Page 11 - External Affairs & Defence Security

EAM Jaishankar meets US NSA Jake Sullivan, discusses bilateral ties

As per a press release by the Ministry of External Affairs, S Jaishankar is visiting the United States of America from December 24 to December 29

Indian Coast Guard rescues 9 crew members after vessel sinks in Arabian Sea

According to officials, the rescue operation saw collaboration between Indian and Pakistani maritime authorities

Rajnath Singh to chair Armed Forces Flag Day CSR conclave in Delhi on Fri

The event organised by Kendriya Sainik Board under Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare aims to highlight the measures taken for rehabilitation, resettlement and welfare of the veterans

Pact with India to end standoff being implemented effectively, says China

Chinese Defence Spokesperson Senior Colonel Zhang Xiaogang made the remarks during a media briefing here while answering a question on the December 18 Special Representatives talks

From Ram Mandir inauguration to Gukesh's chess glory: India's 2024 rewind

Year ender 2024: This year India saw historical milestones, political showdowns, sporting triumphs, and tragedies. Here's a look back on key moments that made headlines in 2024

Govt initiates anti-dumping probe into LNG fuel tanks imports from China

If it is established that the dumping has caused material injury to domestic players, the DGTR would recommend the imposition of anti-dumping duty on these imports

Bangladesh 2024: Hasina's India refuge casts shadow over Dhaka-Delhi ties

The anti-government protests resulted in the deaths of more than 1,500 people, including students, in confrontations between protestors and security forces

Pakistani air strikes in Afghanistan missed TTP targets? Find out here

TTP-linked social media accounts claim all their commanders, including the media cell head, are alive and unharmed, refuting Pakistani security officials' assertions

Chinese firms Xiaomi, Haier tap reserves, loans for expansion in India

Faced with delays in equity funding approvals, Chinese companies such as Xiaomi, SAIC, and Haier are turning to cash reserves and loans to fund their expansion plans in India

Taiwan reports five Chinese naval vessels operating near its territory

Recently, Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte also criticised China's stance towards Taiwan and said that China is bullying Taiwan

Bangladesh's situation discussed in NEC plenary meet, says Tripura CM

To a query about Tripura Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) president Asish Kumar Saha's letter seeking to know the benefits of such a plenary meeting, Saha said the discussion was beneficial for state

US, EU slam conviction of Imran's followers: Why it may cost Pak billions

Pakistan Army's military courts recently sentenced 25 Imran Khan supporters to 2-10 years in prison for involvement in attacks on military installations during the May 2023 protests

UP man's body returns home 6 months after death in Russia-Ukraine war

Yadav left for St. Peter's Square, Russia on January 16 after securing a work visa through an agent

Chag Sameach: EAM Jaishankar sends Hanukkah greetings to Israeli FM Sa'ar

The first day of Hanukkah and Christmas have only coincided a handful of times since 1900, according to the Jewish Federations of North America

Indian Army Chief, personnel condole death of 5 soldiers in Poonch accident

The deceased have been identified as Subedar Dayanand Tirakannavar, Lance Havildar Anoop, Naik Ghadge Shubham Samadhan, Sepoy Nikure Digamber and Sep Mahesh Marigond

UN Secretary General honours Indian peacekeeper Brigadier General Jha

Jha had a keen interest in reading on military diplomacy, geopolitics, Indo- Pacific, modern & small wars, sub-conventional warfare & tribes & culture, it said, adding, he was a keen sports geek

STF of Assam Police arrest 2 more members of Ansarullah Bangla Team

On December 21, the STF had arrested eight members of ABT, an affiliate of Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS) terrorist organisation

Tejas Mk-1A to AMCA: Can IAF fix squadron woes or are delays here to stay?

Indian Air Force's active squadrons have fallen to 31 against the authorised 42, with an ageing fleet and delayed inductions exacerbating the issue

CRPF doing commendable job in tackling Naxals, restoring peace in J-K: Shah

Shah also said that the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) is playing an important role in ensuring internal security and peace in the country

Bangladesh turmoil casts shadow on key connectivity projects in Tripura

Dark clouds of uncertainty loom large on the fate of 'Maitri Setu' (friendship bridge), built over River Feni in South Tripura's Sabroom sub-division