The decision strengthens the social security net for non-pensioner ESM, widows, and dependents from lower-income groups, reaffirming the Government’s commitment to honouring the service and sacrifice of the veterans.

The Indian Navy has now expanded its capabilities to a higher level, as the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has decided to upgrade the range of its Astra Mark 2 air-to-air missile by extending its range to over 200 kilometres.

Cops said the woman had moved to West Bengal for studies but did not reveal which state she hailed from, even though some media reports say she belongs to Jharkhand. The incident comes amid an ongoing investigation into a medical student’s rape in Durgapur city of the state. Read more here.