Pakistan faces scrutiny over security breach during deadly protests following Khamenei's killing: Report

IANS | March 10, 2026 9:13 PM

Islamabad, March 10 (IANS) While the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, during a recent joint US–Israel aerial strike, prompted celebration among members of the Iranian diaspora around the world, in Pakistan, angry protests turned violent, resulting in 35 deaths and injuries to over 100 people with no arrests so far, a report highlighted on Tuesday.

Rajnath Singh releases roadmap 2047 for future-ready military

IANS | March 10, 2026 9:08 PM

New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday stressed innovation, advanced technologies, and a modern training framework while releasing a vision document on strategic military reforms.

President Trump has specific mission to accomplish, Iran war will not become endless: Hegseth

IANS | March 10, 2026 7:58 PM

Washington, March 10 (IANS) US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday sought to reassure Americans and allies that the ongoing military campaign against Iran would remain tightly limited, saying the operation had clearly defined objectives and would not turn into a prolonged war.

Iran missile attacks down 90 per cent, says Pentagon

IANS | March 10, 2026 7:51 PM

Washington, March 10 (IANS) The United States said Tuesday that Iranian missile and drone capabilities have been significantly degraded during the first 10 days of 'Operation Epic Fury', with ballistic missile attacks dropping sharply as American strikes intensify.

Death, fire, and fury will rain upon Iran if flow of oil is stopped through Strait of Hormuz: US

IANS | March 10, 2026 7:44 PM

Washington, March 10 (IANS) US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday warned Iran against disrupting traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, saying President Donald Trump was prepared to respond with overwhelming force if Tehran tried to choke one of the world’s most sensitive energy routes.

India’s daughters expand presence across armed forces

IANS | March 10, 2026 5:35 PM

New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) Women are steadily expanding their role in India’s armed forces, marking a significant shift in the traditionally male-dominated defence establishment as policy reforms and institutional changes open new avenues across the Army, Navy and Air Force.

Iran trying to hold the world hostage: US State Secy Rubio

IANS | March 9, 2026 9:46 PM

Washington, March 9 (IANS) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, on Monday, accused Iran's leadership of trying to "hold the world hostage", saying American forces were carrying out a military operation aimed at dismantling the regime's missile capabilities and weakening what he described as the world's leading sponsor of terrorism.

Pakistan's war on Afghanistan casts shadow over IMF funding

IANS | March 9, 2026 4:22 PM

New Delhi, March 9 (IANS) Pakistan's raging war across the border with Afghanistan has put in danger the next instalment of the IMF funding that Islamabad so desperately needs, according to a media article.

US asked India to buy Russian oil to avoid China: Energy Secretary Wright

IANS | March 8, 2026 9:24 PM

Washington, March 8 (IANS) US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said on Sunday that the US asked India to purchase Russian oil cargoes that were waiting to unload at Chinese refineries in a bid to stabilise global energy markets during the ongoing conflict with Iran.

UAE intercepts 113 unmanned aerial vehicles and 16 ballistic missiles

IANS | March 8, 2026 8:24 PM

Abu Dhabi, March 8 (IANS) The UAE said on Sunday that its air defences have detected 17 ballistic missiles, of which 16 were destroyed, while one missile fell into the sea.