Defence

Trump Orders US Navy to Revert to Legacy Jet Launch System

President Trump has directed the U.S. Navy to abandon its current catapult launch system and return to an older method for launching aircraft from carriers. The change is expected to cost billions and will require additional sailors, amid a staffing shortage of 20,000 unfilled positions.

14 Aug 2026

Two US Army Soldiers Killed in AH‑64 Apache Crash Near Fort Hood, Texas

An AH‑64 Apache helicopter crashed near Fort Hood in Texas, killing two U.S. Army soldiers.

14 Aug 2026

Manipur Security Op

Security forces recovered a .22 Rifle, guns, and 158 cartridges in Manipur's Kangpokpi during a search operation. The operation was conducted in the Kangpokpi area.

14 Aug 2026

Himachal Cantonments May Shrink

A NITI Aayog study has revived hopes of excision in six cantonments in Himachal Pradesh. The study may lead to a reduction in the area of these cantonments.

14 Aug 2026

Tripura Tightens Security, Intensifies Patrols Ahead of Independence Day

Tripura authorities have stepped up security measures and increased patrols across the state in preparation for the upcoming Independence Day celebrations.

13 Aug 2026

India's First Female Fighter Combat Leader: Bhavna Kant Makes History

Bhavna Kant, a squadron leader at TACDE in Gwalior, became India's first female fighter combat leader after completing the FCL course and met the Air Chief.

13 Aug 2026

China Blocks Indian Troops from Key Patrolling Points in Arunachal Pradesh

China has reportedly denied Indian forces access to several strategic patrolling points along the Arunachal Pradesh border, raising concerns over escalating tensions in the region.

13 Aug 2026

Jammu & Kashmir DGP Conducts Security Preparedness Review with Police and CAPF Officers

The Director General Police of Jammu & Kashmir met with state police and Central Armed Police Forces to assess and strengthen security measures across the region.

13 Aug 2026

Jammu Kashmir Reports Only One SAI Training Centre, Government Confirms

The government has confirmed that Jammu and Kashmir hosts a single SAI training centre, the only such facility in the region.

13 Aug 2026

J&K DGP Inspects Security Measures Ahead of Independence Day Celebrations

The Director General of Police of Jammu and Kashmir conducted a comprehensive review of security plans across the state in preparation for the upcoming Independence Day celebrations.

13 Aug 2026

Bihar's Martyr Kapildev Ram

Kapildev Ram, a 14-year-old martyr from Bihar, is still awaiting government recognition. Locals pay tribute to him every year.

13 Aug 2026

J&K Police Review With DGP Nalin Prabhat

DGP Nalin Prabhat conducted a hybrid operational review with senior officers of J&K Police and CAPF. The review aimed at discussing operational strategies.

13 Aug 2026