India dismisses NYT report on HAL re-routing sensitive tech to Russia, calls it 'factually incorrect and misleading'

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) refuted a report by The New York Times, deeming it factually incorrect and biased. The MEA emphasized that Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has consistently followed international trade regulations and end-user commitments, dismissing any allegations against the state-owned defense company. India’s stringent legal framework for strategic trade was underscored by the MEA, urging media outlets to exercise due diligence in reporting to prevent misrepresentation of facts.

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