Trump recognises Indo-Pacific’s significance but reviving AUKUS not just enough

IANS | November 20, 2025 9:10 PM

Washington, Nov 20 (IANS) Having helped stitch together a patchwork of security groups like AUKUS, the Quad and the Squad - that together act as a loose architecture to deter China's advances - in the last 10 years, the US administration's decision to move ahead with AUKUS suggests that President Donald Trump continues to recognise the significance of the Indo-Pacific, a report cited on Thursday.

Exercise Trishul demonstrates India's readiness for future conflict: Report

IANS | November 20, 2025 8:56 PM

New Delhi, Nov 20 (IANS) Indian military's tri-services exercise Trishul is a matter of concern for Pakistan, as it underscores India’s wide spectrum of strike options – from surgical strikes to combined arms operations – that can be deployed swiftly if required. The Indian Army has also adopted new operational concepts and systems that could be used against Pakistan in any future conflict, a report highlighted on Thursday.

India and US discuss shared maritime interests, strengthening defence ties

IANS | November 20, 2025 4:17 PM

Washington, Nov 20 (IANS) Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi visited the National Defence University (NDU) at Washington's Fort Lesley J McNair, holding discussions with NDU President Vice Admiral Peter A Garvin on further strengthening defence ties between India and the United States.