India protests to Pakistan over naval collision in North Arabian Sea
India summoned Pakistan's Charge d'Affaires after a Pakistani naval ship collided with an Indian warship in the North Arabian Sea on September 15.
Defence & Security
India Summons Pakistani Envoy Over Naval Collision in International Waters (2026-09-16)
India summoned Pakistan's Charge d'Affaires after a Pakistani naval vessel collided with an Indian Navy ship in international waters.
Sanjukta Parashar Becomes First Woman IG of CRPF's CoBRA Unit
IPS officer Sanjukta Parashar has been appointed the first woman Inspector General of the CRPF's CoBRA unit, succeeding Danesh Rana.
India Summons Pakistani Envoy Over Naval Collision in International Waters
India summoned Pakistan's Charge d'Affaires over a naval collision in international waters, citing unprofessional conduct and a breach of the 1991 advance notice agreement.
Beijing Condemns Taiwan's Defence Budget Hike as Threat to Public Welfare
Mainland spokeswoman Zhu Fenglian criticised Taiwan's 2027 defence budget, saying it crowds out social welfare and endangers the island's people.
20 NCC Girl Cadets Complete Parang La High-Altitude Trek in Ladakh
Twenty NCC girl cadets completed the Aparajita-Parang La 2026 trek, crossing the 5,578-metre Parang La Pass from Himachal Pradesh to Ladakh.
China's Dong Jun Urges Stronger Global Security Governance at Xiangshan Forum
Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun called for stronger global security governance and warned against militarism and historical revisionism at the Beijing Xiangshan Forum.
Europe Turns to Cheaper Missiles as Ukraine War Exposes Stockpile Limits
European militaries are backing cheaper missiles and interceptors to counter mass drone and missile attacks, as startups aim to cut interception costs and scale production.
Saudi Arabia Intercepts Houthi Drone Near Mecca, Raising Red-Line Concerns
Saudi Arabia intercepted a Houthi drone near Mecca, heightening fears over the Yemen war's proximity to Islam's holiest site and testing a new defence pact.
Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth Begins Three-Day Visit to Russia
General Dhiraj Seth is on an official visit to Russia from 16 to 18 September 2026 to deepen India-Russia military cooperation.
CRPF Revokes Suspension of DIG B C Patra After Presidential Approval
The CRPF has reinstated DIG B C Patra with immediate effect after the President approved the revocation of his suspension, which had drawn criticism from ex-paramilitary officers.
China defence minister warns against 'provocative acts' at Xiangshan Forum
Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun opened the Beijing Xiangshan Forum with a call to avoid provocative acts and resist 'historical revisionism', in remarks widely read as aimed at Japan.
Delhi Police constable suspended over firearm videos filmed during BRICS summit duty
Constable Deepak Bangar has been suspended after videos of him posing with firearms, filmed while he was on BRICS summit duty in Delhi, surfaced online.
Militants attack Kangpokpi village, burn two houses amid six-hour gunfight
Suspected militants attacked a Naga village in Manipur's Kangpokpi district, burning two houses during a six-hour exchange of fire with CRPF personnel.
Karnataka 'fake Maoist' held after 150-strong police combing operation
A man accused of posing as a Maoist and triggering a crude bomb blast in Karnataka has been arrested after a 20-day manhunt involving over 150 police personnel.
Houthis Grow Stronger Despite Years of Airstrikes as They Advance on Key Strait
Years of airstrikes have failed to weaken Yemen's Houthis, who now threaten the Bab el-Mandeb strait and Saudi oil facilities.
Carney Heads to EU Parliament to Push 'Unique Alliance' Amid US Trade Tensions
Canadian PM Mark Carney visits Strasbourg to outline a 'unique alliance' with the EU as trade tensions with the US escalate.
South Korea's Cho Hyun to Meet Rubio in Washington as Investment and Hormuz Talks Intensify
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun will hold talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday during a visit to Washington from Thursday to Saturday.
Iraq Faces Twin Deadlines as US Withdrawal Nears and Militias Resist Disarmament
Iraq approaches September 30 with the US military set to complete its withdrawal and the government pressing militias to disarm, a demand most powerful groups reject.
House Passes Third War Powers Resolution on Iran as Conflict Nears Seven Months
The U.S. House approved a third war powers resolution on Iran, 220-204, as the conflict nears seven months and costs exceed $38 billion.