Man, child still missing after ferry-Navy craft collision off Mumbai coast

China's salami-slicing strategy has reshaped borders and silenced resistance across Asia for decades. China has had border disputes with at least six neighboring countries, gradually pushing its expansionist ambitions forward. However, in 2024, India decisively stopped China in its tracks, refusing to yield to its tactics. India's resistance sent a firm message that China's unchecked march cannot always go unchallenged. Full Article

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) detected 10 Chinese military aircraft and five naval vessels around Taiwan between 6 am on Wednesday and 6 am on Thursday. Of the 10 People's Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft, four crossed the Taiwan Strait median line in the country's southwestern and eastern air defense identification zone (ADIZ). Additionally, on Wednesday, Taiwan reported 15 Chinese military aircraft, nine naval vessels, and four official ships near its territory. Full Article

An encounter between terrorists and security forces took place in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district after security forces launched a cordon-and-search operation in the Behibagh area following information about suspected terrorists. The operation turned into an encounter when the terrorists opened fire on the security forces, who retaliated. Further details of the incident are awaited. Full Article

The United States announced additional sanctions targeting four entities involved in Pakistan's ballistic missile program for their contribution to proliferation and delivery of such weapons. The U.S. Department of State emphasized its commitment to combating proliferation and related procurement activities of concern. The sanctions aim to address threats posed by the proliferation of ballistic missiles. Full Article

The Senate passed a defense bill authorizing pay raises for junior enlisted service members, boosting military spending to $895 billion, and countering China's power, while also removing coverage of transgender medical treatments for military children. The bill faced bipartisan support but sparked debate over social issues, ultimately passing 85-14 and heading to President Biden. House Democrats initially opposed the bill due to the provision banning transgender medical care for children, but it passed 281-140 after...

The Uttar Pradesh Police denied using force against protestors leading to the death of a Congress party worker at a demonstration near the state Assembly, warning against spreading rumors and ensuring an impartial post-mortem. The Congress blamed "police brutality" for the worker's death, sparking a protest over various issues, resulting in leaders being detained. The party demanded compensation and denounced the incident, urging for financial assistance and a government job for the deceased worker's family....