The two "Cheetah" helicopters (a version of the Alouettes) (See "Where to cut," NT #71)-India's contribution to the government's war effort against the Maoists-landed in Kathmandu on Tuesday. The Indian-assembled choppers are said to be able to perform at high altitude and can also be fitted with machine guns. Indian media reports that India's assistance includes military hardware have not been confirmed or denied by the government so far.