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Security forces launch intelligence-based ops, recover arms, ammunition

The operations resulted in apprehension of 23 cadres from the hill and valley-based groups and recovery of 40 weapons, nine Improvised Explosive Devices (IED), grenades, ammunition and war-like stores

All-party Parliamentary delegation led by Shashi Tharoor wraps up US visit

The delegation, led by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, was on the last leg of a multi-nation tour to brief key interlocutors about Operation Sindoor

Handshake abroad, discord at home with Opposition in the spotlight

With some Oppn leaders earning acclaim overseas and winning govt's praise, internal party rifts are wide open, especially within Congress

Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan likely to be released on June 11: Report

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) is set to hear the petitions requesting the suspension of sentences to Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi in the 190 million Pound Al-Qadir Trust case on June 11

DRDO transfers nine defence system technologies to 10 industry partners

Technology transfer took place at DRDO's VRDE lab in Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra, as part of efforts to boost defence manufacturing and private sector participation

Israel vows to prevent aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg from reaching Gaza

Defence Minister Israel Katz said Sunday that Israel wouldn't allow anyone to break its naval blockade of the Palestinian territory, which he said was aimed at preventing Hamas from importing arms

RInfra takes flight with ₹5,000 crore bet on aircraft upgrade business

The company has already marked a significant milestone by successfully upgrading 55 Dornier-228 aircraft under a contract with HAL, in collaboration with US-based avionics firm Genesys

EAM Jaishankar begins Europe visit to boost ties, highlight terror stance

In the first leg of his tour, Jaishankar will visit France, a country that has emerged as an all-weather friend of New Delhi

Yunus acted without consulting parties: Ex-Indian envoy on Bangladesh polls

The former envoy said the neighbouring country must have early elections and that the Bangladesh Army has yet to react to the announcement

Germany strongly supports India in its fight against terrorism: FM Wadephul

Both sides discussed ways to further strengthen & deepen multi-faceted India-Germany Strategic Partnership and reiterated their commitment to a rule-based international order

People 'disappointed' with announcement of B'desh polls in April 2026: BNP

According to the statement, the scenario suggests the interim government compromises its neutrality and raises public concerns over the possibility of a free and fair election

Harsimrat urges EAM to sensitise UAE govt on Sikhs' five articles of faith

She also cited a recent case of an elderly man being detained in Abu Dhabi for wearing the 'kirpan' and turban

India central to supply chains; must be part of G7 discussions: Canadian PM

Canadian PM Mark Carney said he invited PM Modi to the G7 Summit, citing India's role as the world's fifth-largest economy and its central position in global supply chains and key global issues

'Zero-tolerance' on terrorism, expect partners to understand it: Jaishankar

Reaffirming India's tough stance on terrorism, Jaishankar called on global allies to understand its 'zero-tolerance' policy and support its security concerns

After Canada PM Carney's invite, PM Modi confirms attendance at G7 summit

Carney's invitation to Modi to attend the outreach sessions of the G7 Summit signalled Ottawa's intent to repair the ties with New Delhi

Indo-US ties under 'test', can't be described as 'transactional': Experts

If both sides are going to be able to move forward, to look towards, e.g., the Quad leaders summit that is happening later this year, that is a moment to "build towards a relationship," an expert said

India deeply values historical ties with Central Asian nations: PM Modi

In a post on X, he said that India and these Central Asian countries stand firm and resolute in their collective fight against terrorism

Sharp detection, no noise: China tests breakthrough radar technology

During the tests, the silent Cessna, using the new radar tech, identified ground targets with over 20 decibels greater clarity than traditional techniques

Facing crisis, Pak sent four letters to India asking it to end IWT abeyance

India has stated that the treaty will stay in abeyance until Islamabad "credibly and permanently" halts its support for cross-border terrorism

'India, Canada to work with renewed vigour': PM Modi to attend G7 Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the G7 Summit in Canada and meet newly elected PM Mark Carney, expressing hope for stronger India-Canada ties built on mutual respect and shared interests