Ukraine faces Russian bombardment in Kharkiv region post $60B U.S. aid. Oleksander Syrskyi leads defense. Russia targets Vovchansk, Lyptsi. Belgorod incident unfolds. Putin proposes buffer zone. Reports by Hnydyi, Hunder, Popeski. Editors: Lawson, Harvey.
As the eastern Ladakh military standoff continues, India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar hopes for resolution of remaining issues with China, emphasizing the importance of peace at the border for normal bilateral ties. Discussions on patrolling rights and abilities persist, with efforts focused on achieving peace and tranquillity in the region.
The Union home ministry directs central paramilitary forces to replicate a beekeeping model on the border fence by a BSF unit in West Bengal to boost employment opportunities, enhance security, and combat trans-border crimes.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized the Congress, alleging they want to relinquish India's rights over Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) due to fear of Pakistan's nuclear capabilities. Speaking at a rally in Telangana, Shah cited Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar's remarks on Pakistan's atom bomb. Shah assured that under Modi's leadership, India will not give up its rights and will respond to Pakistan's aggression. He also criticized Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy for questioning the effectiveness of surgical strikes, asserting that Modi's government has taken strong action against terrorism.
Ukraine faces Russian bombardment in Kharkiv region post $60B U.S. aid. Oleksander Syrskyi leads defense. Russia targets Vovchansk, Lyptsi. Belgorod incident unfolds. Putin proposes buffer zone. Reports by Hnydyi, Hunder, Popeski. Editors: Lawson, Harvey.
Indian Coast Guard and Jindal Steel & Power have signed an MoU to enhance the supply of indigenous marine-grade steel for shipbuilding projects. The MoU emphasizes indigenization efforts and underscores the importance of public-private partnerships in addressing security challenges. This collaboration aligns with the government's 'Make in India' and 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiatives, aiming to boost self-reliance in the defence sector.
RTX, a major aerospace and defense company, surpassed first-quarter earnings expectations due to demand for missile defense systems and a strong commercial aftermarket business. The aftermarket business benefited from airlines extending the service life of aircraft amid the recovery in air travel and limited availability of new planes. Pratt and Whitney, a subsidiary of RTX, reported a sales increase of 23%, despite ongoing inspections for potentially flawed components in its GTF jet engines.
Israel pushes for Rafah evacuations to Al-Mawasi for aid, hinting at a ground assault. Orders given for various areas to seek Gaza City shelters. Tensions rise as ceasefire talks stall, causing more civilian casualties and humanitarian concerns in Gaza.
