India and Myanmar discuss enhancing maritime security in Bay of Bengal

IANS | May 5, 2026 4:27 PM

Naypyitaw, May 5 (IANS) Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi held a meeting with Myanmar Navy's Commander-in-Chief Admiral Htein Win in Naypyitaw, discussing aspects related to growing bilateral ties. Talks also focused on advancing naval engagements between both countries, including on maritime engagement opportunities, capacity building, training exchanges and Mobile Training Teams (MTTs), hydrography, and enhancing interoperability.

Killed 14 Pakistani soldiers in 10 operations across Balochistan: Armed group

IANS | May 5, 2026 3:28 PM

Quetta, May 5 (IANS) A Baloch armed group has claimed responsibility for launching 10 operations against Pakistani forces and killing 10 military personnel and four alleged "state agents" during attacks across several districts of Balochistan, including Kharan, Washuk, Awaran, Kech and Mastung, local media reported.