In the background of these challenges and the defence ministry’s inaction on a decision to blacklist the Singapore-based company, the OFB mandate should not become an excuse for lack of movement on the procurement of artillery by the army. Already, the ministry has been reported to have indicated it cannot move on the procurement as the matter is sub judice. At the same time, it has not decided the issue either, as is evident from the observations of the court. This has held up the acquisition of crucial types of artillery again, after the multiple cancellation of tenders since the Bofors buy.
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Myanmar’s spec ops chief in India
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The Myanmar Army’s commander of the Bureau of Special Operations, Lieutenant General Thar Aye is on a five-day visit.
General VK Singh inspects honor guard
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“We intend ensuring that our core values, our rich traditions and professionalism gets a boost and that would be my main priority,” said the general, adding with reference to recent corruption scandals, “Till the time our internal health is good, we would not be able to fight the external threats. So, we will focus attention…
