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The United States has conveyed a firm message to India that it will not permit illegal shipments of Iranian oil through the Gulf, even as New Delhi lodged a strong protest against recent missile strikes on vessels carrying Indian crew.On Friday, following India’s summoning of U.S. Embassy representative Jason Meeks, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar that violations of the American blockade and the illicit transport of Iranian oil would not be tolerated.Mr. Jaishankar, recalling his conversation with Mr. Rubio, reiterated India’s protest at the attacks by the U.S. Navy that killed three Indian…

India and Bangladesh have agreed to intensify border cooperation through coordinated patrols, real-time intelligence sharing, and joint action against trans-border crimes, following a four-day meeting in New Delhi. The talks come amid heightened tensions over alleged forced migrant push-ins and disputes over undocumented migration.Bangladesh has repeatedly accused India of attempting to push migrants across the frontier without due process, a charge that has complicated bilateral relations since the ousting of Sheikh Hasina in 2024. India, meanwhile, insists that deportations are conducted through structured bilateral mechanisms requiring nationality verification. The issue has become politically charged, with India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party prioritising…

Russia has officially unveiled the Amur-1650 diesel-electric submarine equipped with BrahMos supersonic missiles, marking a significant leap in conventional undersea strike capability.The platform combines stealth, endurance, and vertical launch systems, positioning it as one of the most heavily armed non-nuclear submarines globally.Russia has confirmed the integration of BrahMos missiles into its Amur-1650 submarine, dispelling earlier speculation. The submarine features vertical launch systems capable of firing both BrahMos and Club-S cruise missiles. This configuration allows the vessel to conduct salvo launches without relying on conventional torpedo tubes, thereby enhancing its offensive flexibility.The Amur-1650 is reported to have one of the largest…

Iran has dismissed Pakistan’s claim that a final agreement with the United States would be signed immediately, clarifying instead that the process will take place in the coming days.Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi emphasised that negotiations have reached an unprecedented level of progress, noting that an agreement to end the conflict has “never been closer.” He revealed that the proposed memorandum of understanding includes provisions relating to Lebanon, signalling that the scope of the deal extends beyond bilateral issues and touches upon wider regional dynamics.President Donald Trump added to the atmosphere of optimism by re-sharing Araghchi’s social media post, underscoring his…

The Philippine Ambassador to India, Josel F Ignacio, underscored the growing depth of India-Philippines relations during a diplomatic reception in New Delhi marking the 128th Anniversary of Philippine Independence.He stated that India occupies a “prominent and impactful place” in Manila’s foreign policy, a position reinforced by expanding trade, defence cooperation, and the elevation of bilateral ties to a strategic partnership. His remarks highlighted the Philippines’ role as a fast-growing economy and a responsible stakeholder in the international community, resilient to global headwinds and committed to multilateralism.Ambassador Ignacio emphasised that the Philippines, currently chairing the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN),…

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has declared Project Kusha a “Game-Changer” for India’s security, emphasising its proven role during Operation Sindoor and likening its protective capability to the legendary Govardhan Hill.The system, slated for deployment between 2028 and 2030, is designed to rival Russia’s S-400 and provide a multi-layered shield against stealth aircraft, drones, cruise missiles, and hypersonic weapons.At the inauguration of the Advanced Weapon System Complex at DRDO’s Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL) in Hyderabad, Singh underscored the strategic importance of Project Kusha.He stated that the indigenous long-range Surface-to-Air Missile system had already demonstrated its effectiveness during the 2025…

Chennai-based Tunga Aerospace, an IIT-Madras-incubated start-up, has emerged as the lowest bidder (L1) for supplying 78 high-altitude small drones to the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), quoting ₹21.82 crore—less than half of rival bids.This procurement is aimed at strengthening ITBP’s surveillance capabilities along the India-China border, particularly in extreme high-altitude conditions.Tunga Aerospace’s success in securing the L1 position marks a significant achievement for India’s indigenous drone ecosystem. The ITBP tender attracted interest from 27 companies, including major defence players such as Adani Defence Systems, Reliance-owned Asteria Aerospace, Garuda Aerospace, NewSpace Research & Technologies, and IG Drones.However, many of these were disqualified…

An Indian Air Force AN-32 transport aircraft crashed while attempting to land at Jorhat Air Force Station in Assam on Saturday morning, killing five personnel, while the co-pilot survived and is under treatment.The aircraft caught fire upon impact, prompting firefighting and rescue operations, and a court of inquiry has been ordered to determine the cause.The incident occurred at the Rowriah airbase in Jorhat, a strategically important installation in Upper Assam. According to initial reports, the AN-32 transport aircraft met with an accident during landing, triggering a fire within the premises.Emergency response teams were immediately deployed to contain the blaze and…

Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth has been named the next Chief of the Army Staff and will assume office on 30 June, coinciding with the retirement of General Upendra Dwivedi.His appointment marks the continuation of a distinguished military career that began when he was commissioned into the Armoured Corps in December 1986.An alumnus of the National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla, he has accumulated nearly four decades of service across operational, strategic, capability development and institutional domains, making significant contributions to the Indian Army’s combat effectiveness and transformation.Throughout his career, Lieutenant General Seth has been widely recognised for his role in force modernisation,…

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to the Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee, visited Hindustan Aeronautics Limited’s Aircraft Division in Bangalore to review the progress of the Light Combat Aircraft TEJAS MK-1A program and other indigenous aviation projects.His visit underscored the importance of the TEJAS MK-1A as a central pillar of the Indian Air Force’s modernisation drive and one of India’s flagship indigenous defence initiatives.The review also included updates on the Hindustan Turbo Trainer HTT-40, India’s indigenous basic trainer aircraft designed to meet pilot training requirements.The TEJAS MK-1A program has faced delays despite being critical to the…