India-Philippines strategic partnership and changing dynamics in South China Sea

Baidya Bikash Basu | August 8, 2025 8:37 PM

New Delhi/Manila: Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Romualdez Marcos Jr., the 17th President of the Philippines, paid a State Visit to India from August 4-8. President Marcos' visit marked the establishment of Strategic Partnership between India and the Philippines while celebrating the 75th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between the two nations. President Marcos was accompanied by 14 ministers, senior officials and a large business delegation during his India visit.

Pakistan mineral deal: Will US learn what China didn’t in Balochistan

Vicky Nanjappa | August 8, 2025 7:41 PM

New Delhi, Aug 8 (IANS) After signing a minerals and mining deal with the U.S, Pakistan may be in “seventh heaven.” However, the realities are different, and this deal could in fact further worsen the security concerns in Balochistan.

J&K anti-terrorist operation enters 8th day; most protracted anti-terror action in decades

IANS | August 8, 2025 10:01 AM

Srinagar, Aug 8 (IANS) The anti-terrorist operation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district entered its 8th day on Friday, making it one of the longest anti-terrorist actions in decades in the Union Territory.

NCERT introduces chapters on war heroes Manekshaw, Usman & Sharma

IANS | August 7, 2025 9:11 PM

New Delhi, Aug 7 (IANS) In a significant move to foster patriotism and impart lessons on bravery and sacrifice, the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has introduced chapters on three legendary Indian war heroes, Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Brigadier Mohammad Usman, and Major Somnath Sharma, in its new academic curriculum.

I-Day alert: ISI plots strike via Bangladesh-based terror groups, warns IB

Vicky Nanjappa | August 7, 2025 7:49 PM

New Delhi, Aug 7 (IANS) Ahead of Independence Day, the Intelligence Bureau has issued a warning that some terror groups may try and strike in various parts of the country.

Trump tariff actions 'unfair, unjustified', national interest top priority: India

IANS | August 6, 2025 8:55 PM

New Delhi, Aug 6 (IANS) India on Wednesday reiterated that the latest tariff actions by US President Donald Trump are "unfair, unjustified and unreasonable".

Sky-borne threat: Pakistan’s drone network fuelling drugs, arms smuggling and infiltrations into India

Vicky Nanjappa | August 6, 2025 8:24 PM

New Delhi, Aug 6 (IANS) Post Operation Sindoor, there was a lull in rogue drones entering Indian territory. However, recent sightings in Punjab of drones once again put the security agencies on high alert.

India and Russia discuss ways to further intensify defence partnership

IANS | August 6, 2025 4:28 PM

Moscow, Aug 6 (IANS) Russia's Deputy Defence Minister Colonel General Aleksandr Fomin on Wednesday held a meeting with Vinay Kumar, India's Ambassador to Russia, as both sides discussed ways to further intensify the multifaceted India-Russia Special Privileged Strategic Partnership.

Defence Ministry gives nod for military hardware worth Rs 67,000 crore to beef up armed forces

IANS | August 5, 2025 9:17 PM

New Delhi, Aug 5 (IANS) The Defence Acquisition Council, under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, on Tuesday approved various proposals for buying military hardware at a total cost of about Rs 67,000 crore.

Hunted and hiding: ISI moves Masood Azhar across safe houses as Jaish-e-Muhammad cadres’ morale crumbles

Vicky Nanjappa | August 5, 2025 8:38 PM

New Delhi, Aug 5 (IANS) In the aftermath of Operation Sindoor, the Pakistan terror groups faced plenty of casualties. While over 100 terrorists were killed, their headquarters, launchpads and training facilities were also destroyed.

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India-Philippines strategic partnership and changing dynamics in South China Sea

Pakistan mineral deal: Will US learn what China didn’t in Balochistan

J&K anti-terrorist operation enters 8th day; most protracted anti-terror action in decades

NCERT introduces chapters on war heroes Manekshaw, Usman & Sharma

I-Day alert: ISI plots strike via Bangladesh-based terror groups, warns IB

Trump tariff actions 'unfair, unjustified', national interest top priority: India

Sky-borne threat: Pakistan’s drone network fuelling drugs, arms smuggling and infiltrations into India

India and Russia discuss ways to further intensify defence partnership

Defence Ministry gives nod for military hardware worth Rs 67,000 crore to beef up armed forces

Hunted and hiding: ISI moves Masood Azhar across safe houses as Jaish-e-Muhammad cadres’ morale crumbles

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