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Taiwan president pledges to stand with military, safeguard nation despite Chinese 'external threats'

China's military drills near Taiwan prompted President Lai Ching-te to pledge to stand with the military and protect Taiwan's freedom and democracy. He visited a Marine base, emphasizing the need to defend against external threats and ensure national security. While not directly addressing China's exercises, Lai expressed confidence in the military's ability to maintain security. The Chinese PLA's drills included fighter jets conducting mock strikes, with a focus on deterring Taiwan independence and external interference.

Taiwan tracks dozens of Chinese warplanes and navy vessels off its coast on 2nd day of drills

China says drills around Taiwan test 'seizure of power' capability

South Korea imposes sanctions on North Koreans, two Russian vessels

Seven dead in Russian strikes on Kharkiv as Kyiv pleads for weapons

Defence Ministry points gun at Godrej's housing project in Mumbai

The Defence Ministry has raised objections to a residential project undertaken by Godrej Properties in Mumbai, demanding the suspension of work on the venture. With an estimated revenue potential of Rs 7,000 crore, the project, known as Godrej Reserve, has encountered opposition due to its proximity to the Central Ordnance Depot (COD) complex in Kandivali. Spanning an 18.6-acre land parcel, Godrej Reserve has already seen the launch of approximately 1.91 million sq ft of development.

Bachelors degree conferred on 205 cadets at NDA's 146th convocation ceremony

Taiwan's military, coast guard activate in response to China's drills

Indian Navy warships complete Manila visit as part of operational deployment to South China Sea

Israel to restart Gaza truce talks as hostage video sparks outrage

US will announce $275 million more in artillery and ammunition for Ukraine, officials say

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Defence Ministry points gun at Godrej's housing project in Mumbai

Bachelors degree conferred on 205 cadets at NDA's 146th convocation ceremony

Indian Navy warships complete Manila visit as part of operational deployment to South China Sea

IAF chief VR Chaudhari inaugurates first-ever emergency medical response system in Bengaluru

Project Udbhav: Indian Army to learn war tactics from vedas, puranas, and Mahabharata

Remain focused on being combat ready at all times: Navy chief to officers

Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi has emphasized the need for the Navy to remain combat-ready to protect national maritime interests, especially in light of China's increased presence in the Indian Ocean and the volatile situation in the Red Sea. He highlighted the Navy's commitment to self-reliance and the importance of finding in-house solutions and embracing new technologies to address challenges in the maritime domain. The Navy has been actively providing assistance to cargo vessels under attack in the Red Sea, where Houthi militants have targeted ships to pressure Israel.

Joint military exercise 'Shakti': Indian, French armies share drills, expertise in jungle survival techniques

US on track to establish domestic rare earths supply chain for defence, official says

Manipur: Cache Of arms, ammunition recovered by security forces in joint operation

Ancient Indian wisdom rooted in 5000-year-old civilizational legacy: Army Chief General Manoj Pande

'Don't think people are saying PoK will be part of India; PoK was always a part of India': EAM S Jaishankar

International

Taiwan tracks dozens of Chinese warplanes and navy vessels off its coast on 2nd day of drills

The defence ministry said it tracked 49 warplanes and 19 navy vessels, as well as Chinese coast guard vessels, and that 35 of the planes flew across the median of the Taiwan Strait, the de facto boundary between the sides, over a 24-hour period from Thursday to Friday.

Taiwan president pledges to stand with military, safeguard nation despite Chinese 'external threats'

China says drills around Taiwan test 'seizure of power' capability

South Korea imposes sanctions on North Koreans, two Russian vessels

Seven dead in Russian strikes on Kharkiv as Kyiv pleads for weapons

Israel to restart Gaza truce talks as hostage video sparks outrage

Taiwan's military, coast guard activate in response to China's drills

US will announce $275 million more in artillery and ammunition for Ukraine, officials say

With Ukraine losing ground, allies debate how to squeeze cash for Kyiv out of frozen Russian assets

Deputy Russian military chief of staff jailed for bribery in latest arrest of senior defense official

Industry

IAF successfully conducts night vision goggles-aided landing in Eastern sector

The Indian Air Force (IAF) achieved a significant milestone by successfully landing an aircraft using night vision goggles (NVG) for the first time on an advanced landing ground in the Eastern sector. This advancement enhances the IAF's operational capabilities, allowing for safer and more effective operations in low-light conditions.

Defence industry world over facing capacity crunch, India must step up to fulfil needs: Defence Secretary

Indian Coast Guard and Jindal Steel & Power sign MoU to enhance indigenous shipbuilding

AI-controlled F-16 fighter jet completes successful test flight with Air Force Secretary onboard

Missile defence successes in Gulf, Ukraine fuel global urgency to acquire systems

6th barge of LSAM 16 series built by private firm launched in Thane

A new barge, the sixth in the LSAM 16 series, was launched in Thane, Maharashtra, by a private firm. This barge, named 'Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge, LSAM 20 (Yard 130)', will aid the Indian Navy in transporting articles and ammunition to ships. Built by MSME Shipyard, Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, the barge is part of a project involving 11 such barges. The project aims to enhance the Navy's operational capabilities and is a testament to the 'Make in India' initiative.

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