Military
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North Korea's attempt to put second military spy satellite into orbit failed, exploded in mid-air
World | May 27, 2024, 09:44 PM ISTSouth Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said in that a North Korean rocket was launched in a southern direction off the Korean Peninsula’s west coast. It said four minutes after the launch, many fragments were spotted in the waters.
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Sada Tanseeq 2024: Indian army and royal Saudi land forces conduct first joint exercise
News | Feb 09, 2024, 01:52 PM ISTSada Tanseeq 2024: The Indian Army and Royal Saudi Land Forces conduct their first joint exercise. The exercise is scheduled to be conducted from January 29 to February 10. Watch the video to know more!
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US Osprey military aircraft with eight crew members crashes near Japan's Yakushima island: Report
World | Nov 29, 2023, 02:29 PM ISTThe details about what happened to the Osprey and to the people onboard were not immediately known, according to the Japan Coast Guard. It received an emergency call from a fishing boat off Yakushima island.
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South Korea warns of suspending 2018 peace deal with North Korea ahead of spy satellite launch
World | Nov 20, 2023, 01:47 PM ISTThe 2018 inter-Korean military agreements required both Koreas to halt aerial surveillance activities and live-firing drills across the border. Seoul has said that North Korea has violated the agreement several times by flying drones in South Korean territory.
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Israel- Hamas War: Israeli military vehicles spotted near Gaza Strip | Latest Update From Gaza
News | Oct 30, 2023, 05:54 PM ISTAn increase of military vehicles was seen along the Southern Israeli border town of Sderot. Internet and phone connectivity were restored for many people in Gaza on Sunday…after Israeli strikes had knocked out most communications in the territory.
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Russian defence minister slams US for 'deliberately fuelling' geopolitical tensions at China forum
World | Oct 30, 2023, 04:25 PM ISTShoigu said that the US and its allies are undermining stability in the Indo-Pacific region and threatening Russia with NATO expansion. He also warned of dire consequences of confrontation between major countries.
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Pakistan: Supreme Court declares military trials of civilians in May 9 riots 'null and void'
World | Oct 23, 2023, 06:07 PM ISTAt least 102 people were facing military trials for their involvement in vandalising military properties. The riots triggered by former Prime Minister Imran Khan's arrest earlier this year that led to the arrest of thousands.
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Niger's ousted President Bazoum attempts to escape detainment, ruling junta thwarts effort
World | Oct 20, 2023, 05:44 PM ISTAccording to the junta, Bazoum planned to flee to the outskirts of Niamey and fly to Nigeria aboard two helicopters with his family and others. The ousted President has been held in captivity without access to electricity and water since the July coup.
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Mohammad Deif: Know about Hamas' new 'Osama Bin Laden' who eluded Israeli attacks several times
World | Oct 10, 2023, 05:51 PM ISTMohammed Deif came was born and raised among an impoverished family in Gaza's Khan Younis Group. He joined Hamas in his 20s and rose through the ranks by orchestrating a series of suicide bombings and kidnappings, becoming Israel's most wanted man.
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'Don't want foreign military...': Maldives President-elect Muizzu pledges to remove Indian troops
World | Oct 04, 2023, 12:41 AM ISTMuizzu clinched victory in the presidential elections on Saturday by securing over 53% of the vote. He was congratulated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the results were announced.
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China flies over 100 warplanes towards Taiwan, island calls move 'harassment'
World | Sep 18, 2023, 11:31 AM ISTChina's military sent 103 warplanes toward Taiwan in a 24-hour period, which the island's defence ministry described as "harassment".
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26 killed in airstrike at Ethiopia's conflict-torn Amhara region amid state of emergency
World | Aug 14, 2023, 11:30 PM ISTEthiopia had earlier declared a state of emergency in the Amhara region after a reported surge of violent clashes between a regional ethnic militia and military forces.
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Ethiopia declares state of emergency in Amhara after surge in violent clashes
World | Aug 04, 2023, 10:06 PM IST"The threat the activity is imposing on national security and public peace is increasing day by day," said Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's Council of Ministers in its declaration.
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Chinese threat in South China Sea rising, hope India is paying attention, says Taiwanese minister
World | Jun 25, 2023, 11:59 PM IST"India is also facing a threat in its northern borders with China. It is not only the military threat coming from the North, but it is also the Indian Ocean that India might face some challenges," he stated.
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Russia to 'develop' military facilities in Kyrgyzstan
World | May 09, 2023, 08:42 AM ISTThe leaders discussed issues related to ensuring security in the Central Asian region, according to reports.
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Yol town in Himachal Pradesh sheds cantonment tag. How citizens will benefit?
India | May 01, 2023, 08:40 PM ISTThe Military Area within the Cantonment will be converted into a Military Station and the Civil Area will merge with the Municipality. A notification to this effect was published by the Government on 27 April 2023, defence officials informed.
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Bathinda military station firing: Weapon used in shooting located; FIR against 2 unknown persons
India | Apr 12, 2023, 11:38 PM ISTBathinda military station firing: The Station Quick Reaction Teams were activated and the area was cordoned off and sealed.
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BTS's J-Hope to enroll in mandatory military service, to serve as active duty soldier
Celebrities | Apr 01, 2023, 03:04 PM ISTBigHit Music Company has announced that BTS member J-Hope is soon going to enroll in mandatory military service as an active-duty soldier.
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Bihar: 3 dead, 3 injured after military cannon ball falls, explodes on family in Gaya
Bihar | Mar 08, 2023, 02:51 PM ISTAccording to reports, military personnel was practicing firing at around 8 am in a range near the Gularved village of Bumair Panchayat of Barachatti police station area.
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Sri Lanka announces plans to downsize military by 2030
World | Jan 13, 2023, 03:48 PM ISTAlthough the strength had been halved from around 400,000 since the conflict with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) ended in 2009, the current strength of 200,000 was termed excessive.