American security structure over Gulf shattered but Iran's grip over Strait of Hormuz still intact: Report

IANS | April 11, 2026 9:11 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) Iran's dominance over the Strait of Hormuz remains evident, with surveillance through the chokepoint waters now extending from the tiny Iranian Larak island, while the US security structure over the Gulf has largely disintegrated, with no clear alternative framework yet in place, a report highlighted on Saturday.

Govt raises diesel duties, hikes ATF levy with immediate effect

IANS | April 11, 2026 8:12 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) The Centre on Saturday increased excise duties on petroleum products, including high-speed diesel, with immediate effect, according to a notification issued by the Ministry of Finance.

India among fastest-growing economies despite geopolitical challenges: Rajnath Singh

IANS | April 11, 2026 7:55 PM

Lucknow, April 11 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said that despite global geopolitical challenges, India remains one of the world's fastest-growing major economies today.

Untrustworthy Pakistan milked US for billions, now betrays Saudi Arabia: Report

IANS | April 11, 2026 4:20 PM

Kabul, April 11 (IANS) Pakistan’s commitment under the bilateral defence pact with Saudi Arabia appears to be largely symbolic, with Islamabad's response to Iranian strikes in the Kingdom proving hollow, a report has mentioned.

BrahMos deals deepen India's role in Indo-Pacific security

IANS | April 11, 2026 2:41 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) As India seeks to position Southeast Asia as a key market for the BrahMos missile, the supersonic cruise weapon – jointly developed by India and Russia – has generated significant interest in the region amid growing Chinese assertiveness in the South China Sea.

CDS General Anil Chauhan calls for faster decisions in AI driven battlespace

IANS | April 10, 2026 10:47 PM

Bangalore, April 10 (IANS) Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan emphasised that the multi-domain operations require convergence across physical, synthetic, and cognitive realms, highlighting the urgency of faster decision-making in an AI-driven battlespace, an official said on Friday.

West Asia crisis: 95 UAE, 10 Qatar flights expected today

IANS | April 10, 2026 8:01 PM

New Delhi, April 10 (IANS) Flights are continuing to operate from Gulf countries where airspace remains open, while around 8,43,000 passengers have travelled from the region to India since 28 February, according to a statement by the Ministry of External Affairs issued on Friday.

Super Sukhoi program: IAF indigenises BrahMos-capable fleet

IANS | April 10, 2026 7:45 PM

New Delhi, April 10 (IANS) In a major drive to achieve ‘atmanirbharata’ in defence preparedness and military prowess, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has undertaken a major indigenisation program to give the fighter jet fleets an edge by equipping them with cutting-edge components and homegrown launchers.

Qatar and UK stress on ensuring security of maritime routes, freedom of navigation

IANS | April 10, 2026 6:45 PM

Doha, April 10 (IANS) Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani on Friday met his British counterpart Keir Starmer in Doha, where both leaders discussed the latest regional developments following the recently announced ceasefire involving the United States and Iran.

Pakistani youth using their energy to fuel terrorism: Rajnath Singh

IANS | April 10, 2026 6:14 PM

Noida, April 10 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday targeted Pakistan, saying that some of the youth in that country are using their energy to fuel terrorism.

Security

American security structure over Gulf shattered but Iran's grip over Strait of Hormuz still intact: Report

Govt raises diesel duties, hikes ATF levy with immediate effect

India among fastest-growing economies despite geopolitical challenges: Rajnath Singh

Untrustworthy Pakistan milked US for billions, now betrays Saudi Arabia: Report

BrahMos deals deepen India's role in Indo-Pacific security

CDS General Anil Chauhan calls for faster decisions in AI driven battlespace

West Asia crisis: 95 UAE, 10 Qatar flights expected today

Super Sukhoi program: IAF indigenises BrahMos-capable fleet

Qatar and UK stress on ensuring security of maritime routes, freedom of navigation

Pakistani youth using their energy to fuel terrorism: Rajnath Singh

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