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by Rupesh
16 Feb 2024 22:54
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Indian Naval Aviation
Replies: 2815
Views: 848813

Re: Indian Naval Aviation

That's almost 2000 crores for each aircraft . Costlier than P8i.
by Rupesh
24 Jan 2024 22:10
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Indian Coast Guard: News & Discussion
Replies: 552
Views: 184008

Re: Indian Coast Guard: News & Discussion

TOI has reported that defence ministry has placed an order for 14 fast patrol crafts for coast guard with MDL for 1070 crores.
by Rupesh
13 Dec 2023 01:10
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Small Armaments & Infantry Equipment - News & Discussion
Replies: 1949
Views: 695890

Re: Small Armaments & Infantry Equipment - News & Discussion

Defence Ministry Clears Army's Case For 73,000 More Sig 716 Assault Rifles From US.
by Rupesh
11 Dec 2023 11:39
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: J&K Union Territory-2019
Replies: 4374
Views: 1343954

Re: J&K Union Territory-2019

CJI: Now on Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act validity ... Solicitor General submits that Statehood will be restored to Jammu and Kashmir.. We do not find it necessary to determine whether the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act 2019 was invalid. This court is alive to security concerns... We di...
by Rupesh
11 Dec 2023 11:37
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: J&K Union Territory-2019
Replies: 4374
Views: 1343954

Re: J&K Union Territory-2019

President order to scrap J&K's special status valid:CJI Chandrachud

Supreme Court directs EC to hold elections in Jammu and Kashmir by September 20,2024
by Rupesh
11 Dec 2023 11:35
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: J&K Union Territory-2019
Replies: 4374
Views: 1343954

Re: J&K Union Territory-2019

The reorganisation of Ladakh as Union Territory is upheld as Article 3 allows a portion of State to be made as UT. Restoration of statehood for Jammu and Kashmir to happen soon: CJI We have held that CO 272 to the extent of modifying Article 367 is ultra vires Article 370. Some clauses cannot be use...
by Rupesh
11 Dec 2023 11:31
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: J&K Union Territory-2019
Replies: 4374
Views: 1343954

Re: J&K Union Territory-2019

CJI said that the holding power under Article 370(3) ceases to exist after the dissolution of the J&K Constituent Assembly will lead to the freezing of the process of integration. He also said that the court cannot sit on the decision made by the President of India on whether special circumstanc...
by Rupesh
11 Dec 2023 11:21
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: J&K Union Territory-2019
Replies: 4374
Views: 1343954

Re: J&K Union Territory-2019

We have held that Article 370 is a temporary provision, says CJI. Article 370 was an interim arrangement due to war conditions in the State. Textual reading also indicates that it is a temporary provision. Marginal note says it is temporary and transitory, says CJI Recommendation of the Constituent ...
by Rupesh
27 Nov 2023 05:49
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: 26/11/2008: Never Forget. Never Forgive
Replies: 757
Views: 312639

Re: 26/11/2008: Never Forget. Never Forgive

https://twitter.com/theskindoctor13/status/1728705287274856903?t=MYPIzMatXKPoANOjp41Rzg&s=19 . Manmohan Singh diplomatically isolated Pakistan after 26/11. The isolation : 1. Not a single country imposed sanctions on Pak. 2. Leave sanctions, not a single country even criticized Pak directly. Som...
by Rupesh
04 Nov 2023 11:58
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Terroristan - March 31, 2022
Replies: 4307
Views: 1184717

Re: Terroristan - March 31, 2022

. In a statement today, the Inter-Services Public Relations said: “On Nov 4, 2023, in the early hours of the day, Mianwali Training Air Base of Pakistan Air Force came under a failed terrorist attack which, Alhumdollilah, due to the swift and effective response by the troops, has been foiled and th...
by Rupesh
02 Nov 2023 05:18
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Hamas attack.on Israel. Oct 2023
Replies: 1225
Views: 1578287

Re: Hamas attack.on Israel. Oct 2023

The Battle of Civilization Important point in bold imo. Iran has formed an axis of terror by arming, training and financing Hamas in Gaza, Hezbollah in Lebanon, the Houthis in Yemen and other terror proxies throughout the Middle East and beyond. In fighting Hamas and the Iranian axis of terror, Isr...
by Rupesh
28 Oct 2023 03:44
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Why We Need Pokhran-3
Replies: 113
Views: 25562

Re: Why We Need Pokhran-3

We developed our own FBW and built own cryogenic engine ( The technology was denied long before Pokhran 2, engines were provided per contract). Testing nukes were more important.
by Rupesh
27 Oct 2023 04:55
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Why We Need Pokhran-3
Replies: 113
Views: 25562

Re: Why We Need Pokhran-3

Completely agree Sudeepj. We have to start preparing to develop MT devices. Our only reliable weapon now is the fission device. It will still take a while and by the time a MT device is ready for testing we will be a 8-10 trillion economy. At that time sanctions on India will not be an option.
by Rupesh
20 Oct 2023 22:33
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Why We Need Pokhran-3
Replies: 113
Views: 25562

Re: Why We Need Pokhran-3

With US testing, it won't be long before Russia and China also test. This should be sufficient reason for us to test,. Our thermonuclear device needs more tests.
by Rupesh
13 Oct 2023 01:57
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Road to the 2024 Elections in India-1
Replies: 3327
Views: 773076

Re: Road to the 2024 Elections in India-1

Tanaji wrote: 13 Oct 2023 01:17 Why is Prashant Kishore so quiet and completely absent from news these days? Something must be cooking..
Possibly waiting for Assembly elections to get over so he can make his pitch for LS. Results will indicate which side the wind is blowing.
by Rupesh
01 Oct 2023 11:00
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Artillery Corps: News & Discussion
Replies: 3200
Views: 1667154

Re: Artillery Corps: News & Discussion

M777 uses titanium and it is being made in Lucknow, weighs 4 T. If we have the capability for titanium then perhaps ATAGS can use/try titanium and lower the weight penalty. Don't know the challenges because titanium is difficult to manufacture. ATAGS is targeted for the plains not mountains. M777 c...
by Rupesh
21 Sep 2023 12:09
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: India - Canada - News and Discussion. (2018)
Replies: 1858
Views: 406607

Re: India - Canada - News and Discussion. (2018)

Visa services temporarily suspended for Canadians.
. TIMES OF INDIA: NEW DELHI: Amid an ongoing diplomatic row over the kilLing of Khalistani-linked terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, India has reportedly suspended its visa services to Canada till further notice.
by Rupesh
19 Sep 2023 21:57
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: India - Canada - News and Discussion. (2018)
Replies: 1858
Views: 406607

Re: India - Canada - News and Discussion. (2018)

VishnuS wrote: 19 Sep 2023 08:58

Right now, India Canada trade is over $28B with $20B in our favour!
From where did you get these numbers. ET quotes India's exports to Canada at 4 billion with imports also about 4 billion. We don't have any trade surplus.
by Rupesh
11 Sep 2023 10:09
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Road to the 2024 Elections in India-1
Replies: 3327
Views: 773076

Re: Road to the 2024 Elections in India-1

Last time BJP won 27 of the 28. Alliance with JDS should result in a clean sweep this time. People already regret voting in Congress. Other than minorities, I don't see any other community backing Congress. I am not sure about the ground situation in Mysore region.
by Rupesh
11 Sep 2023 09:20
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Road to the 2024 Elections in India-1
Replies: 3327
Views: 773076

Re: Road to the 2024 Elections in India-1

Chetakji. What's your opinion on alliance with the humble farmer?. Can NDA win all 28 in Karnataka.
by Rupesh
02 Sep 2023 00:52
Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
Topic: Chandrayaan 3: Launch and Discussions
Replies: 1352
Views: 541973

Re: Chandrayaan 3: Launch and Discussions

Why is Venus so bright?. It's almost as bright as the Sun.
by Rupesh
23 Aug 2023 22:01
Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
Topic: Chandrayaan 3: Launch and Discussions
Replies: 1352
Views: 541973

Re: Chandrayaan 3: Launch and Discussions

Congrats to ISRO and Indians. Job well done.

Chandrayan 1 discovered water on moon, chandrayan 3 will provide a lot more data.
by Rupesh
15 Aug 2023 03:29
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Happy Independence Day - 15 August 2023!
Replies: 18
Views: 19136

Re: Happy Independence Day - 15 August 2023!

Happy Independence Day.

Don't forget to hoist Tiranga. This year you can buy our national flag from Post office.
by Rupesh
06 Aug 2023 04:17
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Tejas Mk2 Medium Weight Fighter: News & Discussion - 23 February 2019
Replies: 2685
Views: 1019001

Re: Tejas Mk2 Medium Weight Fighter: News & Discussion - 23 February 2019

So the earliest we can expect MCA is 2030. Add the expected delays in AON, CCS clearance etc. I doubt if the series production can begin before 2033. It's better to order 100 more MK1a and focus on AMCA.
by Rupesh
01 Aug 2023 00:38
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Internal Security Watch
Replies: 6203
Views: 1638924

Re: Internal Security Watch

Haryana Violence News Live Updates: Two home guards killed, dozen cops injured in communal clashes in Nuh; govt seeks more forces https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/gurgaon/haryana-violence-nuh-clashes-live-updates/liveblog/102283197.cms Download the TOI app now: https://timesofindia.onelink.m...
by Rupesh
06 May 2023 06:58
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Terroristan - March 31, 2022
Replies: 4307
Views: 1184717

Re: Terroristan - March 31, 2022

Actually their awam has stopped respecting the Millitary. A surgical strike will only make Pak army look impotent.
by Rupesh
06 May 2023 06:47
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Internal Security Watch
Replies: 6203
Views: 1638924

Re: Internal Security Watch

Honey-trapped Pune DRDO scientist arrested for sharing defence information with a Pakistani woman. https://twitter.com/OpIndia_com/status/1654637097142353920?t=TYvHdgJGx9Gym61JFmFPFg&s=19 . V K Kaushik, a Delhi- based DRDO spokesman refused to speak on the development. The offender was referred ...
by Rupesh
05 Apr 2023 01:39
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Internal Security Watch
Replies: 6203
Views: 1638924

Re: Internal Security Watch

Two-year-old among three dead as man sets co-passengers ablaze in moving train in Kerala Kozhikode train fire: Police extends search to Noida. One person had entered a reserved coach of the Alleppey-Kannur 'Executive' Express after the train left Elathur RS which is between Kozhikode and Vadakara. ...
by Rupesh
24 Mar 2023 02:15
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Indian Navy News & Discussion - 12 April 2021
Replies: 1648
Views: 685619

Re: Indian Navy News & Discussion - 12 April 2021

MeshaVishwas wrote:Apologies if posted already. The Nau Sena bhavan under construction:
I can see only three buildings. :mrgreen: :rotfl: Where are the other six.
by Rupesh
07 Mar 2023 00:45
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Endgame of NaPakistan: How and what afterwards
Replies: 831
Views: 226424

Re: Endgame of NaPakistan: How and what afterwards

Is loose wheat not sold in bakistan?. All news refer to wheat flour. In India you always have the option to buy wheat and take it to nearby flour mill to get it grinded.
by Rupesh
22 Feb 2023 00:21
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: BSF, CRPF and other Paramilitary Forces Discussion
Replies: 929
Views: 309556

Re: BSF, CRPF and other Paramilitary Forces Discussion

INSAS. There are plans to replace it with AK203s.
by Rupesh
01 Feb 2023 04:45
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Terroristan - March 31, 2022
Replies: 4307
Views: 1184717

Re: Terroristan - March 31, 2022

CalvinH wrote:
RCase wrote: Sasu is ensuring that if Rakit Mard strays, her daughter has an AK47 to phyrr in his musharraf
For the safety of the brother and sister.
Probably manufactured in Darra Adam Khel. pakis can't afford the real one.
by Rupesh
28 Jan 2023 02:49
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Russian-Ukrainian War: Combat Tactics & Strategy
Replies: 3952
Views: 1525029

Re: Russian-Ukrainian War: Combat Tactics & Strategy

Thanks Dean's. Very useful information.
by Rupesh
27 Jan 2023 13:21
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Pakistani Economic Stress Watch
Replies: 7928
Views: 2118967

Re: Pakistani Economic Stress Watch

Dilbu wrote:
Manish_P wrote:^ Humbly requesting Shri Dilbu ji to take up the daily score keeping.

Inshallah the bois will reach triple century soon
Which score do you want to track sir? Official, unoffical, semi official, black or grey? :D
Saar Official should score triple century.
by Rupesh
05 Jan 2023 23:17
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Intelligence & National Security Discussion - July 2018
Replies: 413
Views: 205389

Re: Intelligence & National Security Discussion - July 2018

Chetak Saar, But he did keep Pokharan2 a secret from the khans. other than that he was a durbari.
by Rupesh
30 Dec 2022 02:50
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Nepal and Bhutan News and discussion
Replies: 1745
Views: 377249

Re: Nepal and Bhutan News and discussion

The commies are back in power in Nepal.
by Rupesh
27 Sep 2022 05:02
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Indian Missiles News & Discussions - 30 June 2022
Replies: 1108
Views: 596191

Re: Indian Missiles News & Discussions - 30 June 2022

Another Hit job at Brahmos by comparing its cost with Tomahawk; see last line in article REVEALED: How Much New BrahMos Missiles Cost apples and oranges !! . its not journalism ., but just a narrative . Well they can take it and shove it somewhere else For comparison, we paid 170 million for 24 har...