Operation Sindoor’s psychological impact: Pakistan tries to boost military morale at the cost of people

Vicky Nanjappa | June 26, 2026 1:12 PM

New Delhi, June 26 (IANS) The impact Operation Sindoor had on the morale of the Pakistan Army is becoming increasingly visible. Post the operation that was carried out by the Indian armed forces to avenge the Pahalgam attack, Pakistan falsely claimed that it had, in fact, managed to gain the upper hand over India. Officials say that Operation Sindoor did not just have an impact on the Pakistan Army’s morale, but the same is visible among the rest of the security forces in the country.

India emerges as ‘preferred partner’ for Seychelles in maritime security and climate resilience: Report

IANS | June 25, 2026 10:46 PM

Canberra, June 25 (IANS) India has increasingly positioned itself as a "preferred partner" for climate-vulnerable island nations like Seychelles through its island diplomacy, while enhancing maritime security cooperation and advancing climate resilience efforts. By accelerating support for Seychelles' security and blue economy, India is seeking to balance geopolitical interests with local legitimacy, a report has stated.

'Inspirational for youth': IAF chief AP Singh on Shubhanshu Shukla's book

IANS | June 25, 2026 4:25 PM

New Delhi, June 25 (IANS) Indian Air Force (IAF) Chief Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh hoped on Thursday that there would be many more astronauts than just one Shubhanshu Shukla in the coming years and complemented the IAF Group Captain for recounting his 20-day space experience in a book to inspire youngsters.

Singapore envoy, CDS General Raja Subramani discuss bilateral defence ties

IANS | June 23, 2026 8:29 PM

New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) Singapore's High Commissioner to India, Simon Wong, held a meeting with Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General NS Raja Subramani on Tuesday, discussing defence cooperation between the armed forces of two nations through exercises, exchanges and established dialogues.