Indian Army

Army to abolish cantonments to save money?

The Indian Army says the proposal will not only save about Rs 470 crore annually but also make military stations more secure, simplify land management and discourage encroachment on defence land. Jul 13, 2018
Asylum seekers waiting to apply for asylums

New US policy to turn away more asylum seekers

The Trump administration has issued guidelines to border officials after Attorney General Jeff Sessions' decision that gang and domestic violence are no longer sufficient for asylum in the US. Jul 12, 2018
Abdulla Yameen, President of the Maldives, greets Nawaz Sharif,

Amid stand-off with India, Maldives signs deal with Pakistan

In a fresh security challenge to India, the Maldives has signed an agreement with Pakistan in the energy sector. The country has been denying visas for Indians who are working on delayed construction projects that are being financed by India in the country. Jul 7, 2018
INS Vikramaditya

America's Indo-Pacific strategy will hurt India, warns China

Trying to maintain military balance with China will be detrimental for the Indian economy, says the editorial in Global Times, a hardline Chinese state media outlet, warning that following the US strategy "blindly" will spell trouble for India's relations with neighbouring countries. Jul 3, 2018