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India, Bangladesh discuss land port issues; commit better border facilities

The commitment was made during the 6th Subgroup meeting of the Land Port Authority of India (LPAI) with the Bangladesh Land Port Authority (BLPA)

Taliban appoints Ikramuddin Kamil as acting consul in Mumbai Afghan mission

It is the first such appointment made by the Taliban set up to any Afghan mission in India

India aiming to become global drone manufacturing hub, says Rajnath Singh

In an address at an event, Singh also said that the Modi government is creating an approach of 'adaptive defence' to deal with emerging security challenges

Jaishankar highlights trust, growth in India-Russia economic ties

Elaborating on the economic cooperation between New Delhi and Moscow, Jaishankar said the two economies are not just complimentary but benefits from the trust and confidence built over many years

Rajnath stresses on 'adaptive defence' to cope with new challenges

The Union Minister highlighted that defence and security, both in the conceptual and practical domains, are experiencing the overwhelming impact of the information age

India dispatches first Akash air defence missile battery for export: BEL

Akash surface-to-air missile system battery being exported to 'friendly foreign country', widely speculated to be Armenia, though not officially confirmed

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 14; fails to meet US demand to allow aid

A late Monday strike hit a cafeteria in the so-called Muwasi humanitarian zone west of the Gaza city of Khan Younis, killing at least 11 people, including two children

UK reiterates support for India's permanent seat at UN Security Council

UK Ambassador to the General Assembly Young reflected upon PM Starmer's statement at the UNGA back in Sep calling for UNSC reforms to ensure the global multilateral system is more representative

India, Russia discuss training Indians for employment in Russian companies

Speaking at the 25th India-Russia Intergovernmental Commission session, First Deputy PM Denis Manturov also shared plans for areas where the two nations would explore future collaboration

India aiming to become drone hub of world: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh was speaking at Delhi Defence Dialogue organised on theme 'Adaptive Defence: Navigating the Changing Landscape of Modern Warfare'

Canada's Peel Police requests temple body to postpone event amid 'threats'

The event, a consular camp, was scheduled to take place on November 17, where Indian-origin Hindus and Sikhs could renew essential life certificates

NSA Mike Waltz would be good for India-US relationship: Ro Khanna

Both Khanna and Waltz have worked together on a number of key issues related to India US relationship

'Just like Israel': How Trump's likely pick for top diplomat views India

US President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly expected to nominate Senator Marco Rubio, a China hawk and pro-India leader, as his Secretary of State

Security forces conduct mock drill at world's highest rail bridge in Reasi

This bridge was constructed 359 metres (around 109 feet) above the Chenab River in the Jammu and Kashmir region

Omar Abdullah has asked law and order machinery to be alert: J-K speaker

Rather emphasised the need for heightened vigilance following a series of terror attacks in the Union Territory

Taiwan detects 10 Chinese aircraft, 5 navy vessels around its territory

Notably, China has increased its military activities around Taiwan by deploying aircraft and naval vessels

India in 'sweet spot' with Trump's return to WH: Foreign affairs' expert

Sachdeva highlighted that India and the United States have no major conflicts, making them natural partners as the oldest and youngest democracies, sharing common values and worldviews

Coast Guard Chief Paramesh calls on India's High Commissioner to Sri Lanka

Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Chief Director General S Paramesh visited Sri Lanka on Monday and met with India's High Commissioner, Santosh Jha, to discuss ways to strengthen regional maritime security.

J-K DGP chairs high-level meeting to review, address security landscape

He set key priorities for maintaining law and order, safeguarding public interests and enhancing community engagement

ICC awaits PCB's decision on conducting Champions Trophy in hybrid model

The PCB on Sunday had confirmed that it received an email from the ICC that India declined to travel to the neighbouring country