Seattle schools: ‘Micro-advocacy’

Re: “Urge Seattle schools to hire a leader who values civics education” (July 2, Opinion): While I certainly agree with the headline, I definitely don’t agree with the call to action. Please don’t contact school board members and urge them to hire a le…

July 18, 2025
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India Advances Strategic Partnership With France For ₹61,000 Crore Next-Generation Fighter Jet Engine Development

The Ministry of Defence has recommended France’s Safran as the preferred partner for India’s ambitious ₹61,000 crore fighter jet engine development program. This landmark decision represents a pivotal moment in India’s defence manufacturing journey, marking a significant step toward achieving self-reliance in critical aerospace technologies while reducing the country’s long-standing dependence on

July 18, 2025
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700 Bullets A Minute, 800 Metres Range: The Amethi-Made AK-203 Rifle

The AK-203 ‘Sher’ assault rifle, produced in a joint Indo-Russian venture in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh, represents a significant technological leap for the Indian armed forces. Manufactured by the Indo-Russian Rifles Private Limited (IRRPL)—a partnership involving Indian state-owned firms and Russian defence giants Kalashnikov and Rosoboronexport—the project under the Make in India initiative aims to

July 18, 2025
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