Imphal on high alert after blast at DM university kills 1, civil society bats for political solution
A hand grenade was thrown at All Manipur Students’ Union office within Dhanamanjuri University campus, it is learnt. The blast, which also injured 1 person, sparked incidents of violence. Key Points
ThePrintWhat we know about 'Fito,' Ecuador's notorious drug lord and his gang that stormed TV station during live
After a gang of armed criminals stormed a TV station in the Latin American country of Ecuador, they ordered the employees to lie down on the ground. A panic-stricken woman could be heard pleading, Don't shoot, please don't shoot. Know the high-octane drama blow by blow. Key Points
Economic TimesIndia's borders totally secure: Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reassured the public that India's borders are completely secure during a fireside chat at the Times Now Summit. He defended the Agniveer scheme, emphasizing the importance of a young profile in the armed forces. Singh also discussed the ongoing India-China border issue and highlighted the government's commitment to national security. Key Points
Economic TimesMQ-9A ‘Reaper’ | The ‘predator’ in the sky
The U.S. drone that was forced down by Russian jets in the Black Sea is one of the most advanced remotely piloted aircraft that are operated by many countries, including India Key Points
The Hinduarmed forces veterans show true mettle as corporate leaders
An estimated 60,000-70,000 armed forces personnel retire or are released from active service every year, with a majority of them being in their early 40s. Tapping the pool of veterans not only adds to the diversity of the workforce but also helps meet shortage of skills in certain areas, company executives said. Key Points
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Will abolish Agnipath scheme & direct armed forces to resume normal recruitment: Congress Manifesto
The Congress party, unveiling its manifesto 'Nyay Patra' for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, pledged to abolish the Agnipath program and revert to normal armed forces recruitment to reach full sanctioned strength. Criticizing the scheme on multiple occasions, Congress has highlighted the gross injustice it believes it inflicts on youngsters seeking regular employment in the armed forces. Key Points
Economic TimesModi, Biden affirm plans for procuring armed drones for Indian defence
A fact sheet issued by the U.S. said, “India intends to procure armed MQ-9B Sea Guardian UAVs. This advanced technology will increase India’s Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities.” Key Points
The HinduOver a dozen suspected gang members stoned, burned alive in Haiti
The exact number of fatalities was not known. The violence had begun before dawn, when gang members burst into several residential areas of the capital, looting homes and attacking residents, witnesses told AFP. Key Points
India TodayManipur's oldest valley-based insurgent group, banned by MHA, signs peace deal with govt, gives up arms
UNLF formed in 1964, had become active in midst of ongoing ethnic conflict. Home ministry had extended ban on it & 8 other Meitei groups earlier this month. Key Points
ThePrintIranian Quds Force head visits Iraq, calls pause on attacks on US troops in Iraq
According to sources, Esmail Qaani met representatives of armed groups in Baghdad airport soon after Washington blamed the group for killing U.S. soldiers at the Tower 22 outpost. Key Points
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Manipur security officer killed as militants ambush sleeping personnel in Moreh
Armed miscreants targeted security personnel in Manipur on Wednesday. This resulted in the death of one CDO official, with another sustaining injuries. Key Points
India TodayManipur Police search for 4 'abducted' Kuki-Zo persons, tribal body ITLF blames armed Meitei group
The 5th person travelling with them — a 65-yr-old 'left for dead' — was rescued by security forces in critical state. He's said to be the father of a serving soldier in the Indian Army. Key Points
ThePrint29 Russian drones, cruise missile destroyed: Kyiv
Ukraine destroyed 29 of 31 drones launched by Russia and one cruise missile, its air force said on Tuesday, most of them targeting the regions of Mykolaiv and Dnipropetrovsk. The waves of overnight attacks lasted more than three hours, the southern command of Ukraine’s forces had said earlier. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaIndian-origin store clerk shot dead in US
New York: A 36-year-old Indian-origin store clerk was shot dead during an apparent case of armed robbery in the US. Two juveniles were arrested, a media report said. Mandeep Singh, a clerk at the Wrens convenience store, was pronounced dead at the scene after being struck twice by gunfire on June 28 Key Points
The Tribune IndiaPLA deployment not increasing day by day: Gen Anil Chauhan
They haven't gone back. So, there is a challenge actually, he added. The armed forces are taking all kinds of steps so that there is no untoward situation...We have been able to get back to all places except two: Demchok and Depsang. Negotiations are on, he said. Hopefully that will come about, we are hopeful of that, he added. Key Points
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Over 1.55 lakh posts vacant in three forces, maximum in Army, says govt
The Indian armed forces have a shortage of about 155,000 personnel, with the army accounting for the largest number of vacancies at 136,000, according to Minister of State for Defence Ajay Bhatt. The Navy is lacking 12,428 personnel, while there is a shortage of 7,031 personnel in the Air Force. Key Points
Economic TimesTiming of MoD’s Modi selfie points is alarming. Military must not become a political tool
The SOP recommends that ‘selfie points’ "may contain" a picture of PM Modi. Using ‘may’ is an age-old method of passing accountability to the recipients for controversial directions. Key Points
ThePrintIraq's Kataib Hezbollah suspends attacks on US forces
By Timour Azhari BAGHDAD (Reuters) -Iran-aligned Iraqi armed group Kataib Hezbollah announced on Tuesday the suspension of all its military operations against U.S. troops in the region, in a decision Key Points
ThePrintGovt bans 9 Meitei extremist groups for five years
The Indian government has taken firm action against nine Meitei extremist groups operating in Manipur, as announced by the Ministry of Home Affairs. The official notification, issued on Monday, imposes a five-year ban on these organizations, including prominent ones such as the Peoples' Liberation Army (PLA) and its political counterpart Revolutionary Peoples' Front (RPF), as well as the United National Liberation Front (UNLF) and its armed wing Manipur Peoples' Army (MPA). Key Points
Economic TimesBridging the gaps: The genesis and future of Indian military theatre commands
The real discourse on this matter traces its roots back to the aftermath of the Kargil War in 1995. Then the Government and the armed Forces acknowledged the need for theaterisation or the integration of the three service organisations of armed forces (Army, Air Force and Navy) to effectively utilise their resources in a convergent manner during operations. Key Points
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Footballer Neymar's girlfriend, newborn survive kidnapping attempt
Neymar's girlfriend Bruna Biancardi and the infant were not present when the accused broke into the house. The criminals ‘tied up’ her parents, and stole valuables from the house, investigators said. Key Points
mintRussia's power will go down while China will become assertive, predicts CDS Gen Chauhan
Gen. Chauhan says military leadership is trying to give reforms certain speed in a particular direction. Warfare characteristics are changing because of new technologies, he adds. Key Points
ThePrintManipur violence: 3 killed in shoot-out with armed miscreants in Ukhrul
As many as three people were killed in fresh violence in Manipur’s Ukhrul district early this morning. The victims were killed in an exchange of fire with armed miscreants. Key Points
India TodayFlaws in military’s Dhruv helicopters identified — 'mix of metallurgical, design issues'
Three of these indigenous Advanced Light Helicopters have crashed since March, forcing military to ground fleet twice. Choppers flying again but parts being changed, it is learnt. Key Points
ThePrintCooperation between states shouldn't target third party: China on US-India deals
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson on Monday said that military cooperation between states should not undermine regional peace and stability, target any third party, or even harm the interests of any third party. The reaction came days after India and the US signed several defence and commercial pacts. Key Points
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