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India.com
06-07-2025
- Politics
- India.com
Shame and theft: 'Leaving a multi-million dollar jet in India can lead to...'; former senior British Navy officer reacts on stranded F-35B fighter jet
An image of British F-35B fighter jet used for Representational purpose Britain's fifth generation F-35B fighter jet update: On a shocking turn of events, Britain's fifth generation F-35B fighter jet has been stuck in Kerala for the last 22 days and after so many speculations about the abandoned jet, British engineers have reached Kerala to repair the aircraft. However, reports also say that Britain is considering airlifting this fighter jet in case the fighter jet is not repaired. Here are all the details you need to know about how the Britain's fifth generation F-35B fighter jet is creating trouble and shame for UK. On a surprising note, British experts are now writing in local newspapers that they are feeling embarrassed about the condition of their stealth fighter jet stuck in India. More surprisingly, instead of taking responsibility of the aircraft, they are talking about technology theft. 'It would not be wrong to say that the F-35B stranded in Kerala has affected Britain's strategic and political image more than the technical damage it caused', former senior British Navy officer Tom Sharp was quoted as saying by a report by The Telegraph. 'Stealth jets like F-35B are not like ordinary jets, they are a complete flying system, whose repair is possible only with special expertise, equipment and strategic permission', Tom added. As per the Telegraph report, Tom has said that leaving the stealth jet on Indian soil could become a political and strategic embarrassment—and implicitly risk exposure of sensitive systems A UK F-35B Lightning II fighter jet that made an emergency landing at the Thiruvananthapuram International Airport nearly three weeks ago, is now set to be moved for repairs, as a UK engineering team has arrived arrived in India to undertake the complex task. According to a IANS news agency report, more than a dozen technicians are a part of this crucial repair-work mission. What did British High Commission say on aircraft? Confirming this development, a British High Commission spokesperson said, 'A UK engineering team has deployed to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport to assess and repair the UK F-35B aircraft, which landed following an emergency diversion'. (With inputs from agencies)
Associated Press
08-05-2025
- General
- Associated Press
AKC REUNITE ENCOURAGES OWNERS TO HAVE A PLAN ON NATIONAL ANIMAL DISASTER PREPAREDNESS DAY
RALEIGH, N.C., May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AKC Reunite, the largest non-profit pet identification and recovery service provider in the United States, recognizes today, May 8th as National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day and we encourage all dog owners to make sure they are ready for the unexpected when it comes to their pets. As natural disasters increase in frequency and intensity, it's more important than ever to have a disaster preparedness plan in place—for every member of your family, including your pets. Emergencies can happen without warning, and having a clear, pet-inclusive plan ensures your animals stay safe whether you need to evacuate or shelter-in-place. 'When disaster strikes, chaos follows—and in those critical moments, having a plan can be the difference between safety and heartbreak,' said Tom Sharp, CEO of AKC Reunite. 'National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day is a powerful reminder that our pets rely on us to be ready. At AKC Reunite, we urge every pet owner to build a plan, because in times of crisis, preparation isn't just peace of mind—it's protection.' AKC Reunite encourages all pet owners to review their emergency kits, keep up-to-date ID and microchip information on hand, and work with local emergency management officials to stay informed and ready. We encourage you to use this day to: Key tips from AKC Reunite for you and your pets: Find additional resources and a downloadable Pet Emergency Guide at Learn more about pet disaster preparedness at AKC Reunite The way home for lost pets. AKC Reunite, an affiliate of the American Kennel Club®, is the largest non-profit pet microchip identification and recovery service provider in the United States. Since 1995 AKC Reunite has helped pet owners reunite with their lost animals via identification and 24/7 pet recovery specialists, enrolling over 10 million companion animals and recovering more than 650,000 lost pets. AKC Reunite microchips are a popular choice of pet professionals throughout the country for permanent pet identification. AKC Reunite has donated more than $10 million since 2002 for pet-related causes including disaster preparedness and relief like the AKC Pet Disaster Relief trailer donation program. AKC Reunite also has the Adopt a K-9 Cop matching grant program to help police departments acquire new K-9 officers. For more information visit or follow us on Facebook ( ). View original content: SOURCE AKC Reunite
Associated Press
24-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
AKC REUNITE CELEBRATES THIRTY YEARS AS THE WAY HOME FOR LOST PETS
NEW YORK, Feb. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AKC Reunite, the largest non-profit pet identification and recovery service provider in the United States, is thrilled to celebrate thirty years as the gold standard in the industry, protecting millions of pets including dogs, cats, ferrets, horses, and birds. AKC Reunite was founded in 1995 as an affiliate of The American Kennel Club, Inc. with a simple mission – to encourage the microchipping of pets and help lost pets get back home. 'We at AKC Reunite are committed to being the way home for lost pets. In addition to our around-the-clock in-house call center where you can always speak to an AKC Reunite team member, we also have an operating reserve to ensure the pets enrolled with us are protected for years to come,' said Tom Sharp, President and CEO of AKC Reunite. 'Pets enrolled with AKC Reunite are protected for life!' At the time of this momentous milestone, AKC Reunite encourages all pet owners to take action and do a quick pet microchip safety check. This can be done by looking up a pet's microchip ID number with the American Animal Hospital Association. If the microchip is not linked to a lost pet recovery service, the pet is not traceable back to their owner. Action should be taken immediately to enroll the pet's microchip with a reputable recovery service, like AKC Reunite. Proceeds go toward their 501c3 not-for-profit mission supporting the animals that enrich our lives through Scanner Donations to animal shelters, Pet Disaster Relief and Preparedness, which helps local emergency management teams provide emergency pet sheltering in preparation for or in response to a disaster and our K9 Cop Matching Grant Program, which awards grants to police departments nationally to help purchase K9 police dogs. AKC Reunite The way home for lost pets. AKC Reunite, an affiliate of the American Kennel Club®, is the largest non-profit pet microchip identification and recovery service provider in the United States. Since 1995 AKC Reunite has helped pet owners reunite with their lost animals via identification and 24/7 pet recovery specialists, enrolling over 10 million companion animals and recovering more than 650,000 lost pets. AKC Reunite microchips are a popular choice of pet professionals throughout the country for permanent pet identification. AKC Reunite has donated more than $10 million since 2002 for pet-related causes including disaster preparedness and relief like the AKC Pet Disaster Relief trailer donation program. AKC Reunite also has the Adopt a K-9 Cop matching grant program to help police departments acquire new K-9 officers. For more information visit or follow us on Facebook (
