EU and India to explore defence cooperation, draft document says
The European Union and India will explore possibilities for Indian participation in European defence initiatives, according to a draft security and defence partnership document seen by Reuters. The new partnership comes at a time when Europe is seeking to reduce its dependence on the US and China and deepen its diplomatic and economic ties to […]
Read MoreHow Indian Army’s 2025 Offensive Crippled Pakistan’s Terror Infrastructure
New Delhi: For the Indian Army, 2025 will be remembered as a decisive phase in India’s counter-terror and deterrence posture, with Operation Sindoor emerging as the defining military action against Pakistan-sponsored terrorism and cross-border aggression. Launched in May 2025 in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, Operation Sindoor showcased India’s resolve, precision strike capability […]
Read MoreChina-Pakistan warplane deal with Libyan faction ‘may help expand Beijing’s influence’
By Liu Zhen Pakistan is selling warplanes it jointly developed with China to the Libyan National Army (LNA), a move analysts said could serve as a gateway for Beijing to expand its influence into North Africa. In one of Pakistan’s largest-ever arms deals, 16 of the JF-17 “Thunder” fighters were listed among the over US$4 […]
Read MorePakistan Army focused on countering internal, external threats: CDF Munir
Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir has reiterated the military’s preparedness and commitment to deal with all challenges and ensuring national stability, the military’s media wing said on Saturday. “Pakistan Army remains fully focused on both internal and external challenges, including hostile hybrid campaigns, extremist ideologies, […]
Read MoreIs China testing submarine drones that could threaten US west coast or Panama Canal?
By Liu Zhen Underwater drones being tested by China could be used to blockade the Panama Canal or even the US west coast, an American defence publication has claimed. The drones, referred to as XXLUUVs (Extra-Extra-Large Unmanned Underwater Vehicles), are highly classified and little is known for certain about them. However, some clues have been […]
Read MoreWhy is China piling on the pressure with increasing naval operations near Japan?
By Liu Zhen Chinese naval vessels have ramped up pass-through operations as tensions between Beijing and Tokyo continue to rise. On Monday, a Chinese naval Type 054 destroyer sailed southeastward between Okinawa Island and Miyako Island, heading towards the Pacific Ocean, while another travelled eastward through the Osumi Strait, Japan’s defence ministry said on Tuesday. […]
Read MoreCochin Shipyard delivers first of eight warship ‘Mahe’ to Indian Navy
Cochin Shipyard Limited on Thursday delivered ‘Mahe’, the first of the eight ASW SWCs (Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft) to the Indian Navy. Mahe, the 78m-long warship, is the largest Indian Naval warship propelled by a Diesel Engine-Waterjet combination. It has been designed for underwater surveillance, search and rescue operations, and Low Intensity Maritime Operations […]
Read MorePortion of helipad collapses after Indian President’s chopper lands in Kerala
A part of a newly built concrete helipad collapsed after the wheels of the helicopter of President Droupadi Murmu got stuck in it on Wednesday at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Kerala’s Pathanamthitta, where the president landed after her Sabarimala visit. According to the officials, the newly built helipad was chosen at the last moment, […]
Read MoreWill China be a lower US defence priority? A new strategy report will soon tell
By Sylvie Zhuang in Beijing The Pentagon’s coming defence strategy report will contain major changes in the US’ plans to counter China’s military and economic strength, according to Chinese defence researchers. The new National Defence Strategy, a road map of defence priorities for each US president’s term, is expected to be released in the coming […]
Read MoreIndonesia, US and allies launch joint military drills
JAKARTA: Indonesia and the United States launched joint military drills on Monday that will last more than a week, joining allies from 11 countries in exercises aimed at ensuring stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The annual “Super Garuda Shield” drills will take place in the capital Jakarta and several locations on the western island of […]
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