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The recent diplomatic exchanges at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) have highlighted the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan over the Kashmir issue, with India firmly rebutting Pakistan’s claims and reiterating its stance that Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) is an integral part of India. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar criticised the UN for framing Pakistan’s military
Admiral Samuel J. Paparo, the commander of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, recently visited India from March 16 to 19, 2025, to engage with top Indian civil and military leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan.The discussions primarily focused on enhancing military ties
Air India is currently in negotiations to acquire a significant number of wide-body jets from Boeing and Airbus, with discussions focusing on an order of 30 to 40 aircraft, potentially exceeding 50. This order is part of Air India’s broader strategy to modernize its fleet under the ownership of Tata Group and aims to include models such as the Airbus A350 and Boeing 777X.This potential deal
In a significant operation against Naxal insurgents, security forces in Chhattisgarh reported the deaths of 22 members of the banned Communist Party of India (Maoist) during two separate encounters on March 20, 2025.The first encounter occurred in Bijapur district, where 18 Naxalites were killed, while four others were neutralised in Kanker district. The operations were carried out by a joint
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh met with Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates in New Delhi to discuss the expansion of private sector involvement and start-up participation in India’s burgeoning biotechnology sector. The meeting, held on March 19, 2025, focused on enhancing innovation and bio-manufacturing capabilities within the country.Dr. Singh highlighted the significant growth in biotech
The Eurofighter Typhoon, once a symbol of European air superiority, is increasingly showing its age as it faces the evolving demands of modern aerial warfare. Originally designed during the Cold War, the Typhoon was celebrated for its speed, agility, and combat capabilities, reported Andrew Latham.However, as air combat has shifted towards stealth and advanced sensor technologies, the Typhoon’s
China’s increasing focus on deep-sea research is raising significant geopolitical concerns, particularly among nations like India, Japan, and the United States.The country has expanded its fleet of research vessels, which are actively mapping the ocean floor and gathering extensive data. While China claims these efforts are purely for scientific and resource exploration, many analysts suspect a
U.S. President Donald Trump is set to announce the Pentagon’s decision regarding a significant next-generation fighter jet contract, valued at over $20 billion, on Friday.This announcement is part of the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program, which aims to replace the F-22 Raptor with a new crewed aircraft designed to operate alongside drones. The design details of this aircraft remain
A Pakistani Army captain and at least 10 terrorists associated with a banned outfit were killed during a gunfight in Dera Ismail Khan district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on March 21, 2025.The operation, described as intelligence-based, was initiated following reports of terrorist presence in the area. Captain Hasnain Akhtar led his troops courageously during the intense exchange of fire, ultimately
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing defence and security cooperation, recognizing the critical need for collaborative efforts to tackle regional security challenges.This commitment was articulated during a meeting between Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah, coinciding with Sharif’s four-day visit to the