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Adani Defence, DRDO to develop India's next-gen airborne surveillance platform for IAF

IANS | July 22, 2026 9:39 PM

New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) In a bid to develop India's next-generation airborne surveillance programme for the Indian Air Force (IAF), Adani Defence and Aerospace and the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) have signed a landmark agreement for AEW&C-MKII, India's next-generation Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) programme.

From Rahul’s attack to BJP’s counter: NEET protest triggers fresh political showdown (Lead)

IANS | July 22, 2026 9:14 PM

New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) While Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday sharpened his attack on the Centre over what he described as a “rigged” education system and demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET paper leak controversy, the BJP launched a strong counterattack, accusing the Congress leader of using students as a political tool.

Rule of law under great challenge in South China Sea: Philippines envoy

IANS | July 22, 2026 8:50 PM

New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) Philippines Ambassador to India, Josel F Ignacio, said on Wednesday that the rule of law is under "great challenge" in the South China Sea. In an interview with IANS, Ignacio said that the Philippines continues to face challenges illegally in the waters where they have legitimate maritime entitlements. He also expressed the Philippines readiness to resolve the dispute based on the rule of law.

Philippines envoy hails PM Modi's leadership, highlights growing bilateral ties

IANS | July 22, 2026 8:40 PM

New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) Ambassador of the Philippines to India, Josel F Ignacio on Wednesday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, saying that India is far different from what it was several decades ago and now heading to becoming a 'Viksit Bharat'.

Citizen welfare must remain at heart of all reforms: PM Modi

IANS | July 22, 2026 8:26 PM

New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday told the top officials of the Central government at a high‑level meeting that the welfare of citizens must remain at the heart of all reforms.

UP CM Yogi accuses Cong, SP of 'provoking' students, prioritising politics over nation

IANS | July 22, 2026 8:13 PM

Gorakhpur, July 22 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday accused the Congress and the Samajwadi Party (SP) of "provoking" students and "indulging in politics at the cost of the nation", following the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)-led 'Sansad Chalo' march and the Congress' sit-in near Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence in Delhi.

‘Want India to turn into B’desh’: Pramod Krishnam slams Oppn over black dress protest

IANS | July 22, 2026 7:50 PM

New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) Former Congress leader Acharya Pramod Krishnam came down heavily on the Opposition over their ‘black attire’ demonstration inside the premises of the Parliament complex on Wednesday and called it a brazen gimmick to mislead the nation and further their wicked agenda.

India, UAE agree to deepen cooperation in consular matters

IANS | July 22, 2026 6:29 PM

New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) India and UAE held the 7th Joint Committee on Consular Affairs meeting in New Delhi on Wednesday, where both sides agreed to deepen cooperation in all consular matters, including mobility, extradition and mutual legal assistance.

Sonam Wangchuk says he will end fast if govt assures no action against protesters

IANS | July 22, 2026 5:42 PM

New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has set conditions for the government to end his fast.

Over 77 lakh annual FASTag passes issued, register 63 crore transactions on National Highways

IANS | July 22, 2026 5:40 PM

New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) More than 77 lakh annual FASTag passes have been issued till June, registering 63 crore transactions on National Highway Fee Plazas, the Parliament was informed on Wednesday.

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Adani Defence, DRDO to develop India's next-gen airborne surveillance platform for IAF

From Rahul’s attack to BJP’s counter: NEET protest triggers fresh political showdown (Lead)

Rule of law under great challenge in South China Sea: Philippines envoy

Philippines envoy hails PM Modi's leadership, highlights growing bilateral ties

Citizen welfare must remain at heart of all reforms: PM Modi

UP CM Yogi accuses Cong, SP of 'provoking' students, prioritising politics over nation

‘Want India to turn into B’desh’: Pramod Krishnam slams Oppn over black dress protest

India, UAE agree to deepen cooperation in consular matters

Sonam Wangchuk says he will end fast if govt assures no action against protesters

Over 77 lakh annual FASTag passes issued, register 63 crore transactions on National Highways

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