War, debt and cuts: The price of Israel's security pushIsrael faces a steep economic challenge. A massive defence budget, driven by ongoing conflicts and Netanyahu's vision for a militarised nat...
07 Jun, 2026, 01.18 PM IST
UK running out of time to boost defence as investment plan stalls, military chief warnsBritain faces increasing threats from Russia. The nation's military chief stresses the urgent need for more defence spending. The Defence I...
05 Jun, 2026, 04.09 PM IST
US will need years to replenish stockpiles of advanced weapons used in Iran war, analysis findsA new CSIS report has warned that the United States could take up to three years to replenish key missile stockpiles depleted during the Ir...
27 May, 2026, 08.48 PM IST
A $2.89 trillion military surge signals the sharpest global arms buildup since WWIIThe surge in global military budgets is astonishing, with nations investing heavily in their defense capabilities in response to escalating...
24 May, 2026, 08.49 AM IST
Marco Rubio's India mission: Can he salvage US ties amidst Trump's disruptions?US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits India to repair strained ties. His trip faces challenges amid past insults and trade disputes. Ind...
22 May, 2026, 11.36 PM IST
Cost of America’s ‘Golden Dome’ dream jumps from $185 billion to $1.2 trillion with 7,800 satellites that might not work when neededA new CBO analysis estimates President Trump's "Golden Dome for America" missile defense initiative could cost $1.2 trillion over 20 years,...
14 May, 2026, 11.54 AM IST
Fire or ice: Why a ceasefire in the Gulf cannot holdAs the specter of renewed conflict between the US and Iran looms, the Strait of Hormuz stands at the center of this brewing storm. A fresh ...
13 May, 2026, 12.45 PM IST
Ahead of Trump-Xi summit, China warns on US arms sales to TaiwanChina strongly opposes U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, urging Washington to honor commitments ahead of President Trump's Beijing summit. Beijing...
13 May, 2026, 09.31 AM IST
Trump's proposed 'Golden Dome' estimated to cost USD 1.2 trillion, far more than he initially saidPresident Donald Trump's ambitious "Golden Dome" missile defense system is projected to cost a staggering USD 1.2 trillion over two decades...
13 May, 2026, 07.30 AM IST
Taiwan's parliament approves $25 bn defence spending billTaiwan's parliament approved a $25 billion defence spending bill on Friday that opposition lawmakers say will be used for US weapons, follo...
08 May, 2026, 05.14 PM IST
Germany urges stronger European defence after US announces troop drawdownAmerica plans to pull 5,000 troops from Germany. This move encourages Europeans to bolster their own defenses. Germany is increasing its mi...
02 May, 2026, 04.40 PM IST
Allies will 'face consequences' for not helping US, says Pete Hegseth"Model allies that step up, like Israel, South Korea, Poland, Finland and the Baltics, will receive our special favour," Hegseth said in pr...
30 Apr, 2026, 12.14 AM IST
Trump’s Golden Dome plan under pressure as funding gaps and Congress pushback cloud missile defence projectPresident Donald Trump's ambitious Golden Dome missile defence system faces significant hurdles. Concerns are mounting over its massive cos...
26 Apr, 2026, 05.25 PM IST
War preparedness: Why India must spend smarter, not just moreIndia's journey towards a modernized defense sector is fraught with obstacles. While military budgets are on the rise, the country's over-d...
16 Apr, 2026, 11.15 PM IST
Australia boosts military spending as Iran war makes global impactAustralia is boosting its defense budget. Defense Minister Richard Marles announced an additional 53 billion Australian dollars over the ne...
16 Apr, 2026, 01.02 PM IST
Indian defence stocks GRSE, BEL surge up to 20% as Trump’s NATO remarks spark security concernsIndian defence shares surged Tuesday following fresh geopolitical concerns. US President Donald Trump's remarks on NATO stability and globa...
01 Apr, 2026, 01.53 PM IST
China condemns US for doubling down on military spending with $1 trillion budget, warns it won’t ‘make America great again’China has sharply criticised the United States for planning a record-breaking $1 trillion defence budget for fiscal year 2026. The Chinese ...
16 Apr, 2025, 06.22 PM IST