Abhishek Bhalla
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Meet Arjun, Indian Army’s newest anti-drone flying soldier
During the India-US war exercise of India and US troops, Yuddh Abhyas, in Uttarakhand's Auli, India demonstrated the skills of Arjun, a kite that is the Army’s newest anti-drone flying soldier. → Read More
Can't take the eye of the ball: US official on China's aggression at LAC
The US has said that it will work closely with India to exchange views on the Line of Actual Control. → Read More
Indian Army improves capabilities along LAC, deploys new assault vessel in Pangong Lake
The Indian Army has improved its capabilities along the LAC and inducted a new assault vessel. The Landing Craft Assault can carry 35 combat troops at a time and can reach any area of Pangong lake in a very short time. → Read More
Five women navy pilots complete maiden mission in Arabian Sea
Indian Navy’s first all-women aircrew has completed a surveillance mission in the North Arabian Sea. → Read More
Al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri killed: Who is next in line to succeed him
Al-Qaeda is not viewed as posing an immediate international threat from its safe haven in Afghanistan because it lacks an external operational capability and does not currently wish to cause the Taliban international difficulty or embarrassment. → Read More
Indian Army wants high-speed network at 18,000 feet as China rolls out 5G at LAC
The Indian Army has sought bids from companies for 4G and 5G-based network at altitudes of up to 18,000 feet. → Read More
Religion, caste in Indian Army: Why Oppn’s attack was weak and a lost opportunity to corner govt on military reforms
Some Opposition parties thought they found the right ammunition in the aftermath of the massive protests that triggered clashes and unrest in many parts of the country against the Agnipath scheme. → Read More
Creation of standalone air defence command may prove counterproductive, says IAF chief
Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari said that creation of a standalone air defence command may prove to be counter-productive as all elements of the nation's air power need to work in close coordination to confront all possible future security challenges. → Read More
Hate crimes are terror cases, could become a big internal security problem in India
If not nipped in the bud, crimes such as the recent killings of Hindus in Udaipur and Amravati could spread like wildfire. This could be the biggest internal security challenge in the country. → Read More
INS Vikrant, set for commissioning in August, to aid India counter China in the seas
India's first indigenous aircraft carrier, Vikrant, is set for commissioning in the month of August. INS Vikrant would help India counter China in the seas. → Read More
Shinzo Abe: A look at Japan's stringent gun laws
Civilians cannot buy a handgun or a rifle as only air guns are allowed, that too for a specific purpose. Other than the police and military, nobody can keep arms. → Read More
From the war zone: Ukrainian forces take on Russian onslaught to save Kharkiv amid raining missiles
As Russian forces step up their attack in the east, holding on to Kharkiv becomes critical for Ukraine. The region shares borders with Russia as well as the neighbouring areas of Donetsk and Luhansk, part of the Donbas region completely in Russian control. → Read More
In Ukrainian towns of Sumy, war began before Russian invasion and tension persists
The areas around Trostyanets town and other parts in the Sumy region in north-east Ukraine that shares a 500km border with Russia are still being pounded by Russian missiles. → Read More
Made-in-India fifth generation fighter jet to get Centre’s nod soon
While the Rafale coming to India is a 4.5 generation fighter aircraft, China boasts a fifth-generation aircraft with the Chengdu J20. Pakistan has already taken the J10 from China and is looking to acquire the J20, as well, making it imperative for India to have one, too. → Read More
Fall of Kherson: Russia looks at controlling Black Sea coast, advance up north
With the fall of Kherson, it became the largest city in Ukraine to be in full control of Russia. → Read More
Videos show tanks likely next step in Russian invasion of Ukraine; here's a look at Moscow’s armour firepower
Reports and videos from Ukraine suggest that Russia could bring in tanks in large numbers as its forces close in on Kyiv. → Read More
Ukraine crisis: What are military options if Russia invades, experts say full-blown conflict unlikely
Russia has deployed 1,00,000 troops at the border with Ukraine. But are Ukraine, the US and Nato prepared for conflict should Moscow decide to invade the erstwhile Soviet state? → Read More
Indian Navy, Army, IAF conduct 20-day joint maritime exercise at Arabian Sea
The Indian Navy conducted a 20-day joint maritime exercise Paschim Lehar at the Arabian Sea to "validate operational plans" of the Western Naval Command and enhance inter-service synergy among the Navy, Air Force, Army and Coast Guard. → Read More
India successfully test fires new version of BrahMos missile off Odisha coast
India successfully test fired a new version of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile off the coast of Odisha in Balasore on Thursday. → Read More
HAL signs contract with Mauritius for export of advanced light helicopters
With this contract, HAL and the Government of Mauritius have further strengthened long-standing business relations spanning over three decades, HAL said in a statement. → Read More