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Tuesday, 14 November 2023

#Pakistan A Failed State,#Securing Indian Internal and External Security

 


Pakistan Army faces its worst crisis since 2014

What makes the losses glaring this year is that in 2014 the Pakistani Army had launched a massive crackdown on a network of militant groups, including Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). However, this year, there has been no such action. Moreover, Pakistani Army has faced the wrath of political protesters, who have attacked several installations after the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan and even burnt down the house of the Lahore Corps Commander.

China loaned Pakistan $21bn more than reported, study finds

Two decades of Chinese lending to Pakistan totalled about $21 billion more than previously thought, a study revealed this week, while also showing that the cash-strapped South Asian country has the biggest China-funded energy portfolio in the world.
Aid Data, a research institute at William and Mary University in the U.S., calculated Pakistan's cumulative public debt exposure to China at $67.2 billion for the period from 2000 to 2021. That surpasses the $46 billion recorded for the same period in the World Bank's International Debt Statistics, based on voluntary disclosures from Pakistan.

Chinese debt trap is much deeper than appreciated earlier.

 

Securing Indian Internal and External Security

India-Nepal border forces' talks begin in Delhi

The border guarding forces of India and Nepal have commenced a three-day bilateral meeting in Delhi. They are discussing strategies to combat trans-frontier crimes and ensure timely sharing of intelligence information. The Indian delegation, led by Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) director general Rashmi Shukla, is engaging with the visiting nine-member Armed Police Force (APF) team from Nepal, headed by its inspector general Raju Aryal.

J&K police announces Rs 10 lakh reward for tip-off in recent targeted attacks in Kashmir

The Jammu and Kashmir police Director General R R Swain has offered a Rs 10 lakh reward for information on recent targeted attacks. Swain, who assumed office on October 31, vowed to combat militant networks' resilience, citing their substantial investments. He called these attacks "beyond the red line" and emphasized professional investigations.

India successfully test-fires 'Pralay' missile off Odisha coast

​​Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the missile's launch at approximately 9:50 am achieved all of its mission objectives. Tracking instruments closely followed its path along the coastline.

Gujarat CM unveils crest of Indian Navy warship 'Surat'

The crest of the Indian Navy's latest guided missile destroyer, 'Surat,' was unveiled in the city of Surat. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, along with Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar and other senior officers, graced the ceremony that took place on November 6.

EU appoints military attache in mission in India

The European Union (EU) has appointed a military attaché to its mission in India, marking the first time the EU has done so. This development reflects the growing defense and strategic cooperation between India and the EU.

Army Aviation looking at phasing out Cheetah, Chetak helicopters from 2027

The Indian Army is planning to phase out its aging Cheetah and Chetak helicopters starting in 2027 and is considering light utility helicopters (LUH) as replacements. The Army currently operates approximately 190 Chetak, Cheetah, and Cheetal helicopters for reconnaissance and surveillance activities.

Can King Jigme’s Delhi visit ease Indian concerns over Bhutan-China border talks?
India’s biggest concern is Bhutan could cede land to China that is close to the Doklam area which connects northeastern India to the rest of the country
Bhutan-India ties have historically been strong, and New Delhi has wielded influence in trying to take care of Bhutan’s security interests

Def Min issues instruction to release 3rd instalment of OROP arrears by Diwali

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has directed the release of the third instalment of arrears under the 'One Rank On Pension' (OROP) scheme to defence pensioners before Diwali. The government approved the revision of pensions for armed forces personnel under the 'OROP' scheme, with retrospective effect from July 1, 2019. Read more

Tejas aircraft, ALH Dhruv to participate in Dubai airshow

India's light combat aircraft Tejas and advanced light helicopter Dhruv will participate in the biennial Dubai airshow that is scheduled to take place from November 13 to 17. The two platforms are part of the Indian Air Force's deployment at the prestigious event, officials said on Wednesday. Read more

"India a key strategic partner," says White House ahead of 2+2 Dialogue"

National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Communications John Kirby said was speaking about India's stand on the Israel crisis.

The talks were very successful.

Indian Navy will become fully Atmanirbhar by 2047: Admiral R Hari Kumar

​​​"Our nation is going through the most exciting times since Independence. We live in an egalitarian society. We have moved from being the 10th largest economy to fifth largest economy in the world in less than a decade. And we are set to be the third largest economy before the end of this decade," the Navy chief said.

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