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Taiwan detects 22 PLA sorties, 10 PLAN vessels around its territory

The frequent incursions and maritime operations reflect rising tensions between Taiwan and China, a relationship long fraught with geopolitical strain.
Published on Sep 12, 2025 12:02 PM IST

US Defence Department to be renamed 'Department of War', announces Donald Trump

US President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC,
Updated on Sep 05, 2025 06:38 AM IST

What is IAF' S-400 defence system that shot down Pak aircraft in Op Sindoor?

The Russian S-400 system is one of the most advanced anti-aircraft systems in the world.
Published on Aug 09, 2025 08:59 PM IST

Canada's Mark Carney's multi-billion-dollar defence package to hit NATO target

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, stands alongside Gen. Jennie Carignan, Chief of the Defence Staff, during a major national defence announcement event at CFB Trenton in Trenton, Ontario, Canada, August 8, 2025. REUTERS/Cole Burston
Published on Aug 09, 2025 01:37 AM IST

NATO ally Turkey using ledger for arms? Drone diplomacy raises doubts

This NATO nation using the ledger to load killer launchers? Drone diplomacy casts doubt on Turkey
Published on Jul 30, 2025 07:33 PM IST

UK-India vision 2035 roadmap to boost trade and defence cooperation

This week we are excited to be agreeing the UK-India Vision 2035, a new agreement that sets ambitious goals for both the UK and India, said Keir Starmer.
Published on Jul 24, 2025 01:56 PM IST

PM Modi meets Argentina President Javier Milei with focus on trade ties

Handout picture released by the Argentinian Presidency showing India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi (R) and Argentina's President Javier Milei posing for a picture behind a chainsaw reading "The Forces of Heaven" during a meeting at Casa Rosada government palace in Buenos Aires on July 5, 2025.
Published on Jul 06, 2025 03:23 AM IST

Indian Navy commissions stealth frigate INS Tamal in Russia

Commissioning ceremony of INS Tamal (F71) by the Indian Navy took place at Yantar Shipyard in Kaliningrad, Russia on Tuesday.
Published on Jul 02, 2025 02:08 PM IST

Rajnath Singh to lead India delegation at SCO defence ministers' meeting

Defence minister Rajnath Singh is expected to highlight India's continued commitment to the principles and mandate of the SCO.
Published on Jun 24, 2025 03:58 PM IST

Zelensky urges Western allies to allot 0.25% GDP for Ukraine's defense industry

Ukraine is in immediate need of improved weaponry and better ammunition.
Published on Jun 21, 2025 08:33 PM IST

India, UK focus on enhancing cooperation in trade, defence, counter-terrorism

Foreign secretary Vikram Misri and Permanent Under-Secretary at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office of UK Oliver Robbins in New Delhi. (@MEAIndia)
Published on Jun 03, 2025 10:46 PM IST

What is Operation Shield? Why are mock drills being conducted again?

Mock drills are being conducted across several states today
Updated on May 31, 2025 08:06 PM IST

Pakistan to increase defence spending by 18 per cent in upcoming budget: Report

Pakistan is set to increase defence spending to over 2.5 trillion in the next budget due to tensions with India, according to a media report.
Published on May 06, 2025 05:58 PM IST

Navy test fires medium-range surface-to-air missile in Arabian Sea | Watch

Indian Navy ship sailing in the sea. (Representational)
Updated on Apr 24, 2025 07:51 PM IST

Forging aatmanirbharta in defence: Powering self-reliance through collaboration

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Indian Army's Brahmos Missile System
Published on Apr 18, 2025 04:28 PM IST

India demonstrates capability to shoot down drones using laser weapon | Watch

The Mk-II(A) Laser- Directed Energy Weapon (DEW) system can shoot down drones and missiles in seconds
Updated on Apr 13, 2025 10:59 PM IST

Trade, investment, defence focus areas in India-Belgium meeting

External affairs minister S Jaishankar meets Princess Astrid of Belgium, in New Delhi on Monday. (Dr. S. Jaishankar-X)
Published on Mar 03, 2025 08:50 PM IST

Foundation for layered India-America relations

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Washington, DC, Feb 13 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump deliver a joint press statement after their meeting at the White House, in Washington, DC on Thursday. (Reuters/ANI) (REUTERS)
Published on Feb 17, 2025 09:07 PM IST

7 things Donald Trump said about PM Modi: ‘Great friend, better negotiator’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House, in Washington, DC.
Updated on Feb 14, 2025 12:25 PM IST

Rajnath Singh calls Rahul Gandhi's allegations on China 'irresponsible politics'

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh refuted Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi's comments on China on Tuesday, claiming that the Army Chief never used the terms Gandhi ascribed to him and that his comments simply alluded to the disruption of regular patrolling by both sides.
Published on Feb 04, 2025 04:27 PM IST

Energy, food security, defence in focus for President Prabowo Subianto’s visit

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto upon his arrival in India. (PTI)
Published on Jan 24, 2025 04:07 PM IST

Rubio meets Jaishankar in his first bilateral; commits to deepening India ties

External affairs minister S Jaishankar with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a meeting, in Washington DC (HT)
Updated on Jan 22, 2025 01:17 PM IST

‘Germany open to sending troops to Ukraine if…’: Minister

Germany's defence minister stated that if a ceasefire agreement with Russia were reached, he would be willing to send German troops to Ukraine to assist in securing a demilitarised area there.
Published on Jan 18, 2025 06:29 PM IST

Seven Indian firms join India-US space, defence collaboration programme

According to three people with knowledge of the situation, seven Indian private enterprises have been selected for a first-of-its-kind India-U.S. space and defence partnership initiative, opening up a profitable and crucial market for Indian businesses.
Published on Jan 17, 2025 01:08 PM IST

Taiwan reports increased Chinese military activity near its airspace and waters

Three Chinese PLAN planes and seven PLAN ships were spotted operating close to Taiwan on Thursday, according to Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND).
Published on Jan 02, 2025 09:48 AM IST

Defence ministry declares 2025 as ‘year of reforms’

On Wednesday, the Defence Ministry said that 2025 will be the year of changes, with the goal of facilitating the creation of integrated theatre commands to strengthen cooperation between the three services
Published on Jan 01, 2025 02:34 PM IST

India's Pinaka rocket system interests French Army, being evaluated for use

Pinaka extended range rockets during testing at the Pokhran firing range.
Published on Nov 10, 2024 02:07 PM IST

India, Australia review comprehensive strategic parternship at foreign ministers’ meet

External affairs minister S Jaishankar with Australian foreign minister Penny Wong and other delegates during the 15th India - Australia Foreign Ministers’ Framework Dialogue in Canberra (PTI/Image via @DrSJaishankar)
Published on Nov 05, 2024 08:24 PM IST

As economies slump amid global conflicts, this market in Nagpur booms

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh performs 'Shastra Puja' on the occasion of 'Vijayadashami' during a function at the Sukna Military Station, in Darjeeling district, West Bengal. (File image)
Published on Oct 20, 2024 01:41 PM IST

IIT Kanpur’s SIIC displays cutting-edge defence tech at Armed Forces Fest 2024

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath checking defence technology displayed by a SIIC-incubated startup during the Armed Forces Festival 2024.
Updated on Sep 07, 2024 12:45 PM IST