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US will not change Taiwan status quo, says Defence Secretary
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth on Sunday reiterated that the United States has no intention of altering the status quo in Taiwan, stressing that the focus is on defence and deterrence rather than confrontation with China
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Israeli soldiers kill terrorist who crossed yellow line in Southern Gaza
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The Israel Defence Forces said Sunday that troops shot and killed a terrorist who crossed the Yellow Line in southern Gaza and advanced toward them in a threatening manner. The forces identified the suspect and opened fire, eliminating him.
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Israel destroys Hezbollah tunnel shaft, weapons depot in Southern Lebanon
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said Sunday that troops operating in southern Lebanon destroyed a tunnel shaft and a weapons depot previously used by Hezbollah.
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I urge everyone to contribute generously to Armed Forces Flag Day Fund: De
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The Nation is commemorating the Armed Forces Flag Day (AFFD) on December 7, a solemn occasion to honour the bravery, dedication, sacrifices and unwavering commitment of the Armed Forces, an official statement said on Sunday.
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Akhilesh Yadav accuses Centre, UP govt of "running the country on emotions
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Speaking to reporters in Saharanpur, the former Chief Minister of UP said the country was "paying the price for big slogans that never translated into real outcomes".
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A tribute to 20 martyrs: Rajnath Singh virtually inaugurates "Galwan War M
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Highlighting the significance of the memorial, Major General Arindam Saha, GOC, 3rd Infantry Division, said, "This Galwan War Memorial, built at an altitude of 14,500 feet, is the highest memorial of its kind and stands as a powerful symbol of national gratitude."
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Defense Minister Rajnath Singh virtually inaugurates five border bridges i
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The inaugurated bridges include the Suraithota Bridge, Pangti Bridge, Gurkuti Bridge, Ghamashali Bridge, and Niti Bridge. With the construction of these bridges, the movement of soldiers and paramilitary forces deployed along the India-China border will now become smoother than before. St
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Russia intercepts 8 Ukrainian drones in 4 hours
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Russian air defenses intercepted or destroyed eight Ukrainian drones in a span of four hours on Saturday evening, Tass reported, citing Russia's Defence Ministry.
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"Govt is taking special note of Ladakh": LG Kavinder Gupta hails inaugurat
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"It is a matter of great fortune for us that the Defence Minister inaugurated 125 development projects worth Rs 5000 Crores. Of this, Rs 2500 Crores worth of projects were for Ladakh alone. These include shock tunnels and 27 bridges/roads. Projects were also dedicated to states like Uttar
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CDS General Anil Chauhan extends greetings on Armed Forces Flag Day 2025
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Sunday extended his greetings to all ranks of the Indian Armed Forces, veterans, and Veer Naris on the occasion of Armed Forces Flag Day 2025, acknowledging their dedicated service and contributions to national security.
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"We are working with full enthusiasm for holistic development of border ar
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"Our constant effort has always been that, including Ladakh, all border areas, our communication and connectivity with them should become even stronger. If I give another example in front of you, then just recently, during the Chanakya Defence Dialogue, I inaugurated a 200 kilowatt Green
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Japan-China tensions escalate in Indo-Pacific over radar confrontation
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Japanese Defence Minister Koizumi called the incidents "dangerous and extremely regrettable" and said Japan has lodged a strong protest and told China to ensure there is no repeat.
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