Joint Military Exercise: India and Seychelles Set for 10-Day Collaboration
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During this joint endeavor, both forces will engage in comprehensive training, strategic planning, and the execution of various tactical drills. The Indian Army, highlighting the strategic importance of Seychelles' location comprising approximately 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, has prioritized enhancing defense collaboration with the nation.
Indian Navy's Commitment to Peace in the Indian Ocean: Resolute Action Against Somali Pirates
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The targeted vessel, the former Maltese-flagged merchant ship MV Ruen, had fallen into the hands of Somali pirates in December the previous year near the coast of Somalia. In a meticulously orchestrated operation spanning nearly 40 hours, the Indian Navy deployed a formidable array of assets, including the stealth-guided missile destroyer INS Kolkata, patrol vessel INS Subhadra, and long-endurance Sea Guardian drones. Additionally, elite marine commandos known as MARCOS were swiftly deployed via a C-17 aircraft.
Indian Government Takes Strong Measures Against JKLF and JK Peoples Freedom League
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah made the announcement, emphasizing that those who pose a threat to the security, sovereignty, and integrity of the nation will be held accountable under stringent legal measures. Furthermore, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs issued a separate notification, prohibiting four factions of the J-K Peoples League – namely JKPL (Mukhtar Ahmed Waza), JKPL (Bashir Ahmad Tota), JKPL (Ghulam Mohammad Khan), and the Yaqoob Sheikh-led JKPL (Aziz Sheikh).
Former Civil Servant Navneet Kumar Sehgal Assumes Chairmanship of Prasar Bharati
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According to an order from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, dated March 15, 2024, Sehgal's appointment comes with a term of three years or until he reaches the age of seventy, whichever comes first. This decision was made following the recommendation of the Selection Committee and the approval of the President.
India Criticizes Pakistan's UNGA Remarks on Ayodhya and CAA
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India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Ruchira Kamboj, expressed dismay over Pakistan's outdated perspective, stating, "One final point concerns a delegation (and its remarks) that, much like a broken record, remains sadly stagnant while the world progresses." She highlighted Pakistan's references to the Ram Temple consecration in Ayodhya and the Citizenship Amendment Act as examples of this stagnation.
Indian Military Personnel Return from Maldives: MEA Announcement
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It's worth noting that the Maldivian government, under the leadership of Mohamed Muizzu, has officially requested the withdrawal of Indian troops from Male, the capital city. However, both India and the Maldives have reached an agreement on implementing mutually beneficial solutions to ensure the continued operation of Indian aviation platforms, which provide crucial humanitarian and medical evacuation services to the Maldivian populace.
India's Urgent Appeals to Russia: MEA Addresses Safety Concerns of Indian Support Staff
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During a weekly media briefing, Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, underscored the relentless efforts being made to secure the swift return of Indian personnel stranded in Russia. Highlighting the concerning situation, Jaiswal mentioned that approximately 20 Indian individuals have sought assistance from the Indian embassy in Moscow.
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