Rajnath Singh

The double standards or the double-sidedness of Britain took off guard many in New Delhi creating a storm in Indian Twitter space as well. British High Commissioner to Pakistan Jane Marriott decided to visit Mirpur (POK) right when Rajnath Singh concluded a high-profile visit to London.

The missile, with its indigenously developed Radio Frequency Seeker, Launcher, Multi-Function Radar, and Command, Control & Communication system, demonstrated its potential to bolster the Indian Air Force's air defense capabilities.

The move is significant amidst heightened tensions in the Asia Pacific, particularly North Korea's weapons program and China's assertive stance on Taiwan and the South China Sea. The collaboration extends to various aspects, including electric propulsion systems, and complex weapons development.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved the establishment of four additional National Cadet Corps (NCC) units in the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.

The External Affairs Ministry rejected claims of the Rezang La war memorial being dismantled amid allegations that it fell within the buffer zone negotiated with China. MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi clarified that the long-standing memorial remains unchanged

Singh's visit gains significance amidst ongoing scrutiny of a Brigadier-level officer facing an inquiry due to repeated lapses in Army operations that resulted in multiple soldier casualties.

The ship, with its 21-member crew, including a Vietnamese national, arrived in Mumbai today. The Navy's explosive ordnance team conducted an inspection, revealing damage to the stern from a potential aerial attack. However, further forensic analysis is required to determine the specifics.

The 22-year-old ship served under different names in both the Indian Navy and the Maldivian Naval Defence Force. Refurbished in 2018, INS Tarmugli is now equipped with MTU engines, modern communication equipment, a 30-mm gun, and an advanced radar system.

The procurement, costing around Rs 800 crore, was approved by the Defence Acquisition Council led by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. This follows a previous agreement in 2019 for 72,400 Sig Sauer rifles worth Rs 694 crore, intended to replace the indigenous INSAS rifles.

The BJP's Rajasthan victory had kept the political circles buzzing, with anticipation mounting over who would lead the state. The suspense culminated as Bhajan Lal Sharma emerged as the chosen figure to helm the desert state's affairs.