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India Commits To 200 TEJAS MK-1A Fighters: Assessing Lethality Against China And Pakistan
India has ordered nearly 200 TEJAS MK-1A fighter jets to enhance the Indian Air Force's operational capabilities and address squadron shortages. The aircraft promises advantages in agility, cost-effic...
At Least 453 Killed In 432 Violent Incidents Across Balochistan In 2025
In 2025, Balochistan witnessed severe unrest with at least 453 fatalities in 432 violent incidents. A report by The Balochistan Post highlights that the toll includes 248 civilians and 205 security pe...
During Op Sindoor, IAF Hit Pakistan Where It ‘Hurt Most’: Ex-IAF Chief VR Chaudhari
Former Indian Air Force Chief VR Chaudhari discussed Operation Sindoor at an event held by the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay. He highlighted how the IAF responded decisively to Pakistani aggre...
Pakistan's Military Chief Consolidates Power Unseen in Years
General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Pakistan’s military chief, has significantly expanded his influence and control within Pakistan, resembling levels not seen since the past four decades. This consolidation o...
Intelligence Agencies Red Flag Potential Nuclear Dimension in Upcoming Bangladesh-Pakistan Defence Cooperation Agreement
Intelligence agencies have raised concerns over a potential nuclear dimension in a military deal that Bangladesh is formalizing with Pakistan. The agreement mirrors deals Islamabad has signed with Sau...
We Stopped Potential India-Pakistan Nuclear War: Donald Trump Repeats Unending Ceasefire Claim
In an interview, former U.S. President Donald Trump claims he was responsible for preventing a nuclear war between India and Pakistan by mediating a ceasefire. He states that both countries were on th...
MoD Weighs Raising IAF Strength to 50 Squadrons After Op Sindoor Review and China-Pak Two-Front Threats
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is examining an initiative to enhance the Indian Air Force's authorized strength to 50 squadrons post-operation Sindoor review, amid China and Pakistan dual-front securit...
Ambiguity as Deterrence: Why the Saudi–Pakistan Defense Pact Matters
The strategic defense relationship between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan thrives on mutual supply of military capabilities that each lacks. This partnership creates ambiguity in regional deterrence strate...
Turkey Hands Over Second MILGEM Corvette PNS Khaibar to Pakistan Navy In Istanbul
At a ceremony held on December 20, 2025, in Istanbul, Turkey officially transferred the second MILGEM-class corvette, designated as PNS Khaibar, to the Pakistan Navy. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Er...
Saudi Arabia Deports 24,000 Pakistani Beggars After Warning To Islamabad
In 2025, Saudi Arabia expelled 24,000 Pakistani nationals due to allegations of organized begging and related criminal activities. This measure aligns with a wider Gulf initiative aimed at reducing il...
India’s Sea-Based Nuclear Deterrence
India's successful test of the K-4 Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM) marks a significant enhancement in its strategic nuclear capabilities. With a range of 3,500 kilometers, this missile all...
Pakistan's $4 billion arms deal with Libya breaches UN embargo, fuels global concerns: Report
A report claims that Pakistan has entered into an arms agreement worth $4 billion with the Libyan National Army (LNA), which contravenes the United Nations' embargo. The deal is described as a grave m...
Army Chief reveals majority of terrorists neutralised in 2025 were of Pakistani origin amid declining local recruitment
Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi stated that 65% of the total terrorists eliminated in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in 2025 were of Pakistani origin. This observation comes alongside a decline in ...
Gaza 'board of peace' will hold first meeting at Davos, Palestinian American intermediary says
The United States plans to announce its Gaza 'Peace Council' and hold the first meeting on the sidelines of the Davos Economic Forum, according to Palestinian-American mediator Bishara Bahbah. Bahbah ...
Indian Army Successfully Foils Multiple Pakistani Drone Incursions Along the Line of Control in J&K
The Indian Army successfully intercepted several Pakistani drone incursions along the border areas of Jammu and Kashmir, specifically at the Line of Control (LoC) and International Border. Official so...
Pakistan Army’s 2025 Counter-Terrorism Report Card
According to the Center for Research and Security Studies (CRSS) annual report from Islamabad, 2025 was recorded as a particularly deadly year for terrorist factions in Pakistan. The militant fataliti...
Turkey plans to form 'Islamic NATO' with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan
Turkey is in discussions with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan to establish an alliance referred to as the 'Islamic NATO', aiming to enhance strategic cooperation among Muslim-majority countries....
Pakistan, China Demand Visible, Verifiable Action Against Afghan Terror Groups
Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi called for clear and verifiable actions against terrorist groups based in Afghanistan during a meeting on January 5, 2026. Bot...
Balochistan faces deepening humanitarian crisis as enforced disappearances of students and activists escalate in 2025
In 2025, the province of Balochistan in Pakistan witnessed a significant rise in enforced disappearances, state repression, and restrictions on political activists. The situation has escalated to what...
Pak's Asim Munir Unleashes Fierce Anti-India Tirade
Asim Munir, Pakistan’s newly appointed Chief of Defence Forces, has issued an aggressive warning towards India during a speech to tri-service officers. He emphasized that any future aggression from In...
India Advances Dulhasti Hydropower On Chenab, Pakistan Cries Violation
India has given environmental clearance for the 260-MW Dulhasti Stage-II hydropower project on the Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir. This move is a part of India's strategic plan to speed up infrastr...
Operation Sindoor Redefines Military Tactics, Signals India's Firm Kinetic Retaliation Against Cross-Border Terrorism: Experts
India carried out Operation Sindoor in response to the Pahalgam terror attack, striking against terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and PoJK on May 7. Experts commend it for demonstrating India's mil...
India–Pakistan Conflict Risk In 2026, Says US Think Tank
A U.S.-based think tank, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), has identified a medium chance of renewed armed conflict between India and Pakistan in the near future. This projection is based on inp...
After Trump, China Claims It Mediated India-Pakistan Conflict
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi asserted China's mediation role in easing recent military tensions between India and Pakistan during a symposium on international relations. He highlighted that Beijin...
Pakistan Army’s Enduring Legacy of Violating International Laws
Pakistan continues its pattern of disregarding international agreements and UN sanctions by approving a $4 billion military hardware sale despite having a questionable record of compliance with global...
China Playing Double Game, Showcasing Peace with India While on LCS! American Report Reveals Shocking Details, Pakistan Also Mentioned
An American report suggests China may be playing a double game in its relations, showing peace towards India while actively engaging in tensions. The report highlights concerns about China's strategic...
Stopped Potential Nuclear War Between India and Pakistan: Trump Claims Eight Aircraft Shot Down
US President Donald Trump has made claims that his intervention potentially prevented a nuclear war between India and Pakistan by averting the shooting down of eight aircraft during recent tensions....
Is India fuelling an arms race in Asia or closing a deterrence gap?
India approved major defense packages worth $30 billion in 2025, which might signal the beginning of a regional arms race according to some observers following the recent clash with Pakistan. Others s...
China Wants PLA Bases In Pakistan And Bangladesh Says US Congress's China Military Power Report
The U.S. Department of Defense published the 2025 'Annual Report to Congress on Military and Security Developments Involving the People's Republic of China'. It discusses the development trajectory of...
Pakistan Restores Jacobabad Hangar Roof Seven Months After Indian Operation Sindoor Strikes
The hangar roof at Pakistan's Shahbaz Airbase in Jacobabad has been repaired and reinstalled seven months after damage caused by Indian airstrikes in May 2025. The restoration marks a significant step...
President Made It A Priority To Be A Peacemaker: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Claims Trump Stopped Indo-Pak Conflict
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted at a press conference on December 20, 2025, the Trump administration's efforts to mediate in international disputes. He emphasized the role of the United ...
Report Warns Pakistan’s Fragile Governance Poses Severe Risks to Global Nuclear Non-Proliferation Safeguards
A report highlights concerns over Pakistan's weak governance and its non-compliance with the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), suggesting potential risks for global nuclear stability. The countr...
Is Turkey Seeking Pakistan's Protection Too? NATO Is Complicated
The article discusses potential shifts in geopolitical alliances where Turkey might be considering strategic partnerships with countries like Pakistan, causing mixed feelings among NATO member states ...
Why Saudi Arabia really wants China’s JF-17 fighter
Saudi Arabia is exploring converting financial support for Pakistan into an agreement for acquiring JF-17 fighter jets from Pakistan. This suggests that Gulf arms procurement strategies are increasing...
Intel flags Bangladesh elections, ISI push as biggest security challenge for India’s northeast
Security agencies are facing significant challenges with deteriorating conditions in Bangladesh and renewed destabilization efforts by Pakistan (ISI). These issues pose substantial security risks to I...
Israel to ban 37 aid groups operating in Gaza
Israel plans to ban 37 aid organizations from operating in Gaza unless they provide detailed information about their Palestinian staff by midnight on Wednesday. The move has faced criticism from the U...
Govt Greenlights New Chenab Hydel Project Amid Indus Waters Treaty Suspension
The Indian government has approved a new 260 MW hydropower project for the Dulhasti State-II site on the Chenab river in Jammu and Kashmir. This development, facilitated by an environmental clearance ...
Three Chinese Fighter Jets Poised for Significant Export Growth: Pentagon Reveals 'Not Just Pakistan' - Other Countries Interested
According to the U.S. Department of Defense, three specific models of China's fighter jets are expected to see substantial export growth due to interest from multiple countries. While previously it wa...
J&K Police Unveils AI-Enabled Security Grid to Counter Terrorism and Enhance Border Defence
The Jammu and Kashmir Police has introduced an advanced artificial intelligence-enabled security system aimed at countering terrorism and strengthening border defense in response to ongoing threats fr...
Pentagon Raises Concern Over Chinese Claims In Arunachal Pradesh And Increasing Military Relations With Pakistan
The Pentagon has expressed concerns regarding China's territorial claims in India’s northeastern state of Arunachal Pradesh and highlighted the deepening military ties between China and Pakistan. Thes...
2025: The Year Pakistan Stepped Back into the Spotlight
Pakistan has regained its prominence in global affairs after years of relative marginalization. This shift indicates an increase in Pakistan's international influence and interactions....
Pakistan, Bangladesh Move Toward Mutual Defence Agreement Amid Renewed Ties
Pakistan and Bangladesh have established a joint mechanism involving officials from their respective defence ministries as well as military representatives to explore mutual defence agreement possibil...
Trump Claims Stopping Potential Nuclear War Between India and Pakistan by Shooting Down Eight Aircraft
Former US President Donald Trump has reiterated claims on social media that he prevented a potential nuclear war between India and Pakistan by shooting down eight of Pakistan's aircraft, stopping the ...
India Rejects Pakistan's Kashmir-Indus Water Treaty Claims At UNSC, Dismantles Terror Narrative
During a UN Security Council debate on the Middle East, India dismissed Pakistan's attempts to internationalize the Kashmir dispute and link it to concerns over the Indus Waters Treaty. Pakistan sough...
Pak President Admits He Was Advised To Move To Bunkers During Op Sindoor
Pakistan's President Asif Ali Zardari disclosed during a public event that his military secretary advised him to take shelter in a bunker when tensions escalated due to India's Operation Sindoor, whic...
Pakistan Navy gets second MILGEM class ship made by Turkiye
The Pakistan Navy has received the second MILGEM class ship built by Turkey under a technology transfer agreement between the two nations on December 21, 2025....
Kashmiri Separatist Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Issues A Warning About An Impending Crisis In Kashmir
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, a prominent separatist leader and chief cleric in Kashmir, has issued a warning through social media about an impending crisis in the region. He cited 2025 as particularly tumultu...
Pakistan-Linked Plot Suspected In Himachal IED Blast As Babbar Khalsa Claims Responsibility: Report
A suspected improvised explosive device (IED) blast occurred near Nalagarh police station in Solan district of Himachal Pradesh on New Year's Day, around 9:40 am. The blast caused no casualties but sh...
Pakistan army again overrides civilian govt in pursuing agenda
The Pakistan armed forces are reportedly behind ongoing actions against former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his party, despite these efforts being formally initiated by the current civilian governmen...
MEA slams Pakistan for hypocritical remarks on Indian minorities while ignoring its own systemic persecution of faiths
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has criticized Pakistan's 'hypocrisy' regarding the treatment of religious minorities in India, while calling attention to Pakistan’s own well-documented systemi...
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