News for 'defence sustainment india'

PHOTOS: Inside prime ministers' museum

PHOTOS: Inside prime ministers' museum

Rediff.com14 Apr 2022

The museum is aimed at sensitising and inspiring the younger generation about the leadership, vision and achievements of all our prime ministers

US responds to Jaishankar's quip on fresh F-16 deal with Pakistan

US responds to Jaishankar's quip on fresh F-16 deal with Pakistan

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

Referring to the argument made by the US that F-16 sustenance package is to fight terrorism, Jaishankar had said everybody knows where and against whom F-16 fighter jets are used.

'US-India should focus on trade to counter China'

'US-India should focus on trade to counter China'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

'I hope that the incoming Biden-Harris Administration works with India to address some of the most profound geopolitical transboundary challenges.'

Injured Starc ruled out of India ODI series

Injured Starc ruled out of India ODI series

Rediff.com7 Feb 2019

Kane Richardson will take his place in the 15-man squad for the tour, which starts with two Twenty20 matches later this month and is being used a warm-up for their World Cup title defence in England.

Gujarat CM inspects Morbi accident site, holds review meet

Gujarat CM inspects Morbi accident site, holds review meet

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Monday held a review meeting as well as took stock of the ongoing rescue operation after the suspension bridge over Machchu river collapsed on Sunday.

With eye on China, Rajnath stresses on maritime security in IOR

With eye on China, Rajnath stresses on maritime security in IOR

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

Maritime resources will be key to sustained growth and development of nations across the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) in the ongoing century, he said delivering his keynote address at the IOR Defence Ministers' Conclave held on the margins of Aero India-2021, India's premier defence and aerospace show.

A Budget With An Eye On Elections

A Budget With An Eye On Elections

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

Nirmala Sitharaman's messaging was clear when she presented a well-balanced Budget with an eye on state elections in nine states followed by a general election next year, observes Ramesh Menon.

Netflix-ication of print media in India?

Netflix-ication of print media in India?

Rediff.com24 Feb 2021

Monetising online readership, a deeper focus on content and getting revenue from the reader are ways to make the business future-proof, observes Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.

AUKUS And The Militarization Of Indo Pacific

AUKUS And The Militarization Of Indo Pacific

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

Although the pact would focus mainly on the Pacific and the South China Sea region, any action designed to deter China with or without New Delhi's active participation is a welcome move, notes Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).

India, China enhance military presence in Ladakh as tension mounts

India, China enhance military presence in Ladakh as tension mounts

Rediff.com21 May 2020

It is learnt that the India's top military brass is constantly monitoring the evolving situation even as the United States said the aggressive behaviour by Chinese troops was a reminder of the threat posed by China.

Infrastructure Funds: What You Must Know

Infrastructure Funds: What You Must Know

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

Since infrastructure projects have long gestation periods, investors need to enter them with a long horizon of at least 10 years.

India, Pak for early resolution of Siachen issue: Antony

India, Pak for early resolution of Siachen issue: Antony

Rediff.com27 Aug 2012

India and Pakistan have agreed to continue the dialogue in Siachen for early resolution of outstanding issues there, and have reaffirmed the resolve to make serious, sustained and result oriented efforts to seek an amicable solution, the Lok Sabha was informed on Monday.

China pushes India into bear hug with Quad

China pushes India into bear hug with Quad

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

China's behaviour in the post-pandemic geopolitical landscape which may determine the Quad's future trajectory, notes former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

Injured NZ captain Williamson out for two months

Injured NZ captain Williamson out for two months

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson is likely to be out for two months because to an elbow injury, which had flared-up during the recently-concluded Test series against India.

India needs many more submarines than planned: Parrikar

India needs many more submarines than planned: Parrikar

Rediff.com22 Nov 2016

Calling for a rethink of its submarine building programme, Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar on Tuesday said India should look for greater numbers than the existing plan of constructing 24 such vessels.

The Bravest Of The Brave

The Bravest Of The Brave

Rediff.com11 May 2022

President Ram Nath Kovind -- supreme commander of India's defence forces -- conveyed the nation's deepest gratitude to bravehearts who had protected the motherland from harm at the Defence Investiture Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday May 10, 2022.

On Air Force Day, IAF chief announces new weapon system branch

On Air Force Day, IAF chief announces new weapon system branch

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

This is the first time since Independence that a new operational branch is being created, Chaudhari said in his speech on the occasion of 90th anniversary celebrations of the IAF.

India-US Roller Coaster Reaches New High

India-US Roller Coaster Reaches New High

Rediff.com26 Feb 2020

'Many said his visit was very risky. But mercifully, Air Force One has taken off from Delhi without Mr Trump stepping on anybody's toes,' notes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Cannot afford to match India militarily: Pakistan

Cannot afford to match India militarily: Pakistan

Rediff.com28 Jun 2011

Pakistan cannot afford to match the induction of modern weaponry by India, which possibly has a greater capacity to sustain a war, Pakistani Defence minister Chaudhry Ahmad Mukhtar has said.

India inks Rs 5,000 crore howitzer deal with US

India inks Rs 5,000 crore howitzer deal with US

Rediff.com30 Nov 2016

This is the first deal for artillery guns since the Bofors scandal in 1980s.

China, not Pakistan, is now India's Enemy No 1

China, not Pakistan, is now India's Enemy No 1

Rediff.com15 Jan 2021

Until last month more than two-thirds of the Indian Army was deployed against Pakistan. Of 14 army corps, just four-and-a-half faced China, while more than twice that number was ranged against Pakistan.

Bad loans of state banks = defence + education + roads + health spends

Bad loans of state banks = defence + education + roads + health spends

Rediff.com29 Apr 2016

The crisis in Indian banking has now reached a point where the NPAs of many public-sector banks are higher than their net worth

Indo-US ties: Force for good: Modi; Among closest on Earth: Biden

Indo-US ties: Force for good: Modi; Among closest on Earth: Biden

Rediff.com24 May 2022

Biden praised India's Covid vaccination efforts.

Bench strength the secret behind India's dream run...

Bench strength the secret behind India's dream run...

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

If the Australian summer was the stuff of dreams, the showing at home against a quality England side across formats brought about hopes of a bright future.

False assertions: India condemns UK lawmakers' debate on farmers' stir

False assertions: India condemns UK lawmakers' debate on farmers' stir

Rediff.com9 Mar 2021

The Indian High Commission made its displeasure known despite the British government earlier reiterating that the three New Delhi laws on agricultural reform were a "domestic matter".

Amid political row, 3 Rafale jets land in Bengaluru for Aero India show

Amid political row, 3 Rafale jets land in Bengaluru for Aero India show

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

The Rafale fighter jet will take part in the rehearsals on Thursday for the five-day 12th edition of Asia's premier air show beginning on February 20

10 Stocks To Invest For The Long Term

10 Stocks To Invest For The Long Term

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

The third-quarter financials didn't excite market watchers. But equity investors can still make money if they invest in the right stocks.

India inducts home-made Akash missile system

India inducts home-made Akash missile system

Rediff.com10 Jul 2015

The missile system can target aircraft up to 30 km away, at altitudes up to 18,000 metres. It has the capability to neutralise aerial targets like fighter jets, cruise missiles and air-to-surface missiles.

'Russia's 19th century tactics in 21st century war'

'Russia's 19th century tactics in 21st century war'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2022

'The wise men learn lessons in war.' 'The smart men learn lessons from others, it's only the foolish who learn the wrong lesson.'

India refuses to endorse BRI, mounts veiled attack on Pak

India refuses to endorse BRI, mounts veiled attack on Pak

Rediff.com24 Apr 2018

"Terrorism is an enemy of the basic human rights: of life, peace and prosperity," Swaraj said.

India calls on SCO nations to eradicate terror safe havens

India calls on SCO nations to eradicate terror safe havens

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

In an address at the Council of Heads of Government meeting of the eight-member SCO, Vice President Venkaiah Naidu said the most important challenge faced by the region is terrorism, particularly cross-border terrorism, and that India remained concerned about threats emerging from ungoverned spaces as well.

France to invest 2 billion euros in India

France to invest 2 billion euros in India

Rediff.com11 Apr 2015

France on Friday announced an investment of 2 billion Euros in India as Prime Minister Narendra Modi invited French companies to pump in money in technology in the fastest growing economy.

Can Navy Counter China In Indian Ocean?

Can Navy Counter China In Indian Ocean?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

New Delhi's regional partners in restraining a belligerent China -- primarily the US, Japan, Australia and Singapore -- would like the Indian Navy to lock down the Indian Ocean Region, while the other partners can focus on deterring the PLA (navy) in the South China Sea, explains Ajai Shukla.

India DOES NOT have to choose between Iran and Israel

India DOES NOT have to choose between Iran and Israel

Rediff.com21 Feb 2012

The recent attack on an Israeli diplomat's car, in what is supposedly the most secure part of New Delhi, has raised questions as to whether India's West Asia policy is sustainable.

'China didn't expect India's military intervention in Doklam'

'China didn't expect India's military intervention in Doklam'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2017

'The Chinese media was beside itself with rage that how can a country with one-fifth of its economic power and maybe one-third of its military power stand up to them.'

Disengagement plan at Pangong Tso finalised: Rajnath on China row

Disengagement plan at Pangong Tso finalised: Rajnath on China row

Rediff.com11 Feb 2021

As per the agreement reached by the two sides, India and China will withdraw the forward deployment in a phased and coordinated manner, the defence minister said.

Why pick on India? Coach Shastri questions 'poor travellers' tag

Why pick on India? Coach Shastri questions 'poor travellers' tag

Rediff.com18 Nov 2018

India are yet to shed their 'poor travellers' tag but head coach Ravi Shastri feels that it's unfair to pick on one particular side

Covid-hit India needs 5000 tonnes of medical oxygen a day

Covid-hit India needs 5000 tonnes of medical oxygen a day

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

According to industry figures, the pre-Covid demand for liquid medical oxygen (LMO) before the pandemic was 700 tonnes per day across the country. Now, with the second wave, the demand has gone up more than seven times, reports Jyoti Mukul.

Modi meets Putin in Samarkand, urges him to end war in Ukraine

Modi meets Putin in Samarkand, urges him to end war in Ukraine

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday pushed Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the conflict in Ukraine, saying 'today's era is not of war' even as he called for finding ways to address the global food and energy security crisis.

Won't allow anti-India activities in Kashmir: Gen Rawat

Won't allow anti-India activities in Kashmir: Gen Rawat

Rediff.com15 Jan 2018

'The army is using its might to teach them a lesson'