In a major leap toward self-reliance in defense technology, India is set to develop its very own fifth-generation fighter jet—the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) . In a historic move, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved an innovative execution model for the indigenous stealth fighter programme. This model brings together Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and private industry players in a competitive framework, marking a significant shift in how India approaches military aviation manufacturing. This bold initiative comes at a critical time, as China has already fielded two fifth-generation fighters , and reports indicate it will supply 40 J-35 stealth jets to Pakistan . Against this backdrop, fast-tracking the AMCA has become an urgent national security imperative. AMCA: India’s Indigenous Stealth Fighter Dream The AMCA project , spearheaded by the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) , received its l...
Understanding DDoS Attacks: How They Disrupt Websites and Networks What is a DDoS Attack? A Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS ) attack tries to overwhelm a website or network with too much traffic, making it slow or completely inaccessible. It is a type of Denial-of-Service (DoS) attack, which aims to disrupt applications or services. Key Features of DDoS Attacks: Multiple Sources of Traffic: DDoS attacks are unique because they send massive traffic from many different sources at the same time. This makes it harder to block the attack because it comes from multiple locations. Use of Botnets: Attackers use botnets (hijacked devices like computers, phones, or IoT devices) to send fake traffic to a target website or network. These devices are often infected without the owners’ knowledge. Impact on Services: Websites may become slow or stop working altogether. Essential services, such as government portals or financial platforms, may be disrupted. Recent Example: Karnataka's Kaveri 2...