Defence

Army Extends Festive Salutes to Sikkim and Nagaland

The Indian Army celebrated regional festivals in Sikkim and Nagaland, greeting local communities with cultural performances and patriotic displays.

09 Aug 2026

Indian Air Force Wing Commander Arrested After Alleged Honey‑Trap by Pakistani Operatives

A wing commander of the Indian Air Force was arrested and charged with leaking defence information after being lured by Pakistani operatives in a honey‑trap operation.

09 Aug 2026

Bangladeshi Man Killed in BSF Fire Along Tripura Border

A Bangladeshi national was reportedly killed when Border Security Force troops opened fire along the Tripura border.

09 Aug 2026

High Court Upholds Higher Pension for IAF Pilot’s Widow in Punjab & Haryana

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has affirmed an AFT order granting a higher pension to the widow of an Indian Air Force pilot, ensuring continued financial support for the bereaved family.

09 Aug 2026

MHA Bans Renewable Projects Near LoC, LAC

The Ministry of Home Affairs has introduced new rules banning renewable energy projects within 1 km of the Line of Control and Line of Actual Control. This move aims to enhance national security.

09 Aug 2026

Arunachal Locations Added to Map

India has added 27 strategic locations in Arunachal to its official map, a move seen as a strong reply to China. The development is significant in the context of the India-China border dispute.

09 Aug 2026

Rebel Soldiers Besiege Royal Palace in 1857 Revolt Over Pay Dispute

During the 1857 uprising, rebel troops surrounded a royal palace, demanding higher pay and allowances from the ruling family.

09 Aug 2026

Intruder Shot Down at India-Pak Border

BSF jawans took action against an intruder at the India-Pak border. The intruder was attempting to cross the barbed wire fence.

09 Aug 2026

CIK Raids Kashmir

The CIK has conducted raids across Kashmir. The details of the raids are not specified, but it is known that the operation was carried out by the CIK.

09 Aug 2026

Intruder Shot Down at India-Pak Border

BSF jawans have shot down an intruder attempting to cross the India-Pak border. The incident occurred during a patrol when the jawans noticed suspicious movement in the bushes.

09 Aug 2026

Operation Safed Sagar: India’s Naval Campaign Secures Arabian Sea

The Indian Navy’s Operation Safed Sagar, launched in 2020, aimed to secure shipping lanes in the Arabian Sea and counter piracy threats, involving the aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya and a fleet of destroyers and frigates.

09 Aug 2026

Japan Deploys F-2 Fighters to India, Raising Concerns in China

Japan has begun deploying its F-2 fighter jets to India, a move that has prompted unease in Beijing.

09 Aug 2026