Centre Elevates IRCTC, IRFC To Navratna Status

The Indian government has elevated the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) and the Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC) to Navratna status, marking a significant milestone for these central public sector enterprises (CPSEs).This upgrade brings the total number of Navratna companies in India to 26. IRCTC, which was previously a Miniratna-I company, now becomes the 25th

March 3, 2025
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Southeast Asia Looks To India As US-China Uncertainty Grows

Security negotiations between India and its Southeast Asian neighbours have stepped up in recent months, observes Philippines-based analyst Don McLain Gill. Flexible in its engagement strategies, India has found a role as an alternative security partner for countries in the region.As uncertainty grows between the United States and China, Southeast Asia is increasingly looking towards India as a

March 3, 2025
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How India Can Make Billions Out of Trump-NATO Rift

The rift between former U.S. President Donald Trump and NATO, particularly over defence spending and the Ukraine war, presents significant opportunities for India to benefit financially. As European countries increase their defence budgets to reduce reliance on the U.S., India’s expanding defence industry can capitalize on these developments.The European Union has been seeking to strengthen its

March 3, 2025
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India’s Defence Industry Can Bolster EU’s Supply Chain: Commissioner

India’s defence industry is poised to play a crucial role in bolstering the European Union’s (EU) supply chain, according to European Commissioner for Defence and Space, Andrius Kubilius. As European nations seek to modernize and strengthen their defence industries in response to emerging threats, India’s robust defence sector can significantly contribute to the EU’s defence preparedness.The

March 3, 2025
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Govt Committed To Restore Statehood To J&K: LG Sinha In Assembly

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to restoring statehood to Jammu and Kashmir during the first Budget session of the J&K Assembly in seven years.Addressing the legislators, Sinha emphasised that one of the foremost aspirations of the people of Jammu and Kashmir is the restoration of full statehood. He noted that the government recognises the emotional

March 3, 2025
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PoK, Taking Kashmir Issue To UN Big Nehruvian Blunders: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh has termed the creation of Pakistan Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) and India’s decision to take the Kashmir issue to the United Nations as significant "Nehruvian blunders." Speaking at a recent event, Dr. Singh emphasized that if India’s partition was a historic mistake, the situation with PoJK was a direct result of Nehru’s policies.He highlighted that

March 3, 2025
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SAAB Wins $159 Million Cruise Missile Upgrade Order From Germany

 Luftwaffe’s Eurofighter jet equipped with Taurus Taurus KEPD 350 air launched cruise missileSAAB, the Swedish defence and aviation company, has secured a significant contract worth $159 million (approximately 1.7 billion Swedish crowns) from Germany to upgrade and maintain the Taurus KEPD 350 cruise missiles used by the German Air Force.The contract, which spans from 2025 to 2035,

March 3, 2025
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Army Reviews Light Utility Helicopter Delay As Aeging Chopper Crisis Deepens

The Indian Army is facing a critical shortage of reliable utility helicopters due to the ageing fleet of Cheetah and Chetak helicopters, which have surpassed their operational life.To address this issue, the Army is urgently reviewing the delayed Light Utility Helicopter (LUH) program, developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) as an indigenous replacement.The LUH is a 3-ton-class

March 2, 2025
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Foreign Lobbying Or Atmanirbharta? The US Army Stryker Vs DRDO’s WhAP 8×8 Controversy Explained

The controversy surrounding the US Army’s Stryker Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV) and DRDO’s WhAP 8×8 Amphibious Wheeled Armoured Platform highlights a significant debate between foreign lobbying and India’s self-reliance in defence manufacturing, or Atmanirbharta.The Stryker, despite its underperformance in high-altitude trials, is being pushed for induction into the Indian Army through a

March 2, 2025
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