THE daughter of an RAF chief has pleaded guilty to glassing a fellow British woman in Cyprus. Jessica Cloke, 21, was charged with GBH after cutting her 19-year-old victim from “eye to neck” in a bar last year. She now faces up to five years in prison. …
US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick says he had lunch with Epstein on his private island
As he faces calls from lawmakers to resign, Lutnick testifies that he and his family visited disgraced financier in 2012The US commerce secretary, Howard Lutnick, had lunch with the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on the disgraced financier’s pr…
DAC Poised To Approve Indian Navy’s indigenous 24–28 MW Marine Gas Turbine Project Under Make-I framework
An indigenous marine engine program for the Indian Navy appears set to receive a favourable nod from the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) at its forthcoming meeting. The proposal is being considered under the Make-I category of the Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) 2020, which is designed to provide government funding support for the indigenous design and development of critical defence
Moscow Locks In S-400 Finish For India: June And November 2026 Deliveries Confirmed By Defence Secretary
Russia has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering the remaining two squadrons of the advanced S-400 air defence systems to India, with specific timelines now outlined for this year.According to Defence Secretary RK Singh, the fourth squadron is slated for arrival in June 2026, while the fifth and final one will follow in November 2026.This development marks a significant step forward in
MKU Teams Up With Tuwaiq Armour Industrial Corporation For Local Production In Saudi Arabia
Kanpur-based Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited (MKU), a prominent Indian defence manufacturer, has announced a significant joint venture with Saudi Arabian firm Sondos Company.The partnership establishes Tuwaiq Armour Industrial Corporation, aimed at local production and technology transfer of advanced ballistics and armour systems in Saudi Arabia. This move aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030
Indigenous Edge In The Skies: IG Defence Secures Patent For Fixed-Wing UAV
IG Defence SkyHawk India’s first 5G-enabled droneIG Defence has marked a significant step in India’s journey towards defence self-reliance with the granting of a patent for its indigenous fixed-wing tactical unmanned aerial system, designed to meet the evolving requirements of modern battlefield scenarios.This development reinforces the country’s emphasis on home-grown, field-ready unmanned
Chabahar Port Seen As Core Symbol of India-Iran Ties And Regional Connectivity
India and Iran’s Chabahar port continues to be portrayed as a visible symbol of growing bilateral cooperation and regional connectivity, a message echoed by Iran’s ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali.At a reception marking Iran’s National Day hosted by the Iranian Embassy in New Delhi, the envoy emphasised that the port embodies a spirit of cooperation and shared development between the two
India-US Envoys Align On Quad And Trade In Beijing Talks
India’s envoy to China, Pradeep Kumar Rawat, and the United States Ambassador to China, David Perdue, held a significant meeting in Beijing on 10 February 2026. The discussions centred on the expanding engagement and mutual interests between India and the US.Ambassador Perdue shared his thoughts on X, highlighting how the US-India relationship yields tangible outcomes. He pointed to close
Sweden’s SAAB Pitches World’s Top Aerospace Hub In India
SAAB, the Swedish defence firm, has made a bold proposal to the Indian government during the Singapore Air Show, aiming to establish what it claims would be the world’s most advanced aerospace industry. Centred on its Gripen-E fighter jet, the offer encompasses multi-layered design, production, maintenance, and induction processes tailored for India’s needs.Mikael Franzen, Chief Marketing Officer
Greek Defence Minister Praises Indian Army’s Innovation During Bangalore Visit Amid Deepening Bilateral Ties
Greek Defence Minister Nikolaos Dendias visited Bangalore Military Station on Sunday, 8 February 2026, where he observed the Indian Army’s impressive operational and technical capabilities at the 515 Army Base Workshop.The visiting dignitary witnessed demonstrations of India’s indigenous drone and simulator technologies, alongside equipment displays by elite Special Forces and Combat Engineers.In