Indian Army's Trishakti Corps conducts month-long live firing exercise with T-90 Tanks

An empowered committee tasked with enhancing the Indian Air Force's capacity recommends private sector collaboration with public sector units and DRDO to achieve 'Atmanirbharta'. Defence secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh presented the report to defence minister Rajnath Singh, highlighting key thrust areas for capability enhancement. The report emphasizes the need for private sector support alongside DPSUs and DRDO, with a clear plan of action to be followed up in a time-bound manner. Full Article

Russian forces advanced less on Ukrainian territory in February compared to previous months, according to an AFP analysis of ISW data. Moscow's advancement measured 389 square kilometers in February, a decrease from the 431 square kilometers in January, 476 square kilometers in December 2024, and a peak of 725 square kilometers in November. This data shows a gradual reduction in Russian territorial gains over the past few months. Full Article

The Rajasthan Intelligence arrested Railways official Bhawani Singh in Bikaner for spying on behalf of Pakistan after being honey-trapped by a woman from a neighbouring country. Singh shared sensitive army information with ISI agents in exchange for money, maintaining regular contact through social media. The investigation revealed his continuous communication with Pakistani agents and divulging intelligence secrets. Full Article

An Indian woman, Shahzadi Khan, facing a death sentence in the UAE, was executed on February 15, 2025, for allegedly killing a four-month-old child in Abu Dhabi. The Indian embassy received official communication about her execution on February 28, with her cremation scheduled for March 5, 2025. Khan's father had sought information on her legal status, and the court called it a "sad and unfortunate" incident after the Ministry's submissions. Full Article

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met US President Donald Trump at the White House, where Trump questioned if the UK could take on Russia alone. Ukraine's leader Voldymyr Zelenskyy faced a toxic conversation with Trump and Vice President JD Vance, leading to a failed minerals deal but gained support from European leaders. The growing divide between Trump and European leaders over Ukraine may result in increased defense spending in Europe, potentially creating an opportunity for...

In Kalanjoor, Kerala, a gruesome double murder occurred as Baiju allegedly hacked his wife Vaishnavi and her friend Vishnu to death, suspecting an affair between them. Following a domestic dispute, Baiju chased Vaishnavi to Vishnu's residence and brutally attacked them with a sharp-edged weapon. Both victims tragically succumbed to their injuries, with Baiju now in police custody. Full Article