<h4>DRDO's 67th Foundation Day Celebration</h4><p>The <strong>Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)</strong> recently marked its <strong>67th Foundation Day</strong>. This significant event was celebrated on <strong>1st January</strong>, commemorating decades of dedicated service to India's defense sector.</p><div class='info-box'><p><strong>Event Date:</strong> <strong>1st January</strong></p><p><strong>Occasion:</strong> <strong>67th Foundation Day</strong> of <strong>DRDO</strong></p></div><h4>Tribute to Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam</h4><p>During the celebrations, a heartfelt tribute was paid to former President <strong>Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam</strong>. He is widely revered as the <strong>"Missile Man of India"</strong> for his pivotal contributions to India's missile and space programs.</p><div class='key-point-box'><p><strong>Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam's Role:</strong> Known as the <strong>Missile Man of India</strong>, his vision significantly shaped <strong>DRDO's</strong> trajectory in missile technology.</p></div><h4>Bolstering India's Defense Capabilities</h4><p>The event served as a platform to highlight the substantial progress and significant achievements made by <strong>DRDO</strong>. These advancements have played a crucial role in strengthening <strong>India's defense capabilities</strong> across various domains.</p><div class='exam-tip-box'><p><strong>UPSC Relevance:</strong> Understanding <strong>DRDO's</strong> role is vital for <strong>GS Paper III (Science & Technology, Internal Security)</strong>. Questions often relate to <strong>self-reliance in defense</strong> and <strong>indigenous technology development</strong>.</p></div>