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Indians among eight found dead near US-Canada border

According to the reports, the people died while they were allegedly trying to cross the St Lawrence River into the United States near Akwesasne on Thursday.

No imminent threat of China invading Taiwan, says senior US official

US Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall added that anyone who contemplates an act of aggression involving the US, would be making 'a very serious mistake.'

U.S. defense secretary aims to reassure Mideast allies, deliver tough message

Lloyd Austin will raise concerns regarding cycle of violence in the West Bank & consult on what steps Israeli leaders can take to restore calm, defense officials said.

US, South Korea to conduct large-scale combined military drills in March

The exercises, dubbed 'Freedom Shield', will be held from 13 to 23 March to strengthen the allies' combined defensive posture, the 2 militaries said in a statement.

Dutch host first summit on ‘responsible’ use of AI in the military

Organisers did not invite the Russian Federation because of the conflict in Ukraine, which will be a major topic of discussion at the summit.

US fighter jet shoots down suspected Chinese spy balloon with missile

Washington had called the balloon's appearance a 'clear violation' of US sovereignty and notified Beijing about the shootdown on Saturday, an official said.

Debris may harm those on ground – why US won’t shoot down Chinese spy balloon hovering over it

Canada’s Department of National Defence is also actively tracking the balloon; it said the country was ensuring security of its airspace, including the ‘monitoring of a potential second incident.'

US says it is monitoring Chinese spy balloon flying over northern states

Fighter jets were mobilised but military leaders advised President Joe Biden against shooting the balloon out of the sky for fear debris could pose a safety threat, US officials said.

Russia not complying with last remaining nuclear treaty, says US State Department

According to The Washington Post, Russia refused to allow American inspectors into nuclear weapons facilities, an obligation under the remaining treaty New START.

US, Germany agree to send heavy tanks to Ukraine amid plans of new offensives

While the US Abrams tank is considered less suitable, the move to send them to Ukraine could make it easier for Germany to allow the supply of Leopards.

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.