South China Sea: Philippines rules out invoking defence treaty with US after South China Sea clash with the Dragon

The Pakistan Navy commissioned its Offshore Patrol Vessel PNS Yamama in collaboration with Romania at Constanta Port, with Vice Admiral Muhammad Faisal Abbasi as the Chief Guest. The ship is equipped with advanced warfare capabilities and can operate independently or as part of a task force for extended durations to safeguard Pakistan's maritime interests. Vice Admiral Abbasi highlighted the enhanced capabilities PNS Yamama brings to the Navy's operations during the ceremony. Full Article

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and India's national security advisor, Ajit Doval, discussed the border issue between their countries, aiming to place it in an "appropriate place" within bilateral relations. Both officials reiterated their commitment to finding a fair and acceptable solution to the dispute and emphasized the importance of enhancing border controls to maintain peace in the region. The meeting in Beijing highlighted the need for cooperation to address the border issue and work...

The new government of Madhya Pradesh has spent over Rs 32.85 crore on air travel, averaging Rs 9.25 lakh a day, sparking debates on fiscal prudence. Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav, ministers, and officials made 666 air trips using rented and government-owned aircraft, with private planes accounting for Rs 36.39 crore. The reliance on rented aircraft began after a government plane crash, leading to plans to continue renting until a new jet is delivered in...

The Indian Air Force has experienced a reduction in fighter squadrons due to the phasing out of older aircraft models, leading to a shortage that is being addressed through various approaches. A parliamentary panel report also highlighted incidents of spying within the IAF, with actions taken against those involved. The report emphasizes the need to address the depletion in squadron strength and discusses the combat capabilities of the Tejas aircraft. Full Article

In Noida, a hidden spy camera was found inside a bulb holder in the washroom of the 'Learn with Fun' play school, leading to the arrest of the school director Navneet Sahay. The teacher reported the camera, which was not the first instance, and police are investigating the matter further. Sahay admitted to ordering and installing the camera, but no recordings have been recovered yet. Full Article

In Moscow, Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov, head of Russia's Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Protection Troops, was assassinated with his assistant by a bomb hidden in an electric scooter, allegedly orchestrated by Ukraine's SBU intelligence service. Unverified footage showed the explosion outside an apartment building, marking a high-profile killing linked to the use of chemical weapons against Ukrainian troops. Russia's Investigative Committee confirmed the incident, attributing the attack to the SBU. Full Article