A high-level committee has accepted the need for 114 new multirole fighter jets in the Indian Air Force, with plans to start their induction within the next four to five years through a fast-tracked global tender. This move aims to maintain the Air Force’s squadron strength for the next decade and enhance combat capabilities, as 10 fighter aircraft squadrons are set to retire by 2037. The goal is to achieve 60 fighter aircraft squadrons by 2047, with the induction of MRFA jets considered crucial to prepare for potential two-front war scenarios.
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Panic ensued on an Indonesian ferry carrying nearly 300 passengers when it caught fire near Southeast Sulawesi, injuring at least 18 individuals. Rescue efforts are ongoing with assistance from the Navy and Coast Guard, as terrified passengers jumped into the sea amidst thick smoke, while the cause of the fire remains unknown. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A ferry in Indonesia caught fire while carrying nearly 300 passengers, forcing many to jump into...
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