Jaishankar: US-China rivalry pushes India to de-risk and diversify
S Jaishankar said the US and China are in a competitive mode, prompting India and others to de-risk and diversify, while India-US trade talks have reached a broad understanding.
Defence & Security
Russia pounds Kyiv and Odesa with ballistic missiles and jet-powered drones
Russia launched ballistic missiles and dozens of jet-powered drones at Kyiv and Odesa, wounding nine people and damaging civilian infrastructure.
SIU searches homes of six HuT sympathisers in Thanjavur
Special Intelligence Unit personnel searched the homes of six alleged Hizb-ut-Tahrir sympathisers in Thanjavur on Tuesday.
Bail for Five in RAF Fairford Bomb Plot Probe Draws US Concern
Five British men arrested near RAF Fairford over a suspected bomb plot were freed on bail, prompting surprise from President Trump and Secretary of State Rubio.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Says US Must Withdraw from Region
Iran's Revolutionary Guard spokesperson says the US has no choice but to leave the region, warning of new weapons if the conflict changes form.
Seoul Blames North Korean Mines for DMZ Blast, Calls It Armistice Breach
South Korea says North Korean mines caused a DMZ explosion that injured two personnel, violating the armistice, and has pledged a staged response.
Odesa strike injures eight as fires engulf warehouses and animal shelter
Eight people were injured in an overnight Russian strike on Odesa that hit warehouses, an educational facility and an animal shelter, Ukrainian authorities said.
Taiwan Says US Arms Sales Unchanged, but $14B Package Still on Hold
Taiwan says US arms sales remain unchanged after the Trump-Xi summit, though a record $14 billion package stays stalled.
US Troops Complete Iraq Exit, Handing Iran a Strategic Opening
US forces are leaving their last bases in Iraq, a pullout Iran and its allies call a victory, while Iraqi officials fear Islamic State could exploit the security gap.
Terror concerns must be understood by partners, Jaishankar says on India-U.S. ties
S. Jaishankar said India's partners must appreciate its cross-border terrorism concerns, noting that a lack of understanding impacts bilateral ties.
UK Police Bail Five Men Arrested Near US Airbase as Trump Criticises Release
Five London-based men arrested near RAF Fairford have been released on bail as UK counter-terrorism police continue investigating a suspected bomb plot.
Russia Claims Drone Strikes on Ukrainian Targets as Kyiv Reports 229 Front-Line Clashes
Russia says it struck Ukrainian military logistics and port targets with drones and took two settlements, while Ukraine reports 229 combat engagements in 24 hours.
Taiwan in continuous arms talks with US, says defence minister
Taiwan's defence minister says arms sales discussions with the US are ongoing and no changes have been notified after the Washington summit.
Hegseth Deploys NSA, Cyber Command to Guard Midterm Election Systems
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has directed military intelligence and cyber forces to protect US election infrastructure ahead of the November midterms.
Russia and Ukraine Trade Strikes on Logistics, Energy and Defence Sites
Russia and Ukraine both reported overnight strikes on each other's logistics, energy and defence targets, with Moscow demanding Kyiv pay a price for its attacks.
North Korea Calls US Approval of South Korean Nuclear Submarine a Dangerous Move
North Korea's foreign ministry has criticised Washington's approval for South Korea to build its first nuclear submarine, calling it a dangerous development.
Rubio Hosts Saudi Foreign Minister in Washington as Houthi Attacks Escalate
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud in Washington after Riyadh sought greater US support against Houthi attacks.
Pentagon Awards Raytheon $20.7 Billion Provisional Deal to Boost AMRAAM Output
The Pentagon has awarded RTX's Raytheon a provisional $20.7 billion multiyear contract to accelerate AMRAAM missile production, pending congressional funding.
Trump's Overtures to Adversaries Stir Doubts Among US Allies
US allies are questioning American reliability as Trump courts adversaries and delays arms to Taiwan, prompting nuclear considerations in South Korea and Saudi Arabia.
Defence Summit Highlights India's Push for 6th-Gen Fighters and AI in Warfare
At a defence summit, India's military leadership and Defence Minister discussed new capabilities, immediate shortfalls, and technologies like AI and 6th-gen fighters.