May 11: National Technology Day

Every year, National Technology Day is observed on May 11, 1974 in order to remind India’s technological advancements. This year the day is being observed under the theme Theme: Focusing on Rebooting the economy through Science and Technology. Why on May 11? On May 11, India tested its first successful Shakti-I nuclear missile. The missile ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2020

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs

Topics: APJ Abdul Kalam • National Technology Day • Operation Shakti • Pokhran • Pokhran Desert • Pokhran I • Pokhran Nuclear Tests • Pokhran range • Pokhran-II

Indigenously Developed Pinaka Guided Weapons System Successfully Test-Fired

The indigenously developed Pinaka Guided Weapons System was successfully test fired at Pokhran desert in Rajasthan. The successful test trial gives a boost to the artillery capability of the Indian Army. Pinaka Guided Weapon System is equipped with a guidance kit comprising an advanced navigation and control system. Pinaka Guided Weapons System Pinaka rocket systems ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2019

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Topics: Defence Research and Development Organisation • DRDO • Indian Army • Lord Shiva • Pinaka • Pinaka Guided Weapons System • Pinaka Mark II • Pokhran Desert • Rajasthan