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Wednesday, August 13, 2025
TopicNational Security

Topic: National Security

Delhi HC upholds Centre’s decision to revoke Turkish firm, Celebi’s security clearance

Delivering the judgment, Justice Sachin Datta stated that the Court was satisfied with the existence of 'compelling national security considerations' behind the government's decision.

Tharoor’s all-party delegation to face Pakistani counterparts in Washington DC

Confident that India can get its message across, the Congress MP said Pakistan's presence may even lead to 'increase in interest' from American media.

Hong Kong releases 4 jailed in landmark national security trial of ‘47 democrats’ after 4 yrs

This is the second group to be released this month. 47 pro-democracy campaigners were arrested, charged in 2021 with conspiracy to commit subversion under Beijing-imposed national law.

Modi government revamps NSA Board, new members with unique skill sets added for fresh impetus

Centre appoints 6 new members to National Security Agency Board, a majority from defence and security establishments. Former R&AW chief Alok Joshi made chairman.

SubscriberWrites: India and its need for a National Strategic Security document

Lately, the political slugfest on national security has turned into a confused silence, as both government and opposition focus on other domestic issues, sidelining its impact.

Lebanon gadget attacks aren’t just a foreign problem—India is at risk too

The entire electromagnetic spectrum, including radio frequencies and the internet, poses potential security risks for India’s defence, scientific, and economic systems.

French PM Trudeau seeks fresh talks with India, to address ‘serious’ national security concerns

Trudeau's remarks follow his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Italy during the G7 Summit where India was invited as an Outreach country.

No Viksit Bharat 2047 without a national security strategy. PM Modi’s legacy on the line

It is time for the defence minister to take charge and formalise an all-encompassing national defence policy through the CDS, to transform the military with clearly defined timelines; just as China has done.

Prosecution ‘copy paste’ arguments in UAPA cases, ‘psychologically overawe judges’, notes J&K HC

Justice Atul Sreedharan made the remarks while granting bail to Khursheed Ahmad Lone, charged under the Act, questions lack of specific material against UAPA accused in bail hearings.

‘National security not a choice but obligation’ — Jaishankar’s message to Indian businesses

The external affairs minister says no Indian citizen can say the border situation with China isn't their concern because 'it’s our LAC, it is a challenge'.

On Camera

Hrithik Roshan & Jr NTR in Janaab-e-Aali is exactly what a dance-off should not be

Forget comparing it with classics like Hrithik’s Ek Pal Ka Jeena or the slick title track of Dhoom 2, Janaab-e-Aali does not even come close to Ghungroo.

How mining, manufacturing & power sectors weighed on India’s industrial output since January 2024

India’s industrial output growth saw a 10-month low in June, with Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing by mere 1.5% as against 1.9% in May 2025.

India expands Southeast Asia defence footprint with new joint venture in Philippines

Memorandum of understanding between SMPP and ADFC was signed during state visit of Philippines’ President to India earlier this month.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.