‘Aam mahila’ then and now

Airliners crossing the Tasman Sea between Australia and New Zealand were warned by the Chinese navy about a secret live-fire exercise happening in international waters. Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles stated that Australian authorities were not notified by China about the exercise, but airlines flying in the region picked up the broadcast. This caused concern for commercial pilots, with Airservices Australia issuing a warning about potential hazards in the airspace due to Chinese warships conducting...

The U.S. health regulator has issued a warning letter to Jagsonpal Pharmaceuticals for significant manufacturing lapses at its Rajasthan-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) plant. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) identified deviations from Current Good Manufacturing Practice for APIs during inspections on multiple dates in 2024. The company must address the deficiencies within 15 working days to prevent further regulatory action and ensure compliance with CGMP requirements. Full Article

France's nuclear-powered aircraft carrier and accompanying warships visited the Philippines after conducting combat drills in the South China Sea, showcasing their firepower in a move likely to provoke China. The Charles de Gaulle engaged in exercises with Filipino forces, including anti-submarine warfare drills and aerial combat training, emphasizing regional security cooperation. The deployment highlights France's commitment to maritime cooperation in the Indo-Pacific and comes amid tensions in the disputed waters, where China has raised concerns...

In a move to enhance regional security, Mahindra Group partners with US-based Anduril Industries to develop autonomous and counter-unmanned aerial systems. The collaboration focuses on creating Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) and advanced Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (CUAS) technologies. The announcement follows Modi-Trump bilateral meetings, highlighting the strategic importance of defense cooperation. Full Article

Chinese President Xi Jinping issued new orders on Friday to revise rules aimed at transforming the country's military into a world-class armed force, with a focus on combat readiness and war preparation amid increasing rivalry with the US and tensions with Taiwan and neighboring countries. The revisions prioritize combat readiness as the primary duty and aim to standardize order in war preparation, training, operations, and daily life. The rules also refine the code of conduct...

In Guwahati, security forces arrested 26 militants and members of Meitei radical groups, leading to protests by women claiming those arrested were village volunteers protecting their territories, demanding the revocation of President's Rule in Manipur. Joint operations in Manipur's six districts by the Army, Assam Rifles, and Manipur Police resulted in the apprehension of 16 militants from different outfits and the recovery of 23 weapons and ammunition. Women's groups protested in various districts, forcing the...