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India plans to spend $130 bln on military modernisation: Rajnath Singh
Speaking at the 'Aero India' show here, the Minister said: "We have taken many steps to strengthen our security apparatus recently. Domestic manufacturing of bigger and complex defence platforms has now become the focus of our policy under the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan. We plan to spend 130 billion dollars on military modernisation."
Ladakh Standoff: US backs India, slams China for 'intimidating' neighbours
The Biden administration also asserted that the US will stand with its allies to advance its shared values in the strategically-vital Indo-Pacific region. Beijing claims sovereignty over all of the South China Sea. But Vietnam, Malaysia, the Philippines, Brunei and Taiwan have counterclaims. In the EastChina Sea, China has territorial disputes with Japan.
Tech tycoon Vembu thanks NSA Ajit Doval for appointing him in NSAB
Vembu took to Twitter to announce the development and said, "I want to thank Shri Ajit Dovalji for appointing me to to the National Security Advisory Board (NSAB). I returned to India to serve the cause of technology-led rural development and this advisory role affords me another opportunity to be of service to the nation."
UP farmer throws away 10 quintals cauliflowers after Re 1/kg offer
The farmer was apparently upset at the low price being offered for his produce by the licensed traders on the Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) campus in Pilibhit. The farmer, Mohammad Saleem of Jahanabad town, said he was offered Re 1 per kg for his crop by the traders, which was less than the transportation cost for bringing his produce to the APMC campus.
Breach of Peace notices withdrawn against UP farmers
The notices were issued on January 19 mostly to tractor-owning farmers in Sitapur on the "apprehension that they would violate law and order in light of farmers protest in the district". Last week, the high court had asked the state and district officials to explain "how and why poor farmers had been issued these notices".
No phone recordings in Rajya Sabha: Chairman warns
The Chairman has also warned media houses from using such recordings for broadcasting. M. Venkaiah Naidu said, "Any use of the mobile phone will invite breach of privilege and media is advised not to use the recordings." On Tuesday during sloganeering, some members recorded the incident and posted it on social media.
Aero India to boost 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' mission: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
The 13th edition of the country's premier air show - Aero India 21 is being held in the backdrop of Bengaluru-based Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) bagging a Rs 48,000 crore order for fighter jets - Tejas Mark 1A and India's engagement with Indian Ocean Region (IOR) countries.
For first time, court hears Delhi riots conspiracy case physically
Prior to this, all the accused used to be presented before the court virtually due to the coronavirus pandemic. Given the sensitivity of the case, several security personnel holding shields guarded the courtroom as the proceedings continued inside.
CBI books retired IAS officer in illegal mining case in UP
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) also carried out searches at nine locations in Kaushambi and Lucknow. A CBI official said that during searches at Singh's premises, apart from Rs 10 lakh, documents of around 44 immovable properties, fixed deposits of Rs 51 lakh, 36 bank accounts in the name of the retired officer and his family members at Lucknow, Kanpur, Ghaziabad, and New Delhi, and keys of six lockers, were seized.
President Kovind to visit Andhra Pradesh on Sunday
"President Ram Nath Kovind will reach Madanapalle on Sunday afternoon and visit The Satsang Foundation to inaugurate a Yoga hall and Bharat Yoga Vidya centre," said chief secretary Aditya Nath Das on Tuesday.
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