Major A. Ranjith Kumar, a native of Tirupur district, received his second Sena Medal (Gallantry) – referred to as “Bar to Sena Medal”.
He was awarded his first Sena Medal (Gallantry) in 2020 for his key role in an operation in the Kashmir Valley.
The new generation Akash surface-to-air missile system, capable of intercepting hostile aircraft, helicopters, and drones at a range of 30 km was successfully tested by DRDO.
Renowned author M.J. Akbar, along with co-author K. Natwar Singh, released a new book titled "Gandhi: A Life in Three Campaigns".
Rohit Sharma made history by becoming the first male player to participate in 150 T20 Internationals.