'Where's the confusion?', Priyanka Chaturvedi on renewed 'Op Sindoor' debate on martyrs

IANS | July 1, 2026 11:36 AM

Mumbai, July 1 (IANS) Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi on Wednesday questioned the renewed political debate over the number of soldiers martyred during 'Operation Sindoor', while recalling that both the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force had recognised the loss earlier and had paid tributes to the six personnel who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty.

Will lead Indian Army with ideals of duty, honour and Nation First: Gen Dhiraj Seth

IANS | July 1, 2026 10:31 AM

New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) Chief of Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth on Wednesday expressed happiness over his new appointment and said that he will lead the force with "an unwavering commitment to the ideals of duty, honour and 'Nation First'.

Iranian President appreciates PM Modi's personal role in supporting peace, stability, and regional cooperation (Ld)

IANS | June 30, 2026 11:44 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Tuesday appreciated Prime Minister Narendra Modi's personal role in supporting peace, stability, and regional cooperation during their telephonic conversation.

Global police network counters drone threats

IANS | June 30, 2026 10:20 PM

Washington, June 30 (IANS) Law enforcement agencies from dozens of countries are sharing intelligence in real time through a multinational command centre in the United States as authorities respond to more than 1,100 drone detections and hundreds of other security threats during the FIFA World Cup, US officials said.

ICG bids farewell to one of its oldest hovercrafts; to be displayed at museum in Kolkata

IANS | June 30, 2026 7:38 PM

Kolkata, June 30 (IANS) The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) bid farewell to one of its oldest Air Cushion Vehicles (ACVs) -- also known as hovercrafts -- at Haldia in West Bengal on Tuesday, officials said.

India's defence exports rise from Rs 1,000 crore to Rs 39,000 crore: Rajnath Singh

IANS | June 30, 2026 4:28 PM

Vadodara, June 30 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said India's defence exports had risen from around Rs 1,000 crore in 2014 to approximately Rs 39,000 crore, attributing the increase to reforms aimed at expanding domestic manufacturing and encouraging private sector participation.

General Dhiraj Seth becomes new Chief of Army Staff

IANS | June 30, 2026 2:28 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) General Dhiraj Seth took over as the next Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), succeeding General Upendra Dwivedi upon his retirement on Tuesday.

Amarnath Yatra on ISI radar as Pakistan seeks diversion from PoK crisis: Intelligence

Vicky Nanjappa | June 30, 2026 1:26 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) A diversion away from the developments in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Balochistan and Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir (PoK) is what Pakistan is in desperate need of. The Indian agencies now warn that to divert attention the ISI would attempt some misadventure during the Amarnath Yatra that is scheduled to commence on July 3.

Desperate SFJ looks to target Punjab polls with major disinformation campaign

Vicky Nanjappa | June 30, 2026 12:21 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) Elections in Punjab are slated to be held in February next year, but the poll fever in the state is already high. As political parties gear up to face the elections, a major disinformation campaign in the state is being planned by the Sikhs for Justice (SFJ).

Our valiant soldiers have held India's flag high across globe, says Gen Dwivedi

IANS | June 30, 2026 11:49 AM

New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) Outgoing Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi on Tuesday said that the valiant soldiers of the force have "held India's flag high across the globe" with their loyalty, courage and discipline.

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'Where's the confusion?', Priyanka Chaturvedi on renewed 'Op Sindoor' debate on martyrs

Will lead Indian Army with ideals of duty, honour and Nation First: Gen Dhiraj Seth

Iranian President appreciates PM Modi's personal role in supporting peace, stability, and regional cooperation (Ld)

Global police network counters drone threats

ICG bids farewell to one of its oldest hovercrafts; to be displayed at museum in Kolkata

India's defence exports rise from Rs 1,000 crore to Rs 39,000 crore: Rajnath Singh

General Dhiraj Seth becomes new Chief of Army Staff

Amarnath Yatra on ISI radar as Pakistan seeks diversion from PoK crisis: Intelligence

Desperate SFJ looks to target Punjab polls with major disinformation campaign

Our valiant soldiers have held India's flag high across globe, says Gen Dwivedi

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