CDS pushes for reliance on domestic defence industry
Thursday, 7 December 2023 India focuses on manned-unmanned teaming in the aviation domain and the development of advanced technological capabilities in the domestic defence industries. The vulnerability of global supply chains has highlighted the need for Indian solutions. The defence-industrial sector has the potential to achieve economic goals. The global military avionics market offers an opportunity for growth. Philippines, Nigeria, Egypt, and Argentina are interested in procuring the indigenously-developed Tejas jets. Argentina insists on no British-origin parts due to a dispute with the UK. The CDS stressed the need for domestic defence industries to develop advanced technological capabilities to address traditional and future challenges.
A series of horrifying attacks by suspected female suicide bombers have devastated Nigeria's northeastern Borno state, killing at least 18 people and injuring 30 more. The coordinated bombings targeted a wedding, funeral, and hospital in the town of Gwoza. This video delves into the tragic details and explores the ongoing Islamist insurgency that continues to terrorize the region. Who is behind these attacks? How is the community coping with this unspeakable tragedy? Watch now to uncover the full story.
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Egypt and Jordan have strongly criticized Israel for its recent strike targeting Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif in Gaza. Jordan's Foreign Ministry accuses Israel of hitting displaced persons' tents, while Israel claims it targeted a fenced-off Hamas compound. The international community is urged to provide urgent protection for Palestinians amid escalating humanitarian crises. Egypt demands an immediate halt to Israeli attacks on civilians, emphasizing the need for calm in the region.
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Dozens of bodies have been found in Gaza City, Palestinian rescue workers have said, after Israeli forces reportedly pulled out of parts of two districts.. Sky News
"Companies are signing over 20 new deals or Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) with Egyptian partners, which are worth over 40 billion euros," the European Commission president said.
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5 , Surprising Facts About Selfies.
Everyone loves a good selfie, so in
celebration of National Selfie Day, , here are five facts about everyone's favorite pastime.
1, According to Selfiecity, a research project conducted
by OFFC, women take more selfies than men.
2. , ‘Time’ found that Makati City, Philippines,
is the selfie capital of the world.
3. , Selfies may seem like a modern trend, but actually date back to 1524 when artist Parmigianino painted his own reflection in "Self-portrait in a Convex Mirror.".
4. , ‘Selfie’ was the word of the year in 2013 after its
usage increased by 17,000 percent in that
year alone.
5. , The average age of selfie-takers is 23.6, though preteens are rapidly gaining on millennials
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The Armed Forces of the Philippines have released new footage showing Chinese coast guard sailors brandishing knives, an axe, and other weapons in a recent clash with Philippine naval vessels near the strategic Ayungin Shoal in the South China Sea. The confrontation occurred as Philippine forces attempted a critical resupply mission to marines stationed on the derelict warship BRP Sierra Madre.
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Chinese personnel repeatedly rammed and boarded two Philippine navy boats to prevent them from delivering supplies to an outpost on Second Thomas Shoal, claimed by both nations.
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A significant maritime incident occurred on Monday, intensifying tensions between China and the Philippines. A collision between a Chinese Coast Guard vessel and a Philippine navy boat has led to conflicting narratives from the two nations, highlighting the ongoing territorial disputes in the region. The collision took place as the Philippine naval vessel attempted a resupply run to the BRP Sierra Madre, an antiquated tank landing vessel grounded intentionally on the Second Thomas Shoal since 1999. This vessel, originally constructed for the US Navy during World War II, now serves as a critical outpost for the Philippine military.
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During his visit to Manila, the Ukrainian president said that Russia is using Chinese diplomats to dissuade countries from attending the upcoming peace summit in Switzerland.
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Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes were hanging out again at the Copa América soccer final -- a year after their second breakup. The pair were seen sitting side by.. TMZ.com