Defence
Congo Plane Crash Claims 14 Lives, Including Two Senior Military Officers
A military aircraft crashed in the Democratic Republic of Congo, killing 14 people, among them two high‑ranking officers.
26 Sep 2026
Maritime Conclave Highlights Energy Security vs Security of Energy in India
At a recent Maritime Conclave hosted by The Week, experts debated the dual challenge of ensuring energy security while protecting India's maritime domain. The event underscored the strategic importance of safeguarding the nation's blue horizons for economic growth and national security.
26 Sep 2026
B-1 Bombers Roar Over Xi's US Welcome, Trump Winces in Viral Video
During a welcome ceremony for Chinese President Xi Jinping in the United States, a fleet of B‑1 bombers flew overhead, producing a loud roar that caused U.S. President Donald Trump to wince, while Xi appeared unfazed. The clip has since gone viral.
26 Sep 2026
Russian Drones Strike McDonald's‑Linked Warehouse in Ukraine, 5 Killed
Russian drones targeted a warehouse linked to McDonald's in Ukraine, killing five people.
26 Sep 2026
US Considers Selling 48 F‑35 Jets to Saudi Arabia, Raising Israel Concerns
The U.S. State Department has informed Congress of a potential sale of 48 F‑35 jets, engines, and support equipment to Saudi Arabia, which would make the kingdom the second Middle Eastern nation to operate the aircraft after Israel. The Saudi variants are expected to lack some of the advanced capabilities of the Israeli F‑35s.
26 Sep 2026
Centre Extends AFSPA to Three Arunachal Districts and Select Areas in Namsai
The Government has extended the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act to three districts in Arunachal Pradesh and to selected areas in Namsai district, as announced by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
26 Sep 2026
PLA commemorates 48th Raising Day across Manipur
The People's Liberation Army marked its 48th raising day with flag‑hoisting ceremonies and cultural events in several districts of Manipur, reported by Imphal Times.
26 Sep 2026
GOC of Jharkhand & Bihar Visits Sainik School Nalanda
The General Officer Commanding of the Jharkhand and Bihar area inspected Sainik School Nalanda, reviewing its facilities and training programmes.
26 Sep 2026
AFSPA Extended for Six Months in Manipur, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh
The central government has renewed the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act in Manipur, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh for another six months, keeping the security provisions in place.
26 Sep 2026
Government extends AFSPA in Arunachal Pradesh for six more months
The Union government has prolonged the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act in selected districts of Arunachal Pradesh for another half‑year, citing security concerns.
26 Sep 2026
Arunachal Pradesh Governor Calls for Enhanced Civil‑Military Coordination in Army Meeting
The Governor of Arunachal Pradesh met a senior army officer and emphasized the need for tighter coordination between civil administration and the armed forces to address security challenges in the state.
25 Sep 2026
MHA Declares Most of Manipur a Disturbed Area Under AFSPA for Six Months
The Ministry of Home Affairs has announced that from 1 October, the majority of Manipur will be designated as a disturbed area under the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act for a period of six months.
25 Sep 2026