The United States has imposed an additional 10 per cent duty on Indian goods under Section 301 of the Trade Act, while placing India in the lower tariff bracket.The Centre described this as a relative advantage for Indian exports and reaffirmed its commitment to concluding the Bilateral Trade Agreement with Washington at the earliest.The United States Trade Representative announced the final
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh Flies MiG-29KUB Sortie From INS Vikramaditya To Showcase Jointmanship
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, Chief of the Air Staff, undertook a MiG-29KUB sortie from INS Vikramaditya on the sidelines of the commissioning of INS Malvan. The Indian Air Force confirmed the development in a post on social media, noting that the flight was part of his visit to the aircraft carrier.During his time aboard INS Vikramaditya, the Chief of the Air Staff interacted with the ship’s
India-Japan Defence Technology Partnership Gains Momentum Amid Strategic Push
Japan can fulfil India’s long standing requirement of a amphibious aircraft with ShinMaywa US-2India and Japan have entered a new phase of defence industrial cooperation, with SIDM pushing industry-led collaboration in drones, AI-enabled systems, and secure communications, while the UNICORN naval mast project and Mogami-class frigate proposal signal Tokyo’s greater willingness to share
ISRO’s Long Launch Gap Since Jan 2026 Raises Concerns
ISRO has not conducted any rocket launches since the PSLV-C62 failure in January 2026, creating a gap of over six months that has unsettled scientists at the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre and other ISRO units, Deccan Herald reported.While private firms like Skyroot have successfully launched rockets during this period, ISRO is focusing heavily on the Gaganyaan human spaceflight program, with seven
Israeli settlers set fire to mosques, cars and farm land in West Bank, Palestinians say
The latest attacks come two days after a clash between settlers and Palestinians near the village of Tell, which left four Palestinians and two Israelis dead.
Pakistan’s National Strategic Command Places Nuclear Control Under Asim Munir
Pakistan has formally shifted operational control of its nuclear arsenal to the newly created National Strategic Command (NSC), consolidating authority under Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, News18 reported.This marks the country’s most sweeping military reorganisation in decades, side-lining civilian oversight and mirroring China’s PLA Rocket Force model.Pakistan has initiated a structural
US Forces Redirect 12 Vessels, Disable Two Amid Intensified Blockade Against Iran
US Central Command has confirmed that the American naval blockade against Iran remains in full effect, with coalition forces intensifying maritime interdictions across the Gulf of Oman, the Arabian Sea, and the Strait of Hormuz.CENTCOM revealed that twelve commercial vessels attempting to breach the blockade perimeter have been redirected. Two ships that failed to comply with repeated orders were
Iran-Oman Diplomatic Talks Advance On Strait of Hormuz Reopening
Progress has reportedly been made in talks between Iran and Oman regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and their respective territorial waterways. Two regional sources told CBS News that the discussions are moving in a positive direction, though more time will be needed before a deal can be finalised.Omani officials travelled to Tehran on Friday to engage in direct talks. This
Defence Minister Declares Army Fully Prepared As Infiltrators’ Intent Remains Unchanged Since 1999 Conflict
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, speaking in Dras on the eve of the 27th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, declared that the intent of infiltrators remains unchanged since the 1999 conflict, while assuring that the Indian Army is fully prepared to meet any challenge.He emphasised modernisation, Atmanirbharta, and the enduring strength of Indian soldiers as the foundation of national
Ships Continue Red Sea Transit Despite Houthi Blockade And Attacks
Dozens of vessels continue to navigate the Bab el-Mandeb Strait despite persistent threats from Iran-backed Houthi rebels. The New York Times analysis of shipping data shows that operators remain determined to maintain transit through this narrow chokepoint, even as the risks mount.The report highlights that growing uncertainty over the conflict and maritime safety is forcing several ships to