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India.com
3 days ago
- Politics
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Assam Implements Immediate Gun License Policy For Locals In Border, Sensitive Areas
In a significant internal security move, the Assam government has approved the issuance of gun licenses to indigenous residents of sensitive and border districts, with the decision taking immediate effect. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the policy after a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday, stating that the step aims to empower local populations in areas vulnerable to infiltration and internal threats. In today's DNA, Rahul Sinha, Managing Editor of Zee News, analysed: According to the state government, only bona fide Assamese residents will be eligible for firearm licenses. The decision specifically excludes infiltrators or undocumented immigrants, with licenses being granted only to verified indigenous citizens residing in vulnerable regions — especially those near the Bangladesh border. #DNAWithRahulSinha | जनता को GUN थमाने के फैसले का विश्लेषण, असम के लोगों को GUN का लाइसेंस क्यों?#DNA #Gun #GunLicence #Assam #HimantaBiswaSarma @RahulSinhaTV — Zee News (@ZeeNews) May 28, 2025 Strategic Security Move Amid Infiltration Threats Assam shares a 267.5-km international border with Bangladesh across the districts of Karimganj, Cachar, Dhubri, and South Salmara-Mankachar. These regions have long been considered critical infiltration corridors for illegal Bangladeshi migrants, leading to recurring tensions and confrontations with local residents. To counter these challenges, the Assam government will prioritize issuing licenses in the districts of Dhubri, Nagaon, Morigaon, Goalpara, Barpeta, and parts of South Salmara, areas already grappling with demographic shifts and rising infiltration. CM Sarma said the move is part of a broader effort to ensure that local communities are not left vulnerable. 'It is essential to equip our people to defend themselves and maintain law and order in the face of infiltration and demographic imbalance,' he stated. Demographic Shifts And Rising Concerns According to census data from 1991 to 2011, seven districts in Assam — including Barpeta, Darrang, Morigaon, Nagaon, Bongaigaon, Dhubri, and Goalpara — have witnessed a decline in the Hindu population, with a decrease of 6.41% over two decades. In districts like Hailakandi and South Salmara-Mankachar, Hindus have reportedly become a minority. Multiple reports suggest that illegal immigrants may comprise over 6% of Assam's total population. Chief Minister Sarma has often questioned how the Muslim population in Assam surged from 20% to 45%, attributing the imbalance largely to cross-border infiltration from Bangladesh. Border Sensitivities And National Security The government's move also holds strategic implications for India's national security, especially in areas close to the Siliguri Corridor, or the 'Chicken's Neck' — a narrow strip of land that connects the northeast with the rest of India. Security experts have warned that both China and Bangladesh closely monitor the demographic and security conditions in these regions. By allowing indigenous people to arm themselves through legal means, the Assam government is not just responding to demographic threats but also preparing communities to play a role in safeguarding internal security during peace time. The state's swift implementation of the gun license policy is being viewed as a bold and controversial step that aligns with CM Sarma's hardline stance on border security and illegal immigration.
India.com
5 days ago
- Business
- India.com
India Flips The Game In Defence, Set To Export Advanced Weapons Systems To Israel
In a significant development, India is set to export advanced weapon systems to Israel, a country long regarded as a global defense technology leader and one of India's top arms suppliers. This marks a new chapter in India's emergence as a defense exporter under the 'Make in India' initiative. According to sources, an Indian defense firm has secured a major order to supply rocket launcher systems to Israel. While full details of the deal have not yet been disclosed, the launcher is believed to have a range of up to 300 kilometers. This capability would place it among the longest-range rocket launch systems in the world. The estimated value of the deal is around ₹1,400 crore. In today's DNA, Rahul Sinha, Managing Editor of Zee News, analysed India's export of weapons to Israel: Watch Full DNA Episode Here: #DNAWithRahulSinha | 'आर्म्स सप्लायर' इजरायल..भारत से लेगा हथियार, अब भारत हथियार बेचेगा..इजरायल खरीदेगा! Make In India की कामयाबी.. इजरायल से भारतीय कंपनी को ऑर्डर मिला, एडवांस्ड रॉकेट लॉन्चर खरीदेगा इजरायल, रॉकेट सिस्टम की रेंज 300 किमी होगी, तकरीबन 1400 करोड़ रु. है डील की… — Zee News (@ZeeNews) May 26, 2025 India's indigenous defense manufacturing has accelerated rapidly. Systems developed under the Make in India program are not only being exported but also customized for the Indian armed forces. A particular focus has been placed on the development of drones. The Indian Army is set to receive air-launched drones capable of being deployed from helicopters and carrying up to 50 kg of explosives. Additionally, the Indian Air Force is working on Air-Launched Swarm Drones — a system in which multiple drones are launched simultaneously, making them difficult to intercept. Some Indian firms are also developing suicide drones capable of reaching altitudes of 8,000 feet and attacking as soon as they detect enemy targets. India's defense exports have seen exponential growth over the past decade. In 2013–14, India earned Rs. 686 crore from arms exports. By 2023–24, this figure had surged to Rs. 23,622 crore — a 34-fold increase. Domestic defense production has also grown significantly, from Rs. 46,429 crore in 2014–15 to Rs. 1.27 lakh crore in 2023–24, marking a 174 percent rise. Many of the weapons used during Operation Sindoor were developed under the Make in India initiative. Their battlefield performance has earned international attention, including from Russia. India and Russia are currently discussing the co-development of an advanced version of the BrahMos missile. Russia has offered full technological support for the project, which will be entirely built in India. The DRDO is already testing a new version of the missile with a range of up to 800 kilometers. If an agreement is finalized, the range could potentially exceed 1,000 kilometers. While India advances in defense through the Make in India program, the global economic spotlight is now on artificial intelligence. A new IMF report suggests that AI will significantly boost the economies of the United States and China. According to the report, the US economy could grow by 5.6 percent over the next decade due to AI, while China's economy may expand by 3.5 percent. AI has become a focal point in U.S.-China competition, particularly since Donald Trump's presidency. There are growing concerns in the U.S. about China's AI dominance, especially with platforms like DeepSeek AI, as American tech leaders push to reduce reliance on Chinese AI advancements.
India.com
23-05-2025
- Business
- India.com
Trump's Tariff Threat to Apple Signals Strategic Blow to India's Rise As Global Manufacturing Hub
United States President Donald Trump has once again turned his attention towards India, this time targeting Apple's decision to manufacture iPhones in the country. In a recent outburst on social media, Trump issued a stern warning to Apple CEO Tim Cook, demanding the company shift its production from India to the United States. Trump claimed he had earlier advised Cook that iPhones sold in the US should be manufactured domestically rather than in India or any other country. In a post on the social media platform Truth Social, Trump wrote, "If that is not the case, a Tariff of at least 25% must be paid by Apple to the U.S." The tech giant currently operates three iPhone production units in the country and recently announced a fresh investment of Rs. 13,000 crore to further scale its manufacturing operations. In today's DNA, Rahul Sinha, Managing Editor of Zee News, analysed Trump's 25 percent tariff threat to Apple: Watch Full DNA Episode Here: #DNAWithRahulSinha | भारत के नाम से आजकल ट्रंप जलते क्यों हैं ? ट्रंप की 'भारत विरोधी मानसिकता' का विश्लेषण#DNA #DonaldTrump #America #India #Apple #Technology | @RahulSinhaTV — Zee News (@ZeeNews) May 23, 2025 Trump's comments could be seen by many as a direct attack on India's growing role in global electronics manufacturing. His statement has sparked speculations that he views India's Make in India initiative as a threat to the American industry. Now Apple has two choices: either comply with Trump's demand and move manufacturing to the US, where costs are higher, or continue producing in India and risk a 25 percent tariff. According to estimates, manufacturing an iPhone in the US would triple its cost, potentially raising the price of a Rs. 1 lakh phone to Rs. 3 lakh. In contrast, Indian-made iPhones sold in the US with the proposed tariff would cost around Rs. 1.25 lakh. The key factor behind Apple's India strategy is lower labor costs, which make production far more economical compared to the US.
India.com
22-05-2025
- Politics
- India.com
Bangladesh In Turmoil: Army Chief General Zaman Vs Mohammad Yunus As Political Crisis Deepens
After Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina left the country in 2024, interim leader Mohammad Yunus tightened their grip on Bangladesh's political scene. Army Chief General Waqar Uz Zaman, who reportedly ensured Hasina's safe exit, has become a prominent critic of Yunus, intensifying tensions amid rising radical influence and delayed elections. Tensions between General Zaman and Yunus have escalated since the latter ordered the release of radical and terror-linked prisoners. In March, General Zaman warned of a potential major terror attack due to the unchecked presence of extremists. A month later, he opposed the proposed Rakhine Corridor project with Myanmar. Recently, he demanded early elections to protect democracy, a direct challenge to Yunus. In today's DNA, Rahul Sinha, Managing Editor of Zee News analysed the ongoing political situation in Bangladesh and the face-off between Army Chief and Mohammad Yunus. Watch Today's Full Episode: देखिए #DNA LIVE Rahul Sinha के साथ#ZeeLive #ZeeNews #DNAWithRahulSinha #IndiaPakistanNews #DonaldTrump @RahulSinhaTV — Zee News (@ZeeNews) May 22, 2025 Despite multiple promises, elections have yet to be held. Yunus's advisors first hinted at a January 2025 date, but no official announcement followed. Instead, student leaders linked to Yunus launched a new party—NCP—which has failed to gain significant public support. According to a February 2025 opinion poll, Khaleda Zia's BNP led with 17 per cent support, Jamaat-linked parties followed at 12 per cent, Hasina's Awami League held 6 per cent, while NCP received a mere 2.1 per cent. Even in exile, Sheikh Hasina remains more popular than Yunus's proxies, and Khaleda Zia's return has further challenged Yunus's grip.
India.com
17-05-2025
- Business
- India.com
How India-Afghanistan Camaraderie Raises Concerns In Islamabad
A significant development in India and Afghanistan is moving closer in terms of cooperation, particularly in the water sector, posing a serious challenge to Pakistan. India had earlier scrapped the Indus Waters Treaty after the Pahalgam terror attack, triggering panic in Pakistan. Now, Afghanistan is preparing to build dams on the Kabul and Kunar rivers, both of which flow into Pakistan. India has pledged financial support for the Shahoot (Lalander) Dam project on the Kabul River, while Afghanistan plans to construct a dam on the Kunar River independently. In today's DNA, Zee News Managing Editor Rahul Sinha analysed how the growing friendship between India and Afghanistan has increased tensions in Islamabad. Watch Today's Full Episode: देखिए #DNA LIVE @RahulSinhaTV के साथ#ZeeLive #ZeeNews #DNAWithRahulSinha #IndiaPakistanNews #OperationSindoor — Zee News (@ZeeNews) May 17, 2025 These rivers are vital for Pakistan, particularly the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab provinces, for drinking water and agriculture. Pakistan receives nearly 17–18 billion cubic meters of water from these rivers. Blocking or regulating this flow could result in reduced drinking water supply, failed crops and heightened political tensions between Kabul and Islamabad. Unlike India, which has a water-sharing treaty with Pakistan, Afghanistan has no such agreement. Therefore, Kabul is under no obligation to seek Pakistan's approval for these projects. India's renewed support for Afghanistan's dam projects signals a strategic move to intensify pressure on Pakistan. Experts say that a coordinated 'water strike' by India and Afghanistan could leave Pakistan in a severe crisis. Adding to this, India has ceased all trade with Pakistan while simultaneously enhancing cooperation with Afghanistan.
