INS Sudarshini Reaches Livorno, Deepening India-Italy Naval Ties
INS Sudarshini arrived at Livorno, Italy, on 09 Sep 2026 as part of Lokayan 2026, after a Mediterranean passage exercise with Italy's ITS Palinuro.
Defence & Security
Katz Warns Iran of 'Powerful Response' in Jewish New Year Video Message
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz warned Iran of a 'powerful response' to any attack, in a video statement ahead of the Jewish New Year.
Israeli strike in Beit Lahia kills family of four, including two girls
An Israeli strike on a family home in Beit Lahia, northern Gaza, killed two parents and their two daughters, aged 8 and 12, residents said.
Houthis Release Video Claiming Attacks on Saudi-Backed Forces in Jawf
Houthi rebels released video they say shows attacks on Saudi-backed forces in Yemen's eastern Jawf province, amid a widening escalation with the Saudi-led coalition.
25 Years On, 9/11 Still Tops Americans' List of Defining Historic Events
A quarter century after the Sept. 11 attacks, new polling shows the event remains the most frequently cited historic moment in many Americans' lives.
Germany Clashes With Ifo Over Defence Debt Use as 2027 Budget Debated
Ifo says €11 billion of extra 2025 borrowing under Germany's defence exemption funded non-defence spending; the finance ministry disputes the finding.
Russian Strikes Hit Dnipro Facility Owned by Bunge, Killing Two
Russian attacks on Dnipro struck an enterprise owned by global agribusiness company Bunge, killing two people and injuring five, officials said.
French Tanker Refuels US F-22 Raptors Over Alaska in Rare Mid-Air Operation
A French A330 MRTT Phénix refuelled two US F-22 Raptors over Alaska before Rafales and F-22s flew a joint combat exercise during France's Pégase 26 deployment.
Fire at Qingdao Shipyard Kills Several; Xi Orders Rescue and Accountability
A fire on a foreign cargo ship at Qingdao Beihai shipyard caused major casualties; Xi Jinping called for rescue and accountability.
Ryazan Oil Refinery Halts Operations After Sept 6 Drone Strike
Russia's Ryazan oil refinery has stopped operations after a September 6 drone attack damaged two primary units, industry sources say.
Yemen Fighting Escalates as Houthis Push for Red Sea Coast Control
Houthi militants capture Mocha and push for Yemen's Red Sea coast, threatening a return to full-scale civil war after a 2022 UN-brokered truce.
Russian Strike Hits Kyiv Petrol Station, Injuring Four
A Russian attack on a petrol station in Kyiv injured four people and sparked a fire, the first such strike on the capital.
India and Azerbaijan Edge Toward a Reset After Years of Strain
India and Azerbaijan are quietly rebuilding ties, from a Modi-Aliyev meeting at the SCO summit to renewed Foreign Office Consultations in Baku.
Delhi Tightens Security, Plans Traffic Diversions Ahead of BRICS Summit
Delhi has deployed 7,000 security personnel and 4,800 traffic police for the BRICS Summit, with a 5-km security ring around Bharat Mandapam and diversions on over 35 roads.
Zelenskyy in Canada to Press for Air-Defence and Winter Support
Zelenskyy is in Canada for talks with Carney, seeking help to shield Ukraine's skies and prepare for winter amid continued Russian strikes.
Germany diverted over a third of defence-designated debt in 2025, Ifo finds
An Ifo analysis finds that 11 billion euros of Germany's 2025 defence-exemption borrowing went to other budget purposes, a 38.5% misappropriation rate.
IBM and Lockheed Martin Set Up Quantum Innovation Hub at ETH Zurich
IBM and Lockheed Martin have established a quantum innovation hub at ETH Zurich, anchored by Switzerland's first IBM Quantum System Two.
IAF Declares AFCAT 2 Result 2026, Releases Branch-Wise Cut-Off
The Indian Air Force has declared the AFCAT 2 2026 result and cut-off on afcat.edcil.co.in. Shortlisted candidates now proceed to the AFSB interview stage.
Germany Tests 30 AI Tools to Speed Battlefield Decisions by 2027
Germany's military is evaluating 30 AI tools to speed battlefield decision-making, targeting a prototype by 2027 and full deployment in 2028.
Japan Sends Military Ship and Helicopters to Borneo to Battle Indonesia's Wildfires
Japan has deployed 300 personnel, a landing ship and three Chinook helicopters to Indonesian Borneo to help fight wildfires whose toxic haze has spread across Southeast Asia.