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Topic: Defence Ministry

Defence ministry’s 3rd indigenisation list is a step forward. Now integrate private sector

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As Russia-Ukraine war lingers, India goes for indigenisation of imported defence spares

The new import restriction list released Thursday mentioned 107 subsystems or strategically-important line-replacement units that will be phased out from December 2022 to the end of 2028.

‘Learn Russian words’: Defence ministry issues survival guidelines for Indians stuck in Ukraine

Dos & don’ts list is the first of its kind in a decade, advises to 'walk close to buildings, keep white flag ready, conserve phone battery, be ready for long trek’.

Kamov choppers, submarine torpedoes among deals defence ministry will review this week

Ministry is reviewing all procurement under the ‘Buy (Global)’ category, under which equipment is bought directly from foreign manufacturers, amid govt's 'Atmanirbhar' push.

Defence ministry’s ‘mammoth’ digital survey of 17.78 lakh acres of land — how, why & what next

The largest landowner in the country, Defence Ministry used drones, satellites, 3D modelling for faster, efficient survey in 4,900 pockets, remote terrain to check encroachment

Defence ministry puts curbs on import of 351 items that will be ‘indigenised’ in next 3 yrs

It is the third list by the ministry in 16 months as it aims to achieve self-reliance in defence manufacturing. The import restrictions on 172 items will be in place by December 2022.

US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin speaks to Rajnath Singh, recalls meeting with Gen Rawat

During the call, Austin expressed his condolences on the demise of CDS General Bipin Rawat and reaffirmed the US commitment to strengthening bilateral defence ties with India.

Tourist video shows CDS Rawat’s chopper was flying at low altitude, disappeared into thick fog

Defence minister Rajnath Singh tells Lok Sabha that the chopper lost contact with ATC at Sulur Air Base seven minutes before it was expected to land.

India formally lifts ban on AgustaWestland & Leonardo, both can now bid for defence projects

Leonardo has given a letter withdrawing its claims of 350 million Euros for the cancelled order of the VVIP choppers.

Neither MoD nor MHA can resolve the unacceptable state of affairs on Indo-Tibetan Border

The ITBP needs to be converted into a military force that is based on a design like the Rashtriya Rifles with suitable modifications.

On Camera

Iran can heal after Raisi’s death. New president likely to continue his policies

There are people inside and outside of Iran who do not feel sorry for President Raisi’s death. Some of them are trying to take advantage of this tragedy to pursue their own political goals.

Lower oil prices lead to 4x profits for oil firms, bonanza for govt, but no relief for aam aadmi

Petrol & diesel prices have barely changed since June 2022, even though oil prices have fallen 28% since then. This has boosted profitability of OMCs and dividend payouts to govt.

‘Joint culture needed first’ — CDS Gen Chauhan outlines first steps on the road to theaterisation

ThePrint had reported earlier this month that while theaterisation is the ultimate goal, set to be rolled out one year from now, the focus is on structured jointness initiatives by 2024-end.

Abki baar 90 paar for Congress? Why even 30 more seats will ruffle BJP

Discussion about outcome of Lok Sabha polls continues to boil in cauldron of expectations only from BJP. Now reverse this equation, what if we asked about the performance of the 'loser'?