Philippines ramps up South China Sea drills near disputed Scarborough Shoal with U.S. support, prompting China to deploy coast guard vessels for pressure amid rising territorial friction.


South China Sea: Philippines-U.S. Joint Drills Provoke China's Coast Guard Showdown

China has launched large-scale military exercises around Taiwan, mobilising its army, navy, air force and rocket units in a dramatic escalation of pressure on the self-ruled island.
Beijing says the drills, dubbed Justice Mission 2025, are aimed at testing combat readiness, including potential blockades of key ports and critical areas.
Taipei has condemned the exercises as military intimidation, saying it remains on full alert and will take concrete steps to defend democracy and freedom. The show of force comes after fresh U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, drawing warnings from China against what it calls “external interference.”

China Encircles Taiwan in Massive War Games, Mobilises Army, Navy & Rocket Forces

INSV Kaundinya: The Engine-Less Ship Set To Sail From India To Oman

The US Navy will begin building a new class of battleships named after President Donald Trump. Dubbed the “Golden Fleet,” these ships are expected to be larger, faster, and more powerful than any previous vessels, with production overseen amid scrutiny of defense contractors.


'Golden Fleet' initiative to revive American shipbuilding?

US President Donald Trump has announced plans to commission a new series of heavily armed Navy battleships named after himself as part of a revamped “Golden Fleet". Speaking at his Mar-a-Lago golf club in Florida, Trump said the new vessels would mark a major expansion of American naval power.


US president unveils new class of battleships, two Trump-class battleships to be built first

A F/A-18 Super Hornet and a helicopter went down from the USS Nimitz at 3:15 PM today. Both pilots ejected safely and are reported unharmed. The US Navy is investigating the incident.


US Navy Alert: USS Nimitz Loses Fighter Jet & Helicopter | Pilots Eject Safely | WION 

#Gravitas From the deck of INS Vikrant, Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali 2025 with the Indian Navy, continuing his decade-long tradition of spending the festival with India’s armed forces. Addressing sailors aboard India’s first indigenously built aircraft carrier, PM Modi hailed Vikrant's legacy, saying it gave “sleepless nights to Pakistan.” Watch how the Navy welcomed the PM, and what his message means for India’s maritime power.

INS Vikrant Gave Sleepless Nights To Pak': PM Modi’s Diwali Message To Indian Navy

The Indian Air Force delivered a breathtaking aerial tribute this Diwali.
In a rare and symbolic gesture, IAF jets fired flares and performed a spectacular display to wish the nation a Happy Diwali, honoring both tradition and the spirit of service. The sky lit up with color and pride as this powerful Diwali message reached millions across India.

Diwali 2025: Indian Air Force Jets Light Up The Sky, PM Modi Celebrates Aboard INS Vikrant

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali 2025 with India’s armed forces aboard the indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant, stationed off the coast of Goa and Karwar.
Continuing his tradition of spending Diwali with India’s brave soldiers, PM Modi interacted with naval personnel, praised their dedication, and reaffirmed the nation’s gratitude for their sacrifice.

PM Modi Celebrates Diwali With Soldiers on INS Vikrant 

The US Navy accidentally posted images of Russian warships in their official anniversary social media post, causing a major gaffe and sparking widespread reactions. This video breaks down the incident, possible reasons behind the mistake, and the responses from military and public circles.

US Navy Posts Russian Warships by Mistake | WION 

The Israeli Navy has intercepted another aid flotilla headed for Gaza. The vessel, carrying nearly 150 international activists attempting to break the naval blockade, was detained in the Mediterranean. Israel says the activists will be deported, while rights groups call it a violation of humanitarian principles. The incident comes amid growing global outcry over Gaza's worsening humanitarian crisis.

Israeli Navy Intercepts Gaza Aid Flotilla, Set To Deport 150 Activists

#Gravitas The Pentagon is likely to name the company that will design and build the U.S. Navy’s next-generation stealth fighter this week. A decision that carries the potential to define the balance of air dominance in the Indo-Pacific, specifically keeping China in mind. 

Pentagon Clears Next-Gen Fighter as US Races China in Air Superiority

After months of delay, the Pentagon will select as soon as this week the defense company to design and build the Navy's next stealth fighter, a U.S. official and two people familiar with the decision said, in what will be a multibillion-dollar effort for a jet seen as central to U.S. efforts to counter China.
Boeing Co (BA.N), opens new tab and Northrop Grumman Corp (NOC.N), opens new tab are competing to be chosen to produce the aircraft, dubbed the F/A-XX. The new carrier-based jet will replace the Navy's F/A-18E/F Super Hornet fleet, which has been in service since the 1990s.

US Navy To Get Next-Gen Fighter Jets, Hegseth Likely To Choose Manufacturer This Week

In the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, a recent Russian assault has killed five people in Ukraine and caused widespread power outages. The attacks have intensified tensions and disrupted daily life for many civilians.

Russia Strikes Ukrainian Energy Network | Ukraine Strikes Back?

Plot to Bomb Moscow? Reports suggest Ukraine has struck — or is preparing to strike — deep inside Russian territory, and questions are mounting about whether US-provided missiles have enabled those operations. Join us for minute-by-minute coverage, expert reaction, and verified updates as this story develops.

Russia-Ukraine War: 'Preparing For More Sanctions,' Says Zelensky 

The Commanding officer of Indian Navy Ship INS Trikand, Captain Sachin Kulkarni spoke to WION, from Salamis Bay, Greece. INS Trikand participated in exercises at Bright Star, and then held exercises with the Hellenic (Greece) Navy. He spoke at length on that, from the deck of INS Trikand.

 Indian Stealth Frigate Conducts Drills With Hellenic Navy

India’s naval power gets a major boost with the addition of INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri, two advanced warships designed to strengthen maritime security and defense capabilities. 


India's new naval power gets major boost with INS Udaygiri & INS Himgiri 

A US Navy sailor was convicted of espionage after a jury found him guilty of selling sensitive information to a Chinese intelligence officer.


US Navy sailor convicted of espionage for sharing sensitive military information with China 

A Chinese navy warship and a China Coast Guard cutter collided in the South China Sea on Monday while pursuing a Philippine Coast Guard vessel, according to video footage.


China-Philippines Tensions: Chinese Ships Collide in South China Sea During Philippine Chase

A Chinese navy warship and a China Coast Guard cutter collided in the South China Sea on Monday while pursuing a Philippine Coast Guard vessel. Video footage captures the incident, highlighting rising tensions in the region.


Chinese Navy and Coast Guard Ships Collide in South China Sea

A US Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet jet assigned to the USS Harry S. Truman has gone overboard and been lost at sea. The incident occurred while the jet was being towed on the aircraft carrier. Watch for more details.

US Navy loses $60 mn jet at sea after it fell overboard from aircraft carrier

US Navy loses $60 million fighter jet at sea after it fell overboard USS Harry S Truman

Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan after 27 people were killed on Tuesday (April 22) in a terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam district, a popular tourist destination of India, the Indian Navy successfully test-fired a medium-range surface-to-air missile INS Surat against a sea-skimming target in the Arabian Sea on Thursday (April 24)

Indian Navy reaffirms its readiness for long-range precision strikes

Indian Navy successfully tests anti-ship missile in Arabian Sea

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