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TopicDefence Ministry

Topic: Defence Ministry

What bothered Manohar Parrikar about defence ministry: the ‘atmosphere of suspicion’

A friend reminisces how Manohar Parrikar wanted to do something about the overwhelming tendency in the ministry ‘to first say no to everything’.

Pinaka guided rocket system, aimed to boost Army artillery, successfully test fired

The defence ministry, which test-fired the system in Pokhran, said the guidance kit includes an advanced navigation and control system.

‘Missing’ jawan has not been kidnapped by militants, is safe: Govt dismisses reports

A defence spokesperson Saturday said the reports of the abduction of the jawan from Budgam in Jammu and Kashmir were incorrect.

Is the Modi govt bungling on Rafale or are secrecy laws critical for defence deals?

Attorney General K.K. Venugopal claimed that Rafale documents were stolen from the defence ministry, and this could invite punishment under the OSA.

Pakistan violates ceasefire after two-day lull along LoC in Jammu and Kashmir

A defence spokesperson said that Pakistan initiated the unprovoked ceasefire violation by firing mortar shells and small arms on forward posts and villages.

CAG report blames ‘inadequate training’ for 2014 Super Hercules crash that killed 5

A simulator for the aircraft had been installed in 2012, but could not be used for training because IAF & manufacturer couldn’t finalise a usage contract.

Finally, Modi govt starts process to acquire 111 choppers for desperate Navy

Of the 111 Naval Utility Helicopters to be procured, 95 will be manufactured in India by the selected Indian partner.

Missing integrity clause not unusual, say defence ministry officials on Rafale controversy

The Congress claims anti-corruption clauses were waived because of govt corruption since it indemnifies suppliers against any wrongdoing.

India gets its first 4 Chinook heavy lift helicopters, to be stationed in Chandigarh

The chopper is part of the 15 Chinook CH-47F (I) that India ordered from the US in 2015. Was delivered to the IAF earlier this month. 

Does PM Narendra Modi have schizophrenia, asks Rahul Gandhi

Congress president Rahul Gandhi replies to PM Modi's chor-chowkidar jibe at press meet in the wake of a Rafale 'expose' published by The Hindu.

On Camera

In 100 yrs of RSS, even opponents lent their voices to Hindu cause: Dattatreya Hosabale

The progress of the Sangh has always rested on society’s constant support. Because its work remained in tune with the spirit of the people, acceptance grew steadily over time.

Market regulator SEBI clears Adani Group of impropriety alleged by Hindenburg Research

SEBI probe concluded that purported loans and fund transfers were paid back in full and did not amount to deceptive market practices or unreported related party transactions.

In Nepal, young dreams of serving in Indian Army crash as Agnipath halts a centuries-old tradition

Since 1815, Nepali Gorkhas have served in Indian & British Armies, as well as in Bihar, Bengal & Assam Police. Since Agnipath scheme came in, no Nepal-domiciled Gorkha has enlisted.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.