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Pakistan to increase defence spending by 18 per cent in upcoming budget: Report

The Pakistani government is set to unveil the 2025-26 budget in the first week of the next month ahead of the start of the new fiscal year from July 1.

Pakistan is set to increase defence spending to over <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>2.5 trillion in the next budget due to tensions with India, according to a media report.(REUTERS)

world news

Published on May 06, 2025 05:58 PM IST

PTI |

Navy test fires medium-range surface-to-air missile in Arabian Sea | Watch

The navy informed about the test through a post on the social media platform X.

Indian Navy ship sailing in the sea. (Representational)(REUTERS)

india news

Updated on Apr 24, 2025 07:51 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Forging aatmanirbharta in defence: Powering self-reliance through collaboration

This article is authored by Mario Gonsalves, India leader- public services and Vinod Narasimhamurthy, partner, BCG.

Indian Army's Brahmos Missile System (ANI)

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Published on Apr 17, 2025 04:06 PM IST

ByMario Gonsalves, Vinod Narasimhamurthy

India demonstrates capability to shoot down drones using laser weapon | Watch

The first successful trial of the Mk-II(A) Laser- Directed Energy Weapon (DEW) system took place in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh today.

The Mk-II(A) Laser- Directed Energy Weapon (DEW) system can shoot down drones and missiles in seconds(ANI)

india news

Updated on Apr 13, 2025 10:59 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Trade, investment, defence focus areas in India-Belgium meeting

External affairs minister S Jaishankarsaid Princess Astrid’s visit will foster greater collaboration for a stronger India-Belgium and India-EU partnership

External affairs minister S Jaishankar meets Princess Astrid of Belgium, in New Delhi on Monday. (Dr. S. Jaishankar-X)

india news

Published on Mar 03, 2025 08:48 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Foundation for layered India-America relations

The first engagement between the two countries’ leaders in Trump’s second term met most expectations. Now, resolve differences over trade and immigration

Washington, DC, Feb 13 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump deliver a joint press statement after their meeting at the White House, in Washington, DC on Thursday. (Reuters/ANI) (REUTERS)

opinion

Published on Feb 17, 2025 09:04 PM IST

ByDhruva Jaishankar

7 things Donald Trump said about PM Modi: ‘Great friend, better negotiator’

President Donald Trump, who often describes Narendra Modi as a great leader, particularly applauded the PM's leadership and negotiation skills

Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House, in Washington, DC.(PMO)

india news

Updated on Feb 14, 2025 12:25 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Rajnath Singh calls Rahul Gandhi's allegations on China 'irresponsible politics'

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh refuted Rahul Gandhi's claims about the Army Chief's statements on China, asserting that the Chief never made such remarks.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh refuted Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi's comments on China on Tuesday, claiming that the Army Chief never used the terms Gandhi ascribed to him and that his comments simply alluded to the disruption of regular patrolling by both sides.(PTI)

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Published on Feb 04, 2025 04:27 PM IST

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Energy, food security, defence in focus for President Prabowo Subianto’s visit

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, who is on his first trip to India as the head of the state, will be the chief guest at the Republic Day celebrations on Sunday

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto upon his arrival in India. (PTI)

india news

Published on Jan 24, 2025 04:07 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Rubio meets Jaishankar in his first bilateral; commits to deepening India ties

Jaishankar and Rubio both reaffirmed their commitment to stronger US-India ties especially in technology, defence, and energy.

External affairs minister S Jaishankar with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a meeting, in Washington DC (HT)

india news

Updated on Jan 22, 2025 01:09 PM IST

ByPrashant Jha

‘Germany open to sending troops to Ukraine if…’: Minister

Germany's defence minister expresses willingness to send troops to Ukraine for a demilitarised zone if a ceasefire with Russia is reached

Germany's defence minister stated that if a ceasefire agreement with Russia were reached, he would be willing to send German troops to Ukraine to assist in securing a demilitarised area there.(AP/representative)

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Published on Jan 18, 2025 06:29 PM IST

AFP |

Seven Indian firms join India-US space, defence collaboration programme

Seven Indian private firms join a groundbreaking India-U.S. space and defense collaboration, gaining access to the largest global market.

According to three people with knowledge of the situation, seven Indian private enterprises have been selected for a first-of-its-kind India-U.S. space and defence partnership initiative, opening up a profitable and crucial market for Indian businesses.(AP)

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Published on Jan 17, 2025 01:08 PM IST

Reuters |

Taiwan reports increased Chinese military activity near its airspace and waters

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence reported three Chinese PLA aircraft and seven PLAN vessels near Taiwan, with aircraft crossing the median line.

Three Chinese PLAN planes and seven PLAN ships were spotted operating close to Taiwan on Thursday, according to Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND).(AFP file photo/representative)

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Published on Jan 02, 2025 09:48 AM IST

AFP |

Defence ministry declares 2025 as ‘year of reforms’

The armed forces will undergo reforms to enhance technological capabilities for multi-domain operations by 2025, focusing on cyber, space, emerging technologies

On Wednesday, the Defence Ministry said that 2025 will be the year of changes, with the goal of facilitating the creation of integrated theatre commands to strengthen cooperation between the three services(PTI)

india news

Published on Jan 01, 2025 02:34 PM IST

PTI |

India's Pinaka rocket system interests French Army, being evaluated for use

The Pinaka system's capability to hit targets at 75 kilometers and beyond, combined with its multiple variants, makes it an attractive option for French Army.

Pinaka extended range rockets during testing at the Pokhran firing range.

india news

Published on Nov 10, 2024 02:07 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

India, Australia review comprehensive strategic parternship at foreign ministers’ meet

The two sides also discussed their respective neighbourhoods, the Indo-Pacific, the conflicts in West Asia and Ukraine and the global strategic scenario

External affairs minister S Jaishankar with Australian foreign minister Penny Wong and other delegates during the 15th India - Australia Foreign Ministers’ Framework Dialogue in Canberra (PTI/Image via @DrSJaishankar)

india news

Published on Nov 05, 2024 08:24 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

As economies slump amid global conflicts, this market in Nagpur booms

Countries from Europe and West Asia continue to stockpile arms and ammunition in record numbers. Major beneficiaries are defence PSUs and private players.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh performs 'Shastra Puja' on the occasion of 'Vijayadashami' during a function at the Sukna Military Station, in Darjeeling district, West Bengal. (File image)(PTI)

india news

Published on Oct 20, 2024 11:45 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

IIT Kanpur’s SIIC displays cutting-edge defence tech at Armed Forces Fest 2024

Several startups incubated under SIIC showcased some of the unique technological innovations at the Armed Forces Festival 2024.

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath checking defence technology displayed by a SIIC-incubated startup during the Armed Forces Festival 2024.

education

Updated on Sep 07, 2024 12:41 PM IST

ByHT Education Desk

UK, Germany to boost defence ties in relations 'reset'

world news

Published on Jul 25, 2024 01:11 AM IST

AFP |

India defence budget 2024: ₹6.21 lakh crore allocated; Rajnath Singh reacts

Defence budget 2024: Rajnath Singh thanked Nirmala Sitharaman for giving the “highest allocation”, which is 12.9% of total Budget for fiscal year 2024-25.

Army personnel perform combat sports during the Summer Carnival 2024 at Dras in Kargil. (File)

budget

Updated on Jul 23, 2024 04:23 PM IST

ByHT News Desk | Edited by Aniruddha Dhar

Union Budget 2024: Where does Centre spend the most money?

Union Budget 2024: Interest, defence, and subsidies dominate the Union Budget 2024 allocation. Which are the top 10 major expenditure areas?

budget

Updated on Jul 23, 2024 01:41 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

NATO will need 35-50 extra brigades under new defence plans, source says

NATO-DEFENCE/PLANS (EXCLUSIVE, PIX):EXCLUSIVE-NATO will need 35-50 extra brigades under new defence plans, source says

world news

Published on Jul 08, 2024 11:32 AM IST

Reuters |

Infighting over budget imperils Germany’s defence upgrade

GERMANY-DEFENCE-BUDGET-ANALYSIS:Analysis-Infighting over budget imperils Germany’s defence upgrade

world news

Updated on Jun 11, 2024 10:39 AM IST

Reuters |

Defence stocks plummet as market crashes: These performed worst today

Shares of Bharat Dynamics, Hindustan Aeronautics, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders, and Cochin Shipyard fell around 10-12 percent.

The BSE Sensex and the NSE Nifty tanked as the 2024 Lok Sabha election results were declared(HT photo)

business

Published on Jun 04, 2024 02:05 PM IST

ByHT News Desk | Edited by Abhyjith K. Ashokan

IIT Kanpur partners with DRDO to launch DIA Centre of Excellence, details here

The latest move comes in line with DIA CoEs set up by DRDO in key academic institutions in across India. Here is how the new facility will play a big role.

IIT Kanpur, DRDO join hands to establish DIA Centre of Excellence in a bid to foster research in next-gen defence technology. (HT file image)

education

Published on May 30, 2024 08:25 PM IST

ByHT Education Desk, New Delhi

NY judge delivers this instruction to jurors deliberating over Trump's fate

Witness credibility questioned in Donald Trump's hush money case as jury deliberates without needing his testimony.

Jurors in Trump's hush money trial begin deliberating today on whether to return the first criminal conviction of a former president -- a momentous decision that could upend the November presidential election. (Photo by Jabin Botsford / POOL / AFP)(AFP)

world news

Published on May 30, 2024 12:04 AM IST

ByTuhin Das Mahapatra

IIT Madras collaborates with French firm to set up €100 million hub for startups

The partnership aims to enable Starburst to set up programs that will enhance the aviation, space, and defence (ASD) ecosystem in India.

The collaboration also looks forward to providing Indian ASD startups with a view of and exploring the international markets.

education

Published on Mar 27, 2024 03:18 PM IST

ByHT Education Desk, New Delhi

Meet Suman Kumari, BSF's ‘first woman sniper’

Suman volunteered for the sniper course after witnessing the threat of sniper attacks from across the border while commanding a platoon in Punjab.

A sub-inspector named Suman Kumari has become the first woman sniper of the Border Security Force.(X(formerly Twitter))

india news

Published on Mar 03, 2024 01:48 PM IST

ByAdarsh Kumar Gupta

World Civil Defence Day 2024: Date, history and significance

World Civil Defence Day 2024: This day is dedicated to promoting awareness about civil defence measures and safeguarding people.

Every year, World Civil Defence Day is observed on March 1. This year, the special day will be observed on a Friday. (Unsplash)

lifestyle

Published on Feb 29, 2024 01:42 PM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

Antilia explosives scare: Waze seeks laptop in jail to write book, prepare defence; authorities oppose plea

Waze said that in order to prepare a proper defence for him, he must access, read, analyse and examine the contents of the evidence, which seemed impossible without a computer. Special judge AM Patil has posted the matter for hearing on February 28

Mumbai, Dec 01 (ANI): Dismissed Mumbai Police officer Sachin Waze arrives to appear before the Chandiwal Commission, in Mumbai on Wednesday. The Commission was formed to probe former Mumbai Police Commissioner Param Bir Singh’s allegations of corruption against former Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh. (ANI Photo) (Deepak Salvi)

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Updated on Feb 17, 2024 07:08 AM IST

ByRutuja Gaidhani

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The Pakistani government is set to unveil the 2025-26 budget in the first week of the next month ahead of the start of the new fiscal year from July 1.

The navy informed about the test through a post on the social media platform X.

This article is authored by Mario Gonsalves, India leader- public services and Vinod Narasimhamurthy, partner, BCG.

The first successful trial of the Mk-II(A) Laser- Directed Energy Weapon (DEW) system took place in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh today.

External affairs minister S Jaishankarsaid Princess Astrid’s visit will foster greater collaboration for a stronger India-Belgium and India-EU partnership

The first engagement between the two countries’ leaders in Trump’s second term met most expectations. Now, resolve differences over trade and immigration

President Donald Trump, who often describes Narendra Modi as a great leader, particularly applauded the PM's leadership and negotiation skills

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh refuted Rahul Gandhi's claims about the Army Chief's statements on China, asserting that the Chief never made such remarks.

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, who is on his first trip to India as the head of the state, will be the chief guest at the Republic Day celebrations on Sunday

Jaishankar and Rubio both reaffirmed their commitment to stronger US-India ties especially in technology, defence, and energy.

Germany's defence minister expresses willingness to send troops to Ukraine for a demilitarised zone if a ceasefire with Russia is reached

Seven Indian private firms join a groundbreaking India-U.S. space and defense collaboration, gaining access to the largest global market.

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence reported three Chinese PLA aircraft and seven PLAN vessels near Taiwan, with aircraft crossing the median line.

The armed forces will undergo reforms to enhance technological capabilities for multi-domain operations by 2025, focusing on cyber, space, emerging technologies

The Pinaka system's capability to hit targets at 75 kilometers and beyond, combined with its multiple variants, makes it an attractive option for French Army.

The two sides also discussed their respective neighbourhoods, the Indo-Pacific, the conflicts in West Asia and Ukraine and the global strategic scenario

Countries from Europe and West Asia continue to stockpile arms and ammunition in record numbers. Major beneficiaries are defence PSUs and private players.

Several startups incubated under SIIC showcased some of the unique technological innovations at the Armed Forces Festival 2024.

UK, Germany to boost defence ties in relations 'reset'

Defence budget 2024: Rajnath Singh thanked Nirmala Sitharaman for giving the “highest allocation”, which is 12.9% of total Budget for fiscal year 2024-25.

Union Budget 2024: Interest, defence, and subsidies dominate the Union Budget 2024 allocation. Which are the top 10 major expenditure areas?

NATO-DEFENCE/PLANS (EXCLUSIVE, PIX):EXCLUSIVE-NATO will need 35-50 extra brigades under new defence plans, source says

GERMANY-DEFENCE-BUDGET-ANALYSIS:Analysis-Infighting over budget imperils Germany’s defence upgrade

Shares of Bharat Dynamics, Hindustan Aeronautics, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders, and Cochin Shipyard fell around 10-12 percent.

The latest move comes in line with DIA CoEs set up by DRDO in key academic institutions in across India. Here is how the new facility will play a big role.

Witness credibility questioned in Donald Trump's hush money case as jury deliberates without needing his testimony.

The partnership aims to enable Starburst to set up programs that will enhance the aviation, space, and defence (ASD) ecosystem in India.

Suman volunteered for the sniper course after witnessing the threat of sniper attacks from across the border while commanding a platoon in Punjab.

World Civil Defence Day 2024: This day is dedicated to promoting awareness about civil defence measures and safeguarding people.

Waze said that in order to prepare a proper defence for him, he must access, read, analyse and examine the contents of the evidence, which seemed impossible without a computer. Special judge AM Patil has posted the matter for hearing on February 28

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