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India has unveiled its ambitious Defence Vision 2047, a long-term roadmap aimed at transforming the country's armed forces into a high-tech, self-reliant military power by the centenary year of independence. The plan outlines 15 key pillars, including stronger tri-service integration across the Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force. It focuses on self-reliance in defence manufacturing, cyber defence, space capabilities, AI-driven warfare, joint military commands, and maritime domain awareness in the Indian Ocean. The strategy also emphasizes technology integration, specialised action forces, defence diplomacy, and veteran empowerment, marking a shift away from colonial-era structures toward a modern military ecosystem rooted in Indian strategic thinking.

Airlines across the Asia-Pacific region are increasing ticket prices as the conflict in West Asia drives a sharp rise in jet fuel costs. Carriers including Qantas Airways, Air India and Cathay Pacific have already raised fares or plan to do so.The average global aviation fuel price reached $173.91 per barrel, nearly double the levels seen in January. The increase follows disruptions to oil trade routes linked to the war in the Middle East. Airlines say higher fuel costs are forcing them to adjust ticket prices to manage operating expenses. Middle East war pushes Asia airfares up