India Condemns Attacks On Commercial Shipping, Calls For Safe Navigation In Strait of Hormuz At UN Debate

India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Harish P, voiced strong concerns over threats to commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz during a UN General Assembly debate under the Veto Initiative on “The Situation in the Middle East.”He emphasised that maritime security is vital for India’s energy and economic interests, urging immediate restoration of safe navigation

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Israel and Lebanon Agree To 10-Day Ceasefire Brokered By Trump After Trilateral Talks

Donald Trump has announced that Israel and Lebanon will initiate a 10-day ceasefire beginning at 5 PM EST. This development follows trilateral discussions involving Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Lebanese President Michel Aoun.The agreement marks a significant pause in hostilities between the two nations, offering a window for diplomatic engagement and humanitarian

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Zojila Tunnel Breakthrough Nears, Kashmir and Ladakh Set For Historic Link

The Zojila Tunnel project along the Srinagar–Leh highway is approaching a historic milestone, with excavation work expected to achieve a breakthrough by the end of May.Officials associated with the project have confirmed that only around 300 metres of excavation remain, signalling that the tunnel is on the verge of connecting both ends.Once completed, the tunnel will provide all-weather

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Active Conflicts & News Megathread April 17, 2026

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Paras Defence Partners With US Firm Northstar To Bring Aerial Refuelling Technology To Indian Armed Forces

Paras Defence and Space Technologies, a leading Indian defence and space engineering company based in Mumbai, has announced a significant partnership with US-based Bandak Aviation Inc., operating as Northstar.The agreement will enable Paras Defence to introduce proven air-to-air refuelling technologies and support services for the Indian armed forces, marking a notable advancement in India’s

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India’s MRFA Choices Complicated As France Pivot’s To Rafale F5 Development

France has recalibrated its priorities in combat aviation, shifting focus from expanding the Rafale F4 fleet to accelerating development of the Rafale F5.Operational clearance is targeted for 2030, with Defence Minister Catherine Vautrin emphasising that the move is designed to strengthen both air and naval capabilities, support future missions, and enhance export competitiveness.The Rafale F5 is

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India’s First Multi-Barrel Loitering Munition Launcher: Redon Systems’ Bheeshan Sets A New Benchmark

Hyderabad-based Redon Systems has unveiled the Bheeshan Multi-Barrel Munition Launcher System (MBMLS), India’s first and only multi-barrel loitering munition platform. This innovation marks a significant leap in modern warfare capabilities, where speed, precision, and adaptability are paramount. Traditional artillery systems often struggle to counter evolving threats with agility, but the

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HAL’s Light Utility Helicopter (LUH) To Replace Ageing Fleet, Strengthen Indian Army Operations At Siachen

India is preparing to induct its indigenously developed Light Utility
Helicopter (LUH), designed by Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), to replace the
ageing Cheetah and Chetak fleet that has long served as a lifeline for troops
deployed in the high-altitude Himalayan frontiers, including the Siachen
Glacier. 

The LUH has been tailored specifically for extreme

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IndiGo Invests in Sarla Aviation To Launch India’s First Air Taxi Network

IndiGo has announced a strategic equity investment in Bangalore-based Sarla Aviation, marking a significant step towards building India’s first nationwide air taxi network, TOI reported.This initiative signals the airline’s intent to diversify beyond conventional passenger services and embrace emerging technologies in aviation.The partnership is designed to deploy advanced electric vertical

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