India reaffirms long-held policy to rule out third party role in its border row with China

During a Senate hearing, the top US officer in Europe revealed that Russia has lost over 4,000 tanks in its ongoing war against Ukraine since February 2022. General Christopher Cavoli emphasized the significant scale of the conflict, noting that Russia's losses are equivalent to the entire inventory of US tank corps. The Russian invasion of Ukraine has resulted in a protracted and devastating war, with Moscow facing unexpected challenges and substantial casualties. Full Article

Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant shared a heartwarming moment ahead of their IPL 2025 clash, with Pant surprising Rohit with a hug while he was chatting with Zaheer Khan. The video of their camaraderie quickly went viral, adding warmth to the matchup between Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants. Both teams have had inconsistent starts to the season, with LSG leading the head-to-head record 5-1, as MI looks to shift momentum in their favor when...

The Indian Navy's maiden initiative, Indian Ocean Ship Sagar (IOS Sagar), completed its harbour and sea training phase at Southern Naval Command, Kochi. The international crew underwent training in various maritime activities, including communication skills, firefighting, and simulator training. The crew also had sea training with INS Sunayna to familiarize themselves with Indian Navy's systems. This initiative aims to enhance maritime expertise, promote regional stability, and strengthen cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region. Full Article

A 37-year-old man was arrested for sexually assaulting seven minor boys in a school hostel near Tiruchi, with the hostel director also arrested for abetting the crime. The incident was reported to the Child Line number by the boys' relatives, leading to an investigation by the District Child Protection Officer and police. The main accused, Sundarrajan, and the hostel director, Kulandainathan, were charged under the POCSO Act and arrested on Wednesday. Full Article

Defence engineering firm Paras Defence and Space Technologies announced a partnership with MicroCon Vision, Israel, for supplying advanced drone camera technology in India, positioning Paras Defence as the exclusive domestic supplier at a lower cost. The collaboration aims to enhance India's self-reliance in drone cameras and ISR payloads, benefiting the growing Indian drone market and expanding both companies' presence in the ISR payload market. This strategic pact will integrate technologies like AI analytics and thermal...

Israel announced plans to seize large areas of the Gaza Strip for "security zones" amid a wave of strikes that killed over 40 people, including women and children. The offensive is part of an escalated conflict with Hamas, aiming to secure the release of hostages and disarm the militant group. A U.N. building in Gaza was hit, resulting in casualties, as Israel intensifies its military actions in the region. Full Article