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Japan scraps ban on lethal weapons exports | Why China is worried

Minoru Kihara, Japan's chief cabinet secretary, left, talks to Sanae Takaichi, Japan's prime minister, during a special session in the lower house of parliament in Tokyo, Japan.
Updated on Apr 22, 2026 04:43 pm IST

Trump's ‘big problem’ warning for China if it ships weapons to Iran

President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping shake hands after their US-China summit meeting at Gimhae International Airport in Busan, South Korea on October 30, 2025.
Published on Apr 12, 2026 10:02 am IST

How Israel turned Iran’s street cameras to track protests into a wartime weapon

Shops are closed during protests in Tehran's centuries-old main bazaar, Iran, Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026. (AP)
Updated on Mar 23, 2026 10:17 pm IST

India world’s 2nd largest arms importer despite drop in goods: Report

India has taken several measures to boost self-reliance in the defence manufacturing sector during recent years.
Updated on Mar 10, 2026 08:22 am IST

Did the US use a ‘powerful mystery weapon’ during Maduro raid?

Regardless of how it was termed, the US strike was a use of force on the territory of a sovereign State. (AFP)
Updated on Jan 11, 2026 08:40 am IST

One of 2025's biggest horror films has an OTT release date: When, where to watch

Zach Cregger's Weapons was the second-highest-grossing horror release of 2025.
Updated on Jan 03, 2026 04:24 pm IST

Glock discontinuing most commercial handguns to launch new 'V Models'?

A G19X at the Glock booth on the exhibit floor of the Association of the US Army Defense Show in Washington, DC, US, on Monday, Oct. 13, 2025. (Representational)
Updated on Oct 22, 2025 12:00 am IST

Pathankot counter-intelligence team averts target killing, seizes weapons

The police officials recovered four weapons from their custody, including one Zigana pistol, three pistols (.30 & .32 bore) with live cartridges.
Published on Aug 26, 2025 04:58 pm IST

US approves $322 million in arms for Ukraine amid escalating tensions

The approvals come weeks after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth directed a pause on other weapons shipments to Ukraine.
Published on Jul 24, 2025 06:23 am IST

203 weapons, IEDs, grenades recovered during major crackdown in Manipur

The Manipur Police has reiterated its commitment to fostering a peaceful and secure Manipur.
Published on Jul 04, 2025 05:55 pm IST

Zelensky urges Western allies to allot 0.25% GDP for Ukraine's defense industry

Ukraine is in immediate need of improved weaponry and better ammunition.
Published on Jun 21, 2025 08:33 pm IST

Five militants arrested in Manipur for extortion and arms possession

The arrests were made from Thoubal, Kakching, Imphal West and Tengnoupal districts.
Published on Jun 14, 2025 03:33 pm IST

US has issued a level 2 travel alert for Turks and Caicos. Here's why

Due to an upsurge in crime, the US Department of State has released a set of guidelines for visitors travelling to the Caicos and Turks islands.
Published on Mar 07, 2025 10:38 am IST

Manipur governor extends deadline to surrender looted, illegal arms till March 6

The deadline to surrender illegal weapons in Manipur has been extended
Published on Feb 28, 2025 01:09 pm IST

Manipur: 104 firearms voluntarily surrendered in 6 districts

104 rifles and ammunition were voluntarily turned in by citizens in six districts of conflict-torn Manipur
Published on Feb 27, 2025 11:08 am IST

Manipur residents of three districts hand over 15 weapons ater governor's call

At least 15 firearms were turned up to police in three districts on Tuesday, authorities said, days after Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla asked residents of the conflict-torn state to willingly give up weapons that had been stolen and unlawfully kept.
Published on Feb 25, 2025 01:24 pm IST

5 arrested in Manipur for armed display during football match

Five people have been taken into custody by the Manipur Police for reportedly brandishing "sophisticated arms" during a recent football game in a Kangpokpi district hamlet, authorities announced on Friday.
Published on Feb 14, 2025 12:06 pm IST

Syrians demand end of Baath party as members hand over weapons

In a dramatic turnabout for the political party that has dominated Syria for more than 60 years, President Bashar Assad's ruling Baath party announced it was suspending its operations a few days after rebels ousted him.
Published on Dec 30, 2024 01:01 pm IST

Israel forces capture 85,000 weapons from Hezbollah amid ongoing ceasefire

Since they arrived in Lebanon, soldiers have confiscated over 85,000 pieces of Hezbollah theft
Updated on Dec 26, 2024 10:43 am IST

Trump threatens to undo Biden's Ukraine long-range weapon authorisation

Donald Trump, the next president, hinted on Monday that he would overturn Joe Biden's recent ruling to permit Ukrainian forces to use American long-range weaponry to launch attacks farther into Russian territory.
Published on Dec 17, 2024 01:55 pm IST

Indore educator gets sharp-edged weapon licence after 7-year-long fight

In a first-of-its-kind order, the divisional commissioner court of Indore ordered that the license for sharp-edged weapons, which will have a unique number, to be issued. (HT Photo)
Published on Sept 21, 2024 05:44 pm IST

UK says its high-power laser weapon ‘DragonFire’ can hit a coin a kilometre away

United Kingdom has conducted trial of a new high-power laser weapon "DragonFire" to destroy aerial targets.
Published on Mar 12, 2024 07:43 pm IST

Soldier injured in accidental fire, hospitalised in Jammu

The injured soldier was identified as Vikas, 27. The incident occurred around 8.30 pm. (Representational photo)
Updated on Feb 29, 2024 10:54 pm IST

LeT terrorist arrested with weapon and ammunition in north Kashmir: Officials

Police said that the terrorist tried to flee after seeing the security personnel but an alert team apprehended him tactfully. (Image posted on X by Baramulla Police)
Published on Dec 28, 2023 06:17 pm IST

Man held with arms in Manipur relative of sitting MLA, says officer

The Manipur Police, in a statement on Saturday night, said that an active member of banned outfit Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) was arrested with a 9 mm Beretta US Corp pistol, seven rounds (of ammunition) and extortion money. (AFP) (File)
Updated on Oct 16, 2023 04:51 am IST

Army jawan killed in ‘accidental firing’ In Jammu and Kashmir’s Bandipora

An army jawan was killed in ‘accidental firing’ In Jammu and Kashmir’s Bandipora. (HT File)
Published on Sept 18, 2023 04:24 am IST

Day after killing Amritsar minor, stalker shoots self, hospitalised

The girl was sitting in the verandah of her aunt’s house with another relative in Amritsar on Tuesday when the stalker barged into the house, shot the girl with a pistol and fled the spot. (HT File)
Updated on Aug 31, 2023 12:43 am IST

Two army men injured in accidental fire in Rajouri

The soldiers from a Rashtriya Rifles unit had returned from their duty and were unloading their weapons when the incident took place. (Representational Photo (Getty Images/iStockphoto) )
Updated on Jun 08, 2023 12:48 am IST