, codenamed Operation Spiderweb targeting Russian air bases housing nuclear-capable long-range bombers. Over 100 drones struck facilities across Russia, from Murmansk above the Arctic Circle to the Amur region, 8,000 kilometers from Ukraine. The operation, marked by explosions across multiple time zones, underscored the growing role of drones in modern warfare. Speaking at the Future Investment Initiative in Saudi Arabia, in November 2024, Schmidt urged the U.S. to rethink its military priorities, suggesting it replace traditional tank fleets with advanced drones. 'I read somewhere that the U.S. had thousands of tanks stored somewhere. Give them away. Buy a drone instead,' he said, citing Ukraine's success in using affordable drones to counter Russia's numerical and air superiority. Schmidt's advocacy draws from his leadership of the National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence, which in 2021 concluded that AI would transform warfare across all domains. Building drones for Ukraine to take on Russia The attack highlights a strategic shift advocated by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt , who has emerged as a key figure in integrating AI-driven technology into military strategy. Schmidt, founder of the military startup White Stork, is developing AI-powered " Kamikaze drones " for Ukraine. These drones, designed to loiter and strike targets autonomously, can operate in GPS-denied environments, making them ideal for Ukraine's battlefield needs. Named after a bird common in Ukraine, White Stork's drones aim to counter Russian forces by destroying high-value targets like tanks, which Schmidt notes can be neutralized by a $5,000 drone despite costing millions. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Thị trường có dấu hiệu suy thoái không? IC Markets Đăng ký Undo In a 2023 Wall Street Journal op-ed, Schmidt called Kamikaze drones—costing as little as $400 and carrying small explosives—'the most important' innovation for defeating Russia and future adversaries. Ukraine's recent operation exemplifies this vision, showcasing how drones can strike deep into enemy territory, reshaping the battlefield. Since leaving Google in 2018, where he served as CEO from 2001 to 2011 and later as executive chairman of Alphabet, Schmidt has bridged Silicon Valley and the Pentagon, championing AI-driven defense solutions. His work with White Stork and his public statements signal a broader push for militaries worldwide to embrace autonomous technology as the future of warfare. AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Metropolis Japan
20-05-2025
- Metropolis Japan
Chiran, Kagoshima Travel Guide
On a sunny day in July 2024, the Chiran Samurai Residences, a beautiful, well-organized streetscape, is located in Chiran Town, Minamikyushu City, Kagoshima Prefecture. Chiran Travel Guide was originally published on in June 2003. Updated April 2025. From above, the Satsuma Peninsula in southern Kyushu appears as a patchwork of emerald peaks, old tiled rooftops and winding lanes dotted with tea fields and historic hot spring inns. Nestled in this peaceful landscape is the town of Chiran, where history and beauty coexist in a way few places can match. This Chiran travel guide takes you through its somber wartime past and its quietly powerful samurai gardens. Chiran is most widely known for the Chiran Peace Museum for Kamikaze Pilots, built on the site of a former airfield used during WWII. Originally established as a training base in 1942, Chiran became a launch point for tokko-tai (Special Attack Forces, or more widely known as Kamikaze) missions starting in April 1945. Many young pilots flew one-way sorties from here during the final months of the war. Credit: Fuji-s The museum grounds include the solemn Toko Kannon statue, dedicated to the 1,036 pilots who departed from Chiran. Inside the statue, wooden plaques bearing their names are sealed in remembrance. Nearby, a motherly figure looks up toward the skies, evoking the family left behind. A visit to the Peace Hall, completed in 1975, offers even more intimate insights. Inside are letters, uniforms and photos capturing the final hours of these pilots' short but significant lives. One poignant image shows a teenager being given a puppy for comfort before his departure. The displays strike a tone that is more reflective than graphic, raising deep moral questions while also humanizing the individuals behind the history. Small, camouflaged barracks behind the museum recreate the room where pilots spent their final night: simple tatami mats, military blankets and a haunting stillness. While this part of the Chiran travel guide may not appeal to all, it's a powerful place of reflection for those interested in Japan's WWII history. Credit: Z3144228 After the heavy atmosphere of the museum, a visit to the Chiran Samurai Residence Gardens offers a welcome return to nature, beauty and quiet introspection. These Edo-period gardens, seven in total, are some of the best-preserved examples of small-scale Japanese landscaping and provide a glimpse into the aesthetic values of the region's former warrior class. These gardens reflect influences from Kyoto, where Chiran's elite once traveled to absorb the finest in Japanese culture. Back home, they recreated those gardens to suit the Satsuma landscape—each one a work of art using borrowed scenery, miniature hill-and-pond layouts and dry rock arrangements. Ōkarikomi sculpted trees and bushes at Chiran Samurai Residence. Credit: STA3816 Some highlights in this part of our Chiran travel guide include: Keiichiro Saigo Garden: Appears modest at first glance, but its subtly angled stones and layered trees come to life the more you look. Katsumi Hirayama Garden: With ancient stone lanterns and Buddhist relics, this space feels like a quiet temple. Ryoichi Hirayama Garden: Unique for its absence of rocks, it instead uses azalea hedges and color gradation to mimic the surrounding hills. The samurai gardens were not just aesthetic but defensive: winding lanes, thick hedges and stone water basins used for rinsing swords point to a time when form and function intertwined. Many of these basins remain today, silent reminders of samurai who returned from battle. The best time to visit Chiran's samurai gardens is late winter to early spring, when kantsubaki (winter camellias) bloom along the garden walls. Samurai were said to favor this flower, its sudden drop from the stem said to resemble the fall of a warrior's head in ritual seppuku. Although Chiran is growing in popularity, the samurai district remains peaceful and uncrowded. Few guidebooks cover the gardens in detail, which gives visitors a rare chance to form their own impressions without the influence of plaques or pamphlets. From Kagoshima City: Buses leave Kagoshima-Chuo Station roughly once an hour starting at 9am. The ride takes about 50 minutes. Get off at the Buke-yashiki-iriguchi stop for the samurai district and gardens. Bus Pass: A 'My Plan' bus pass (¥2,500) is available from the Kagoshima Kotsu office and allows unlimited travel in the region for two consecutive days. From Ibusuki: Sightseeing buses from Ibusuki also stop in Chiran. Most visitors stay in Kagoshima and visit Chiran as a day trip, but if you want to stay nearby: Nanshukan (Tel: 099-226-8188): A reliable business hotel near Chuo Park in Kagoshima. Nakazono Ryokan (Tel: 099-226-5125): A friendly, affordable guesthouse near the ferry port offering rooms from ¥4,000. The owner is known for local tips and warm hospitality. Don't miss our other Japan travel guides: Ishigaki Island Travel Guide: Beaches, Food and Hidden Gems in Okinawa Why You Should Visit Fukushima in 2025 Kanazawa – A Taste of Old Japan
The Print
19-05-2025
- The Print
Akashteer didn't roar or flash; it listened, calculated, struck Kamikaze drones with precision
'It didn't roar or flash — it listened, calculated and struck with precision. Every threat was intercepted, every target neutralised. This invisible shield is Akashteer — India's fully indigenous, automated Alair defence control and reporting system,' a Major, who supervised its operation, told the visiting PTI correspondent during a visit to forward defence locations here. In the dark skies from May 7 to 10, as Pakistan launched its deadliest wave of Kamikaze, and other drones and missiles targeting the Indian military and civilian areas, a silent sentinel, Akashteer, came alive to give a befitting retaliation. Chhamb (Jammu), May 19 (PTI) India's indigenous Akashteer system has proven to be a formidable shield by not only neutralising the threat with 100 per cent accuracy in the face of a large-scale Kamikaze drone and aerial attacks launched by Pakistan but also signalling the arrival of a next-generation air defence network. The Indian Army demonstrated how its layered air defence network — led by the Akashteer Command and Control System — neutralised Pakistani drones, including Turkish-origin Kamikaze and micro-drones like the Songatri and eYatri. 'We shot down Kamikaze drones and micro-drones with precision. Among the micro-drones, we also recovered ones like the Songatri and eYatri, which are mostly of Turkish origin,' he said, adding that despite such a massive attack by Pakistan, it is very difficult to breach India's air defense security system. The Akashteer, developed by Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) in Ghaziabad, integrates seamlessly with both the Indian Army and Air Force radar systems to create a fully automated command and control framework. 'It delivers real-time situational awareness and can instantly differentiate between friendly and hostile aerial objects — a key factor in its success during Operation Sindoor, where it was deployed under live combat conditions for the first time.' Akashteer is about intelligent warfare, not brute force but it delivers a real-time, shared air picture to control rooms, radars and defence guns, enabling swift and coordinated responses. The system automates the detection, tracking and engagement of enemy aircraft, drones and missiles. He further said the Akashteer system was quick to detect, classify and assign appropriate kinetic responses. 'In each case, gun systems near the intrusion point were automatically tasked with targeting hostile drones based on real-time data. Every single drone was neutralised before it could reach targets.' The officer said, 'Despite the magnitude of the attack from Pakistan, our air defence network remained impenetrable. The Akashteer system gave us a clear and continuous air picture, allowing us to stay several steps ahead of the enemy.' This capability is crucial in the evolving dynamics of modern warfare, where drone swarms and unmanned threats pose unique challenges, he said. 'By contrast, Akashteer's modular, radar-linked design allows for layered, scalable defence at a fraction of the cost — making it uniquely suited to India's operational terrain and threat environment.' Analysts are now drawing comparisons with Israel's Iron Dome, long considered the gold standard in anti-missile and drone defence. While Iron Dome is designed primarily for missile interceptions, Akashteer has shown versatility against a wider spectrum of airborne threats, especially small, low-flying drones that are difficult to track. 'The drones from Pakistan never hit the ground — thanks to Indian-made early warning radars. These are long-range systems that keep a constant watch over even the slightest enemy activity. They detect drones, missiles or aircraft in real-time and send the data feed to the Akashteer control centre and to the weapon system,' a junior commissioned officer said. He further maintained that the interception was 100 per cent. 'Not a single drone achieved its intended objective. India has made significant progress in air defence technology — comparable to the Iron Dome of Israel. It has proved more effective than Iron Dome,' he said. With its proven performance on the frontlines and a 'Made in India' label, Akashteer could become the backbone of India's future counter-drone strategy, offering a powerful and indigenous answer to asymmetric aerial threats emerging from across the border. A Colonel from the Air Defence unit added, 'Akashteer provides a full air picture. It detects, prioritises and allocates weapons to destroy hostile airborne threats in real-time. Not a single drone achieved its objective.' The troops on the ground confirmed the recovery of hundreds of drone parts scattered across the Indian territory, testifying to the scale of the attack and the overwhelming effectiveness of the response. A JCO told PTI, 'Thanks to India-made early warning radars and Akashteer, no drone even touched the ground. Each one was intercepted mid-air.' Troop morale, officers said, remained high throughout the engagement. 'Our lethality only grew stronger with each passing day,' the Major said. 'We proved that even in the face of a massive, coordinated drone attack, our indigenous systems are unbreachable. This is our Iron Dome, made in India, by India.' The Army collected the remains of three drones shot down by India's air defence system. Hundreds of Pakistani drone parts were found across large areas along the LoC. 'All drones were intercepted with cent percent accuracy and destroyed mid-air. This was accomplished using the L70 air defence gun. It is part of a larger air defence network, particularly the Akashteer air defence system. It can rotate 360 degrees,' he said. PTI AB KSS KSS This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
