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Time of India
28-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
'When Will We Take PoK Back': Cong MP Gaurav Gogoi Responds To Rajnath Singh On Pahalgam, Op Sindoor
A stormy faceoff between Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi shook the Lok Sabha during the debate on Operation Sindoor. Gogoi asked what every Indian is wondering: Why did India pause its military strikes when Pakistan was begging for a ceasefire? Was this victory or surrender? He grilled the government for failing to explain how terrorists crossed into Pahalgam and killed 26 civilians. Rajnath started the debate by saying India paused the operation only after achieving its strategic goals, and warned that any future provocation would trigger a fresh offensive. He invoked Krishna and the Sudarshan Chakra, declaring that India has changed the rules of engagement. But Gogoi kept pressing: How many jets were lost? Why no push for PoK?#rajnathsingh #gauravgogoi #operationsindoor #pahalgamattack #modivscongress #ceasefiredebate #loksabhaclashes #pok #surgicalstrike #rahulgandhi #modidoctrine #parliamentfaceoff #nationalsecurity #indianpolitics #trendingindia #toi #toibharat #bharat #trending #breakingnews #indianews Read More
The Hindu
10-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Defence Ministry identifies domestic firm for S-400 maintenance
The Ministry of Defence has identified an Indian firm to establish a maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) facility for S-400 air defence system in the country. India presently has three S-400 missile system. Officially named 'Sudarshan Chakra', the S-400 had played a crucial role in taking down Pakistani drones and missiles fired towards more than 15 Indian cities, in retaliation for Operation Sindoor launched by India in May. A senior official in the Defence Ministry has confirmed that the plan to establish an MRO facility was in the pipeline for some time but after Operation Sindoor, it was fast-tracked and an Indian firm has been identified for the job. The selection was done after several phases of security clearance and capability testing. Rules of engagement (RoE) have been drafted. Russia's lmaz-Antey, the manufacturer of the S-400 system, will collaborate with an Indian firm to establish the facility in India. A formal announcement will made soon. 'It is a huge step for the armed forces as the role of S-400 was appreciated in Operation Sindoor and it was a long-pending demand to establish a maintenance facility for S-400 firing units in India. It will ensure operational readiness and reduce the dependence on foreign support,' the official added. Also Read | India to get remaining S-400 missile systems by 2026, says Russia 'Landmark move' Another official who was aware of the development said that it is a landmark achievement under India-Russia military technical cooperation. 'Now India will be self-reliant in maintaining advance air defence systems and it aligns with the 'Make In India' initiative of the government. It will help to overcome the challenges posed by international sanctions and supply chain disruption,' the official said. India launched Operation Sindoor in the first week of May targeting terror camps in Pakistan, in response to the attack on tourists in Pahalgam on April 22. On the intervening night of May 7-8, Pakistan attempted to engage more than 15 military targets using drones and missiles in northern and western part of the country. The Integrated Counter UAS Grid and Air Defence systems intercepted and neutralised the ballistic missiles and drones aimed at military installations. Three delivered On June 26 on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' meeting in China, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a comprehensive bilateral meeting with Russian Defence Minister Andrey Belousov, over cooperation in defence and aviation sector between the two countries. India had earlier placed an order with Russia for five S-400 missile systems, and three have been delivered. During the SCO meeting, Russia confirmed that of the remaining two S-400s, one will be delivered in 2026 and the last in 2027. In Indian service, the S-400 was officially named 'Sudarshan Chakra' after the mythological weapon of Lord Vishnu. It has capability of engaging targets at ranges of up to 400 km.
Time of India
18-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Cabinet approves mural art work on ISBT walls at Badrinath
Dehradun: The Uttarakhand cabinet on Wednesday approved mural artwork on the walls of the ISBT at Badrinath dham as part of the ongoing master plan for the area's overall development. Director general of information Bansidhar Tiwari said, "Large-scale work is being carried out at Badrinath dham. As part of the master plan, the state cabinet has also approved mural artwork on the boundary walls of the dham." Earlier, the state govt had announced a Rs 424 crore plan aimed at upgrading infrastructure and facilities in the pilgrimage town. At its June 4 meeting, the cabinet approved four new projects for Badrinath. These include permission for Sudarshan Chakra and Sheshnetra Lotus-themed murals at key locations such as the Arrival Plaza and Lakefront. Additionally, the cabinet gave the green light for the construction and installation of a Tree and River Sculpture at Badrinarayan Chowk. The cabinet also approved the merger of the Animal Husbandry Department's scheme, which offers up to 90% subsidy for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries, with the Ganga Gai Yojana for dairy development. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch xu hướng AUD/USD? IC Markets Đăng ký Undo With this merger, the scheme's benefits will now extend to people from the general category as well. The cabinet also approved the creation of one non-cadre post of deputy registrar (Audit) in the cooperative department. This level-11 position has been sanctioned for a five-year period. Dehradun: The Uttarakhand cabinet on Wednesday approved mural artwork on the walls of the ISBT at Badrinath dham as part of the ongoing master plan for the area's overall development. Director general of information Bansidhar Tiwari said, "Large-scale work is being carried out at Badrinath dham. As part of the master plan, the state cabinet has also approved mural artwork on the boundary walls of the dham." Earlier, the state govt had announced a Rs 424 crore plan aimed at upgrading infrastructure and facilities in the pilgrimage town. At its June 4 meeting, the cabinet approved four new projects for Badrinath. These include permission for Sudarshan Chakra and Sheshnetra Lotus-themed murals at key locations such as the Arrival Plaza and Lakefront. Additionally, the cabinet gave the green light for the construction and installation of a Tree and River Sculpture at Badrinarayan Chowk. The cabinet also approved the merger of the Animal Husbandry Department's scheme, which offers up to 90% subsidy for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries, with the Ganga Gai Yojana for dairy development. With this merger, the scheme's benefits will now extend to people from the general category as well. The cabinet also approved the creation of one non-cadre post of deputy registrar (Audit) in the cooperative department. This level-11 position has been sanctioned for a five-year period.
India.com
15-06-2025
- Business
- India.com
If Pakistan attacks again, India can now defend with..., India's S-400 air defence system is now...
S-400 Called Sudarshan Chakra S-400 air defence system upgrade: After the Pahalgam terror attack, which killed twenty-two people in India and was linked to Pakistan, India responded with Operation Sindoor, killing more than a hundred terrorists across nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan Occupied Kashmir. India also destroyed several of Pakistan's airbases including the famous Nur Khan airbase during the recent tensions between the two countries, highlighting the inefficiency of the Pakistani Chinese-supplied HQ-9 air defence systems. However, Pakistan tried to attack India again but failed to do any harm due to India's S-400 air defense system. In the recent update, India is now reportedly upgrading the famous Russian supplied S-400 air defense system. India plans to upgrade S-400 air defence system As told earlier, India's S-400 air defense system protected India against the missile attack by Pakistan in which it reportedly used Chinese CM-400AKG missile but in order to upgrade it, the Indian Air Force is now planning to deploy indigenous quick-reaction systems like VL-SRSAM and QRSAM, developed by DRDO, to enhance close-range protection. These systems, with ranges of up to 80 km and 30 km respectively, feature advanced radar and integration capabilities India to get remaining S-400 missile systems by 2026 In a significant development for India, Russia has announced that it is committed to delivering the remaining units of the S-400 air defence system to India by 2025-2026. The country's Deputy Chief of Mission in India, Roman Babushkin, recently said that the system performed 'very efficiently' during the recent India-Pakistan tensions. Babushkin also hinted at expanding bilateral cooperation with India in air defence and anti-drone systems, as per a report by PTI. Babushkin confirmed that the contract for the remaining two S-400 units is on track, with deliveries expected to be completed by 2025-26, in line with publicly announced timelines. India signed a USD 5.43 billion deal with Russia in 2018 for five squadrons of the S-400 Triumf missile system, a state-of-the-art air defence platform capable of engaging multiple aerial threats at long ranges. Three squadrons have already been delivered. On the potential expansion of defence collaboration, Babushkin expressed openness to further dialogue. (With inputs from agencies)
Time of India
05-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Cabinet nod to 4 Badri projects; tax rebate for CNG, EV vehicles
The Uttarakhand cabinet on Wednesday approved 12 proposals, including four related to development projects in Badrinath and a tax exemption for CNG and electric vehicles. Secretary Shailesh Bagauli said permission was granted for creating Sudarshan Chakra and Sheshnetra Lotus wall artworks at prominent Badrinath locations, including Arrival Plaza and Lakefront. Another decision pertains to the construction and installation of the 'Tree and River Sculpture' at Badrinarayan Chowk. In a major green push, the cabinet has amended the tax structure for certain categories of eco-friendly vehicles. Under a notification dated Jan 2, 2019, issued under the Uttarakhand Motor Vehicle Taxation Reform Act, 2003, one-time tax rates were specified for vehicles powered by electric batteries, solar energy, or CNG. The cabinet has decided to extend this exemption to plug-in hybrid electric vehicles and strong hybrid electric vehicles. "The purpose of this decision is to encourage vehicle owners to purchase and use these categories of vehicles and to reduce pollution," said Bagauli. To streamline recruitment processes for Group-C positions outside the purview of the Uttarakhand Public Service Commission, the state had earlier established the Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission, creating a framework of 64 temporary positions-of which 62 were created, with the remaining two treated as a dying cadre. Given the rising number of requisitions from departments, the cabinet has now approved a restructuring of the commission's framework by creating 15 new positions-one regular and 14 outsourced-on top of the existing 62. In another decision, the director of the Forensic Science Laboratory will now be designated as the Uttarakhand Forensic Science Laboratory Department head. The cabinet also cleared a proposal to restructure the Uttarakhand Human Rights Commission , which was established in 2011 with 47 positions. To address operational requirements, 12 new positions will be created. In line with central govt directives, the cabinet approved a proposal to make employees covered under the National Pension Scheme (NPS) eligible for gratuity within the state. Also, changes were made to benefit the dependents of deceased environmental workers under the 1974 rules. Under the Clean Mobility Transition Policy, 2024, the transport department had planned to deposit funds for various incentives in an escrow account titled the Uttarakhand Clean Mobility Transition Fund. However, banks raised concerns regarding the opening of such accounts. Hence, the state will now use an SNA account to implement the policy.
