The Brahmaputra Sailing Expedition – MENU 2026 was flagged off from Biswanath Ghat in Assam on October 28 under the aegis of the NCC Directorate, North Eastern Region (NER), Shillong. The 10-day expedition aims to promote adventure, leadership, teamwork and discipline among young cadets while paying tribute to the valour and patriotism of legendary Ahom General Bir Lachit Borphukan. Organised under the Most Enterprising Naval Unit (MENU–26) initiative, the expedition brings together 100 Senior Division and Senior Wing Naval NCC cadets from the 48 and 49 Assam Naval Units NCC for a challenging riverine journey across Assam. 248-Km Journey Across…
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The Indian Air Force’s (IAF) Suryakiran Aerobatic Team will showcase its precision flying skills in a spectacular air show over Bor Talav, also known as Gaurishankar Lake, in Bhavnagar, Gujarat, on November 1, 2026. The display is scheduled to begin at 10:00 AM and will feature nine red-and-white Hawk Mk-132 aircraft performing a series of coordinated aerial manoeuvres. Precision Flying and Tricolour Smoke Trails: The 30–40-minute performance will feature precision formation flying, wingtip-to-wingtip manoeuvres, loops and rolls. Smoke trails in saffron, white and green—the colours of the Indian national flag—are expected to add a patriotic touch to the display. Renowned…
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has deployed two C-130J transport aircraft to airlift 23 tonnes of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) relief supplies to Vijayawada, strengthening disaster preparedness and emergency response capabilities in the aftermath of Cyclone Arnab. The airlift operation highlights the IAF’s strategic role in providing rapid logistical support during natural disasters, enabling essential relief materials to reach affected areas in a timely manner. The deployment is aimed at enhancing preparedness for post-cyclone relief operations and supporting efforts to manage the impact of the disaster. The Indian Air Force remains committed to safeguarding lives and providing swift air…
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh co-chaired a meeting with a delegation of the European Parliament’s Committee on Foreign Affairs (AFET), led by David McAllister, in New Delhi on October 27, 2026, to discuss ways to strengthen the India–European Union Strategic Partnership. Both sides underscored the importance of deepening cooperation in security and defence, reaffirming their shared commitment to expanding bilateral engagement amid evolving regional and global security challenges. The discussions also covered issues relating to regional peace and security, with the two sides noting convergence on several matters of mutual interest. The meeting reflects India and the European Union’s continued…
The 11th edition of the India–Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise GARUDA SHAKTI commenced in Banyuwangi, Indonesia, on October 27 and will continue until November 6. The Indian contingent comprises troops from the Parachute Regiment (Special Forces), while Indonesia is represented by personnel from its Special Forces. The exercise aims to enhance mutual understanding, operational coordination and interoperability between the Special Forces of the two countries. Training will focus on jungle warfare and special operations, including obstacle crossing, combat marksmanship, mountaineering, air assault drills and combat-hardening sessions. The programme also includes the exchange of expertise on weapons, equipment and operational procedures.…
The Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (1TS), comprising INS Tir, INS Sujata and Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sarathi, arrived in Colombo on October 26 for a port visit aimed at strengthening maritime co-operation between India and Sri Lanka. The ships received a ceremonial welcome from the Sri Lanka Navy in the presence of a naval band. The visit will facilitate professional interactions between the two navies and provide sea trainees with valuable exposure to naval practices and procedures. The Director General of Naval Training and the Commander of the Eastern Naval Area of the Sri Lanka Navy interacted with…
On 3 November, halfway through Donald Trump’s second term, Americans go to the polls in the midterm elections. All 435 seats in the House of Representatives, the lower house, are being contested, along with 35 of the 100 seats in the Senate, the upper house. House seats are shared out among the states by population, so California, the most populous state, has the most, 52. In the Senate every state has two seats, whatever its size, and senators are elected directly by the people.Midterms are read as a report card on the President, and this one looks poor for Mr…
Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, mobilised 2,11,139 participants across 36 States and Union Territories during the sixth week of its 100 Weeks Campaign under the Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Abhiyan. According to the provisional report, a total of 694 programmes were organised to raise awareness about substance abuse and encourage young people to embrace healthy, addiction-free lifestyles. The week-long activities focused on three key initiatives: Nashe Ke Ravan Ka Dahan/Nasha Rupi Mahishasur Ka Vadh, traditional sports and Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Par Paricharcha, conducted through Neighbourhood Youth Parliament…
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will lead the Indian delegation at the 13th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus), scheduled to be held in Cebu, Philippines, on October 28–29, 2026. The meeting will provide India with an important platform to engage regional and international partners on security challenges and strengthen defence cooperation across the Indo-Pacific. The Defence Minister will address the forum on ‘Exchange of Views on Regional and International Security Issues’. On the sidelines of the meeting, he is also scheduled to hold bilateral discussions with his counterparts from participating countries to review existing defence ties and explore avenues for strengthening…
The Indian Army’s Western Command has unveiled the vision for Mechanisation Technology Seminar 2.0 (MTS 2.0), an initiative aimed at transforming existing military platforms into advanced, future-ready combat systems through technological innovation, modernisation and indigenous solutions. The seminar, themed ‘CHAKRA – Transforming Existing Platforms for Future Combat’, will be held on December 14–15, 2026, at Chandimandir Military Station in collaboration with the Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM). Lieutenant General Pushpendra Singh, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Command, inaugurated the curtain raiser for the seminar at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi on October 26. Focus on Combat Modernisation and Indigenous…