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In an innovative move to enhance governance, the Bihar government has executed a major shake-up in its administrative hierarchy. Mayank Warwade steps into the role of divisional commissioner for Patna, while Shubham Kumar takes the reins as deputy development commissioner. This reshuffle sees pivotal departmental secretaries being repositioned, with a mix of new responsibilities assigned and some officials being relieved.

India's indigenous fighter jet production is gaining momentum with the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) procurement process advancing. defence secretary rajesh kumar singh revealed plans for sixth-generation fighter collaborations and a multi-layered missile force. Diversifying production is seen as strategically beneficial, with ambitious defence export targets set to be met comfortably.

India's defence sector achieved a significant milestone with the successful final trials of the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3. Developed entirely domestically, the missile demonstrated potent anti-tank and air-to-air capabilities, bolstering India's self-reliance in defence production and marking a strategic advancement for the nation's indigenous defence ecosystem.

A Koderma court has handed a life sentence to Suraj Rana for the 2023 kidnapping and murder of driver Pradeep Pandit. Rana was also fined Rs 50,000. The Additional District and Sessions Judge found Rana guilty of murder, kidnapping, and destruction of evidence. The crime stemmed from a dispute over a previous gold robbery involving the victim and the accused.

In a bid to strengthen law enforcement, Bihar's home department has conducted a strategic reshuffle involving five senior IPS officers and eight DSPs. Significant changes include new appointments to the roles of ADG and DIG of security, as well as fresh assignments for SPs overseeing cyber operations and various district commands.