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Hanwha Aerospace eyes US Air Force repair hub role
Seoul, April 27: Hanwha Aerospace is seeking to join a US Department of Defence initiative to establish a network of military repair hubs in the Indo-Pacific, a move that could significantly enhance the combat readiness of U.S. Forces Korea (USFK) and strengthen South Korea's strategic role in allied security efforts, company officials said.
Russia confirms for first time North Korean troop dispatch to Ukraine war: Reports
Seoul, April 27: Russia confirmed for the first time that North Korean troops have been deployed and are fighting alongside Moscow in the war against Ukraine, media reports said.
Govt issues advisory on media reporting of defence operations
New Delhi, April 26: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on Saturday issued an advisory directing all media outlets to refrain from broadcasting live coverage of military operations or movements of security forces.
US has conducted 1200 raids on Yemen since March: Houthis
Aden, April 26: The Houthi group claimed that US warplanes have conducted 1200 raids on Yemen since mid-March, resulting in hundreds of civilian casualties and widespread destruction of infrastructure.
North Korean leader attends launching ceremony of new navy destroyer
Seoul, April 26: North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has participated in a launching ceremony of a new destroyer for the country's navy, touting the military's efforts to enhance its maritime power, the North's Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said on Saturday.
IAF confirms object falling from sky on MP house as 'non-explosive store'; probe initiated
Bhopal, April 26: The Indian Air Force (IAF) has confirmed the object as a piece of "non-explosive aerial store" inadvertently dropped from one of their aircraft on a house in Pichhor town of Shivpuri district in Madhya Pradesh. While the family residing in the house miraculously escaped harm, the incident caused considerable damage to the property.
Reinvigorating policies and modernising military — How India can navigate emerging security paradigm in its neighbourhood
London: Following Tuesday's tragic terror attack in Pahalgam, claimed by a shadow group of the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), India has announced a number of security measures vis-a-vis Pakistan. This also includes suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty of 1960, which survived three wars between the two.
BSF's Eastern Command chief reviews Manipur security situation, force's preparedness
Imphal, April 25: Border Security Force’s (BSF) Eastern Command chief and Additional Director General (ADG), Ravi Gandhi, visited Manipur and conducted a comprehensive review of the operational scenario and assessed the force’s preparedness, officials said on Friday.
Russia vows to 'liberate' entire Kursk Region from Ukrainian troops
Moscow, April 24: Russian Security Council chief Sergei Shoigu said on Thursday that the country's forces will soon liberate the entire territory of the Kursk Region from Ukrainian troops.
US military holds 'nuclear weapon effects' training in South Korea for first time
Seoul, April 23: The US Army has held a training session in South Korea aimed at enhancing capabilities to operate effectively in a nuclear environment for the first time, the US Forces Korea (USFK) said on Wednesday.
India-US enjoy close defence relations: JD Vance
Jaipur, April 22: The US Vice President JD Vance outlined three key pillars of India-US collaboration—protecting nations, building great things, and innovating cutting-edge technologies—during his address in Jaipur on Monday.
US Commander gives strident warning about China's threat
By Ishaan Prakash, New Delhi, April 22: Almost everywhere one looks, China is ramping up pressure against neighbours and would-be adversaries. This is happening diplomatically, economically and militarily, even as Chairman Xi Jinping rapidly builds up the combat capabilities of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) and prepares China for a drawn-out "struggle".
UAE Ministry of Defence hosts Scientific Conference on Physical Readiness of Land Forces in GCC
Abu Dhabi, April 22: The UAE Ministry of Defence today inaugurated the Scientific Conference on Physical Readiness of Land Forces in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, at Erth Hotel in Abu Dhabi, with the participation of senior military officials, experts and specialists from across the region.
South Korea: Army holds live-fire artillery drills at Paju firing range for 1st time in 7 years
Seoul, April 22: South Korean artillery units have staged live-fire drills near the inter-Korean border this week, striking targets inside a US firing range for the first time in seven years, the Army said Tuesday.
White House looking to replace Pentagon chief Hegseth over Signal chat controversy: Report
Washington, April 22: The White House has started a process to look for a new Pentagon chief, a US broadcaster said following media reports that Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth shared sensitive military information in a group chat that included his wife and brother.
Assam Rifles' swift action saves life of 2-year-old in remote Manipur village
Imphal, April 21: The life of a two-year-old girl in a remote village of Manipur’s mountainous Kamjong district was saved as the Assam Rifles swung into action to evacuate her for critical medical aid after the kid accidentally fell into a water tank early on Monday.
Mental strength equally important for soldier as combat skill: Rajnath Singh
New Delhi, April 21: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Monday that the nature of modern warfare requires soldiers to excel in combat skills while being equally proficient in mental stability and spiritual empowerment.
US: Pete Hegseth shared military operation details in private chat including family
Washington DC, April 21: Pentagon chief and the United States Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth shared sensitive information about the planned strike in Yemen on March 15 in a private group chat that included his wife, brother and personal lawyer, the New York Times reported on Sunday.
Navy's IOS SAGAR wraps up Mozambique visit with joint drills, medical camps and community outreach
Nacala, April 20: The Indian Navy's Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR carried out a range of professional and cultural activities during its recent visit to Mozambique, the Navy said on Sunday.
Russia repels Ukrainian attacks amid Easter truce
Moscow, April 20: The Russian Defence Ministry said on Sunday that it repelled Ukrainian attacks overnight amid a unilateral Easter truce declared by Russian President Vladimir Putin, while Ukraine accused Russia of violating the ceasefire.
IAF's MiG-29, Jaguar set for combat exercise in UAE from tomorrow
New Delhi, April 20: The Indian Air Force's (IAF) MiG-29 and Jaguar aircraft will take to skies in the United Arab Emirates for combat exercise 'Desert Flag-10', a multinational event beginning on Monday, an official said.
4 major South Korean defence firms set to report robust results in Q1
Seoul, April 20: South Korea's four major defence industry companies are estimated to report robust earnings results for the first three months of the year on increased orders, a survey showed on Sunday.
Three killed, four wounded in fresh US airstrikes on Yemen: Houthis
Sanaa, April 20: At least three people were killed and four others wounded in fresh US airstrikes on Yemen's capital Sanaa, its outskirts, and other provinces.
Yemen's Houthis claimed downed another US MQ-9 drone in 24 hours
Sanaa, April 20: Yemen's Houthi group said that it shot down another US-made MQ-9 drone over Sanaa province in the past 24 hours.
GOC-in-C Anindya Sengupta apprises CM Sukhu of proposal to construct airstrip in Spiti Valley
Shimla, April 19: General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-In-C) Surya Command, Lt Gen Anindya Sengupta, on Saturday called on Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu and discussed a host of issues, including fostering civil-military cooperation, enhancing strategic infrastructure, besides proposal to construct an airstrip in the picturesque, mountainous Spiti Valley.
US diplomat arrives in Tokyo, eyes closer ties to counter China
Tokyo, April 19: The new US Ambassador to Japan, George Glass has expressed a strong desire to collaborate closely in curbing China's military and economic ambitions, as reported by Japan Times.
South Korea: Acting President thanks police officers for maintaining safety during impeachment trial
Seoul, April 18: South Korea's Acting President Han Duck-soo hosted a thank-you luncheon on Friday for police officers involved in maintaining public safety during former President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment trial.
Army orders enquiry into alleged manhandling of civilian in J&K's Rajouri
Jammu, April 18: The army on Friday said it has ordered an enquiry into the alleged manhandling of a civilian in J&K's Rajouri district.
Death toll from US airstrikes on Yemeni fuel port rises to 38: Houthis
Sanaa, April 18: The death toll from US overnight airstrikes on the Yemeni fuel port of Ras Isa has increased to 38, with 102 others wounded, Houthi-run al-Masirah TV reported on Friday, citing Houthi-controlled local health authorities.
Russia lodges protest over Japan's upcoming military drills
Moscow, April 18: Russia lodged a strong protest with Japan over Tokyo's plan to conduct anti-ship missile drills near Russia's borders, the Russian Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
Yemen's Houthis launched 59 attacks against Israel, US warships since mid-March
Sanaa, April 18: Yemen's Houthi leader Abdulmalik al-Houthi has said his group had launched 26 attacks against Israel and 33 strikes on the US aircraft carrier and warships in the Red Sea since March 15.
Russia denies attacking warehouse of Indian pharmaceutical firm in Kyiv
New Delhi, April 17: Russia on Thursday denied Ukraine's allegations that its armed forces had attacked the facility of an Indian pharmaceutical firm in Kyiv during a drone strike on April 12, asserting that Moscow has never targetted civilian facilities during its ongoing Special Military Operation in Ukraine.
Emraan Hashmi shares 'Ground Zero' gives proper due to BSF's courage and sacrifices
Mumbai, April 17: Bollywood actor Emraan Hashmi opened up about his upcoming film “Ground Zero,” emphasizing how the movie honors the bravery and sacrifices of the Border Security Force (BSF).
Israel claims strikes on Hamas, Hezbollah targets
Jerusalem, April 17: Israel said on Thursday it carried out airstrikes in southern Lebanon and the Gaza Strip, targeting what it described as Hamas and Hezbollah infrastructure.
India's defence production to touch Rs 3 lakh crore by 2029: Rajnath Singh
New Delhi, April 17: Highlighting the country’s target to produce defence equipment worth Rs 3 lakh crore by the year 2029, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday that India today stands shoulder to shoulder with developed nations in critical areas such as missile technology (Agni, BrahMos), submarines (INS Arihant) and aircraft carriers (INS Vikrant).
India emerging as key player in global defence production: Rajnath Singh
New Delhi, April 17: Highlighting the growing production capabilities, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday that India today stands shoulder to shoulder with developed nations in critical areas such as missile technology (Agni, BrahMos), submarines (INS Arihant), aircraft carriers (INS Vikrant), AI, drones and cyber defence.
India, UK discuss strengthening military cooperation and advancing defence capability collaboration
London, April 17: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh co-chaired the 24th India-UK Defence Consultative Group Meet with his UK counterpart, David Williams, in London on Wednesday. The discussions focused on strengthening military cooperation between India and the UK and advancing defence capability collaboration.
US Sailors, Marines and Indian forces train together during Exercise Tiger Triumph
Kakinada, April 17: Taking teamwork to the next level, US Sailors and Marines trained with Indian forces during Exercise Tiger Triumph. The US Navy stated that the Exercise Tiger Triumph enhanced capabilities and fostered stronger bonds in the US Indo-Pacific Command.
India's Defence sector outlook remains strong, with rising indigenisation and record orders: Report
New Delhi, April 17: India's defence sector is set to grow steadily, supported by strong efforts towards indigenisation, a solid order pipeline, and rising growth opportunities, according to a recent report by Nirmal Bang.
CRPF personnel carry out mock drills, display skills during parade on its 86th raising day in MP's Neemuch
Neemuch, April 17: The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) is celebrating its 86th Central Reserve Police Force Day in Madhya Pradesh's Neemuch, on Thursday and the jawans carried out mock drills during the parade on the occasion.