Tag: Defence
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UK Military Women Face Alarming Levels of Sexual Harassment, Survey Finds
Overview of the Findings A recent survey reveals a troubling level of gender-based harassment within the United Kingdom’s armed forces. According to the study, two-thirds of women serving full-time reported experiencing sexualised behaviour over the past year. The incidents ranged from unwanted comments about appearance to more serious acts such as leering and groping. The…
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Schmidt’s Rudderless Wallabies: What Must Change Before the Irish Test
Background: A Wallabies Team At a Crossroads The Australian rugby union team has been under intense scrutiny after a sequence of disappointing results, with former stars and pundits questioning the side’s strategy, leadership, and cohesion. The critique intensified following Joe Schmidt’s interim influence, as the Wallabies were caught flat-footed against a disciplined Italy side that…
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Talks are over: Pakistan suspends truce negotiations with Afghanistan amid rising tensions
Overview: Talks halted amid mounting tensions Pakistan’s defence ministry announced the suspension of truce negotiations with Afghanistan, marking a clear escalation in a relationship that has long hovered between cooperation and friction. With the fourth round of talks canceled and no concrete timetable for revival, experts warn that the pause could widen gaps in security…
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India to Make Indigenous Fighter Jet Engines from Next Year: Rajnath Singh
India Sets Course for Indigenous Fighter Jet Engines Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced a pivotal milestone for India’s defence ambitions: the production of indigenous fighter jet engines could begin as early as next year. The declaration marks a significant step in the Centre’s Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliance) push, signaling a shift from reliance on foreign suppliers…
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India to Begin Indigenous Fighter Jet Engines Next Year, Says Defence Minister
India advances self-reliant defence with indigenous jet engines Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has announced that India is likely to begin production of fighter jet engines as early as next year, marking a pivotal milestone in the government’s Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant) push. The move signals a major step toward reducing dependency on foreign suppliers and expanding…
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Garnacho Keeps Chelsea Afloat After Equalizer in Qarabag Thriller
Chelsea fight back in Baku after Qarabag scare In a dramatic Champions League night at the Tofiq Bahramov Stadium, Chelsea were pushed to the brink by Qarabag before a late intervention from Alejandro Garnacho salvaged a 2-2 draw. The result leaves Enzo Maresca’s side with questions about their defensive organization, after they let a two-goal…
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Explosion at Tennessee Military Explosives Facility: Live Updates
Breaking: Large blast rocks Tennessee explosives facility A powerful explosion rocked a military explosives facility in McEwen, Tennessee, Friday morning, sending smoke plumes into the sky and prompting a large emergency response. Local authorities confirmed the incident but cautioned that details were still developing as responders worked to secure the scene. What happened and where…
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Australia News Live: Trump-Israel Gaza Peace Deal, Defence Property Overhaul Looms
Australia News Live: Markets, Politics and Global Peace Talks In a day of rapid developments, Australian markets showed resilience as major banks helped the S&P/ASX 200 recover from morning losses. The index edged higher by mid-afternoon, trading around the 8,970 point mark, while investors weighed interest-rate expectations, commodity prices and the broader global news cycle.…
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Defence Ministry Opens Missile Development and Ammunition Manufacturing to Private Sector
Why the Change Matters The Defence Ministry has unveiled a shift in India’s strategic manufacturing landscape by opening the development and production of missiles, artillery shells, ammunition, and ordnance to private sector participation. The move aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s push toward Atmanirbharta (self-reliance) in defence and is aimed at ensuring sustained firepower in…
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Ukraine War Tests EU Unity at Copenhagen Summit Informal
Ukraine War Tests EU Unity at Copenhagen Summit The war in Ukraine remains a defining crisis for Europe, and an informal EU summit in Copenhagen is framed as a moment to translate urgency into action. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrived with a clear message: these are difficult times, and Russia is testing…