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Defence Ministers from Zimbabwe, Yemen, Ethiopia, Gambia, and Gabon Convene with Rajnath at Aero India 2025

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1 year ago

February 12, 2025

During Aero India 2025, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh engaged in bilateral discussions with several defence ministers from across the globe in Bengaluru, including Zimbabwe’s Oppah Muchinguri Kashiri, Yemen’s Lt Gen Mohsen Mohammed Hussein Al Daeri, Ethiopia’s Aisha Mohammed, Gambia’s Sering Modou Njie, and Gabon’s Brigitte Onkanowa.

In his meeting with Zimbabwe’s Defence Minister, the two leaders reviewed the progress of their bilateral defence cooperation, agreeing to focus on training, military courses, and capacity building for Zimbabwe’s Armed Forces. They also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance defence collaboration, expressing confidence that this would strengthen their ties further. They stressed the importance of sustained interactions between their Defence Ministries to ensure the effective implementation of the MoU and discussed potential joint efforts in military medicine.

In discussions with Ethiopia’s Defence Minister, both expressed satisfaction with the evolving defence relations and agreed to formalise these links through an MoU. This agreement will support cooperation in military training, peacekeeping, and the overall capacity enhancement of Ethiopia’s Armed Forces. Additionally, they explored opportunities for collaboration within the defence industry, particularly regarding the involvement of India’s private sector in defence production.

During his talks with Yemen’s Defence Minister, the focus was on broadening military training and capacity-building efforts. Both parties underscored the importance of deepening their defence cooperation and looked forward to strengthening bilateral partnerships in these domains.

In his meeting with Gambia’s Defence Minister, the leaders reiterated their commitment to enhancing defence collaboration, with specific emphasis on capacity building, capability enhancement, and the exchange of best practices for mutual benefit. They acknowledged the significant potential for cooperation within the defence sector.

Lastly, in discussions with Gabon’s Defence Minister, Singh and Brigitte Onkanowa addressed various aspects of bilateral defence cooperation, including training initiatives and capability enhancement for the Armed Forces. Both sides expressed interest in investigating potential joint ventures within the defence industry.

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Jammu University Introduces Fuel-Saving Measures

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23 hours ago

May 14, 2026

Namma Kudla

National : The University of Jammu has announced several fuel-saving measures following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation. Vice-Chancellor Prof Umesh Rai said the university has decided to conduct all PhD viva voce examinations online to reduce travel and save fuel.

The university will also prefer virtual speakers for national and international conferences. In another step, the Academic Council meeting planned in Poonch has been shifted to the Jammu University campus to avoid unnecessary travel.

Prof Rai said the measures will help save fuel, time and resources. He also encouraged university staff to use bicycles and carpool while travelling to the campus.

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One Year On: Pahalgam Attack Still Haunts the Nation

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3 weeks ago

April 21, 2026

Namma Kudla

National: One year after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, the nation remembers the 26 people who lost their lives. The attack took place on April 22 at Baisaran, a popular tourist spot.

At first, reports said only five people were injured. Later, it became clear that it was one of the worst terror attacks in the region in decades. Terrorists came out of the forest and opened fire on tourists.

Survivors said the attackers separated men from women and children. They then shot the men at close range. Many victims were reportedly targeted after being asked about their religion.

A heartbreaking image of Himanshi Narwal sitting beside her husband’s body became a symbol of the tragedy. Her husband, a naval officer, was among those killed.

The group The Resistance front, linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility. The case was investigated by the National Investigation Agency.

After months of tracking, security forces launched Operation Mahadev. On July 28, 2025, all three terrorists were killed after a long search operation.

The attack remains a painful memory and a reminder of the need for strong security.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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1 month ago

April 9, 2026

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New Delhi: Rao Inderjeet Yadav has been arrested in Dubai. He is wanted in a murder case from Haryana.

He fled India in 2024 after a businessman was killed in Rohtak. Police had been searching for him since then. Officials said Dubai authorities have asked for documents. He is likely to be brought back to India soon.

Yadav faces more than 15 criminal cases. These include extortion, fraud, and illegal land deals. The Enforcement Directorate also investigated him for money laundering. Raids led to the seizure of cash, cars, and documents.

He also ran a music company called Gems Tunes. It produced regional songs.

Yadav had a large social media following. He often showed his rich lifestyle online. He has denied all charges. He claims he is being framed.

Police are now preparing for further action.