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TopicGorkhas

Topic: Gorkhas

Giving Gorkhaland issue miss in Lok Sabha manifesto puts BJP on backfoot in Darjeeling

In 2014 too, BJP manifesto made no mention of Gorkhaland demand, but party later added addendum to address issue. Its Darjeeling MP says 'talks ongoing' at MHA on resolution.

How 3 big names are coming together to shake up Darjeeling politics & reignite Gorkhaland cause

Hamro Party's Ajoy Edwards, GJM's Bimal Gurung & influential leader Binay Tamang have joined forces. The 3, says Tamang, will form a committee to strategise their Gorkhaland movement.

Nepali Gorkhas to be recruited in Indian Army through Agnipath scheme, here is how

Similar to terms for Indian soldiers, the Nepalis would be inducted for 4 years, after which only 25 per cent would be retained.

On Camera

Why Rahul Gandhi wasn’t allowed to read an excerpt from General Naravane’s memoir

General MM Naravane’s memoir—Four Stars of Destiny—reveals that he was left hanging by political leadership for more than two hours as Chinese tanks drove towards Indian positions.

Trade deal with US likely to lift Rupee & stocks, say investors

New Delhi: India’s agreement with the US to buy $500 billion-worth of goods over five years includes an existing pipeline of projects, as well...

Adani Defence teams up with Italy’s Leonardo to tap India’s mega helicopter market

The partnership will focus on targeting the Indian Armed Forces' requirements, particularly for Leonardo's AW169M and AW109 TrekkerM helicopters.

Swiss report should now close Op Sindoor debate. Knowing when to stop the fight is key too

The key to fighting a war successfully, or even launching it, is a clear objective. That’s an entirely political call. It isn’t emotional or purely military.