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Raghav Patel · 2024-07-03T10:32:00+0530

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is pursuing a potential deal with Argentina to supply Prachand Light Combat Helicopters (LCH) and Light Utility Helicopters (LUH). This move comes after Argentina opted to acquire American F-16 fighter jets instead of India's Tejas. The interest stems from a...

Raj Basu · 2024-07-03T10:09:00+0530

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is embarking on an ambitious transformation, set to revolutionize its fleet and bolster its domestic aerospace capabilities. Over the next two decades, the IAF plans to streamline its diverse fleet, phasing out older models like the MiG-21 and Mirage-2000. These will...

Manav Rastogi · 2024-07-03T09:27:00+0530

In a significant boost to India's air combat capabilities, the LCA Tejas Mk1A fighter jet is undergoing testing with three distinct Close Combat Missiles (CCMs): the Russian R-73, the Israeli Python-5, and the American ASRAAM. This strategic move not only diversifies the Tejas' arsenal but also...

Raj Basu · 2024-07-03T09:09:00+0530

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to strengthen its fleet of Su-30MKI fighter jets with a major agreement with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the procurement of 240 AL-31F jet engines. This strategic move aims to enhance the operational capability and longevity of the IAF's frontline...

Manav Rastogi · 2024-07-03T08:39:00+0530

The Indian Navy has announced a Request for Information (RFI) for an underwater-launched autonomous underwater vehicle (ULAUV) system, as part of its ongoing efforts to bolster its maritime capabilities. The ULAUV project aims to acquire cutting-edge technology for intelligence, surveillance...

Raghav Patel · 2024-07-03T08:38:00+0530

US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, has issued a stark warning to Indian companies that flouting global sanctions against Russia will have severe repercussions for their ability to conduct business with the US, Europe, and other allied nations. This cautionary message follows Japan's recent...

Raj Basu · 2024-07-03T08:37:00+0530

Mankote, Poonch District: In a significant development, the Indian Army successfully thwarted a potential disaster on Tuesday by recovering two high-powered Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) in the Mankot sector of Poonch district. The recovered IEDs, weighing approximately 15 kg and 8 kg...

ANI · 2024-07-03T08:36:00+0530

The Ministry of Defence has signed an MoU to establish three state-of-the-art testing facilities in Chennai under the Tamil Nadu Defence Industrial Corridor- one each in Unmanned Aerial System (UAS), Electronic Warfare (EW) and Electro-Optics (EO) domains. The MoU, under the Defence Testing...

PTI · 2024-07-03T08:35:00+0530

Srinagar- Director General of Police R R Swain on Monday said that the Bhartiya Nyaya Samhita provides clear Legal Mandate to tackle Cross-Border Terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing on the occasion of implementation of three criminal laws here at Srinagar, Swain said that Bharatiya Nyaya...

IANS · 2024-07-03T08:34:00+0530

Leading Meitei and Naga community organisations on Tuesday jointly urged Manipur Governor Anusuiya Uikey to implement the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the state to curb infiltration from across the border and protect the indigenous people. Raj Bhavan officials said that leaders of the...

PTI · 2024-07-03T08:33:00+0530

Given the “very trusting nature” of the relationship between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, no topic was off-limits for the two leaders when they meet here soon, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday. The dates of Prime Minister Modi’s visit to...

Bloomberg · 2024-07-03T08:32:00+0530

Worried by deepening China-Russia relations, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is heading to Moscow next week for talks with President Vladimir Putin, his first visit to the country since the Kremlin’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The meeting, which will help Putin to counter Western efforts to...

PTI · 2024-07-03T08:31:00+0530

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Tuesday said that the ties between India and Bangladesh could be seen as a model of bilateral ties for the South Asian region. Hasina made these remarks during a courtesy call by Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi. Admiral Tripathi began a five-day...

PTI · 2024-07-03T08:30:00+0530

Five Naxalites were killed in an encounter with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district on Tuesday, police said. The gunfight took place in a forest under Kohkameta police station area in Abujhmad, a hilly forest area when a joint team of personnel from different security...

PTI · 2024-07-03T08:29:00+0530

As the UK general election campaign enters its final phase on Tuesday, a British Indian community group has called on the newly elected government to reshape its foreign policy priorities towards India. The Platform for Indian Democracy called on new British members of Parliament to prioritise...

PTI · 2024-07-03T08:28:00+0530

New Delhi: A court here on Tuesday granted two-hour custody parole to Kashmiri leader Sheikh Abdul Rashid to take oath as a Lok Sabha MP on July 5. Rashid, also known as Engineer Rashid, was elected from Baramulla seat as an independent candidate defeating National Conference leader Omar...

IANS · 2024-07-03T08:27:00+0530

The Assam Regiment and Assam Rifles on Tuesday mourned the death of Sepoy Shwensinlo Semp from the Assam Regiment in a tragic accident in Nagaland. Semp, who was on leave, displayed exemplary courage and rescued a friend from a lake before getting entangled in weeds and bogged down in mud in the...

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After Tejas Setback, HAL Sees Opportunity with Helicopter Deal in Argentina

IAF Streamlining Fighter Jet Fleet for Enhanced Efficiency, Aims All-Indigenous by 2070

Tejas Mk1A Strengthens Aerial Arsenal with Triple Close Combat Missile Integration

IAF to Boost Su-30MKI Fleet with 240 New Engines from HAL

Indian Navy issues RFI for Underwater-Launched Autonomous Vehicle

Violating Russian Sanctions Could Cost Indian Companies Dearly: US Ambassador

Indian Army Recovers Two High-Powered IEDs in Poonch, Averts Major Tragedy

MoD Signs MoU for 3 UAS, EW, and EO Systems Testing Facilities in Chennai

New Laws Strengthen Legal Framework Against Terrorism in J&K, Says DGP Swain

Meitei, Naga bodies in Manipur urge Governor to implement NRC to curb illegal influx

'Very Trusting' Relationship Sets Stage for Open Dialogue in Upcoming Putin-Modi Summit: Kremlin

Modi Is Shoring Up Russia Ties as Putin Deepens China Embrace

Hasina calls Bangladesh-India ties model for South Asia

5 Naxals Killed in Narayanpur Chhattisgarh Encounter, 138 Killed in 2024

British Indian group wants new UK govt to reshape relationship with India

Court allows two-hour custody parole to Engineer Rashid to take oath as MP of J&K's Baramulla

Assam Regiment & Assam Rifles mourn death of brave soldier

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