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India is set to procure 114 Rafale fighter jets from France in a significant government-to-government deal worth Rs 3.25 lakh crore. While 18 will be fly-away, 96 will be manufactured in India. This acquisition aims to bolster the Indian Air Force's depleted squadron strength, though indigenous programs like Tejas Mk2 and AMCA are crucial for long-term security against evolving threats.

A traffic jam on Old Airport Road, exacerbated by underpass construction, sparked public outrage after a man with his pregnant wife protested being stuck for nearly 30 minutes due to the Governor's convoy. The incident has reignited debates on VIP culture, with police launching an inquiry into the alleged 30-minute halt.

A software engineer, Rohan Chandra, is accused of fatally stabbing his parents in Bengaluru. While initial reports suggested schizophrenia, doctors at Nimhans found him fit, citing financial disputes and a disagreement over a mobile number switch as the motive. Forensic evidence confirms Rohan's blood-stained clothes matched his parents'.

Russia's President Putin has offered India joint development and production of the fifth-generation Su-57 stealth fighter jet. Despite India's withdrawal from a previous joint project, Russia is open to collaboration, aiming to bolster defence ties amidst India's own AMCA project and regional security concerns.

The new trailer for HBO's 'Lanterns' series unveils an intergalactic mystery and the Green Lantern ring's powers. It highlights the uneasy alliance between veteran hal Jordan and rookie John Stewart, with Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre in lead roles. The eight-episode series, co-written by Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, and Tom King, premieres August 16.

India's space regulator is offering full technology transfer for the reliable PSLV rocket to private firms, aiming to boost commercial launches. This follows a similar move for the SSLV. Despite delays in the first industry-built PSLV and SSLV, the government seeks an industry-driven launch ecosystem, signaling a major shift from ISRO's production model.

In a remarkable turn of events, three Indian Army officers, including a General Officer Commanding, survived a harrowing helicopter crash in the vicinity of Leh. This incident sheds light on the pressing need to upgrade the Army's aging aircraft fleet.

Southeast Asian countries embroiled in long-running maritime disputes with Beijing in the strategically important South China Sea are lining up to acquire the BrahMos supersonic missile. So, what makes this weapon system so attractive?

A Bengaluru autorickshaw driver died tragically when a private club's compound wall collapsed on his parked vehicle during heavy rain and strong winds. Shivaboraiah was trapped and crushed by the debris. Police are investigating the cause of the wall's collapse.

A 26-year-old woman, Lakshmi Priya, died at her residence in Bengaluru. Her family claims her husband and in-laws subjected her to harassment. Priya's sister received a suspicious message before her death. Her husband reported she died by suicide. Police have registered a case against the husband and his family for dowry death and cruelty.

India's defense capabilities are being bolstered with the US approval of a USD 198.2 million deal for Boeing AH-64E Apache attack helicopter support. This acquisition complements the indigenous Light Combat Helicopter 'Prachand', designed for high-altitude operations. Both helicopters serve distinct strategic roles, enhancing India's defense against evolving regional threats and modernizing its air force.

Koraput residents are urging the railway ministry to name the new Koraput-Puri train 'Deomali Express', celebrating regional identity. They also advocate for direct rail links to New Delhi, citing the absence of such a vital connection despite the district's significant institutions. This move aims to boost regional development and improve travel for thousands.

India's ambitious Marut supersonic fighter, designed by Kurt Tank, faced early setbacks due to underfunded engines, limiting its performance. Despite this, it proved effective in the 1971 war, destroying enemy tanks. Bureaucratic indecision ultimately doomed upgrades, mirroring current challenges with the Tejas program's engine development and integration, highlighting a recurring theme in India's aviation history.

Programme developed with defence ministry support focuses on leadership and strategic management

In summer 1999, the Indian Air Force launched Operation Safed Sagar, a critical air-to-ground campaign to dislodge Pakistani intruders from Kargil heights. Facing unprecedented high-altitude challenges and early setbacks, the IAF rapidly adapted. By integrating advanced targeting systems like the Litening pod, they achieved precision strikes, notably at Tiger Hill, turning the tide and showcasing air power's decisive role.

Bengaluru is under a yellow alert for Friday's intense rainfall and thunderstorms after pre-monsoon showers on Thursday evening caused widespread disruptions. Heavy rain, hail, and gusty winds flooded roads, uprooted trees, and halted Metro services, leaving commuters stranded amidst significant traffic snarls.