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Page 167 - External Affairs & Defence Security

MoD signs Rs 10k cr deals to boost Army's PINAKA with new rockets, upgrades

Advanced munitions and software upgrades procured under these deals will enhance the capabilities of the Indian Army's indigenously developed PINAKA Multiple Launch Rocket System

MoD signs Rs 10k cr deals to boost Army's PINAKA with new rockets, upgrades
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 8:08 PM IST

No water from Sutlej, Beas rivers flows to Pak except during monsoon: Govt

Under the treaty, India has control over the Sutlej, Beas and the Ravi rivers while Pakistan manages the waters of the Indus, Jhelum and the Chenab

No water from Sutlej, Beas rivers flows to Pak except during monsoon: Govt
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 8:01 PM IST

IAF Mirage fighter jet crashes in MP's Shivpuri, both pilots eject safely

The twin-seater trainer aircraft, which was on a routine sortie, caught fire after crashing at around 2.40 pm, said a Central Air Command spokesperson

IAF Mirage fighter jet crashes in MP's Shivpuri, both pilots eject safely
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 7:51 PM IST

Families of US deportees recount horror stories of 'dunki' routes

They traversed treacherous routes, crossing several rivers and forests while facing extortion and getting roughed up, to reach the US

Families of US deportees recount horror stories of 'dunki' routes
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 6:00 PM IST

B'desh lodges protest with India over Hasina's activities during her stay

The development comes a day after Hasina delivered a speech via social media on Wednesday night in which she called upon the countrymen to organise a resistance against the current regime

B'desh lodges protest with India over Hasina's activities during her stay
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 5:51 PM IST

What does Trump's Chabahar sanctions policy mean for India-Iran trade?

Trump's Chabahar sanctions review may impact India-Iran trade, regional connectivity, and New Delhi's strategic interests in Central Asia

What does Trump's Chabahar sanctions policy mean for India-Iran trade?
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 5:24 PM IST

Need early reform of key multilateral bodies, including UNSC: Prez Murmu

She said that India will continue to champion the causes of the Global South, including at the UN, guided by the philosophy of "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam"

Need early reform of key multilateral bodies, including UNSC: Prez Murmu
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 5:16 PM IST

Engaging with US to ensure deported Indians are not mistreated: Jaishankar

"At the same time the House will appreciate that our focus should be on strong crackdown on the illegal migration industry, while taking steps to ease visas for the legitimate travellers," he said

Engaging with US to ensure deported Indians are not mistreated: Jaishankar
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 3:42 PM IST

'Not new, ongoing for years': S Jaishankar on US deporting 104 Indians

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar told the Rajya Sabha that it is the obligation of all countries to take back their nationals if they are found to be living illegally abroad

'Not new, ongoing for years': S Jaishankar on US deporting 104 Indians
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 2:50 PM IST

Jaishankar to address Rajya Sabha on deportation of Indians in 'handcuffs'

Several opposition MPs, including Congress' KC Venugopal, staged a protest outside Parliament, wearing 'handcuffs' to highlight the 'inhumane' treatment of Indian nationals

Jaishankar to address Rajya Sabha on deportation of Indians in 'handcuffs'
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 1:17 PM IST

Defence ministry to sign Rs 10,200 cr Pinaka rocket deal with Solar, MIL

DRDO is already in the advanced stages of making a 120 km strike version of the Pinaka rockets and is expected to carry out its first test in the next financial year

Defence ministry to sign Rs 10,200 cr Pinaka rocket deal with Solar, MIL
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 1:05 PM IST

Hands cuffed, legs chained: Deportees share details of US flight to India

Deported Indians claim they were handcuffed and had their legs chained during a US military flight back to Amritsar, describing the experience as humiliating and deeply distressing

Hands cuffed, legs chained: Deportees share details of US flight to India
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 12:31 PM IST

WATCH: US releases video of Indian immigrants chained, handcuffed

The US has deported 104 Indians on a record military flight, reinforcing strict immigration policies as the USBP chief has further warned, 'Cross illegally, and you will be removed'

WATCH: US releases video of Indian immigrants chained, handcuffed
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 12:24 PM IST

Indians entering US via 'Dunki' deported: What is this illegal route?

Trump administration has intensified crackdown on illegal immigration, particularly through the high-risk 'donkey route' that many Indians continue to take in pursuit of the 'American dream'

Indians entering US via 'Dunki' deported: What is this illegal route?
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 11:16 AM IST

EAM Jaishankar holds talks with SCO secy general, discusses India's work

In a post on X, he said, Delighted to meet SCO Secretary-General Nurlan Yermekbayev in Delhi this evening

EAM Jaishankar holds talks with SCO secy general, discusses India's work
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 6:41 AM IST

Bangladeshi protesters storm, destroy former PM Sheikh Hasina's house

The attack was sparked by a speech Hasina planned to give to supporters from exile in neighbouring India

Bangladeshi protesters storm, destroy former PM Sheikh Hasina's house
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 6:40 AM IST

Govt likely to flag deportation by US military aircraft during Modi's visit

Discussions between the two sides will also cover the entire gamut of issues from trade, energy security to increased security cooperation, sources said

Govt likely to flag deportation by US military aircraft during Modi's visit
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 12:20 AM IST

US military plane carrying 104 illegal Indian immigrants lands in Amritsar

Opposition parties allege that the deportees were handcuffed and humiliated

US military plane carrying 104 illegal Indian immigrants lands in Amritsar
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 12:17 AM IST

Protesters set fire to Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's home

Hasina delivered her address organised by the Awami League's now disbanded student wing Chhatra League and called upon the countrymen to organise a resistance against the current regime

Protesters set fire to Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's home
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 12:03 AM IST

India open to revive US trade deal talks during PM Modi's upcoming visit

Inter-departmental meetings being held to identify key trade-related proposals

India open to revive US trade deal talks during PM Modi's upcoming visit
Updated On : 05 Feb 2025 | 11:47 PM IST