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MILITARY PRESENCE IN THE PACIFIC
In 1859, when an American farmer shot a pig for eating from his potato patch, United States and Britain were on the brink of war, with soldiers & warships preparing for conflictThe Pig War began in 1859 after an American farmer shot a British-owned pig on the disputed San Juan Islands, triggering a tense territoria...28 Jul, 2026, 12.59 AM IST- The Pacific is no longer distant for IndiaIndia's foreign policy is increasingly focused on the Indo-Pacific region, underscored by Prime Minister Modi's recent trips. His engagemen...09 Jul, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
- NATO leaders meet in Ankara as US ceasefire with Iran teetersNATO leaders aim to secure Donald Trump's commitment to the alliance. Trump expressed disappointment with allies over the Iran war and mili...08 Jul, 2026, 12.43 PM IST
- PM Modi accorded Guard of Honour in Jakarta ahead of crucial bilateral talksPrime Minister Modi received a ceremonial Guard of Honour in Jakarta on Tuesday. He held comprehensive bilateral discussions with Indonesia...07 Jul, 2026, 10.35 AM IST
- The message behind the missile China just shot rings loud and clearChina's rare submarine-launched ballistic missile test in the Pacific has alarmed Japan, Australia, and New Zealand. This demonstration of ...06 Jul, 2026, 08.22 PM IST
- Modi in Indonesia: India forming a strategic BrahMos beltIndia's potential BrahMos missile deal with Indonesia could forge a significant coastal defence network across Southeast Asia. This growing...04 Jul, 2026, 04.17 PM IST
- On This Day in History, July 2: Civil Rights Act signed, Amelia Earhart disappears, Simla Agreement signed, Men in Black premieres and moreOn This Day in History, July 2 witnessed landmark moments that shaped politics, civil rights, aviation, literature and international relati...01 Jul, 2026, 11.13 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Prince Philip: 'When a man opens a car door for his wife, it’s either...' Life lessons on true love, marriage, chivalry, romantic gestures and relationshipsQuote of the day by Prince Philip reminds people that small gestures matter in long-term relationships. The famous line uses humor to expla...19 Jun, 2026, 01.20 AM IST
- Doubled in 5 years: India's military-industrial moment has arrivedIndia's defence production has surged to a record Rs 1.78 lakh crore in FY26, nearly quadrupling since 2013-14. This growth, fueled by the ...17 Jun, 2026, 02.45 PM IST
- US military to build war-ready stockpile in Australia: documentsThe US military is planning a permanent war-ready stockpile of weapons for its Marine Corps on Australia's southeast coast, tender document...16 Jun, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
- Modi heads to France: Macron talks, likely meet with Trump, G7 Summit & India's Global South agenda in focusPrime Minister Narendra Modi is set for a busy visit to France and Slovakia, focusing on economic and cultural ties with France and represe...13 Jun, 2026, 03.11 PM IST
- India, US exploring possibility of Modi-Trump meeting on margins of G7 summit in FranceIndia and the US are exploring a potential meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump. This could happen on...10 Jun, 2026, 10.57 PM IST
- On This Day in History, June 10: Troy falls, Italy enters WWII, Jurassic Park premieres, Thatcher wins for 3rd time, FIFA World Cup opens and other key eventsOn This Day in History, June 10 witnessed events that ranged from the legendary destruction of Troy and the birth of Gothic architecture to...10 Jun, 2026, 10.35 PM IST
- The great Indo-Pacific hedge - deeper defence ties as US doubts grow and China ascendsNations in the Indo-Pacific are boosting their defense capabilities and cooperation. This is happening as China's military grows and the Un...31 May, 2026, 01.07 PM IST
- NSA Doval meets Patrushev in Moscow, discusses maritime, defence tiesNational Security Advisor Ajit Doval met with Russia's Nikolai Patrushev in Moscow. They discussed boosting cooperation in maritime and def...30 May, 2026, 11.00 PM IST
- Hormuz exposes China's Indian Ocean vulnerability, new reportA new report suggests China's maritime vulnerability begins at the Strait of Hormuz, not the Strait of Malacca, creating a strategic compet...29 May, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
- US will maintain necessary military presence in Asia-Pacific: PentagonThe Pentagon has said US will maintain military presence in Asia-Pacific region to ensure freedom of navigation and protection of its allie...12 Jul, 2018, 04.29 PM IST
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