How China Is Stoking Fear About Travel to Japan
From earthquake warnings to bear attack alerts, Beijing is deploying a campaign of exaggeration and disinformation to punish Tokyo’s support for Taiwan.
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India Nears Triple SSBN Milestone With INS Aridhaman Commissioning To Fortify Nuclear Deterrence
India’s naval capabilities are set to receive a significant boost with the anticipated commissioning of its third indigenous nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine, INS Aridhaman, designated as S4 in the Arihant class. This development promises to enhance the nation’s sea-based nuclear deterrence amid evolving regional security dynamics.The submarine is currently undergoing its final phases
Admiral Paparo’s India Tour Bolsters Indo-Pacific Defence Collaboration
US Indo-Pacific Commander Adm. Samuel J Paparo in the cockpit of TEJAS Jet in BangaloreAdmiral Samuel J Paparo, Commander of the US Indo-Pacific Command, undertook a significant visit to India from 14 to 19 February 2026, aimed at bolstering the already robust defence ties between the two nations.The trip, which spanned New Delhi, Chandimandir, and Bengaluru, highlighted India’s pivotal role in
Donald Trump Invites China And Russia To Oversee UN Via New ‘Board of Peace’
US President Donald Trump has convened the inaugural meeting of his newly established Board of Peace, voicing a strong desire to include China and Russia among its members.Speaking to reporters in Washington DC, Trump revealed that invitations have already been extended to both nations, though neither has yet confirmed its participation.Trump emphasised his personal rapport with Chinese President
How Did Draco Malfoy Get Mixed Up With Lunar New Year?
It all comes down to a love of wordplay.
S5 Nuke Boat: India’s 17,000-Ton Nuclear Titans To Shadow China’s Heartland
India’s S5-class submarines represent a monumental leap in the nation’s nuclear deterrence posture, poised to redefine its strategic maritime capabilities.Speculation abounds that these vessels will displace between 16,500 and 17,000 tons submerged—figures rivalling the behemoths of the US Ohio class and Britain’s Vanguard class—far exceeding the 13,500 tons often cited in preliminary
China-Linked Hackers Use Dell RecoverPoint Flaw to Drop GrimBolt Malware
Dell warns of a critical security hole in its RecoverPoint software exploited by hackers. Learn how to protect your data from the CVE-2026-22769 vulnerability and the new GrimBolt malware.
Sydney businessman falsely claimed security advice given to Chinese spies came from Kevin Rudd, court hears
The former PM is expected to testify in the foreign interference trial of businessman Alexander CsergoFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastSecurity and defence advice falsely c…
Bridging The Skies: India’s 114 Rafale Order As Strategic Imperative
India faces a pressing challenge in maintaining air superiority, with the Indian Air Force’s fighter squadrons dwindling to 29 against a sanctioned strength of 42. Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh recently emphasised that without a robust military, other national power elements like economic strength diminish in relevance.This stark reality underscores the urgency of addressing the quantitative gap,
Year of the fire horse – explained: the Chinese zodiac sign that’s all about intensity
Lunar new year has ushered in a rare zodiac symbol with a reputation for energy and independenceAs the lunar new year begins, the focus has turned to the Chinese zodiac and the arrival of the year of the fire horse – a rare pairing in the 60-year lunar…