India-Japan business mission to focus on semiconductors, electronics; MoUs expected during visit: FICCIIndia and Japan will enhance cooperation in semiconductors and electronics. Memorandum of Understandings are expected during the ongoing bu...
23 Aug, 2026, 04.08 PM IST
Zelenskyy details rift with dismissed defense minister, saying some of his actions were misguidedPresident Zelenskyy detailed his dispute with the dismissed Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. He cited misguided actions and problematic d...
23 Aug, 2026, 03.02 PM IST
UAE installs low-cost defence to counter slow-moving Iranian drones targeting oil storage tanks, video goes viralA viral X video claiming to show the UAE's new “cope cages” around fuel storage tanks has crossed 1.8 million views as the country complete...
23 Aug, 2026, 12.38 PM IST
IAF turning to predictive AI and digital twins to prepare for future challenges: Air Chief Marshal AP SinghThe Indian Air Force is using artificial intelligence for future defence planning. Predictive AI and digital twins help forecast scenarios ...
23 Aug, 2026, 07.15 AM IST
Boris Johnson recalls Queen Elizabeth's remark on India's enduring Russia tiesBoris Johnson reflected on Queen Elizabeth II's observation regarding India's robust ties with Russia, a bond that traces back to 1952 duri...
23 Aug, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
A trade war between Canada and the US deepens rupture in what had been a close and durable allianceCanada and the US are heading towards a potential full-scale trade war after last-ditch tariff negotiations collapsed, marking a major brea...
22 Aug, 2026, 09.05 PM IST
‘We have to do business with China too’: Jaishankar says India can’t ignore Beijing, must become self-reliantNavigating the complexities of global trade, India aims to foster relationships with all countries, including China, while it builds a robu...
22 Aug, 2026, 05.31 PM IST
India eye women's hockey World Cup semifinal berth in clash against AustraliaIndia's women's hockey team plays Australia in a crucial World Cup match on Sunday. A win against Australia will secure India a spot in the...
22 Aug, 2026, 02.56 PM IST
Iran says it has built ‘solid defensive shield’ amid US tensionsIran's defense chief stated the nation has built a strong shield against threats. He described the country's strategy as intelligent and ef...
22 Aug, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
In implicit message to Beijing, India and Japan oppose unilateral actions impeding freedom of navigationIndia and Japan on Thursday signed a maritime security pact and agreed to deepen defence cooperation to support a free and open Indo-Pacifi...
20 Aug, 2026, 08.06 PM IST
Taiwan proposes record USD 35B defence budget for 2027 as China's military pressure growsTaiwan plans a record defense budget to counter China's military threats. This significant increase signals intensified efforts to deter po...
20 Aug, 2026, 08.00 PM IST
Stars and Stripes publisher to retire, citing differences with Pentagon leadershipStars and Stripes publisher Max Lederer Jr. announced his retirement, citing differing philosophies with Pentagon leadership. This move fol...
20 Aug, 2026, 07.45 AM IST
US ambassador Gor to chart road map for India-US ties at ET WLFUS Ambassador Sergio Gor will speak at the Economic Times World Leaders Forum on August 22. He will focus on Indo-US strategic ties and bui...
19 Aug, 2026, 11.27 AM IST
UAE halts all trade, commercial exchanges and financial transactions with Iran until further noticeThe United Arab Emirates has suspended all trade activities and financial transactions with Iran. This decision follows regional escalation...
19 Aug, 2026, 07.31 AM IST
Inside India's post-Sindoor defence overhaul: Bigger budgets, new formations and record exportsOperation Sindoor tested India's military capabilities against Pakistan in May 2025. The nation has since focused on enhancing its defense ...
17 Aug, 2026, 01.05 PM IST
Independence Day: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio extends greetings, says US-India ties stronger than everUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio extended congratulations to India on its 80th Independence Day. He stated that the bilateral relationship...
15 Aug, 2026, 06.50 AM IST
US partners with Boeing, RTX to boost production of SM-3 missile components amid Iran warThe US Department of War is ramping up missile interceptor production in collaboration with essential partners. Contracts with Boeing and R...
14 Aug, 2026, 05.57 PM IST