Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh revealed that during "Operation Sindoor," a key operation in the India-Pakistan conflict, at least six Pakistani fighter jets and two stationary aircraft were shot down by India. The successful operation was largely attributed to India's new Russian S-400 air defence systems and the political leadership's support for the armed forces. Singh also mentioned that the Indian Air Force managed its longest ever surface-to-air elimination in history, bringing down an AWACS plane about 300km away.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced during a parliamentary debate that Turkey has taken measures to cut off trade with Israel and prohibit their planes from entering Turkish airspace in response to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. This comes after Turkey demanded a permanent ceasefire and humanitarian aid for Gaza and previously cut direct trade ties in 2024. The move has been praised by some and criticized by others, with President Erdogan comparing Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to Adolf Hitler. Meanwhile, Reliance Industries and Meta Platforms have announced a partnership to make open-source AI models more accessible for Indian businesses, and Google and Reliance will establish a dedicated cloud region in Jamnagar.
In a joint press meet with his Japanese counterpart, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed India and Japan's commitment to a free, open, peaceful, prosperous, and rules-based Indo-Pacific region. The two leaders also announced plans to further strengthen mutual cooperation in the defence industry and innovation. In an interview before his visit to Tokyo, PM Modi emphasized the success of the India-Japan collaboration in the defence sector and highlighted their shared interest in peace, security, and stability in the Indo-Pacific. The Joint Declaration on Security Cooperation adopted during the visit will further advance their ambition for a secure and stable Indo-Pacific for generations to come.
In an interview with a leading Japanese daily, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasizes the shared vision of India and Japan for a Free and Open Indo-Pacific region. With their strong and extensive linkages with countries in the region, both countries are committed to working together on various issues ranging from maritime safety and security to space cooperation. As PM Modi arrives in Japan for his visit, the focus is on strengthening the agenda of the Quad alliance, which is seen as a strategic counterbalance to China.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a significant step towards strengthening ties with Japan as he announced an ambitious 10 trillion yen investment target for the next decade. The deal reflects Tokyo's growing confidence in India's economic growth and aims to foster cooperation in cutting-edge industries such as semiconductors, AI, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing. Both leaders also emphasised the importance of people-to-people connections and cultural ties, reaffirming their commitment to shaping a better world together.
In his address at the India-Japan Economic Forum in Tokyo, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized India's potential as an investment hub and highlighted the strong partnership between India and Japan. The talks will focus on expanding economic and investment ties and collaboration in emerging technologies. This visit will be followed by a trip to China for the annual summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, where PM Modi is expected to hold a bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
An explosive media report claims that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has refused to take multiple phone calls from US President Donald Trump in recent weeks, as their countries continue to engage in a bitter trade war. The report suggests that Modi's actions are motivated by a "trauma trigger" called Trump, highlighting the strained dynamic between the two leaders. The news comes as Trump's administration imposed a higher tariff on Indian goods, further escalating tensions between the two nations.
The Bihar Police Headquarters issued a statewide high alert in response to intelligence suggesting the entry of three Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed operatives into the state through the Nepal border. Police have shared the suspects' passport details across several border districts and are actively monitoring the situation in order to prevent any potential terrorist activities.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a two-day visit to Japan at the invitation of Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. The leaders will focus on shaping the next phase of their Special Strategic and Global Partnership, expanding economic and investment ties, and advancing cooperation in new technologies. From there, PM Modi will travel to China to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit and meet with President Xi Jinping and other leaders. The visit is expected to launch new initiatives and further strengthen the bilateral relationship.
Category: International Title: Deadly Floods and Landslides Cause Chaos and Restrictions in Jammu Heavy rainfall and weather alerts have wreaked havoc on the Jammu region, causing 11 deaths and severe damage to infrastructure. As a precautionary measure, authorities have imposed night-time restrictions on public movement, cancelled train services, and organised relief efforts for stranded passengers. Along with flashfloods and landslides, telecommunication services have collapsed and traffic has been suspended on major highways. This situation has put millions at risk and escalated problems in the region.
Incessant heavy rains in Jammu and Kashmir have caused widespread destruction to public and private property, leaving at least 10 people dead and several injured. The yatra to the Vaishno Devi shrine has been suspended, as five people died and 14 were injured in a landslide. The situation is serious and the government has suspended traffic on several roads and issued additional funds to deal with the situation.