In an exclusive interview with India Today, former Army General Manoj Mukund Naravane discussed the row over his unpublished book, 'Four Stars of Destiny', and the military's handling of the situation at the Line of Actual Control. Addressing the directive to the armed forces, General Naravane stated, 'It only shows that the government has full confidence in its armed forces.' He clarified that granting operational freedom to the military is the correct approach and not an abrogation of responsibility. Speaking on Operation Snow Leopard in Ladakh, he confirmed that the Indian Army operated within established protocols to deal with the PLA. Dismissing claims of lost territory during his tenure, General Naravane asserted, 'We gained the upper hand,' pointing to the Chinese dismantling their bunkers. He emphasised the continuous interactive process between the government and the armed forces regarding threat perception, force structuring, and the acquisition of new weapons.
A Bhopal court has rejected the plea for a second postmortem, citing a lack of jurisdiction to order the procedure at a medical facility in the national capital. However, the court partially allowed the application by directing the local police to ensure the victim's body is preserved at a sub-zero temperature.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is in Italy on the last leg of a five-nation tour, held bilateral talks with his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni on defence cooperation, maritime security, and technological advancements.
In an exclusive interview with India Today, Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, discusses the growth of his political movement following remarks made by the Chief Justice of India on unemployed youth.
India and Italy have officially upgraded their bilateral relations to a special strategic partnership, marking a significant milestone in their diplomatic ties. The two nations announced the Joint Strategic Action Plan for 2025 to 2029, designed to provide a practical framework for future cooperation.
