India’s air force faces critical shortfall vs China-Pakistan dual threat
The Indian Air Force now operates just 31 squadrons – far below the sanctioned strength of 42 and the lowest count since war with Pakistan nearly six decades ago.
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Upcoming India state polls may decide BJP’s future after surprise win in Haryana
The election regulator announced this week that polls will be held in the eastern state of Jharkhand on November 13 and in the western state of Maharashtra on November 20. The results of the elections are likely to set the tone for the state elections in Delhi and Bihar next year.
India boosts naval power with growing nuclear submarine fleet but is it closing gap with China?
India’s fleet expansion of nuclear-powered submarines will significantly boost its security interests in the Indian Ocean as it jostles for influence with China, but a yawning technological gap still exists between New Delhi and Beijing, observers say.
Hyundai IPO a test of investor confidence in India’s ambition to be manufacturing powerhouse
Hyundai Motors India’s US$3.3 billion IPO, the country’s largest ever public share offering, opened on Tuesday in a test of global investor confidence in the country’s ambition to become a manufacturing powerhouse as it positions itself as a key alternative to China.
Air India faces growth challenges as Ratan Tata’s death highlights legacy issues
Air India’s ambitious expansion plans are expected to be on track even as the death of Tata Group’s family patriarch Ratan Tata, the driving force behind the conglomerate’s bet on aviation, has turned attention to the flag carrier’s legacy issues and growth challenges, analysts say.
India’s BJP defies predictions with Haryana win, boosting prospects ahead of key polls
Electoral surveys had unanimously predicted a resounding defeat for the BJP in Haryana, with India’s main opposition Congress Party expected to trounce the ruling party in the northern state. Against all forecasts, the BJP secured a third consecutive term by winning 48 seats – its biggest win ever in the state – compared to the Congress party’s 37 seats, based on official results released on Tuesday.
India’s ‘strategic patience’ with Maldives appears to pay off – are they allies again?
“India has consistently acted as the first responder for the Maldives,” Modi said.
India puts pressure on Pakistan over water treaty – can it lead to better ties?
The Indus Waters Treaty between the two countries was signed in 1960 and facilitated by the World Bank. India controls the Beas, Ravi and Sutlej rivers, while Pakistan oversees the Indus, Chenab and Jhelum rivers under the treaty.