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How 'Smiling Buddha' In Pokhran Permanently Altered India's Place In Global Politics
On Pokharan anniversary, we look at how India's techno diplomacy saved it from meeting the same fate as what is happening to Iran right now.
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India, US, Israel And Others: How These 9 Countries Acquired Nuclear Weapons
For over three decades, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu consistently claimed Iran was months away from becoming a nuclear power and that it posed an existential threat to his nation.
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PM Modi's Op Sindoor Speech And A Curious 'Smiling Buddha' Connection
"The Buddha is smiling," was the code message flashed to former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi when India successfully detonated its first nuclear bomb at the Pokhran Test Range in Rajasthan on May 18, 1974.
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National Technology Day: History, Significance And All You Need To Know
National Technology Day 2025: On May 11, 1998, India marked a significant milestone, with successful nuclear tests at the Pokhran range in Rajasthan.
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Video Claims 'Pokhran 3' Nuclear Test Held In UP. Here's The Truth
A video circulating on social media shows a blast in an empty plot, creating a large crater resembling an underground explosion.
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"Will Reply To Every Step Taken Against India's Dignity": Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday asserted that the 1998 Pokhran nuclear tests gave a message to the world that although India is a peace-loving nation, it will not let anyone harm the sovereignty, integrity and unity of the country.
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India Uses Technology To Empower, Not To Show Dominance: PM Modi
PM Modi today hailed the 1998 nuclear tests in Pokhran as one of the most glorious days in India's history, and asserted that technology for the country is not about showing its dominance but a tool to speed up its development.
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National Technology Day 2023: Date, History, And Significance
National Technology Day: It marks the anniversary of the Pokhran nuclear tests, conducted in 1998. The day also aims to recognise and honour the contribution of all scientists, engineers, and technologists.
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S Jaishankar Recalls How AB Vajpayee Handled Diplomatic Situation Post 1998 Nuclear Tests
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday praised the then prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's handling of the diplomatic situation following the nuclear tests in 1998.
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"Atal-ji's Political Courage": PM's Tribute To Mark Pokhran Nuclear Tests
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the occasion of National Technology Day, has expressed his gratitude to scientists and their efforts that led to the successful nuclear tests in Pokhran in 1998.
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APJ Abdul Kalam's Death Anniversary: Know About The "Missile Man Of India"
Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam, the former president of India, passed away on July 27, 2015. The nation remembers him every year and each time India accomplishes a feat in the area of science, especially space and missiles.
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"Remember With Pride 1998 Pokhran Tests": PM On National Technology Day
National Technology Day 2021: PM Modi wrote on Twitter: We remember with pride the 1998 Pokhran Tests, which demonstrated India's scientific and technological prowess. India celebrates National Technology Day on May 11th every year
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On National Technology Day Today, Quotes Of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam To Share
2021 National Technology Day: Today is National Technology Day. On this day in 1998, India carried out the Pokhran nuclear tests - a series of five explosions at the Indian Army's Pokhran Test Range. Dr APJ Abdul Kalam spearheaded the programme
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National Technology Day 2021: Date, History, and Significance
National Technology Day 2021 marks India’s entry into the elite club of nuclear-armed nations. Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee declared May 11 as the National Technology Day after India conducted three successful nuclear tests at the Indian Army’s Pokhran Test Range in Rajasthan under Operation Shakti in 1998.
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Smiling Buddha: All You Need To Know About India's First Nuclear Test At Pokhran
India is observing the 46th anniversary of its first nuclear test in Rajasthan's Pokhran today. The peaceful test -- codenamed 'Smiling Buddha' -- conducted in 1974 helped India become the sixth country in the world to conduct the test.
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How 'Smiling Buddha' In Pokhran Permanently Altered India's Place In Global Politics
On Pokharan anniversary, we look at how India's techno diplomacy saved it from meeting the same fate as what is happening to Iran right now.
-
India, US, Israel And Others: How These 9 Countries Acquired Nuclear Weapons
For over three decades, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu consistently claimed Iran was months away from becoming a nuclear power and that it posed an existential threat to his nation.
-
PM Modi's Op Sindoor Speech And A Curious 'Smiling Buddha' Connection
"The Buddha is smiling," was the code message flashed to former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi when India successfully detonated its first nuclear bomb at the Pokhran Test Range in Rajasthan on May 18, 1974.
-
National Technology Day: History, Significance And All You Need To Know
National Technology Day 2025: On May 11, 1998, India marked a significant milestone, with successful nuclear tests at the Pokhran range in Rajasthan.
-
Video Claims 'Pokhran 3' Nuclear Test Held In UP. Here's The Truth
A video circulating on social media shows a blast in an empty plot, creating a large crater resembling an underground explosion.
-
"Will Reply To Every Step Taken Against India's Dignity": Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday asserted that the 1998 Pokhran nuclear tests gave a message to the world that although India is a peace-loving nation, it will not let anyone harm the sovereignty, integrity and unity of the country.
-
India Uses Technology To Empower, Not To Show Dominance: PM Modi
PM Modi today hailed the 1998 nuclear tests in Pokhran as one of the most glorious days in India's history, and asserted that technology for the country is not about showing its dominance but a tool to speed up its development.
-
National Technology Day 2023: Date, History, And Significance
National Technology Day: It marks the anniversary of the Pokhran nuclear tests, conducted in 1998. The day also aims to recognise and honour the contribution of all scientists, engineers, and technologists.
-
S Jaishankar Recalls How AB Vajpayee Handled Diplomatic Situation Post 1998 Nuclear Tests
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday praised the then prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's handling of the diplomatic situation following the nuclear tests in 1998.
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"Atal-ji's Political Courage": PM's Tribute To Mark Pokhran Nuclear Tests
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the occasion of National Technology Day, has expressed his gratitude to scientists and their efforts that led to the successful nuclear tests in Pokhran in 1998.
-
APJ Abdul Kalam's Death Anniversary: Know About The "Missile Man Of India"
Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam, the former president of India, passed away on July 27, 2015. The nation remembers him every year and each time India accomplishes a feat in the area of science, especially space and missiles.
-
"Remember With Pride 1998 Pokhran Tests": PM On National Technology Day
National Technology Day 2021: PM Modi wrote on Twitter: We remember with pride the 1998 Pokhran Tests, which demonstrated India's scientific and technological prowess. India celebrates National Technology Day on May 11th every year
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On National Technology Day Today, Quotes Of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam To Share
2021 National Technology Day: Today is National Technology Day. On this day in 1998, India carried out the Pokhran nuclear tests - a series of five explosions at the Indian Army's Pokhran Test Range. Dr APJ Abdul Kalam spearheaded the programme
-
National Technology Day 2021: Date, History, and Significance
National Technology Day 2021 marks India’s entry into the elite club of nuclear-armed nations. Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee declared May 11 as the National Technology Day after India conducted three successful nuclear tests at the Indian Army’s Pokhran Test Range in Rajasthan under Operation Shakti in 1998.
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Smiling Buddha: All You Need To Know About India's First Nuclear Test At Pokhran
India is observing the 46th anniversary of its first nuclear test in Rajasthan's Pokhran today. The peaceful test -- codenamed 'Smiling Buddha' -- conducted in 1974 helped India become the sixth country in the world to conduct the test.
