PM Modi Calls Japan PM Sanae Takaichi ‘Younger Sister’ As India-Japan Ties Enter New Phase Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday warmly

Operation Sindoor Soldiers Named In National War Memorial Roll Of Honour More than a year after Operation Sindoor, the Union government has officially recorded the names of six Indian military personnel who were killed during the operation. Their names have been included in the Roll of Honour at the National War Memorial in New Delhi. The names have also been inscribed on the Tyag Chakra, also known as the Circle of Sacrifice. The memorial honours armed

Iran Drone Swarm Claim Raises New Air Warfare Concerns A US pilot’s reported account of a jellyfish-like Iranian drone swarm before an F-15E crash has raised questions about Iran’s drone warfare capabilities. Officials have not confirmed the exact cause of the crash, but the claim has sparked fresh debate on the future of air combat. Iran’s ‘Jellyfish’ Drone Swarm Claim Raises Questions After US F-15E Jet Crash

Modi-Trump G7 Bilateral Talks Put India-US Ties Under Spotlight The Modi-Trump G7 bilateral talks are important because they come at a time when India-US ties are under pressure, but both countries still need cooperation on trade, defence, technology, and global security. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump’s bilateral meeting at the G7 Summit in Evian, France, on June 17, 2026, has become one of the most c

Pakistan Satellite Push Puts NavIC In Focus Pakistan’s recent launch of multiple Earth-observation satellites has raised fresh concern in India’s strategic circles. At the same time, India’s NavIC system is facing pressure due to ageing satellites, clock failures, and the NVS-02 setback. The situation has brought space security and sovereign navigation back into focus. Pakistan Satellite Build-Up Raises Concern Pakistan

Russia Offers Su-57 Joint Production As India Looks For 5th-Gen Fighter Option Putin’s fresh Su-57 offer comes as India looks to fill a fifth-generation fighter gap before AMCA enters service. Putin Makes Fresh Su-57 Pitch To India Russian President Vladimir Putin’s offer to jointly develop and produce the Su-57 stealth fighter with India has brought New Delhi’s

Operation Sindoor Hero Rizwan Malik Honoured For Precision Strike On Terror Camps A year after Operation Sindoor, Squadron Leader Rizwan Malik of the Indian Air Force is once again being recognised for his courageous role in carrying out precision strikes on terror camps located in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The fighter pilot from Manipur played a key role in the high-risk midnight mission that targeted terror infrastructure linked to groups including

The ongoing conflict involving the United States in Iran has exposed a growing strain on America’s military resources, with reports pointing to a rapid depletion of high-end munitions. The intensity of operations has forced the US to draw heavily from stockpiles originally reserved for potential conflicts with major global powers, raising concerns about long-term defence readiness. Estimates indicate that large quantities of advanced weapons—including long-range cruise missiles and missile defence systems—have been deployed during the conflict. Thousands of precision-guided munitions have reportedly been used, far exceeding typical annual production levels. This surge has created a widening gap between consumption and replenishment, highlighting pressure on the defence supply chain. The financial burden of the conflict has also been significant, with overall costs running into tens of billions of dollars. Analysts suggest that the pace of spending, combined with high weapon usage, could take years to stabilise, particularly given existing production constraints within the defence industry. Beyond munitions, the conflict has led to the loss and wear of key military equipment during operations, further adding to the strain. The diversion of resources from other strategic regions has also raised concerns about the US military’s global preparedness, especially in areas such as Europe and the Indo-Pacific. Experts warn that rebuilding stockpiles will require expanded manufacturing capacity and sustained funding commitments. The situation has also intensified discussions around the need for more cost-effective, scalable defence solutions to support prolonged military engagements. While US officials maintain that the military remains fully capable, the conflict has underscored the challenges of sustaining high-intensity warfare over extended periods. The pressure on critical resources and production systems could have broader strategic implications going forward.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to undertake a two-day visit to Israel from February 25 to 26, in what is expected to be another significant step in strengthening India’s strategic engagement with the West Asian nation. According to official sources, the final programme is being worked out, with the visit likely to feature high-level discussions focused on expanding cooperation in key sectors. Modi is also expected to address the Israeli parliament, the Knesset, during the trip.