Taiwan detects seven Chinese military aircrafts and vessels across its vicinity

    Taiwan detects seven Chinese military aircrafts and vessels across its vicinity

    Taiwan's Ministry of Defense detected Chinese military aircraft and People's Liberation Army Navy vessels near Taiwan. ROCArmedForces and Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence responded to the escalating tensions with China. Saturday, a significant presence of People's Liberation Army aircraft and vessels were identified in Taiwan's Air Defence Identification Zones. The tensions highlight China's ambitions to reunify Taiwan with the mainland.

    Ukraine's divisive mobilisation law comes into force as a new Russian push strains front-line troops

    Ukraine's divisive mobilisation law comes into force as a new Russian push strains front-line troops

    A new mobilisation law in Ukraine has sparked controversy as it aims to boost troop numbers amidst Russia's offensive. The law provides incentives for soldiers but has raised concerns about its impact on businesses and essential services. Ukrainian forces are under strain, prompting measures to replenish depleted ranks. Volunteers are joining the fight, but draft dodging and fleeing the country are also occurring. The conflict has led to casualties and displacement, with Ukraine seeking international support to defend against Russian advances.

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    Misleading: Defence Ministry on reports of model of Chinook chopper going missing:Image

    Misleading: Defence Ministry on reports of model of Chinook chopper going missing

    The Defence Ministry and DRDO have dismissed reports of a missing Chinook helicopter model from DefExpo 2020 in Lucknow, calling them misleading. The Defence Ministry spokesperson clarified that DRDO never installed any helicopter model in Lucknow during the event. The DRDO also stated that it had never installed any helicopter model in Lucknow. Officials explained that a dilapidated helicopter model in Lucknow was removed to construct a helipad for the prime minister's visit for a G20-related event.

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    NIA charge sheets Mumbai man in Pakistan conspiracy to honey trap Indian Navy personnel

    The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has charged Mumbai resident Amaan Salim Shaikh in a conspiracy by Pakistani intelligence operatives to trap Indian Navy personnel and gather secret information on defence establishments. Shaikh was found working for a suspected Pakistani agent, Usman, and receiving money from other operatives through crypto channels. Further investigations are ongoing in the case.

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    Defence industry world over facing capacity crunch, India must step up to fulfil needs: Defence Secretary:Image

    Defence industry world over facing capacity crunch, India must step up to fulfil needs: Defence Secretary

    Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane highlighted the global demand for defence utilities amidst geopolitical conflicts, urging Indian shipbuilders to enhance capacity. He mentioned government initiatives and targets for indigenous defence manufacturing and exports, emphasizing the potential for growth and the importance of research and development.

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