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China's illegitimate military provocations threaten peace in Taiwan Strait
Updated : 8 months, 3 weeks ago IST
China's increased military activity near Taiwan ahead of the Han Kuang drills drew U.S. criticism, calling it destabilising. Taiwan detected 41 Chinese aircraft and tracked a carrier rocket. The U.S. urged China to avoid provocation and reiterated support for Taiwan's security.
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India-France joint military Exercise Shakti-VIII concludes, marks completi
Updated : 8 months, 3 weeks ago IST
During the exercise, the Indian contingent, comprising 90 personnel, especially from the Jammu and Kashmir Rifles battalion, and troops from the French Army's 13e Demi-Brigade de Legion Etrangere, participated in a series of mission-oriented drills tailored to sub-conventional operations.
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India and France wrap up SHAKTI 2025, strengthening military interoperabil
Updated : 8 months, 4 weeks ago IST
India and France held the eighth edition of Exercise SHAKTI in France from June 18 to July 1, 2025. The joint military drills aimed to boost interoperability, tactical coordination, and preparedness in semi-urban combat, strengthening strategic defence ties between the two nations.
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Taiwan expands Han Kuang military drills with urban resilience focus amid
Updated : 9 months ago IST
Taiwan will expand its annual Han Kuang military drills from July 9-18, adding Urban Resilience Exercises to test readiness for a prolonged conflict with China. For the first time, joint evacuation drills with civilians will be included to strengthen nationwide defence and emergency respo
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13th battalion of NDRF conducts specialised training ahead of Amarnath Yat
Updated : 9 months ago IST
With the annual Amarnath Yatra fast approaching, the 13th Battalion of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has intensified its preparedness through a series of specialised training sessions and mock drills aimed at ensuring the safety and well-being of pilgrims.
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Chinese vessels patrol disputed Senkaku waters for record 216 days
Updated : 9 months ago IST
Chinese ships have been near disputed East China Sea islands for 216 days, Japan says. The islands are claimed by Japan, China, and Taiwan. Tensions are rising, with joint Japan-US-Philippines drills and China's growing military presence, including an aircraft carrier near Japan's exclusi
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Chinese military patrols South China Sea amidst Philippines-Japan joint dr
Updated : 9 months, 1 week ago IST
The Armed Forces of the Philippines said on Sunday that Filipino military units and their counterparts from the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force conducted the second bilateral maritime cooperative exercise in the West Philippine Sea over the weekend.
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Pentagon Chief warns China preparing for war, labels Beijing top threat to
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warned that China poses a major threat, citing its military buildup and Taiwan invasion drills. He and top officials stressed the need for US military strength and vigilance, while Taiwan's defence minister said PLA exercises are increasingly aggressive and
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"Catching yaar": India players engage in intense fielding drills filled wi
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Indian players engaged in intense fielding drills, which were topped up by a fun banter between the players as they continued to fortify their preparations for the upcoming Test series against England.
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China's aircraft carrier breaches Japan's EEZ, sparks security concerns
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
A Chinese aircraft carrier group entered Japan's exclusive economic zone for the first time near Minamitori Island, conducting drills before exiting. Japan monitored the activity and raised concerns, citing increased Chinese military operations in disputed areas, according to the Taipei Time
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"People must first to learn help themselves", says retired Major General S
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
In a major preparedness initiative, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), along with the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA), HP, on Friday, conducted the 9th Statewide Mock Drills on Earthquake Disaster Management across Himachal Pradesh, including key locations in Shim
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Kerala health department issues COVID-19 guidelines, instructs hospitals t
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Given the increase in the number of COVID-19 cases in Kerala, the state health department issued guidelines to hospitals and health workers. The health department has directed the government and private hospitals to conduct Mock Drills.
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