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DAC nod for 114 Rafales: Experts, political leaders call Rs 3.60 lakh cr b
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The move, cleared under the 'Acceptance of Necessity' (AoN) route, triggered strong reactions from defence experts and political leaders, who termed it a "game-changer" and "force multiplier" for India's military preparedness, self-reliance and long-term deterrence posture.
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Air India initiates full & final settlement process in AI-171 plane crash
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The airline has already provided initial interim payments of ₹25 lakh to the families of the deceased. Additionally, the process for ex-gratia payments of ₹1 crore per deceased family, funded through the AI-171 Memorial and Welfare Trust established by the Tata Group, is currently underwa
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Indian Air Force instructors to train UK Royal Air Force pilots
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Under the latest agreement, the Indian Air Force will deploy three Qualified Flight Instructors (QFI) to the Royal Air Force (RAF) Valley in the UK, the training base for British fast-jet pilots. This marks the first time Indian QFIs will provide fast-jet training to British pilots at RAF Va
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AAIB clarifies investigation into AI-171 accident ongoing; media reports s
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The Ministry of Civil Aviation has stated that the investigation is ongoing and no final conclusions have been reached.
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Customs duty cut on aircraft parts announced in Budget 2026 to reduce cost
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Boeing welcomed the government's decision to remove the 7.5%-15% basic customs duty on components and parts used in the manufacture of civilian aircraft, calling it a transformative step for the sector. This move is expected to reduce manufacturing costs by 5-7% and support local players
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Ministry of Defence inks Rs 2,312 crore contract with HAL for eight Dornie
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The Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Transport Aircraft Division, Kanpur, for the acquisition of eight Dornier 228 Aircraft along with Operational Role Equipment for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) at a cost of Rs 2,312 crore under the Buy (
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DAC clears Rs 3.60 lakh crore worth of capital acquisition proposals to en
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The Defence Acquisition Council, under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, accorded Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) to various service proposals at an estimated value of about Rs 3.60 lakh crore on Thursday.
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History made on Moran Highway: IAF's emergency runway trial landing succes
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The state of Assam is going to witness a historic event, the inauguration of an Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) on the Moran bypass in Dibrugarh district on February 14.
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"Came here to discuss political things": DK Shivakumar on AICC meeting ami
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After the AICC meeting, Shivakumar told reporters, "I don't think I need to disclose whom I met inside 10 Janpath. We are not ready to talk about politics in the streets. We have met our high command and discussed what has to be discussed. Once I came here, we met and spoke about many thi
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Major deals with US, France, Russia likely to be discussed by Defence Acqu
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The meeting, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, is also likely to clear a major indigenous project to buy around one lakh Vibhav point attack anti-tank mines developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation.
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Building a jungle within a glass: Algaetreetm by Mushroom World Umbrella o
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New Delhi [India], February 11: As the climate crisis intensifies, carbon reduction is no longer a distant policy goal, it has become an immediate urban necessity. Cities today are responsible for the majority of global emissions, while also housing populations most vulnerable to air polluti
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Delhi's air quality remains 'poor', AQI at 209
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The air quality in the national capital remained in the 'poor' category on Thursday morning, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 209 around 7 am, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
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