Despite high needs, the Merseyside borough has the most youth work ‘black holes’ of any local authority in EnglandYouth work ‘black holes’ in half of all council areas in England, study finds“I feel like I’m failing because I can’t reach everyone,” sai…
EU leaders to clash over ‘Buy European’ push at Belgium summit
Leaders to discuss once-taboo policy of favouring European companies, in attempt to regain economic competitivenessEU leaders are expected to diverge on whether “Buy European” is an answer to Europe’s waning economic fortunes, at a summit on how to sec…
Vetting process for Mandelson needed more awkward questions, expert says
System used for civil servants not thorough enough for those with ‘baggage’ of years in politics or business, Peter Ricketts saysDowning Street cannot appoint politicians or business figures to senior diplomatic posts using the same security vetting it…
Switzerland to vote on far-right proposal to cap population at 10 million
Referendum on immigration limit could threaten EU agreements and cripple economy, say Swiss businesses Switzerland will vote this summer on a proposal from the far-right Swiss People’s party (SVP) to limit the country’s population to 10 million, a move…
Youth work ‘black holes’ in half of all council areas in England, study finds
Exclusive: First mapping of youth centres in decades shows poorer areas in north worst affected by cuts since 2010‘We’re on a cliff edge’: the struggle to keep youth services alive in KnowsleyAlmost half of all council areas in England have youth work …
Who is Antonia Romeo and why is she tipped to be the next cabinet secretary?
With Chris Wormald being forced out, Romeo is a frontrunner with a reputation for being forthrightAntonia Romeo is not a typical civil servant, according to almost everyone who has worked with or met her in a professional context.Charming, ambitious an…
What is Latam-GPT: Latin America’s Spanish and Portuguese AI model?
Latam-GPT is a Chilean-driven artificial intelligence model to train applications with Latin American data, reduce bias and provide a more accurate representation of the region in a sector dominated by US developments.
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India’s Aerial Impasse: Balancing Urgent Deterrence With Atmanirbhar Ambitions
The Rafale procurement dilemma encapsulates India’s profound defence paradox: the urgent need for security amid mounting threats versus the long-term goal of self-reliance. The Defence Acquisition Council, under Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, is poised to scrutinise a landmark proposal for 114 Rafale fighter jets from France’s Dassault Aviation.Valued at roughly ₹3.25 lakh crore—or about $36
Odisha Greenlights ₹300 Crore IG Defence Drone Hub In Ganjam, Boosting Tactical UAV Production Near Key Test Ranges
IG Defence, a prominent indigenous defence technology firm in India, has secured approval for a ₹300 crore investment to establish an advanced multi-drone manufacturing hub in Odisha’s Ganjam district. This marks one of the largest private sector investments in drone production within the state.The project received clearance from the 144th State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA),