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Indian travellers, CXOs take to adventure trips
Indian travelers are increasingly seeking adventure, with travel and hospitality companies noting a 30% year-on-year increase in demand for adventure trips. From biking tours in Malaysia's Penang to paragliding in Thailand’s Chiang Mai, the trend is gaining popularity among enthusiasts, including CEOs and CXOs of India Inc. Many are also interested in unique experiences in the Himalayas.
India and Oman strengthen maritime defence relations through Staff Talks
The 6th edition of Staff Talks between the Indian Navy and the Royal Navy of Oman took place from June 4 to 5 in New Delhi, as announced by the Ministry of Defence. The discussions aimed to enhance the defense relations between India and Oman in the maritime domain. The talks were led by Cmde Jasim Mohammed Ali Al Balushi from RNO and Cmde Manmeet Singh Khurana from India. Topics included maritime security challenges, interoperability, operational collaboration, and training. Oman is a key partner for India in the Gulf region, and these talks help strengthen naval cooperation between the two countries.
The man who escaped the scam rings of Cambodia
Thousands of workers are trafficked to Southeast Asia to commit cyber fraud on their fellow citizens over social media. Ex-serviceman Botcha Sankhar, who was forced to work in the scam compounds of Cambodia for six months, unravels the modus operandi of this new and terrifying form of crime and forced labour
Dinesh Karthik: Man of comebacks and Dhoni's understudy calls time on IPL and international career
Dinesh Karthik bid farewell to his 20-year international cricket career at the end of his IPL campaign, leaving a mark with his swansong performance for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
'He never used to talk about his Victoria Cross': Lt Gen Bhagat's daughter recalls his rich legacy
Lt Gen P S Bhagat, the first Indian officer to win the Victoria Cross, was remembered by Ashali Varma on his 49th death anniversary. Varma shared personal anecdotes of Bhagat as a loving father figure who downplayed his military achievements.
RCB eliminated: Six key matches when King Kohli failed to deliver in critical games
Virat Kohli's IPL 2024 season ended with a mix of outstanding individual performances and ultimate heartbreak as Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) lost to Rajasthan Royals in the Eliminator. Kohli's exceptional batting, including a staggering 741 runs, showcased his skill and consistency. Despite his efforts, RCB fell short, marking an end to a remarkable season for Kohli.
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RCB survives a scare to grab final IPL play-off berth with 27-win over CSK
Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, Sunrisers Hyderabad and now Royal Challengers Bengaluru have qualified for the playoffs. It has been a fantastic run for RCB, which has now won its sixth game in a row to make it to the last-four stage.
Team India to get a new head coach after T20 World Cup 2024: Who could replace Rahul Dravid? Top contenders
BCCI invites applications for head coach with contenders like Stephen Fleming, Andy Flower, Gautam Gambhir, Justin Langer, and Virender Sehwag. The article covers details on the T20 World Cup schedule and India's squad for the tournament.
UK confirms it will build six new warships for Royal Marines
Grant Shapps orders six new warships for Royal Marines, boosting British military capabilities. The Multi Role Support Ships are part of the defense spending increase to 2.5% of GDP by 2030, reflecting a new era of British shipbuilding.
Maritime Culture of Jambu-Dvipa: A highway linking Middle East to Southeast Asia
Few people know about the Dungi caves of Mumbai that have now made way for the New Navi Mumbai Airport coming up at Panvel. In fact, most Mumbaikars do not know that Mumbai is full of Buddhist caves (Kanheri, Mahakali), some of which became Shiva caves, like the Elephanta caves on Gharapuri island, that one sees when crossing the new Atal Setu.
King Charles' funeral plans are under review, reports suggest. Know in detail the inside story
King Charles III is struggling with cancer, his condition is reportedly deteriorating and media reports suggest the royal palace officials are reportedly reviewing the funeral plans.
RCB should try to chase targets to revive fortunes: Sunil Gavaskar
Gavaskar was hinting at the out of form bowling unit of RCB that failed to defend totals on both the occasions they have been asked to. While chasing, the Bengaluru outfit has managed to eke out one win against Punjab Kings and went down against Lucknow Super Giants in the other.
Royal Australian Navy Chief Mark Hammond visits India to enhance maritime ties
Vice Admiral Mark Hammond, Chief of the Royal Australian Navy, is visiting India from April 2 to 6 to enhance bilateral maritime relations. His itinerary includes meetings with Indian naval officials in New Delhi, Mumbai, and Kochi, as well as visits to key naval installations. The visit aims to strengthen operational engagements, training exchanges, and information sharing between India and Australia. This visit follows previous interactions between the two countries in maritime security and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.
Matt Henry replaces David Willey in Lucknow Super Giants squad
Matt Henry joins Lucknow Super Giants, replacing David Willey. Willey withdrew due to fatigue after playing in various T20 leagues. Henry has an extensive international cricket experience.
Amid UK royal family's health struggles, Nostradamus' predictions for 2024 resurface
In the midst of health challenges within the UK Royal Family, Nostradamus' ancient prophecies have resurfaced, hinting at potential upheavals and transformations in the monarchy. Kate Middleton's revelation about her cancer battle, along with King Charles' own struggle with the disease, has sparked discussions about leadership shifts and the future of the monarchy.
IPL 2024: All eyes on CSK vs RCB opener as defending champs gear up for more 'Yellove' under new captain
First up against CSK will be a reinvigorated RCB, looking to change the narrative after its women's team broke the franchise's title jinx by winning the Women's Premier League last week. Under recently appointed coach Andy Flower, who has an impressive track record in franchise leagues throughout the world, the Faf du Plessis-led team will be eager to break through CSK's defences for the first time since the first season in 2008.
India-Malaysia bilateral naval exercise underway in Vizag
The joint naval exercise, 'Samudra Laksamana', between India and Malaysia, aims to enhance interoperability and strengthen bonds. It includes harbour professional interactions, an operational phase at sea, subject matter expert exchange, sports fixtures, cooperation on maritime aspects, and units honing skills by conducting various operations at sea.
UK's Trident nuclear-deterrent missile system misfires during test
Britain's Trident nuclear-deterrent system reportedly misfired during a test, with a missile crashing into the ocean off Florida. The Ministry of Defence confirmed an 'anomaly' but assured that the "nuclear deterrent remains safe, secure and effective." The incident, witnessed by Defence Secretary Grant Shapps, marks the second Trident missile test failure. The government faces scrutiny over the failure, which comes amid concerns about the readiness of Britain's navy. The Trident system costs around £3 billion per year to operate, and a new class of submarines is set to enter service in the 2030s.
New Zealand Navy Chief Admiral David Proctor receives Guard of Honour in Delhi
Rear Admiral David Proctor, Chief of the Royal New Zealand Navy, received a Guard of Honour in Delhi and met with Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Hari Kumar. The two naval leaders exchanged greetings, highlighting the cordial relations between India and New Zealand, established in 1952. Admiral Proctor also paid respects at the National War Memorial. New Zealand has identified India as a priority country for trade, aiming to address trade barriers and stimulate demand. Bilateral trade stood at USD 1 billion in 2022-23, with efforts to enhance business dialogue and remove trade obstacles.
India Navy chief and Chief of Staff, Royal Saudi Naval Forces hold discussions in Delhi
Indian Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar and Admiral Fahad Abdullah S Al-Ghofaily, Chief of Staff, Royal Saudi Naval Forces, discussed collaborative mechanisms and measures to strengthen navy-to-navy cooperation. The visit aims to increase naval cooperation and address shared maritime challenges in the Indian Ocean region (IOR).
Rajnath Singh, David Cameron appreciate momentum of India-UK partnership
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, visiting the UK, met with British Foreign Secretary David Cameron to enhance bilateral ties. Discussions focused on integrating India-UK defence industries, emphasizing startup-level interaction, and joint project implementation. Singh highlighted the importance of supply chain integration for resilience. The UK expressed its desire for defence collaboration, with plans for the Littoral Response Group in the Indian Ocean and the Carrier Strike Group visiting Indian waters. Both nations committed to strengthening strategic ties, including joint military exercises and knowledge-sharing.
UK to send warships to Indian Ocean as sign of close strategic ties with India: Defence Secy Shapps
Building on the existing strategic partnership, some new joint initiatives highlighted by the MoD during Rajnath Singh's UK visit include Launching Defence Partnership-India, a bespoke office designed to further defence collaboration between the two countries; a commitment to several instructor exchanges between UK Officer Training Colleges and specialist schools, alongside a Youth Exchange MOU to solidify the already strong relationship between our cadet organisations.
Indian Navy unveils new design for Admirals' shoulder piece inspired by Shivaji's royal seal Rajmudra
New Admirals' Epaulettes whose designs were inspired by Rajmudra of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj were revealed by Indian Navy on Friday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the new design on Indian Navy Day 2023 at Sindhudurg in Maharashtra. The epaulettes consist of the Golden Navy Button, the Octagon, the Sword and the Telescope.
ICC World Cup 2023: Everything is must-win now for faltering England, says Moeen Ali
England all-rounder Moeen Ali has stated that every remaining match in the Cricket World Cup is a must-win for the team. England, who are the defending champions, are facing a crucial game against Sri Lanka. A loss in this match would severely damage their chances of reaching the semi-finals.
UK companies to design, manufacture AUKUS nuclear submarines
The first of the submarines will be delivered into service in the UK in the late 2030s and the first Australian ones will follow in the early 2040s.
New Zealand's performance analyst, Saurabh Walkar prepares for the ICC World Cup Challenge
New Zealand's cricket team has enlisted the help of performance analyst Saurabh Walkar for the upcoming ICC World Cup. Walkar, who has extensive knowledge of Indian conditions and experience with Indian players, aims to assist the team in their campaign. He has previously worked with players like Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav during his time with the Mumbai Ranji team.
The UK defence secretary suggests British training of Ukrainian soldiers could move into Ukraine
Britain's new defence secretary, Grant Shapps, has suggested that British military training of Ukrainian soldiers could be moved into western Ukraine. This comes after more than 23,500 Ukrainian recruits have received combat training in UK army bases. However, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has ruled out immediate deployment of British forces to Ukraine, stating that Shapps' suggestion is for the long term.
Malabar naval exercise concludes off Australian coast
The Indian Navy was represented by indigenously built destroyer INS Kolkata, frigate INS Sahyadri and P8I maritime patrol aircraft. "The sea phase of exercise Malabar witnessed complex and high intensity exercises in air, surface and undersea domains, weapon firings and cross deck helicopter operations," the Indian Navy said in a statement.
Canberra: US commissions first Navy warship in foreign port
The Independence-class littoral combat ship - named after a Royal Australian Navy cruiser that was sunk while supporting the U.S. Marine landings on Guadalcanal in 1942 - was commissioned at a ceremony at an Australian naval base on Sydney Harbour, officially joining the U.S. Navy's active fleet.
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