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Ballistic helmets for Infantry troops: Indian Army initiates process

The Army categorically wants the new helmet to protect against the AK-47's 7.62x39 mm Mild Steel Core and Hard Steel Core bullets from a closer distance of 10 m.

Jul 15, 2020

Union Ministers Hardeep Puri to Smriti Irani: Govt 'factchecks' Priyanka, backs story

The onslaught was started by Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Hardeep Singh Puri, who took Priyanka Gandhi head on stating that facts suggest otherwise to her claim.

Jul 14, 2020

Abhay Deol on nepotism: I suspect caste plays a major role in it

Abhay Deol, the nephew of Dharmendra, has spoken about the nepotism issue and stated that it is prevalent everywhere.

Jul 11, 2020

Kanpur encounter case: Vikas Dubey arrested in Madhya Pradesh’s Ujjain

How dreaded gangster Vikas Dubey was arrested

Vikas Dubey reached the Mahakal temple at around 8 am today morning and then informed the security men about his identity and asked them to inform the police.

Jul 9, 2020

Who is General Yasin Zia, Afghanistan's newly-appointed Army Chief of General Staff

Prior to his appointment as the Chief of General Staff, General Zia also headed Afghanistan's counter-terrorism unit.

Jul 6, 2020

How Kanpur cop killer terrorist Vikas Dubey used ISIS like tactics

The terrorists who were hiding on the roof with their weapons lurked the policemen in a narrow street with houses on either side. Scroll down to find out how terrorist Vikas Dubey set the trap for the police team.

Jul 4, 2020

FILE PHOTO: U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan is seen during its visit to Hong Kong, China November 21, 2018. REUTERS/Yuyang Wang

US sends 2 carriers, 4 other warships to South China Sea during Chinese drills

Two U.S. aircraft carriers were conducting exercises in the disputed South China Sea on Saturday, the US navy said, as China also carried out military drills that have been criticised by the Pentagon and neighbouring states.

Jul 4, 2020

US shifting military from Europe to face Chinese threat to India and Southeast Asia: Mike Pompeo

The US is reviewing its global deployment of forces to ensure it is postured appropriately to counter the People's Liberation Army, given the increasing threat posed by China to Asian countries like India, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said.

Jun 26, 2020

People stranded in Hyderabad due to the ongoing nationwide lockdown imposed to mitigate the spread of coronavirus, arrive at Secunderabad Junction railway station to board special trains being run by the Indian Railways to return to their respective nativ

Indian Railways cancels all passenger trains till Aug 12; how to apply for refund

Passengers who booked trains between July 1 and August 12 can apply for a refund regardless of online or PRC booking. Here's everything you need to know.

Jun 25, 2020

Pakistan accuses India of funding terrorists as diplomatic relations dive

Tuesday's announcement of planned expulsions followed weeks of accusations and counter-accusations including espionage and the harassment of rival diplomats as relations plummet.

Jun 25, 2020

PAK continues to harbour terrorists, allows terror ops from its territory: US State Dept

The State Department's Country Reports on Terrorism said that Islamabad is yet to take decisive actions against Indian and Afghanistan-focused militants.

Jun 24, 2020

Oscar Isaac done with 'Star Wars' movies

The 41-year-old actor played the role of Poe Dameron in "Star Wars: The Force Awakens", "The Last Jedi", "Rise Of Skywalker".

Jun 23, 2020

Indian troops can use firearms in 'extraordinary situations' across LAC

As per the new Rules of Engagement, commanders deployed at LAC can give soldiers "complete freedom of action" to handle situations at the tactical level. The commanders can now use firearms and have full authority to respond to extraordinary situations using all resources at their disposal.

Jun 21, 2020

'Controversy being created' : PM's Office puts out clarification on PM Modi's 'no intrusion' remark

The Prime Minister's Office asserted following the PM's remarks at an all-party meeting on Friday that India would respond firmly to any transgression on LAC.

Jun 20, 2020

No intrusion, no Indian post under China's control after Ladakh clash, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured India is being protected by the forces. He added tensions have increased because now Indian soldiers have started stopping and interrogating every person in the country's territory during patrolling.