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True leadership tested in conflict, says SL's Army chief at IMA parade

He asked them to lead their men from the front and put their safety above their own, be their strength in fear, their beacon in doubt and their hope in despair care

Military-civil liaison meeting in Jammu focuses on synergy post Op Sindoor

The spokesman said that the high-level meeting brought together senior army officials and representatives from key government departments of Jammu division to discuss matters of strategic importance

PM Modi to visit Cyprus, attend G7 summit in Canada, hold talks in Croatia

According to MEA, PM Modi will visit Cyprus on June 15-16, followed by participation in the G-7 Summit in Kananaskis, Canada, on June 16-17, and finally, an official visit to Croatia on June 18

Israel's military apologises for incorrect depiction of India's map

The map was posted by the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) on their X handle on Friday to show the range of Iranian missiles

Pak Army chief Munir invited to US military parade? White House says no

The White House has denied reports claiming that Pakistan's Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir has been sent an invitation to the US military parade

India's concerns legitimate, can play role in de-escalating: Israeli envoy

The remarks came amid heightened tensions in West Asia, with both Israel and Iran launching strikes against each other

Op Sindoor a testament to unparalleled prowess of Air Force: IAF chief

Air Chief Marshal A P Singh also said that this operation demonstrated IAF's capability to deliver swift, precise and decisive blows to the enemy

'Working to establish facts': British envoy meets PM Modi over plane crash

The London-bound Air India flight, carrying 242 passengers and crew, crashed into a medical college complex in Ahmedabad and burst into a ball of fire on Thursday moments after takeoff

Israel FM calls Jaishankar; EAM also speaks with Iran on latest situation

Israel on Friday launched Operation Rising Lion to strike at multiple sites in Iran, which left key military commanders and nuclear scientists dead, according to reports

India issues security alert for seafarers, vessels in Strait of Hormuz

Amid rising tensions in West Asia, DG Shipping urges Indian vessels and crew to exercise caution while navigating Iranian waters and the Strait of Hormuz

Israel-Iran conflict: India urges both countries to avoid escalatory steps

India expresses concern over Iran-Israel tensions, monitors reports of attacks on nuclear sites and urges both sides to pursue dialogue and diplomacy to resolve the crisis

Israel-Iran conflict: More airspace restrictions for Indian airlines

Air India reroutes 16 flights; IndiGo warns of delays, cancellations after Israel's offensive against Iran

India, France to intensify defence, space & civilian nuclear cooperation

Jaishankar also expressed India's "deep appreciation" to France for the strong condemnation of the cross-border terrorist attack that took place on April 22 in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam

India, EU aim to finalise FTA by end of this year, says Jaishankar

Jaishankar, who is in France as part of his three-nation visit, said India also seeks to conclude a defence and security partnership with the European Union

Indian students in Tehran seek evacuation amid rising Iran-Israel tensions

Zahra said that while the university officials visited the students and advised them to remain calm, they did not offer clarity on which areas might be safer

India, China discuss rare earth curbs amid auto industry concerns

The fact that India has now raised the rare earth issue with China in a diplomatic forum signals to automakers that a resolution may be in sight

DG Shipping asks seafarers in Iran ports to exercise due caution

India's maritime regulator, in an advisory, also said seafarers should remain vigilant, avoid unnecessary movement, and follow local safety protocols

Kailash Manasarovar Yatra 2025: MEA flags off first batch of pilgrims

The minister felicitated the yatris on their selection and wished them a safe and fulfilling yatra

China denies double standards on terrorism amid close ties with Pak

Lin was reacting to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's recent comments in an interview with the French newspaper, Le Figaro

India, China to fast-track process for resuming direct air services

The meeting took place on Thursday and the two sides also agreed to expedite steps involved in resuming direct air services between the two countries