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Indian defence stocks surged amid India-Pakistan tensions and anticipation of the Rafale-M fighter jet deal. Companies like paras defence and Hindustan Aeronautics saw significant gains. Experts suggest caution for new investors due to potentially short-lived tensions.

India strongly criticized Pakistan at the UN, citing Defence Minister Khawaja Asif's admission of supporting and training terrorists. Yojna Patel condemned Pakistan's misuse of the UN platform for propaganda and highlighted India's experience as a victim of cross-border terrorism, particularly referencing the recent Pahalgam attack and expressing gratitude for international support.

In Tehatta, a village mourned the loss of Jhantu Ali Shaikh, an Indian Army commando killed in Udhampur while combating terrorists responsible for the Pahalgam massacre. His brother, Rafiqul, a fellow soldier, vowed revenge during the funeral procession, emphasizing the Indian Army's unity beyond religious divides. Villagers, displaying national flags, honored Jhantu's sacrifice and condemned the terrorist attacks.

Delhi hospitals are seeing a surge in allergy cases, with patients experiencing symptoms like sneezing, runny noses, and itchy eyes. Doctors attribute this rise to pollen, dust mites, and other environmental factors, particularly during seasonal transitions. They recommend identifying triggers, taking precautions, and seeking appropriate medical treatment to manage allergic reactions effectively.

The UPSC has released the admit cards for the National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (I), 2025, also known as NDA 1 2025, on April 3. The exam is scheduled for April 13, 2025. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official UPSC website. The exam will be held in two sessions: Mathematics and the General Ability Test. Aspirants are required to bring their admit card and a valid photo ID for entry.

The anti-terror operation in J&K’s Kathua district enters its third day with intensified measures, including elite commandos and drones, to locate the terrorists. The operation follows an initial confrontation and subsequent discovery of arms and suspicious materials, indicating infiltration from Pakistan.

paras defence & Space Technologies, the company whose IPO was subscribed over 300 times to create a new record for India’s capital market, was listed on Friday and the price went up nearly three times its IPO price of Rs 175. On the BSE, the stock was listed at Rs 475, rallied and closed at Rs 499, which was also the day’s high for it. The stellar listing also made paras defence as one of the most successful offers in recent times.

The Kanpur-based Ordnance Parachute Factory will produce the military combat parachute system developed by DRDO's Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment. The system, engineered for special forces operations, offers a payload capacity of 200 kg, maximum deployment altitude of 30,000 ft, and a glide ratio of 4:1 with extensive supportive gear, ensuring operational flexibility for the military's elite units.

A soft landing on the moon became a launchpad for some stocks on Thursday. MTAR Technologies, paras defence and other companies that supply material and components to Isro saw their stocks soar a day after the Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft landed near the lunar south pole. The gains in aerospace stocks came on a day when the sensex closed lower — ending a three-day winning run.

India’s kabaddi stars have been recognised for their exceptional performances in the Pro Kabaddi League 2024, leading to their nominations for the Times of India Sports Awards. The ceremony, themed #MoreSweatMoreGlory, will honour these athletes on February 22 in Lucknow.

The key highlights of this highest-ever fundraising are IPOs from new age loss-making technology startups, strong retail participation and huge listing gains.

MS Dhoni, conferred an honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel, is undergoing a two-week initial training with the elite Para regiment of the force in Agra.