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India expands military training for foreign partnerships across Gulf, ASEAN, and Africa
India has significantly expanded its military training programs to strengthen defence partnerships with Gulf, ASEAN, and African nations. Initiatives range from basic infantry skills to advanced systems like submarines and fighter jets. Recently, 76 cadets from Saudi Arabia's King Fahad Naval Academy trained at India's Southern Naval Command in Kochi, focusing on maritime operations and seamanship. India hosts personnel from 26 African countries annually, providing training in counterinsurgency and jungle warfare.
How one officer class offers a glimpse into Russia's military amid Ukraine war
In 2016, a new class of officers graduated from the Ryazan paratroop academy in Russia, symbolizing President Vladimir Putin's commitment to strengthening the country's armed forces. Reuters traced the fate of almost all the graduates, revealing their involvement in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Three of the officers were killed in Ukraine in 2022 and 2023, while others were decorated for bravery or captured by Ukrainian forces.
World's longest reigning monarch's son is marrying a commoner; check out the details
Brunei's Prince Abdul Mateen is set to marry his commoner fiancée in a grand 10-day celebration. The union not only marks a royal love story but also offers a glimpse into the wealth and heritage of Brunei.
How Hamas secretly built a 'mini-army' to fight Israel
Israeli forces preparing to invade Gaza to eliminate Hamas will face a formidable opponent with extensive support from Iran and allied Arab groups. Hamas has demonstrated its military expertise, gained since taking control of Gaza in 2007, through recent attacks on southern Israel. The group has received funding and training from Iran and its proxies, such as Hezbollah in Lebanon.
Tech advancements making battlespace more complex, says Army Chief Gen. Pande at UK parade
In a motivational speech for the 185 Officer Cadets of Commissioning Course No. 223 who pass out from the prestigious academy with the customary parade, the army chief called on them to lead by example as they "don the mantle of a military leader" and hone their ability to adapt to change.
India important partner to champion rules-based order, says UK at Army Chief's ceremonial welcome
Army chief General Manoj Pande received a ceremonial welcome with a Guard of Honour at Horse Guards Parade in London at the start of his UK visit on Thursday. Gen. Pande was received by the UK's Chief of the General Staff, Gen. Sir Patrick Sanders, before he inspected a Guard of Honour by the Number 7 Company Coldstream Guards, one of the oldest regiments in the British Army dressed in their iconic scarlet tunics and black bearskin caps.
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Army Chief General Manoj Pande leaves for UK on five-day visit
The Chief of the Indian Army Staff, Gen Manoj Pande, is visiting the UK to attend the 201st Sovereign's Parade of Commissioning Course at the prestigious Royal Military Academy in Sandhurst as the 'Sovereign's Representative' for the parade. He will hold talks with the top British defence brass on various matters of common interest, including defence cooperation, counter-terrorism efforts, and strategic planning.
Jordan's royal wedding! Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II to tie the knot with Saudi architect
Jordan's Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II and Rajwa Alseif, a Saudi architect, are set to marry in a palace wedding on Thursday in Jordan. They were formally engaged in August 2022 at a traditional Muslim ceremony in Riyadh that was attended by senior members of Jordan's royal family.
British Army chief on five-day visit to Pakistan
The UK High Commission in Islamabad said the visit was part of a long-standing military cooperation agreement between the two countries.
In ancient Egypt, severed hands were spoils of war
The Hyksos are widely believed to have introduced the Egyptians to the horse and chariot, glass-working and all sorts of weaponry, including battle axes and composite bows.
Qatar sheikh bids for Man Utd as billionaire Ratcliffe enters race
The club's current owners, the US-based Glazer family, announced in November they were open to a sale of or investment in the record 20-time English champions, prompting talk of a bidding war between Qatari and Saudi Arabian interests.
Queen Elizabeth II, Lata Mangeshkar, Bob Saget & Betty Davis: Remembering influential people who we lost in 2022
Here is a roll call of some influential figures who died in 2022.
Armed forces exist today to ensure wars do not take place: Pakistan Army chief Gen Bajwa
Bajwa said as a direct consequence of the onset of the fourth industrial revolution, dual-use technologies and niche capabilities led by artificial intelligence are fundamentally altering the character of future war.
UAE prince who reshaped region named ruler of oil-rich power
The UAE’s federal council elected Sheikh Mohammed, commonly referred to as MBZ, as the country’s president, according to state media on Saturday. Sheikh Mohammed has frequently used his clout to intervene in regional conflicts with one of the Middle East’s best-equipped militaries.
Lt Gen BS Raju to be new Vice Chief of Army
"Lt Gen Raju has attended all important career courses in India and has had the privilege of doing his NDC at Royal College of Defence Studies, United Kingdom," it said in a statement. He also holds a distinguished Master's programme degree in counter terrorism at the Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey in the US. For his illustrious contribution to the service, he has been awarded Uttam Yudh Seva Medal, Ati Vishisht Seva Medal and Yudh Seva Medal.
New ISI chief's first priority is to crush Balochistan freedom movement
Following his appointment on Wednesday, Lt Gen Anjum replaced Lieutenant General Faiz Hameed, who was seen with the Taliban after the fall of Kabul on August 15. Lt Gen Hameed, who was heading the spy agency since June 16, 2019, has now been appointed as Commander of the Peshawar Corps, which would make him eligible for the next Pakistan Army chief.
United States ends military academy programme for Cambodia amid strained ties
Washington has been concerned over China's growing military presence in Cambodia, with the Southeast Asian country becoming one of Beijing most important allies in the region.
India keeps close watch on Turkey-Pakistan's joint military exercises
The joint exercise, named 'Ataturk XI-2021', is aimed at focussing on counter-terrorist operations but this signals an emergent strategic alliance between these two countries, with implications for South Asia including Kashmir, according to highly placed sources who did not wish to be quoted.
Rocking 'Rio' of 61 Cavalry regiment to make his 18th appearance in R-Day parade
A pure Hanoverian breed, 'Rio', aged 22, was born in India, and has been participating in the Republic Day parade since he was four, says Captain Deepanshu Sheoran, who will be leading the contingent of the world's only serving horse-mounted cavalry regiment, for the third time.
General Naravane's visit to Saudi Arabia will strengthen bilateral defence cooperation: Indian Army
"COAS visit to #SaudiArabia will strengthen bilateral defence cooperation between the two countries," the Indian Army's Additional Directorate General of Public Information said in a tweet.
Army Chief Gen MM Naravane leaves for UAE, Saudi Arabia
The visit comes in the midst of fast-paced developments in the Gulf region including normalisation of Israel's relations with several Arab countries as well as situation arising out of the assassination of Iran's top nuclear weapons scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.
Forgotten tales of valour and courage: Chivalry and courage at the Battle for Haifa
The battle of Haifa, Israel, should be commemorated not just for the circumstances it was fought under but also for the impact it had on human history and progress.
Forgotten tales of valour and courage: NNRC in Korea and General KS Thimayya
In Nov 1948, Thimayya moved Stuart tanks in utmost secrecy by dismantling their turrets and used them in direct firing role that led to the capture of Zoji-la which had evaded capture on previous instances. It was because Zoji-la was in our hands that liberation of Kargil was possible in 1999.
Navy chief Sunil Lanba to visit UAE, Oman from tomorrow
In UAE, Lanba will visit the Ghantoot Naval Base as well as National Defence College where he will interact with the student officers.
Navy Chief Lanba holds talks with UAE's top defence brass
New Delhi is looking at increasing defence and security engagement with UAE, a major player in the strategically important Gulf region.
Vice-Admiral Pandit takes over as Commandant of INA
Pandit, a specialist in anti-submarine warfare, replaces Vice Admiral SV Bhokare, whose tenure in the post lasted 15 months
Navy chief Admiral Sunil Lanba visited Saudi Arabia this week, focus on deepening defence ties
Evolving security threats in the region and enhancing cooperation to pursue common strategic interests were the focus of Lanba's talks with the Saudi military establishment.
The Saudi Prince, a Sheikh and the isolation of a Gulf renegade
The coordinated action underscores the growing authority of both men, whose countries control vast amounts of oil wealth and buy weapons from the US.
Prince Harry to quit Army in June
In his statement, the fourth in line to Britain's throne said he was at a "crossroads" and quitting the Army had been a "really tough decision".
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