Labour leader Keir Starmer plans to announce new legislation for Armed Forces communities, including an independent Commissioner for the Armed Forces and the Armed Forces Covenant.
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin proposed a thaw in tense relations between Cambodia and China, discussing resuming joint military exercises and easing Cambodia’s increasing proximity to China.
The Australian Defence Force (ADF) is expanding its recruitment pool to include UK, US, and Canadian citizens, addressing a shortage of recruits amid regional threats.
Defence corporations’ shares fell 11% on BSE due to expected lower Lok Sabha election results, despite multibagger returns from these stocks over the past year.
Indian Air Force Su-30MKI aircraft crashes in Maharashtra, causing damage to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, but pilots flee.
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin praised US-Indian relations at the Shangri-La Dialogue, stating improved co-production of armored vehicles and fighter jet engines, and a strong bilateral relationship.
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin met with Chinese counterpart Dong Jun to address Asia-Pacific security concerns, focusing on China’s threat and easing tensions over Taiwan and South China Sea.
Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL) reported a 52.18% YoY increase in net profit for Q4, resulting in a 10% increase in revenue. However, EBITDA grew 82% YoY to ₹5,913 crore.
Philippine President Marcos Jr. pledges to strengthen ties with India, citing improved relations and India’s support for Philippine sovereignty amid China’s South China Sea assertiveness.
Russia fired 100 missiles and drones at Ukraine, targeting energy infrastructure, causing damage and electricity shortages. Ukraine’s air defenses struggle to fend off the attacks.
