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On 06 June, Woot-Tech, a privately owned Pakistani defence contractor, revealed that it had tested a rocket-assisted take-off (RATO) booster for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV). Designated RATO-150, Woot-Tech describes it as a 2,500 Ns-class system built for reliable assisted launch. In a company announcement, Woot-Tech pitched the booster as both cost-effective and mass-producible, enabling the end-user to dispense with large pneumatic catapults and long runways, while supporting rapid deployment/launch from austere sites. Woot-Tech is marketing the RATO for tactical, reconnaissance, and defence missions, and tagged for zero-length launch and loitering munition use. Overall, Woot-Tech is positioning the RATO-150 to support…

As the world navigates through the Trumpian era of global volatility, nations have initiated a process of internal restructuring to weather the shifting geopolitical tides. Consequently, Japan is undergoing one of the most consequential transformations in its post-war history. For decades, Tokyo adhered to a pacifist security doctrine shaped by the legacy of World War II and anchored in its alliance with the United States. However, China’s military expansionism, growing tensions in the East China Sea and uncertainty over American security guarantees have prompted a genuine reassessment of Japan’s defence posture. In response, Japan has initiated its comprehensive programme of…

The Navy would have to detail its plans to buy and use seagoing drones under a suite of provisions in the House Armed Services Committee’s draft 2027 defense policy bill. The bill, which passed out of committee late Thursday, would require service leaders to devise a plan to buy, sustain, and operate small unmanned surface vessels—ones weighing less than 50 metric tons and no more than 50 feet long. The plan would have to include a detailed inventory of each acquired USV, the types of missions the Navy would use USVs for, how they would work with crewed vessels, and how they…

Delegates from BRICS nations concluded the Second Culture Working Group Meeting in Varanasi with a spiritual visit to the revered Kashi Vishwanath Temple, immersing themselves in India’s cultural and civilizational heritage.The meeting, held under India’s BRICS Chairship, focused on creative economy, heritage protection, and sustainable development, while showcasing India’s rich artistic traditions.The Second BRICS Culture Working Group Meeting began in Varanasi on 4 June 2026, bringing together representatives from Brazil, China, Indonesia, Iran, South Africa, and the United Arab Emirates in person, while delegates from Ethiopia, Egypt, and Russia joined virtually.The inaugural session was chaired by Culture Secretary Vivek Aggarwal,…

Seventy‑three cadets of the 127th course graduated from the Army Cadet College (ACC) Wing on 6 June 2026, marking a significant milestone before they join the Indian Military Academy (IMA) in July for pre‑commissioning training.The convocation at Chetwode Hall celebrated their academic achievements, military training, and the values that will guide them as future officers.The ceremony was held at the historic Chetwode Hall of the IMA in Dehradun, attended by proud parents, instructors, and senior officers. The event embodied the spirit of service under the motto “Har Kaam Desh Ke Naam.”The ACC, a feeder institution to the IMA, prepares selected…

The United States military has intercepted and destroyed two Iranian attack drones in the Strait of Hormuz, marking a sharp escalation in hostilities across West Asia. According to US Central Command, the drones posed an immediate hazard to international maritime traffic, prompting American forces to engage and neutralise them on Saturday.The incident highlights the fragility of the ceasefire framework, which has already been strained by repeated clashes in recent weeks.The interception came just hours after US forces carried out targeted strikes against Iranian coastal radar installations in Goruk and on Qeshm Island. These pre-dawn operations were launched following the detection…

Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal, who arrived in India on 5 June at the invitation of External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, held wide-ranging bilateral talks in New Delhi on Saturday.The discussions comprehensively reviewed the full spectrum of India-Nepal relations, covering development cooperation, connectivity, trade and transit, energy, and people-to-people ties.Both ministers also exchanged views on regional and multilateral issues of mutual interest, underscoring the depth of the partnership.The talks reflected satisfaction with the progress achieved across diverse sectors and welcomed new initiatives to enhance cooperation in innovation, start-ups, digital and financial technology, and training and capacity building. Both sides agreed to…

His Excellency Yaniv Revach with Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shri Mohan YadavIsrael’s Consul General in Mumbai, Yaniv Revach, has voiced strong dissatisfaction with Pakistan’s mediation role in the ongoing US–Iran ceasefire talks, stressing that Israel does not trust Islamabad. He confirmed that negotiations are close to an agreement but warned that Iran’s continued missile and drone attacks in the Gulf highlight the fragility of the situation.Revach explained that for the past two weeks, dialogue has been taking place between Washington and Tehran through Pakistani mediators. He admitted that Israel is not pleased with Pakistan’s involvement but acknowledged that this is the…

UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has concluded her landmark visit to India and China, emphasising strong engagement with global powers to secure Britain’s prosperity.Her meetings in New Delhi with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar advanced Vision 2035 cooperation, focusing on maritime security, critical minerals, and resilient supply chains.Yvette Cooper’s visit underscored the UK’s determination to remain at the centre of international dialogue. She stressed that Britain cannot isolate itself from global challenges through “cancel culture” in foreign policy, but must instead engage constructively with key interlocutors. This approach, she argued, is essential to deliver growth…

Singapore has taken decisive action against online content that specifically targeted the Indian community.The High Commission of Singapore in India announced that the government had ordered social media platforms to block such content, which was believed to have originated from China.The move was made under the Online Criminal Harms Act 2023, with the Singapore Police Force issuing Disabling Directions to platforms including YouTube, Facebook and X.These directions require the platforms to take all reasonable steps to disable access by Singapore users to the inflammatory posts.According to the statement from the Ministry of Home Affairs, the content circulating online was designed…