<span style="color: #222222;">The Scientific Advisor of Defence Minister, Dr G Satheesh Reddy has been appointed as Secretary, Department of Defence Research and Development and Chairman of Defence Research Development Organisation. </span><br />'' <br />'' <span style="color: #222222;">According to an official release, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved Dr Reddy's appointment for a period of two years. His appointment will be effective from the date of assumption of charge.</span><br />