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Pakistan must dismantle terror infrastructure in PoK: Rajnath Singh

Singh also condemned recent remarks by PoK Prime Minister Anwar-ul-Haq, calling them a continuation of Pakistan's anti-India agenda nurtured since the era of General Zia-ul-Haq

L&T launches second multi-purpose vessel for Navy from Kattupalli shipyard

The launch of the vessel, christened INS Utkarsh, comes within three months of the launch of the first MPV INS Samarthak

Nitin Gadkari calls for strong, self-sufficient defence sector for India

He reiterated the country's commitment to the welfare of the armed forces veterans and emphasised the importance of honouring their legacy as an inspiration for future generations

Armed forces veterans are heroes, enduring symbols of patriotism: PM Modi

Armed Forces Veterans' Day is celebrated on 14th January every year to recognise the service rendered by the First Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Field Marshal KM Cariappa

Deal for 307 'Made in India' ATAGS guns likely by March: Indian Army chief

The indigenously developed 155mm/52 calibre ATAGS howitzer, a state-of-the-art system, was developed by the DRDO in collaboration with Bharat Forge and the TATA Group

6 soldiers hurt in landmine blast in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district

A soldier on patrol duty in Jammu and Kashmir's Nowshera subdivision accidentally triggered a landmine on Tuesday

Party of Bangladesh's former PM Khaleda Zia urges elections by August

Yunus has said elections might be possible by the end of 2025, but only following electoral reforms

CM Abdullah praises armed forces for safeguarding country, assures support

He assured the armed forces of his government's support to address their issues.

South China Sea: China deploys 'monster ship' in Philippines maritime zone

Manila calls the presence of the Chinese vessel 'illegal' and 'unacceptable', deploying two of the Philippine Coastguard's largest ships to drive it away

India, Spain to mark 2026 as 'dual year' to celebrate culture: Jaishankar

He was confident in the trade ties and said that the ten billion business that is taking place today will see a rise in the coming days

French carrier strike group conducts air-sea manoeuvres with Indian Navy

A few hours after setting sail, the CSG carried out cooperation activities with the Indian Navy at sea and in the air

Gaza hostage-ceasefire deal 'closer than ever' as Trump pressures Netanyahu

Trump's Mideast envoy reportedly had a 'tense' meeting with Netanyahu, pressuring the Israeli PM to accept key compromises to secure a hostage deal ahead of the January 20 US presidential inauguration

How China's export curbs are hurting Indian manufacturing growth

China's export restrictions on critical equipment have disrupted India's manufacturing sector, affecting industries like electronics, solar panels, and EVs, and delaying growth plans

Jaishankar expresses confidence in continued growth of US-India relations

EAM emphasised the robust development across various aspects of bilateral ties between the US and India

Jaishankar, Spanish foreign min sign pacts on sports, urban development

Jaishankar called for greater cooperation between India and Spain to broaden the relationship between India and the European Union

US-India is one of the greatest relationships: US ambassador Eric Garcetti

Garcetti, who was visibly nostalgic, said that the relationship of the US with India was one of the greatest relationships they have ever known

Indian refiners halt trade with US-sanctioned Russian firms and tankers

Washington also sanctioned 183 vessels used for transporting Russian oil while allowing a winding down of some energy related transactions by March 12

Still a degree of standoff; broader understanding needed: Army chief on LAC

Gen Dwivedi said there is still a degree of standoff in the region and efforts are needed to restore trust between the Indian and the Chinese militiaries

Army chief justifies decision to replace 1971 war painting with new artwork

The painting on the 1971 war was removed from the Army chief's lounge in December and it was subsequently installed at the Manekshaw convention centre

India successfully tests third-generation Nag Mk-2 anti-tank missile

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the Indian Army and industry for the successful field evaluation trials of the entire weaponry