India is pushing back against 'agenda-driven' country rankings released by think tanks. Often global indices are based on opinions of handful of experts. Should global institutions like World Bank and World Economic Forum exercise more scrutiny? Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas: India's pushback on 'agenda-driven' global ranking indices

Will India buy F-16 fighter jets from the U.S? Is that what the NATO Plus signaling is all about? Will the F-16 announcement be made during PM Modi's state visit to the U.S? Molly Gambhir tells us.

Gravitas: Will India buy F-16 jets from U.S? | What is the real story behind NATO Plus?

Violence in Manipur has completed almost a month. The state government is doing its best to restore law and order. Indian Union Home Minister Amit Shah is in Manipur to review the situation & developments in the state. Amit Shah is currently meeting a women's delegation at Raj Bhawan in Manipur's capital Imphal.

Violence in Manipur: India's Home Minister Amit Shah in Manipur, meets women delegation in Imphal

<p>Indian Air Force’s (IAF) Apache helicopter made an emergency landing in Bhind, Madhya Pradesh on Monday, May 29. Due to a technical fault in the helicopter, the pilot of the Apache made an emergency landing as a precautionary measure.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Pilot averted a major crisis</strong></h2>

<p>A statement given by officials post the incident praised the presence of mind of the pilot to make the necessary call and avert a major accident. The officials said that "due to the presence of mind of the pilot, a major accident was averted". They further added that the helicopter will be flown out shortly.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Crew and aircraft are safe!</strong></h2>

<p>A tweet by the Indian Air Force’s twitter account read that “an Apache AH-64 helicopter of the IAF carried out a precautionary landing near Bhind, during routine operational training. All crew and the aircraft are safe. The rectification party has reached the site”.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Several users have shown their love and support to the pilot of the air craft and the IAF via their twitter replies.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Accidents and crashes!</strong></h2>

<p>As per a research conducted by aviation expert Anchit Gupta last year, at least 152 IAF pilots and 534 aircrafts were lost to accidents and crashes in the past 30 years.&nbsp;<br />
As per Gupta’s research, the number of accidents that resulted in loss of aircraft were between 20 and 30 for the majority of the 1990s, 10 and 20 through the 2000s and between single and double figures until 2022.</p>

<h2><strong>Apache AH-64</strong></h2>

<p>The AH-64 Apache is the world's most advanced multi-role combat helicopter. It holds the reputation of the world’s most advanced and proven attack helicopter. The AH-64 Apache is an American twin-turboshaft attack helicopter with a tailwheel-type landing gear arrangement and a tandem cockpit for a crew of two.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>It features a nose-mounted sensor suite for target acquisition and night vision systems. It has a network-centric, fully integrated weapon system specifically built to dominate in a highly contested and complex battle space.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian Air Force has a fleet of 22 AH-64E Apache attack helicopters, and in 2020, Boeing signed an agreement for the acquisition of six more Apache helicopters for the Indian Army.</p>

<p>Other than India, several other countries have also acquired AH-64 Apache from the US. Egypt, Greece, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Korea, Kuwait, the Netherlands, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom all have Apache AH-64.&nbsp;</p>

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Indian Air Force’s (IAF) Apache helicopter made an emergency landing in Bhind, Madhya Pradesh on Monday, May 29. Due to a technical fault in the helicopter, the pilot of the Apache made an emergency landing as a precautionary measure.

Indian Air Force’s (IAF) Apache helicopter made an emergency landing in Bhind, Madhya Pradesh on Monday, May 29. Due to a technical fault in the helicopter, the pilot of the Apache made an emergency landing as a precautionary measure. Pilot averted a major crisis A statement given by officials post the incident praised the presence of mind of the pilot to make the necessary call and avert a major accident. The officials said that "due to the presence of mind of the pilot, a major accident was averted". They further added that the helicopter will be flown out shortly. Crew and aircraft are safe! A tweet by the Indian Air Force’s twitter account read that “an Apache AH-64 helicopter of the IAF carried out a precautionary landing near Bhind, during routine operational training. All crew and the aircraft are safe. The rectification party has reached the site”. ALSO READ | Why has Indian Air Force grounded its entire fleet of MiG-21 fighter jets? Several users have shown their love and support to the pilot of the air craft and the IAF via their twitter replies. Accidents and crashes! As per a research conducted by aviation expert Anchit Gupta last year, at least 152 IAF pilots and 534 aircrafts were lost to accidents and crashes in the past 30 years. As per Gupta’s research, the number of accidents that resulted in loss of aircraft were between 20 and 30 for the majority of the 1990s, 10 and 20 through the 2000s and between single and double figures until 2022. Apache AH-64 The AH-64 Apache is the world's most advanced multi-role combat helicopter. It holds the reputation of the world’s most advanced and proven attack helicopter. The AH-64 Apache is an American twin-turboshaft attack helicopter with a tailwheel-type landing gear arrangement and a tandem cockpit for a crew of two. WATCH | How India's LCA Mk2 can be a game changer for the Indian Air Force × It features a nose-mounted sensor suite for target acquisition and night vision systems. It has a network-centric, fully integrated weapon system specifically built to dominate in a highly contested and complex battle space. The Indian Air Force has a fleet of 22 AH-64E Apache attack helicopters, and in 2020, Boeing signed an agreement for the acquisition of six more Apache helicopters for the Indian Army. Other than India, several other countries have also acquired AH-64 Apache from the US. Egypt, Greece, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Korea, Kuwait, the Netherlands, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom all have Apache AH-64. (with inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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As China's geopolitical assertiveness and questionable trade practices raise concerns, multinational corporations are seeking alternatives. According to a recent survey by research firm IMA India. One country that stands out as the top destination for these corporations is India.

CEOs opt for India as top alternative to china

In a world, where economies are struggling to grow, one nation stands out. India, the fastest-growing key economy, is poised to achieve unparalleled success this year, propelled by a remarkable phenomenon —the "famous snowball effect". As per world economic forum (WEF) president Borge Brende, India's economy is witnessing a transformative journey that promises more investments, more jobs, and exponential growth in the years to come.

World Economic Forum president bullish on India

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Monday successfully placed NVS-1, the first of the second-generation satellite series, into geosynchronous transfer orbit.

ISRO successfully launches next-generation navigation satellite NVS-01

ISRO successfully launches next-generation navigation satellite NVS-1

A recent report by PWC India has unveiled some staggering projections that showcase the remarkable transformation taking place in India's payment landscape. According to the report, the unified payments interface, or UPI, is on a trajectory to achieve an astonishing milestone of 1 billion transactions per day by 2026-27.

India's cashless carnival, as UPI, takes over 90% of digital retail payments

<p>Nepal on Sunday decided to allow India's Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN) Limited to develop a second hydropower project in the country. At present SJVN is developing a 900-MW Arun -III hydroelectric project, a run-of-river located on the Arun River in Eastern Nepal, scheduled to be completed in 2024.</p>

<p>A meeting of the Investment Board Nepal (IBN) chaired by Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda approved the draft project development agreement (PDA) to be signed with India's state-owned SJVN to develop the 669-megawatt (MW) Lower Arun Hydropower project in eastern Nepal, an official statement said.</p>

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<p>The development comes days before Prime Minister Prachanda's visit to India starting Wednesday. The draft needs to be endorsed by the Council of Ministers before it gets implemented.</p>

<p>The previous meeting of the IBN had approved Rs 92.68 billion investment for the development of the project.</p>

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<p>The development of this 669-MW transformative project will prove to be a milestone for the socio-economic development of the country, according to the statement by the IBN.</p>

<p>The SJVN has formed a local company, Lower Arun Power Development Company, in Nepal.</p>

<p>The Lower Arun project located in the Sankhuwasabha and Bhojpur districts will not have any reservoir or dam and will be a tailrace development of Arun-III, which will mean water re-enters the river for the Lower Arun project.</p>

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<p>This is the third project undertaken, all through negotiation windows, on the Arun River after the 900 MW Arun-III and 695 MW Arun-IV hydroelectricity projects.</p>

<p>The three projects will generate nearly 2,300 MW of electricity from the river in Sankhuwasabha district, The Kathmandu Post newspaper reported.</p>

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Nepal on Sunday decided to allow India's Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN) Limited to develop a second hydropower project in the country. At present SJVN is developing a 900-MW Arun -III hydroelectric project, a run-of-river located on the Arun River in Eastern Nepal, scheduled to be completed in 2024.

Nepal on Sunday decided to allow India's Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN) Limited to develop a second hydropower project in the country. At present SJVN is developing a 900-MW Arun -III hydroelectric project, a run-of-river located on the Arun River in Eastern Nepal, scheduled to be completed in 2024. A meeting of the Investment Board Nepal (IBN) chaired by Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda approved the draft project development agreement (PDA) to be signed with India's state-owned SJVN to develop the 669-megawatt (MW) Lower Arun Hydropower project in eastern Nepal, an official statement said. Also Read | Russia launches ‘massive drone attack’ on eve of Kyiv founding day, one dead The development comes days before Prime Minister Prachanda's visit to India starting Wednesday. The draft needs to be endorsed by the Council of Ministers before it gets implemented. The previous meeting of the IBN had approved Rs 92.68 billion investment for the development of the project. Also Read | Belarus President Lukashenko rushed to hospital after meeting with Putin: Report The development of this 669-MW transformative project will prove to be a milestone for the socio-economic development of the country, according to the statement by the IBN. The SJVN has formed a local company, Lower Arun Power Development Company, in Nepal. The Lower Arun project located in the Sankhuwasabha and Bhojpur districts will not have any reservoir or dam and will be a tailrace development of Arun-III, which will mean water re-enters the river for the Lower Arun project. Watch | Turkey Elections 2023: Erdogan back for another five years × This is the third project undertaken, all through negotiation windows, on the Arun River after the 900 MW Arun-III and 695 MW Arun-IV hydroelectricity projects. The three projects will generate nearly 2,300 MW of electricity from the river in Sankhuwasabha district, The Kathmandu Post newspaper reported. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

India secures approval for second hydropower project in Nepal, strengthening bilateral energy cooperation

India's national security agencies, in collaboration with the tri-services, are presently engaged in a weeklong cyber defense exercise to assess the durability of India's essential civilian and military infrastructure, as stated by knowledgeable officials. With the threat of cyberattacks from China and other adversaries intensifying daily, the exercise is aimed at testing the resilience of India's critical infrastructure.

India conducts national cyber defence exercise amid escalating threats

The 16-year-old girl was caught on CCTV being pinned to a wall and stabbed multiple times by a a 20-year-old man in Delhi's Shahbad area. The accused, identified as Sahil, was arrested from Bulandshahr in Uttar Pradesh hours after committing the gruesome crime.

Delhi: 16-year-old girl's murder caught on camera, accused arrested

<p>You must've heard the song 'Young, Dumb &amp; Broke'. Let us introduce you to its remix version ' Old, Criminal &amp; Rich'. A recent report has revealed that a staggering 75 per cent of the ministers in the newly appointed cabinet in India's southern state of Karnataka have unresolved criminal cases pending against them and that a whopping 97 per cent of them are as rich as Richie Rich. The news comes after the&nbsp;Indian National Congress won the election in a landslide earlier this month.</p>

<p>In its analysis of the self-sworn affidavits of 32 of the 34 ministers including the chief minister, the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) found that 24 of the ministers have pending criminal cases against them out of which 22 per cent, or seven, have serious criminal cases.</p>

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<p>The charges these ministers face, among various others, include offences such as participating in riots, wielding dangerous weapons, engaging in criminal intimidation, tampering with or destroying documents or electronic records to obstruct their use as evidence, and endangering the lives or safety of others.</p>

<h2><strong>Millionaires all around</strong></h2>

<p>A thorough examination of the minister's self-declared assets and liabilities revealed that an overwhelming majority (97 per cent) of them are millionaires. The average assets of the 32 ministers analysed are 1.19 billion rupees or USD 14.4 million.</p>

<p>The deputy chief minister of Karnataka, DK Shivakumar, holds the highest declared assets, valued at INR 14.13 billion or around USD 171 million.</p>

<p>In comparison, on the other end of the spectrum, with the lowest declared assets is Timmapur Ramappa Balappa from the Mudhol (SC) constituency who by his own declaration possesses assets amounting to INR 5.8 million or around USD 70,880.</p>

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<h2><strong>Educational qualifications&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The report also went through the millionaire ministers' educational qualifications. Six ministers, or about 19 per cent of the newly appointed cabinet, don't even have an undergraduate degree and have stated their educational qualification as being between 8th and 12th grade.</p>

<p>24 ministers, or 75 per cent, said they possess a graduate degree or higher. Additionally, two ministers declared that they are diploma holders.</p>

<h2><strong>An inclusive cabinet?</strong></h2>

<p>Interestingly, the new cabinet consists of only one woman, Laxmi R. Hebbalkar from the Belgaum constituency. She has declared assets worth over INR 130 million or USD 1.57 million and liabilities exceeding INR 50 million or USD 70,000, according to the ADR report.</p>

<p>Unsurprisingly, if we talk of age distribution, almost half (44 per cent) or 14 ministers of the Karnataka cabinet are aged between 61 and 80. The remaining 18 ministers, or 56 per cent, fall between the ages of 41 and 60.</p>

<p>In India, where about 65 per cent of the population is young, aged 35 or less, the mean age of Lok Sabha MPs for the last 20 years as per India Today's Data Intelligence Unit (DIU) has remained above 50.</p>

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You must've heard the song 'Young, Dumb & Broke'. Let us introduce you to its remix version ' Old, Criminal & Rich'. A recent report has revealed that a staggering 75 per cent of the ministers in the newly appointed cabinet in India's southern state of Karnataka have unresolved criminal cases pending against them and that a whopping 97 per cent of them are as rich as Richie Rich.

You must've heard the song 'Young, Dumb & Broke'. Let us introduce you to its remix version ' Old, Criminal & Rich'. A recent report has revealed that a staggering 75 per cent of the ministers in the newly appointed cabinet in India's southern state of Karnataka have unresolved criminal cases pending against them and that a whopping 97 per cent of them are as rich as Richie Rich. The news comes after the Indian National Congress won the election in a landslide earlier this month. In its analysis of the self-sworn affidavits of 32 of the 34 ministers including the chief minister, the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) found that 24 of the ministers have pending criminal cases against them out of which 22 per cent, or seven, have serious criminal cases. Also read | Siddaramaiah to be next CM of Karnataka, DK Shivakumar his deputy: Report The charges these ministers face, among various others, include offences such as participating in riots, wielding dangerous weapons, engaging in criminal intimidation, tampering with or destroying documents or electronic records to obstruct their use as evidence, and endangering the lives or safety of others. Millionaires all around A thorough examination of the minister's self-declared assets and liabilities revealed that an overwhelming majority (97 per cent) of them are millionaires. The average assets of the 32 ministers analysed are 1.19 billion rupees or USD 14.4 million. The deputy chief minister of Karnataka, DK Shivakumar, holds the highest declared assets, valued at INR 14.13 billion or around USD 171 million. In comparison, on the other end of the spectrum, with the lowest declared assets is Timmapur Ramappa Balappa from the Mudhol (SC) constituency who by his own declaration possesses assets amounting to INR 5.8 million or around USD 70,880. Also read | India’s Congress party unseats BJP from power in Karnataka state, gets clear majority Educational qualifications The report also went through the millionaire ministers' educational qualifications. Six ministers, or about 19 per cent of the newly appointed cabinet, don't even have an undergraduate degree and have stated their educational qualification as being between 8th and 12th grade. 24 ministers, or 75 per cent, said they possess a graduate degree or higher. Additionally, two ministers declared that they are diploma holders. An inclusive cabinet? Interestingly, the new cabinet consists of only one woman, Laxmi R. Hebbalkar from the Belgaum constituency. She has declared assets worth over INR 130 million or USD 1.57 million and liabilities exceeding INR 50 million or USD 70,000, according to the ADR report. Unsurprisingly, if we talk of age distribution, almost half (44 per cent) or 14 ministers of the Karnataka cabinet are aged between 61 and 80. The remaining 18 ministers, or 56 per cent, fall between the ages of 41 and 60. In India, where about 65 per cent of the population is young, aged 35 or less, the mean age of Lok Sabha MPs for the last 20 years as per India Today's Data Intelligence Unit (DIU) has remained above 50. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Old, criminal, rich: Cabinet in India's Karnataka full of millionaire lawbreakers, reveals report

India, China and other countries congratulate Erdogan on his historic win

The Indian Space Research Organisation conducted the fifth launch of 2023 as it lifted off a 2232-kilogram satellite, part of its NavIC series, into space. The NVS-1 launched onboard GSLV F12 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota.

Indian space agency successfully launches next-gen satellite

<p>As China's geopolitical assertiveness and questionable trade practices raise concerns, multinational corporations are seeking alternatives. According to a recent survey by research firm IMA India, one country stands out as the top destination for these corporations: India.</p>

<p>The survey, conducted among 100 CEOs representing foreign B2B-focused firms, revealed that a staggering 88 percent&nbsp;of the CEOs see India as their primary alternative to China. With India's growing on-ground presence, particularly in the IT and ITES sectors, companies are diversifying away from China and exploring new opportunities in the Indian market.</p>

<p>Over the past three years, nearly 70 percent&nbsp;of the surveyed firms have made substantial changes to their business strategies and operations in China. While some have scaled back their market engagement or reduced investments, a majority have decreased their sourcing from China. These changes reflect a shift in supply chain dynamics and a growing interest in derisking strategies.</p>

<p>The survey also highlighted India's increasing significance on the global stage. From fiscal year 2018 to 2023, India's estimated global share in workforce has risen from 22.4 percent&nbsp;to 24.9 percent&nbsp;in mean percentage terms, demonstrating incremental growth. Similarly, India's revenue share has increased from 14.8 percent&nbsp;to 15.8 percent, further solidifying its presence as a key player in the global economy.</p>

<p>Manufacturing companies, in particular, have shown a strong inclination towards India, Vietnam, and Thailand as alternative options to China. This trend underscores the growing recognition of the need to de-risk supply chains and explore new manufacturing hubs. However, it is important to note that the survey also revealed challenges related to infrastructure, regulation, and skill development that businesses face when considering India as an alternative.</p>


As China's geopolitical assertiveness and questionable trade practices raise concerns, multinational corporations are seeking alternatives. According to a recent survey by research firm IMA India, one country stands out as the top destination for these corporations: India.

As China's geopolitical assertiveness and questionable trade practices raise concerns, multinational corporations are seeking alternatives. According to a recent survey by research firm IMA India, one country stands out as the top destination for these corporations: India. The survey, conducted among 100 CEOs representing foreign B2B-focused firms, revealed that a staggering 88 percent of the CEOs see India as their primary alternative to China. With India's growing on-ground presence, particularly in the IT and ITES sectors, companies are diversifying away from China and exploring new opportunities in the Indian market. Over the past three years, nearly 70 percent of the surveyed firms have made substantial changes to their business strategies and operations in China. While some have scaled back their market engagement or reduced investments, a majority have decreased their sourcing from China. These changes reflect a shift in supply chain dynamics and a growing interest in derisking strategies. The survey also highlighted India's increasing significance on the global stage. From fiscal year 2018 to 2023, India's estimated global share in workforce has risen from 22.4 percent to 24.9 percent in mean percentage terms, demonstrating incremental growth. Similarly, India's revenue share has increased from 14.8 percent to 15.8 percent, further solidifying its presence as a key player in the global economy. Manufacturing companies, in particular, have shown a strong inclination towards India, Vietnam, and Thailand as alternative options to China. This trend underscores the growing recognition of the need to de-risk supply chains and explore new manufacturing hubs. However, it is important to note that the survey also revealed challenges related to infrastructure, regulation, and skill development that businesses face when considering India as an alternative.

India's global appeal: CEOs opt for India as top alternative to China

The United States and China find themselves locked in a high-stakes battle over the effective ban on purchases of micron technology memory chips. This move by China has triggered a swift and firm response from the united states, vowing not to tolerate what they call "Economic coercion. The roots of this conflict can be traced back to China's cyberspace regulator, which claimed that Micron had failed a network security review.

US Opposes China’s decision to ban Micron

It's a big day for Indian democracy as india inaugurated its new Parliament building today & replaced the old Parliament which is more than 90-years-old. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated the much coveted building. The new building is to keep up with India's modern requirements of a growing population as it offers space to 888 members of the Lok Sabha and 384 members of Rajya Sabha. The much talked about Sengol was placed next to the speaker's chair.

India's new Parliament can accommodate more members, Rajya Sabha membership can go up to 384

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated its new Parliament on Sunday, traditional Indian ceremonies - Hawan and Pooja - are being conducted to ensure successful and smooth functioning. The rituals are still going on there. Watch the video for more details.

India's new Parliament: World's largest democracy gets a new house | Details

The Narendra Modi government has taken steps to ensure that no attempts are made to change the status quo in the border areas unilaterally, Minister S. Jaishankar reiterated, adding that both countries, India and China, must find an equilibrium in their relations but it cannot be on the terms of the other party. He acknowledged that India faces a very complicated challenge from China.

S.Jaishankar: Relations cannot be on terms of other party

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated its new Parliament on Sunday, traditional Indian ceremonies - Hawan and Pooja - are being conducted to ensure successful and smooth functioning. The rituals are still going on there.

India's new Parliament: PM Modi inaugurates the new building | Key features of the new Parliament

The head of the Army's Eastern Command, visited Manipur on Sunday to assess the security situation in the state. Security has also been stepped up in the area following the violence that broke out on May 3rd, and the general met with the governor of the state to discuss recent violent clashes in the area.

India: Chief of Army staff visits North East state of Manipur

Top Indian wrestlers were fighting with the police just a few kilometres away at the time that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was delivering his inaugural speech, and tensions on the streets of New Delhi have since subsided. Indian wrestlers like vinesh fogart, sakshi Malik, and bajrang punya attempted to march from their site of protest towards the new Parliament building.

India: Delhi police acts as wrestlers breach security cordon

India's new Parliament building would be inaugurated on Sunday, the ceremony will begin with Hindu rituals followed by the inauguration of the Lok Sabha or the House of People. Watch the video to know more.

India's new Parliament: PM Modi to inaugurate new Parliament on Sunday | Details

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