Page 6 - External Affairs & Defence Security
At least 3 killed in separate terror attacks in Pak's restive northwest
In a separate incident, a child was killed and four others were injured when a bomb planted in a motorbike exploded in Azam Warsak area
 "At least 3 killed in separate terror attacks in Pak's restive northwest")
Japan's speaker signs condolence book in memory of former PM Manmohan Singh
On December 31, former Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga had visited the Indian Embassy in Tokyo and signed the condolence book
 "Japan's speaker signs condolence book in memory of former PM Manmohan Singh")
Pakistan's 2025 New Year's resolution: Rake up Kashmir again with UNSC role
Pakistan begins its two-year term as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council today, the first day of the new year
 "Pakistan's 2025 New Year's resolution: Rake up Kashmir again with UNSC role")
Pakistan begins its two-year tenure as non-permanent member of UNSC
In June, Pakistan was elected to the council with a massive majority as a non-permanent member
 "Pakistan begins its two-year tenure as non-permanent member of UNSC")
Taiwan detects 2 Chinese military aircraft, 7 naval vessels near its shores
According to the MND, one of the two PLA aircraft crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern and southwestern ADIZ
 "Taiwan detects 2 Chinese military aircraft, 7 naval vessels near its shores")
18th Exercise Surya Kiran: India-Nepal joint military exercise commences
The exercise, taking place at the Nepal Army Battle School, Saljhandi in the Shivalik ranges of Western Nepal, will be conducted till January 13
 "18th Exercise Surya Kiran: India-Nepal joint military exercise commences")
Budget 2025-26 must prioritise defence and security over welfare schemes
India's growing external and internal threats demand urgent shifts in fiscal focus to strengthen defence, policing, and cyber capabilities
 "Budget 2025-26 must prioritise defence and security over welfare schemes")
UK warns against using satellite phones in updated India travel advisory
It highlighted that prior permission from the Department of Telecommunication was also required for listening devices and powerful cameras or binoculars
 "UK warns against using satellite phones in updated India travel advisory")
China unveils first military 5G to connect 'world's largest' robot army
China is reportedly constructing the world's largest unmanned military force, featuring affordable yet powerful drones, robotic dogs, and other automated combat systems
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China Russia moving forward hand-in-hand along the right path: Xi to Putin
Putin in his message said both countries have advanced the Russia-China comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for a new era to new heights
 "China Russia moving forward hand-in-hand along the right path: Xi to Putin")
Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya on death sentence in Yemen: All we know
Nimisha Priya's death sentence was approved by the Yemeni President on December 30 and her execution is scheduled to take place within a month
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Yunus pays tribute to Manmohan Singh at Indian High Commission in B'desh
Professor Yunus visited the Indian High Commission in Dhaka and placed a floral wreath at the portrait of late PM Manmohan Singh
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Indian Army's assertive approach along LAC; focus on combat might in 2024
In 2023-2024, India's defence production went up to a record-high of Rs 1,26,887 crore, reflecting a growth of 16.7 per cent over the previous financial year
 "Indian Army's assertive approach along LAC; focus on combat might in 2024")
South Africa-India in 2024: 30th anniversary of resumed diplomatic ties
At the launch of the India-SA Chamber of Commerce (ISACC), South Africa's Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau said his country is committed to strengthening trade and investment
 "South Africa-India in 2024: 30th anniversary of resumed diplomatic ties")
Quad members renew pledge towards working for free, stable Indo-Pacific
The foreign ministers said the Quad will work together in responding to the future needs of the Indo-Pacific, an assertion that came against the backdrop of China's increasing muscle-flexing in region
 "Quad members renew pledge towards working for free, stable Indo-Pacific")
Indian govt closely monitoring backlash against H-1B visa holders in US
External affairs, commerce, and IT ministries have initiated measures to ensure the safety of Indian H-1B visa holders in the United States
 "Indian govt closely monitoring backlash against H-1B visa holders in US")
Govt providing help after Kerala nurse sentenced to death in Yemen: MEA
Nimisha Priya, who is sentenced to death in Yemen, is a trained nurse and has worked in private hospitals in Yemen for a few years
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Ex-Maldives Prez dismisses report of India's hand in 'plot' against Muizzu
The former Maldives president stated he was unaware of any 'serious plot' against President Muizzu and added that India would never support such a move
 "Ex-Maldives Prez dismisses report of India's hand in 'plot' against Muizzu")
BSF recovers 3 Pakistani drones from border areas in Punjab's Amritsar
The drones were recovered from Rajatal village in Amritsar, Punjab, and were effectively neutralised using advanced technical countermeasures
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Manmohan Singh served with humility & integrity: Singapore foreign minister
Manmohan Singh strengthened India-Singapore ties, Dr Balakrishnan wrote in a condolence book at the Indian High Commission in Singapore
