Trump to award US Air Force's next-generation fighter jet contract on Friday, sources say

An encounter between security personnel and Naxalites in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district resulted in a gunfight in a forest under the Kerlapal police station area. The joint team of security forces, including personnel from the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), launched the anti-Naxalite operation based on intelligence about Maoist presence. An intermittent exchange of fire is ongoing, with further details awaited. Full Article

694 people were killed and 1,670 injured in Myanmar after six earthquakes, including a 7.7 magnitude one, hit near Sagaing. The junta chief declared an emergency and appealed for aid, while neighboring countries like Thailand and China also experienced strong tremors. Prime Minister Modi offered assistance, and European nations have also extended help. The devastation included collapsed buildings, a collapsed bridge, and trapped workers in Bangkok, as well as extensive damage in Myanmar's Mandalay region....

The Indian government approved a ₹62,000 crore defense contract for 156 indigenous attack helicopters designed for extreme terrain and weather conditions, particularly high-altitude areas along the eastern borders. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) will produce the helicopters, with nearly 40% of the work outsourced to the private sector, aiming to deliver the first chopper within three years. This contract marks the largest single order for military equipment from an Indian company and is expected to enhance...

US Vice President JD Vance and his wife Usha Vance visited Greenland for a scaled back tour after the governments of Greenland and Denmark noted the lack of invitation. They visited the US Pituffik Space Base on Greenland's north-western coast, where Vance expressed President Donald Trump's interest in Arctic security to US troops. President Trump has previously threatened to take over the Danish semi-autonomous territory. Full Article

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a contract with Metrea Management for the Wet Leasing of a Flight Refuelling Aircraft (FRA) to provide air-to-air refuelling training to pilots of IAF and Indian Navy, with the KC135 Aircraft to be provided within six months. Additionally, two contracts with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) were signed for the supply of 156 Light Combat Helicopters (LCH), enhancing the combat capability of the Armed Forces with an overall indigenous...

Internet services have been suspended and prohibitory orders issued in Mothabari area and surrounding areas of West Bengal's Malda after clashes between two communities. Police have arrested 34 people and a large contingent of police personnel has been deployed. The situation is under control, with authorities urging citizens to maintain peace and not be swayed by rumors or misinformation. Full Article