The Indian Navy is set to commission three major platforms next month – the INS Surat, INS Nilgiri, and INS Vagsheer – to enhance its maritime defence capabilities and counterbalance China’s naval presence in the Indian Ocean Region. These additions are part of a larger modernization effort, with 60 warships under construction in Indian shipyards, emphasizing India’s focus on bolstering domestic defence production. The INS Surat, an AI-enabled guided-missile destroyer, and the INS Nilgiri, a stealth frigate, showcase India’s commitment to advanced and self-reliant defence systems, equipped with cutting-edge weapons and sensors for combat readiness.
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Monsoon session: Parliament to debate Operation Sindoor; after washout week, top guns to face off
NEW DELHI: Following a week of disruptions, Parliament's Monsoon session will feature a 16-hour debate on the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor, with top ministers from the NDA and opposition leaders like Rahul Gandhi clashing over national security and foreign policy. The discussions may extend beyond the scheduled time, while unresolved issues such as the electoral rolls in Bihar remain contentious points for the opposition. Want More Context? 🔎
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