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Amid row with Maldives, India plans new airport at Lakshadweep's Minicoy for civilian, military aircraft

DNA Tuesday, 9 January 2024
"The plan is to have a joint airfield that would be capable of operating fighter jets, military transport planes and commercial aircraft," government sources told ANI.
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News video: Lakshadweep: India plans new airport at Minicoy Island for civilian & military use | Oneindia News

Lakshadweep: India plans new airport at Minicoy Island for civilian & military use | Oneindia News 02:28

In the aftermath of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Lakshadweep, the picturesque Minicoy Islands have become the focal point of attention, sparking widespread interest among tourists. Now, the Indian government is set to embark on a groundbreaking initiative – the development of a...

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Maldives Maldives Island country in South Asia

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In the Maldives, President Mohamed Muizzu's People’s National Congress clinched a significant victory in parliamentary elections, securing potential control over the legislature. Despite economic challenges, Muizzu fulfilled his promise to remove Indian military presence, signaling a shift towards closer ties with China. Voter turnout stood at 76%, reflecting continued civic engagement. Muizzu's leadership will shape the Maldives' geopolitical landscape. #MaldivesElection #MohamadMuizzu #PNC #MuizzuChina #ChinaMaldives #IndiaOut #IndiaMaldives #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindia news ~PR.152~ED.102~HT.95~

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Stay updated on the latest developments as the Maldives holds its 2024 parliamentary election, seen as a crucial test for President Mohamed Muizzu amidst rising tensions over anti-India policies. With 368 candidates vying for 93 seats, this election could reshape the nation's diplomatic stance and regional alliances. Follow for live coverage and analysis of this significant event. #IndiaMaldivesTensions #IndiaMaldivesRelations #IndiaMaldivesFight #Maldives #MaldivesElections #MaldivesElections2024 #MohamedMuizzu #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.194~GR.124~HT.96~

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Maldives Elections: Leaked Report Exposes President Muizzu's Corruption Allegations| Oneindia News

Ahead of Maldives' parliamentary elections, opposition demands investigation and impeachment of President Muizzu over alleged corruption from 2018. Leaked reports implicated him in financial misconduct, triggering a political storm. Muizzu denies accusations, citing lack of evidence, and accuses opposition of desperation. With 368 candidates contesting for 93 seats, election results will determine opposition's ability to hold Muizzu's administration accountable. #muizzumaldives #maldivesmuizzuimpeachment #maldivesmuizzuindiaout #muizzumaldivesnews #mohamedmuizzumaldives #muizzumaldivesflight #Maldivesnews #Maldivesupdates #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.97~ED.101~

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Minicoy Minicoy Island in Lakshadweep, India

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India-Maldives Row: Indian Navy to commission INS Jatayu at Lakshadweep's Minicoy islands | Oneindia

The Indian Navy is set to enhance its operational capabilities with the commissioning of INS Jatayu at the Minicoy islands in the Union Territory of Lakshadweep, marking a significant advancement in bolstering security infrastructure in the broader area. Against the backdrop of its strategic significance, the commissioning ceremony, overseen by Chief of the Naval Staff Adm R Hari Kumar on March 6, 2024, marks the dawn of a new era in naval operations. The establishment of Naval Detachment Minicoy in the early 1980s, under the operational command of the Naval Officer-in-Charge (Lakshadweep), underscores India's steadfast commitment to enhancing maritime security in the region. #IndiaMaldivesRow #INSJatayu #IndianNavy #Lakshadweep #MinicoyIslands #NavalCommissioning #MaritimeSecurity #Geopolitics #DiplomaticTensions #IndianOceanRegion #MilitaryPresence #CapacityBuilding #BilateralRelations #GeopoliticalDynamics #NavalBase #INS Dweeprakshak #IndianMilitary #MaldivianGovernment #DiplomaticFallout #RegionalSecurity ~PR.152~PR.282~GR.121~

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Lakshadweep Lakshadweep Union territory of India

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Polling in 102 parliamentary seats across 21 states and Union Territories in the first phase of Lok Sabha Elections commenced at 7 am on April 19 and ended at 6 pm. Over 102 parliamentary constituencies in 21 states and union territories headed to the polling booth on Friday, including Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Jammu and Kashmir, Puducherry, Lakshadweep, and Andaman and Nicobar Islands. West Bengal recorded the highest turnout till 5 PM at 77.57 per cent, followed by Tripura at 76.10 per cent. Voter turnout in Assam stood at 70.77 per cent, while Manipur recorded a voter turnout of 68.58 per cent till 5 PM. #Phase1Voting #Phase1VotingEnds #ManipurPollViolence #ChhattisgarhPollViolence #LokSabhaElections2024 #Elections2024 ##loksabha2024electionkabhai #loksabha2024electionnews #loksabhaelection2024 #loksabhaelectionsexplained #loksabhaelection2024dateindiahindi #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~PR.152~ED.101~GR.125~HT.96~

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India Commences Troop Withdrawal from Maldives As Relation Worsens: Reports| Oneindia News [Video]

India Commences Troop Withdrawal from Maldives As Relation Worsens: Reports| Oneindia News

India starts withdrawing troops from the Maldives as per President Muizzu's order. Amid geopolitical tensions, 25 Indian soldiers leave ahead of schedule, with a total of 89 set to depart by May 10. China signs a military assistance deal with the Maldives, causing concerns for India. New Delhi reinforces naval presence near Lakshadweep islands in response to shifting dynamics. #India #Maldives #MohamedMuizzu #IndiaOut #MaldivesIndia #Lakshadweep #PMModi #Indiannavy #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~PR.152~ED.194~GR.124~HT.96~

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