International | June 16, 2025
FATF Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack But Stops Short Of Calling Out Pakistan
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has strongly condemned the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, 2025 (which left 26 civilians dead) but did not single out Pakistan, despite its historical issues with terrorist financing....
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Army
Asim Munir’s Dilemma: Why Pakistan Army Chief’s US Visit Has Taken a Tense
Pakistani Army Chief General Asim Munir’s ongoing visit to the United States, originally intended as a strategic engagement following
Sri Lanka Army Chief At His Alma Mater IMA For PoP: Why Does
Lieutenant General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, concluded a significant four-day official visit to India
Tololing Remembered: Army Pays Homage With Peak Expedition. Here’s What To Know
As India prepares to observe the 26th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, the Army has ramped up its commemorative activities—from
After Ex ‘Nomadic Elephant’ in Mongolia, Indian Army To Partake In Multilateral Ex
Just as one contingent of the Indian Army gets ready to conclude bilateral exercise Nomadic Elephant and return to India
How Indian Army Carved A Path Out Of Snow For Pilgrims To Hemkund
In a remarkable logistical and humanitarian effort, the Indian Army cleared a six-kilometre glacier-bound route to Shri Hemkund Sahib, enabling
Pakistan Army Chief To Visit US. Here’s What It Means
Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir Ahmed Shah is expected to visit Washington DC on June 12
International
Israel-Iran Conflict: MEA Sets Up Control Room, Helpline Numbers— Is A Big Evacuation
The Indian government has ramped up efforts to ensure the safety of its nationals in Iran and Israel amid
Paris Air Show 2025: Airbus Bags Order For 40 Planes From Saudi Arabia-based
Saudi Arabia-based aircraft lessor AviLease has signed a significant order with Airbus at the 2025 Paris Airshow, committing to
FATF Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack But Stops Short Of Calling Out Pakistan
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has strongly condemned the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, 2025 (which left 26
China’s Nuclear Weapons Arsenal Is Fastest Growing In The World: SIPRI
China is expanding its nuclear arsenal faster than any other country, according to a report released Monday (June 16) by
Asim Munir’s Dilemma: Why Pakistan Army Chief’s US Visit Has Taken a Tense
Pakistani Army Chief General Asim Munir’s ongoing visit to the United States, originally intended as a strategic engagement following May’s
Will Israel’s War on Iran End in Victory, Compromise, or Chaos?
As Israeli missiles rained down on Iran’s nuclear facilities, airbases, and key military installations, and Iran retaliated with drone strikes
Navy
Israel-Iran Conflict: MEA Sets Up Control Room, Helpline Numbers— Is A Big Evacuation Op Coming?
The Indian government has ramped up efforts to ensure the safety of its nationals in Iran and Israel
Paris Air Show 2025: Airbus Bags Order For 40 Planes From Saudi Arabia-based Aircraft Lessor
Saudi Arabia-based aircraft lessor AviLease has signed a significant order with Airbus at the 2025 Paris Airshow, committing
FATF Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack But Stops Short Of Calling Out Pakistan
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has strongly condemned the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, 2025 (which left 26
China’s Nuclear Weapons Arsenal Is Fastest Growing In The World: SIPRI
China is expanding its nuclear arsenal faster than any other country, according to a report released Monday (June 16) by
Asim Munir’s Dilemma: Why Pakistan Army Chief’s US Visit Has Taken a Tense Turn
Pakistani Army Chief General Asim Munir’s ongoing visit to the United States, originally intended as a strategic engagement following May’s
Will Israel’s War on Iran End in Victory, Compromise, or Chaos?
As Israeli missiles rained down on Iran’s nuclear facilities, airbases, and key military installations, and Iran retaliated with drone strikes
Airforce
Indian Air Force Confirms ‘Fully Aware’ of ‘British F-35’ Fighter Jet’s Emergency Landing in Kerala
A British Royal Navy F-35B Lightning II fighter jet made an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on
IAF, USAF Sharpen Joint Special Ops Skills in First-Ever Exercise Tiger Claw
Exercise Tiger Claw 2025 marked the first-ever independent Special Forces exercise conducted jointly by the Indian Air Force
Indonesia-Turkey $10 Billion Fighter Jet Deal: What Does It Mean for Both Nations?
In a major step towards expanding its aerial combat capabilities, Indonesia has signed a landmark agreement with Turkey to acquire
Russia Launches Record 479 UAVs On Ukraine, Shows Growing Mettle Of Drone Warfare
Russia launched a record-breaking 479 drones in overnight attacks across multiple regions of Ukraine, including for the first time the
IAF Conducts Major Combat Exercise Near Pakistan Border Amid Rising Tensions
The Indian Air Force (IAF) launched a major combat drill near the India-Pakistan International Border in Rajasthan on Saturday (June
India’s CDS Admits To Losses During Op Sindoor, But Armed Forces Achieved Decisive Advantage
India suffered losses during Operation Sindoor, but the armed forces achieved a decisive advantage after refining their tactics after the
Coast Guard
Indian Coast Guard Launches Fifth FPV ‘Achal’ Amid Push For Indigenous Shipbuilding
India’s maritime security infrastructure received a fresh boost on Monday (June 16)c, with the launch of ‘Achal’, the
Taiwan Conducts Joint Military-Coast Guard Drill to Counter China’s ‘Grey Zone’ Threat
Taiwan’s Coast Guard and military units held a joint exercise in the port city of Kaohsiung on Sunday
Key Coast Guard, Navy Ships Used In Massive Rescue Op For Fire-Struck Ship Off Kerala
Singapore-flagged container ship MV Wan Hai 503 reported a fire onboard on Monday (June 9), approximately 78 nautical miles off Beypore, Kerala.
Indian Coast Guard Inaugurates New Jetty at Vizhinjam to Boost Maritime Operations
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) inaugurated a new jetty at Vizhinjam, Thiruvananthapuram, on Saturday (June 7, 2025), significantly enhancing the
Indian Coast Guard Issues Weather Warnings Amid Developing Low-Pressure System in Arabian Sea
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has intensified its vigilance by actively issuing weather warnings to fishermen and mariners in response
Indian Coast Guard Champions Women’s Empowerment in Maritime Security at Sri Lanka Regional Dialogue
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has taken a significant step towards strengthening maritime security and promoting women’s empowerment by participating
Paramilitary
Inside Op Shiva: 42,000 Indian Army, Paramilitary Personnel Ensure Amarnath Yatra Security
The Indian Army has launched Operation Shiva, a large-scale joint security operation involving over 42,000 troops and paramilitary
Senior Maoist Leader With Rs 45 Lakh Bounty Killed In Encounter With Security Forces in
Senior Maoist leader Mailarapu Adellu, alias Bhaskar, who had a total bounty of Rs 45 lakh on his
2.5 Tonnes of Maoist-Looted Explosives Recovered in Odisha-Jharkhand Border Operation
In a major breakthrough, security forces have recovered 2.5 tonnes of explosive gelatin sticks looted by Maoists from a truck
From Rats to Bees to Dolphins: How Animals Are Taking on Frontline Military Roles
Across continents and conflict zones, militaries are turning to an unlikely force multiplier: animals. From bomb-sniffing rats in Cambodia and
CISF’s Geeta Samota Becomes First Officer from Force to Summit Mount Everest
Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) Sub-Inspector Geeta Samota made history by becoming the first CISF officer to summit Mount Everest,
Centre Approves Deployment of 296 CISF Personnel at Nangal Dam Amid Punjab–Haryana Tensions
Amid rising tensions between Punjab and Haryana over water distribution, the Central Government on Wednesday (May 21) approved the deployment
Defence r&d
Explained: IITD, DRDO’s Leap In ‘Unhackable’ Quantum Entanglement Communication Tech
India has taken a major step forward in quantum technology by successfully demonstrating quantum secure communication using quantum
QuBeats, ADITI 2.0 Defence Challenge Winner, To Build India’s First Quantum Positioning System
Indian quantum deeptech startup QuBeats has been declared the winner of the ADITI 2.0 Defence Challenge, securing a
Availability Of Propulsion System Key Challenge For Indigenous UAVs: DRDO Chief
As India ramps up efforts to develop cutting-edge unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for both surveillance and combat roles, the Defence
‘Bioprinting’: Here’s How US Army Wants To Treat Battle-wounded Soldiers Using 3D Printing
The US Army is exploring cutting-edge bioprinting technology to create 3D-printed human tissue that could help heal wounds, regenerate damaged
DRDO Develops Indigenous Membrane for Seawater Desalination: All You Need To Know
The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has developed a high-pressure, nanoporous multilayered polymeric membrane designed for seawater desalination. This
India’s Expanding Missile Arsenal: From Battlefield Edge to Strategic Deterrence
India’s missile capability today spans the full range of operational needs — from tactical battlefield systems to long-range strategic deterrence.
Defence Industry
China’s Nuclear Weapons Arsenal Is Fastest Growing In The World: SIPRI
China is expanding its nuclear arsenal faster than any other country, according to a report released Monday (June
Will India Collaborate With Russia To Make SU-57 Jets? Report Says New Delhi Considering It
India is considering a Russian proposal to collaborate on the manufacturing of the SU-57, its fifth-generation stealth fighter,
QuBeats, ADITI 2.0 Defence Challenge Winner, To Build India’s First Quantum Positioning System
Indian quantum deeptech startup QuBeats has been declared the winner of the ADITI 2.0 Defence Challenge, securing a government grant
India’s Defence Self-Reliance Gets Boost With DRDO ToT Of Nine Indigenous Systems To Industry
In a major boost to India’s defence production capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has transferred nine advanced
Indian Army Projects Requirement for 4,000 Top-Attack Anti-Tank Mines: Report
The Indian Army has issued a request for information (RFI) for the procurement of 4,000 advanced top-attack anti-tank mines, in
Dassault, Tata To Manufacture Rafale Fighter Jet Fuselage In India: Why Is This Significant?
In a significant boost to India’s aerospace capabilities, French aircraft manufacturer Dassault Aviation and Tata Advanced Systems Limited have announced
Space
Launch Of Axiom-4 Mission Carrying Indian Astronaut Delayed Again: What’s Going On?
The Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission, carrying Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla to the International Space Station (ISS), has
Axiom-4 Mission, To Be Piloted By India’s Gp Capt Shubhanshu Shukla, Delayed— Here’s Why
The launch of the Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission, which includes Indian Air Force Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, has been
IAF’s Shubhanshu Shukla To Go To Space On Ax-4 rocket: What’s the Gaganyaan connect?
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla of the Indian Air Force will blast off into orbit next week as part of Axiom
Satellites Key to India’s National Security and Civil Development, Says ISRO Chief
ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan has asserted that satellite technology is vital for India’s national security, disaster preparedness, and citizen services.
Australia Prepares for First-Ever Orbital Rocket Launch with a Jar of ‘Vegemite’ on Board
Australia could mark a historic first this week with the attempted launch of the Eris rocket, the country’s first domestically
Cyber
North Korean Hackers Launch Cyber Attacks on Ukrainian Government Agencies
Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) groups from North Korea have initiated targeted cyber-attacks against Ukrainian government agencies, aiming to
Chakra-V: CBI Busts Cybercrime Ring Targeting US, Canada Citizens; Rs 2.8 Cr In Crypto Seized
In a major breakthrough under its anti-cybercrime initiative ‘Chakra-V’, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has unearthed an
EU pledges to bolster cybersecurity amid concerns over US dependency
The European Union is intensifying its efforts to enhance cybersecurity measures for businesses and governments, following a funding scare in
India’s Digital Forensics Abilities Need Urgent Upgrade As Gap Of 90,000 Professionals Persists
A recent report has warned that India’s digital forensics capabilities need urgent upscaling to meet growing cyber and national security
Operation CyberShakti: Indian Hackers Claim Massive Cyberattacks on Pakistani Government Websites
Amid escalating military tensions between India and Pakistan, a parallel conflict is unfolding in cyberspace, with Indian vigilante hackers reportedly
Global Cyber Warfare Market to Reach USD 127.1 Billion by 2032: Key Insights
The global cyber warfare market is experiencing rapid growth, driven by a rise in sophisticated cyber threats, increasing reliance on