Trump's China moves can open up a vast market for IndiaIndia is emerging as a significant defence supplier in Southeast Asia, with Vietnam becoming the second buyer of the BrahMos missile after ...
01 Jun, 2026, 03.13 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
Japan refutes 'new militarism', accuses China of rapidly armingJapan's Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi refuted accusations of "new militarism" and criticized China's opaque military buildup. He emphas...
31 May, 2026, 08.35 AM IST
US arms sales to Taiwan unrelated to Iran war, source saysTaiwan awaits a significant U.S. arms sale. A U.S. official suggested a pause due to munitions needs for an Iran conflict. However, a sourc...
23 May, 2026, 03.24 PM IST
Holding stocks is harder than finding them: 10 mid- and small-caps stocks that may be worth holding on toHolding a stock is not an act of blind faith. It is not refusing to change one’s mind. It is not averaging down because the stock has falle...
17 May, 2026, 06.20 AM IST
Why are gold and silver prices down today, and will precious metals continue to fall or rise again? Analysts insights, market outlook and what should investors do nowWhy are gold and silver prices down today, and will precious metals continue to fall or rise again? Gold and silver prices dropped as the U...
04 May, 2026, 05.30 PM IST
Latecomer Japan eyes slice of rising global defence spendingJapan has ended its long-standing ban on exporting lethal weapons. This move aims to position the nation in the global defense market. Whil...
03 May, 2026, 08.57 AM IST
The Hormuz digital chokepoint: Where oil, war and the internet collideIran has highlighted the vulnerability of submarine cables in the Strait of Hormuz. These vital undersea links carry 99% of global internet...
28 Apr, 2026, 01.32 PM IST
Philippines and US stage counter-landing drills with allies near South China SeaPhilippine and US forces are conducting large-scale military drills in Palawan. These exercises, part of the Balikatan series, involve alli...
27 Apr, 2026, 04.05 PM IST
West Asia War: US says it's hunting for explosive mines in latest push to open Strait of HormuzWest Asia War: The United States Navy is actively clearing mines from the Strait of Hormuz. This crucial oil shipping route faces disruptio...
25 Apr, 2026, 06.42 PM IST
US warship passes through Malacca Strait, Indonesian Navy saysUS-Iran war: A United States warship, the USS Miguel Keith, sailed through the vital Strait of Malacca over the weekend. Indonesian Navy of...
20 Apr, 2026, 12.39 PM IST
China calls passage of Japanese warship through Taiwan Strait a 'provocation'China has strongly protested a Japanese military vessel sailing through the Taiwan Strait. Beijing views this move as a deliberate provocat...
17 Apr, 2026, 05.32 PM IST
US mine hunters sail west, likely bound for Middle East amid Trump’s new strategy for the Strait of HormuzUS Navy mine countermeasure assets are redeploying from the Pacific to the Indian Ocean, signaling preparations for a sustained effort to c...
14 Apr, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
US warships pass Hormuz amid mine-clearing opsUS Navy warships have entered the Strait of Hormuz. This marks the start of an operation to clear mines laid by Iran. The strategic waterwa...
11 Apr, 2026, 11.01 PM IST
Is US military really clearing Strait of Hormuz, and were Donald Trump's naval ships not allowed to pass the water passageway? Full explainer on US-Iran tensionsIs US military really clearing Strait of Hormuz, and were Donald Trump's naval ships not allowed to pass the water passageway? Reports, cla...
11 Apr, 2026, 08.28 PM IST
China says US-Israeli strikes 'root cause' of Starit of Hormuz disruptionChina holds the United States and Israel responsible for the Strait of Hormuz closure. President Trump urged nations relying on oil from th...
02 Apr, 2026, 02.51 PM IST
Japan says bar high for sending warships to protect Gulf oil laneA senior Japanese policy adviser said Sunday the threshold is "extremely high" for Tokyo to send its warships to help protect a shipping la...
15 Mar, 2026, 11.02 AM IST