In a significant shift with geopolitical and defence procurement implications, Turkey is reportedly exploring ways to dispose of its Russian-made S-400 Triumf air defence system as it eyes re-entry into the US-led F-35 Joint Strike Fighter programme. This development has sparked speculation on whether India – already an S-400 operator – might acquire the Turkish…
In a significant development ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to Brazil, Brasilia is reportedly evaluating the purchase of India’s Akash air defence missile system to bolster its ground-based air defence capabilities. According to defence ministry officials, Brazil has formally conveyed interest to India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Bharat Dynamics…
In an unexpected yet controversial online exchange, a Pakistani retired Lieutenant General’s query on purchasing India’s BrahMos supersonic cruise missile received a sharp retort from its Indian manufacturer, reflecting the strategic tensions and weapon envy that define Indo-Pak military discourse. The conversation, which went viral on social media platforms this week, began when Lt Gen…
In a major shift with global humanitarian and geopolitical ramifications, Ukraine has formally withdrawn from the 1997 Ottawa Treaty banning anti-personnel landmines, citing Russia’s continued use of such weapons and the country’s evolving national security needs amid the ongoing war. The announcement was made by Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry in Kyiv on Monday night, triggering strong…
India and the United States are poised to announce an interim trade agreement before the upcoming July 8 deadline, marking a significant breakthrough in their long-stalled trade negotiations. Government sources indicate that final consultations are underway to iron out last-mile differences, with both sides determined to avoid any escalation in tariff disputes. Why Is This…
In a development that has sent shockwaves through global defence circles, Ukraine has reportedly destroyed Russia’s advanced S-400 Triumf air defence system using drone and missile strikes. This event, unfolding in the backdrop of Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine, has sparked serious debates within strategic communities in India, which is a major S-400 importer, about…
Russia has managed to smuggle over $1.2 billion worth of Western-made aircraft parts since the imposition of sweeping sanctions in 2022 following its invasion of Ukraine. Despite aggressive export bans intended to cripple its aviation sector, the country has leveraged complex global networks to sustain its fleet of Boeing and Airbus aircraft, highlighting glaring loopholes…
The 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, is preparing to announce his long-awaited succession plan amid rising concerns within the Tibetan exile community about spiritual continuity and fears of Chinese interference. This announcement is expected to shape the future of Tibetan Buddhism and the global Tibetan freedom movement, as Beijing asserts its authority to choose the…
Bangladesh Prime Minister Dr. Muhammad Yunus on Monday issued a stern directive ordering thousands of striking tax and customs officials to return to work immediately, amid fears that the ongoing industrial action could severely disrupt revenue collection, imports, exports, and overall economic stability in the country. The Prime Minister’s Office released an official statement quoting…
Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir reignited tensions with New Delhi on Saturday, issuing fresh threats over the Kashmir dispute and controversially describing terrorism as a “legitimate struggle.” Speaking at the Pakistan Naval Academy in Karachi, Munir doubled down on his earlier “jugular vein” rhetoric, blamed India for recent flare-ups, and warned of a decisive…
