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Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the domestic defence manufacturing sector for advancing towards self-reliance, highlighting India's reputation as a dependable partner globally, especially in the Global South. He dedicated three naval assets in Mumbai, emphasizing their role in enhancing security and progress. Modi underscored the importance of protecting territorial waters, ensuring freedom of navigation, and securing trade supply lines for economic growth and energy security, positioning India as a key player in the Indian Ocean...

In preparation for the Bihar assembly elections, the RJD is working to strengthen the Grand Alliance, with Lalu Prasad reportedly giving his approval for RLJP chief Pashupati Kumar Paras to join. Lalu confirmed this endorsement during a 'Dahi-Chura' feast hosted by Paras, where he was joined by Tej Pratap Yadav. Paras also extended an invitation to Nitish Kumar, though Chirag Paswan was notably left out, stating that he had not been invited by Chirag. Full...

Pakistan rejected baseless accusations by India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi, who accused Pakistan of sponsoring terrorism and called for dismantling terror infrastructure in PoK. The Pakistan Army dismissed these claims as politically motivated and fallacious, urging India to acknowledge the ground reality instead of indulging in self-delusion. The exchange reflects escalating tensions between the two countries over terrorism allegations in the region. Full Article

India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the international power rivalry unfolding in the Indian Ocean region, emphasizing the importance of a strong naval presence to protect the key trade route. While not explicitly naming any country, concerns over China's significant naval force were evident, particularly following border clashes in 2020. Despite recent troop withdrawals, tensions remain as India navigates geopolitical complexities in the region. Full Article

The second budget of the Modi 3.0 government may feature a slightly higher subsidy allocation for food in FY26 compared to FY25, driven by rising food inflation and higher logistics costs, while fertilizer subsidies are expected to remain stable. The government had initially allocated Rs 205,250 crore for food subsidies in FY25, 3.34 percent lower than the revised estimate for FY24, and Rs 164,000 crore for fertilizer subsidies, down 13.18 percent. However, with subsidy bills...

Indian Navy commissioned three frontline naval combatants- INS Nilgiri, INS Surat, and INS Vaghsheer- in a move to strengthen its presence in the Indian Ocean Region; Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the importance of defense reforms and the implementation of military theatre commands. The cutting-edge combatants include the INS Surat, INS Nilgiri, and INS Vaghsheer, equipped with advanced weaponry and capabilities to enhance maritime security and combat missions, reinforcing India's role as a reliable global...