Pakistan’s army chief arrives in Tehran as Rubio signals ‘slight progress’ in peace talks
US President Donald Trump has described the stop-start negotiations this week as teetering on the “borderline” between a deal and renewed attacks.
Day: May 23, 2026
At least 90 dead after ‘gas explosion’ at coal mine in China as urgent rescue operation launched
AT least 90 people have been killed after a terrifying gas explosion ripped through a coal mine in northern China, reports say. An urgent rescue operation was launched on Friday night shortly after the deadly blast – with 247 workers on site when the h…
Gilgeous-Alexander leads Thunder past Spurs for 2-1 NBA playoff lead
Reigning NBA champions see four members of their bench finish in double figures to set up the precious road win.
Deadliest coal mine explosion in China in years kills at least 82 people – NPR
Deadliest coal mine explosion in China in years kills at least 82 people NPRChina’s worst coal mining blast in over a decade kills 82 CNNXi Calls for All-Out Rescue After Coal Mine Explosion Kills at Least 82 in China T…
Albanese joins coalition of nations calling for an end to Israeli settlement expansion in the West Bank
Australia joins the UK, Italy, France, Germany, Canada, Norway, the Netherlands and New Zealand in condemning illegal settlementsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Israeli government is undermining stability in the West Bank…
DRDO’s Rudram-3 Hypersonic Missile To Reinvent IAF’s SEAD Doctrine
The Indian Air Force is advancing a heavy Suppression of Enemy Air Defences (SEAD) doctrine by integrating the indigenous Rudram-3 hypersonic missile with its frontline Su-30MKI fighter fleet.This marks a decisive step in India’s strategy to neutralise hostile radar networks, hardened bunkers, air defence systems, and fortified military targets from stand-off ranges that exceed 550 kilometres.By
Pakistan’s PL‑15E Missile Use In 2025 Conflict Exposes Tactical Shortfalls Against Indian Defences
The 2025 India‑Pakistan air conflict saw the Pakistan Air Force deploy large numbers of Chinese‑made PL‑15E long‑range air‑to‑air missiles. These weapons, fired primarily from J‑10 fighter jets, were intended to provide Pakistan with a decisive standoff capability.However, many of the missiles reportedly failed to hit their intended targets, raising questions about their combat reliability and
HAL Begins HTT-40 Serial Production, To Begin Deliveries To Air Force In FY 2027
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has confirmed that deliveries of the indigenous HTT-40 basic trainer aircraft to the Indian Air Force will begin in FY 2027, under a ₹6,838 crore contract for 70 aircraft. Serial production is already underway at HAL’s Bangalore and Nashik facilities, marking a major milestone in India’s defence self-reliance push.The HTT-40, or Hindustan Turbo Trainer-40, is a
Anjani Technoplast Delivers Bullet Absorbing BunkerWall To Indian Army
Anjani Technoplast has introduced its advanced Bullet Absorbing BunkerWall system for the Indian Army, a modular protective solution capable of withstanding thousands of rounds of sustained fire while remaining lightweight, portable, and radar-invisible.This innovation marks a significant leap in India’s defensive infrastructure, combining survivability, stealth, and rapid deployment for
Indian Navy To Receive 45 Warships In 3–4 Years As Approval Granted For 195 Future Vessels
Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsyan has confirmed that 45 warships currently under construction in India will be delivered within the next three to four years, while the Navy has secured in-principle approval for 195 additional vessels, including submarines and fast interceptor crafts, reported TOI.This announcement coincided with the launch of INS Sanghamitra, India’s first Next Generation Offshore