1. RM Rajnath Singh addresses the nation on Kargil Vijay Diwas

Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh addressed the nation from Dras on the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas, reaffirming that Operation Sindoor has demonstrated India’s resolve and capability to respond decisively to every misadventure by Pakistan. He asserted that any talks with Pakistan would focus only on PoK, emphasised that India stands for progress while Pakistan promotes terrorism, and underscored that the spirit of "Yeh Dil Maange More" now fuels India’s march towards Aatmanirbharta in Defence and the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. Kargil Vijay Diwas is observed every year on July 26 to honour the Indian soldiers who fought in the 1999 Kargil War, commemorate Operation Vijay, and pay tribute to the brave heroes who laid down their lives.

2. CRPF celebrates its 88th Raising Day

India's largest Central Armed Police Force, the CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force), celebrated its 88th Raising Day. The day marks the formation of the force on July 27, 1939, when it was known as the Crown Representative's Police. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and Opposition leaders including Mallikarjun Kharge and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra paid tribute to the force. Shah praised its role in curbing Naxalism, while Singh described the CRPF as a pillar of India's internal security.

3. India pays tribute to former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam

The nation paid tribute to former President and renowned scientist Dr A. P. J. Abdul Kalam on his death anniversary. He played a pivotal role in India's space and missile development programmes and is widely known as the "Missile Man of India." Union Home Minister Amit Shah described Dr Kalam as the architect of India's space and missile programmes.

4. INS Sudarshini departs from Boston

INS Sudarshini departed Boston on July 25, continuing its ten-month transoceanic voyage that began from Kochi on January 20. Representing India at the historic SAIL250 celebrations, the Indian Navy's sail training ship showcased the nation's rich maritime heritage while strengthening maritime partnerships. The ship's next port of call is Ponta Delgada in the Azores, Portugal.

5. Sigma Advanced Systems awarded ₹208 crore contract for artillery shell bodies

Hyderabad-based Sigma Advanced Systems has been awarded an export contract worth ₹208 crore to manufacture and supply 40,000 units of 155 mm M107 artillery shell bodies to a customer in North America, according to The Times of India. The company said the order will be executed over six months, with production and deliveries scheduled for completion within that period.

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