India eyes joining one of Europe’s 6th-gen fighter projects: Parliamentary report

New Delhi: India is considering joining one of Europe’s ambitious ‘sixth-generation’ fighter jet programmes, marking the first official acknowledgement that the Indian Air Force (IAF) could partner in the development of a next-generation combat aircraft besides the ongoing indigenous 5th-generation Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) development project, the defence ministry has informed parliamentary standing committee…

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‘Baseless’: Centre rejects report of Iran seeking return of 3 tankers seized by India in return for Hormuz safe passage | India News

NEW DELHI: A central government source on Monday dismissed as “baseless” a report claiming that India and Iran had discussed the release of three ships seized by New Delhi in exchange for ensuring safe passage of vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. The source also rejected assertions that the vessels were owned by Iran.“This report…

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TOISA 2025 Hockey Nominees: Celebrating India’s standout performers on the pitch | Hockey News

The eighth edition of the Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) will be held on March 21, 2026, in Lucknow, celebrating the achievements and inspiring journeys of India’s finest athletes across multiple disciplines. TOISA 2025 will honour performances delivered between January 1 and December 31, 2025, recognising standout displays at major international tournaments and world…

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Bank holidays in March 2026: How many days are banks closed this week? Check state-wise list for Ugadi, Eid-Ul-Fitr & more

Planning a bank visit? You might want to reschedule! Bank customers planning a visit in March 2026 are being advised to check branch holiday schedules, as a four-day bank holiday is approaching. Since banks observe both national and state-specific holidays, closure dates can vary across different regions, making it important to plan ahead to avoid…

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