China's growing presence in Indian Ocean and Pacific reflects wider strategic ambitions: Report

IANS | September 26, 2026 5:14 PM

Kampala, Sep 26 (IANS) China’s growing footprint across Indian Ocean island states reflects a blend of economic investment, diplomatic outreach and strategic engagement. Infrastructure projects have opened the door to greater economic influence, while closer political ties have strengthened Beijing’s regional reach, a report has stated.

Pakistan braces for bloody PTI confrontation, lockdown imposed amid casualty fears

Vicky Nanjappa | September 26, 2026 4:41 PM

New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) Pakistan is witnessing a virtual lockdown ahead of the massive march planned by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party. The march originally scheduled to be held on September 27 will now take place on October 4.

NCW takes suo motu cognisance of molestation of girl in Banka; directs Bihar Police to submit ATR

IANS | September 26, 2026 1:24 PM

Patna, Sep 26 (IANS) The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of an alleged incident involving the public harassment, molestation, and assault of a young girl at the Mandar Parvat tourist site in Bihar's Banka district.

West Asia crisis: The Makkah defence pact's strategic significance and emerging challenges

IANS | September 25, 2026 7:52 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) The Makkah Joint Defence Agreement between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan in Mecca is being discussed for its strategic significance and emerging challenges since being signed on August 7 this year amid the crisis in West Asia.

Rs 60 cr to Rs 4,000 cr revenue: Drone Federation chief credits Make in India and PLI programs for robust growth

IANS | September 25, 2026 6:25 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) Hailing the government’s push for indigenising drone manufacturing under the Drone Rules Policy 2021 and accelerating the growth of the drone ecosystem with schemes like Production Linked Incentives (PLI), the Drone Federation chief said on Friday that revenue from the sector has grown from Rs 60 crore in 2021 to Rs 4,000 crore in 2025.

Tiny secret meets, lone-actor targets: Islamic State strategy puts South India on alert

Vicky Nanjappa | September 25, 2026 2:05 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) India’s intelligence agencies have launched heightened surveillance on small, secret gatherings across South Indian states following reports that the Islamic State is deploying a micro-group strategy to radicalise local youth.

ISI shifts focus from Dawood’s operations to protecting him near Karachi port

Vicky Nanjappa | September 25, 2026 1:18 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) has reportedly changed its approach towards fugitive underworld figure Dawood Ibrahim, with greater emphasis now being placed on keeping him secure and moving him to a location near Karachi port.

Gujarat Police honours over 30 retired senior officers at 'Salute Our Mentors' programme

IANS | September 24, 2026 11:36 PM

Gandhinagar, Sep 24 (IANS) The Gujarat Police on Thursday honoured more than 30 retired DGP- and ADGP-rank officers at a 'Salute Our Mentors' programme at Police Bhavan, with Director General of Police (DGP) Gyanendra Singh Malik recalling how guidance received during his probation and early postings continued to influence his career.

INS Sudarshini arrive in Egypt for second visit, strengthening bridges of friendship across seas

IANS | September 24, 2026 10:59 PM

Cairo, Sep 24 (IANS) Indian Navy's Sail Training Ship INS Sudarshini arrived at Alexandria, Egypt, for a second port call during the return leg of Lokayan 26 transoceanic expedition, strengthening bridges of friendship across the seas, the Ministry of Defence said on Thursday.

Gujarat: RRU trains prison officers from 12 states to identify mental health risks

IANS | September 24, 2026 10:52 PM

Gandhinagar, Sep 24 (IANS) Prison officers from 12 states are being trained to identify psychological and behavioural risks among inmates, including suicide and self-harm risks, under a national capacity-building programme launched by Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) in Gujarat.

Security

China's growing presence in Indian Ocean and Pacific reflects wider strategic ambitions: Report

Pakistan braces for bloody PTI confrontation, lockdown imposed amid casualty fears

NCW takes suo motu cognisance of molestation of girl in Banka; directs Bihar Police to submit ATR

West Asia crisis: The Makkah defence pact's strategic significance and emerging challenges

Rs 60 cr to Rs 4,000 cr revenue: Drone Federation chief credits Make in India and PLI programs for robust growth

Tiny secret meets, lone-actor targets: Islamic State strategy puts South India on alert

ISI shifts focus from Dawood’s operations to protecting him near Karachi port

Gujarat Police honours over 30 retired senior officers at 'Salute Our Mentors' programme

INS Sudarshini arrive in Egypt for second visit, strengthening bridges of friendship across seas

Gujarat: RRU trains prison officers from 12 states to identify mental health risks

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