The Philippines has praised India’s BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, calling it a major boost to the country's defense capabilities amid rising tensions in the South China Sea. In an exclusive conversation, the Philippine Ambassador to India highlighted how the BrahMos missile strengthens Manila's deterrence strategy and opens the door for deeper defense cooperation with New Delhi. The development comes as External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar visits Manila for ASEAN meetings and as the Philippines continues to challenge China's expansive claims in the South China Sea. Here's everything you need to know about the growing India-Philippines strategic partnership and its impact on regional security.

Philippines hails BrahMos missile, seeks stronger defense partnership with India amid China dispute

On Sunday, one of the already devastated central provinces in the central Philippines marked the first known death from Fung-wong. Meanwhile, Rescuer Juniel Tagarino in Catbalogan City stated that the body of a 64-year-old woman attempting to evacuate was recovered from under debris.

Super Typhoon Fung-wong hits Philippines: 2 dead, over million evacuated before slamming eastern seaboard

The Philippines, which was hit by yet another quake on Wednesday,  faces up to 60 seismic events of varying magnitude every day. Tectonic location, active faults and dense population drive constant earthquake risk for the Southeast Asian archepalago.

Philippines earthquake: With 60 seismic events a day, why is the Asian nation prone to so much shaking?

The storm claimed the lives of several fishermen in Cagayan’s northern waters when massive waves overturned their boat during Ragasa, while another victim was killed by a falling tree.

Philippines cancels classes, flights as it braces for new storm after 9 killed in 'Typhoon Ragasa'

The Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) saga continues as dismissed mayor Alice Guo’s companions remain under the government’s custody. The Filipino authorities reported on August 22 that Guo’s sister, Sheila, and Katherine Cassandra Ong, who is tagged in the Porac, Pampanga POGO, were under Indonesia’s custody.

'Chinese spy' who became a mayor in Philippines reveals her escape route to China

Philippines is all set to face heavy rains carried by typhoon Jenny (Koinu), along with maximum sustained winds of 120 kmph and gusts up to 150 kmph, said the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Monday morning (Oct 2).

Typhoon Jenny to cause flash floods and landslides in Philippines

Hundreds of senior police officers in the Philippines have been asked to resign after an investigation found out that a handful of them was involved in the narcotics trade.

Hundreds of senior police officers in Philippines asked to resign. Here's why

Several flights to and from the Philippines' capital city Manila were suspended on New Year's Day (Sunday) because of a malfunction of the air traffic control. According to Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), a total of 282 flights were either delayed, cancelled or diverted to other regional airports, affecting around 56,000 passengers.

Flights to and from Manila, Philippines suspended due to ATC glitch; 56,000 passengers affected

At least 13 people have been killed and several others are missing, as heavy rain and flooding was reported in many regions in the Philippines. Watch this video to know more.

At least 13 people have been killed in Philippine floods

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said on Monday he was prepared to send his military ships in the South China Sea to "stake a claim" over oil and mineral resources in the disputed part of the strategic waterway.

'Will send navy ships in South China Sea to assert claim': Philippines

A strong earthquake hit the southern Philippines on Sunday, though there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage, the US Geological Service and local officials said.

6.0-magnitude earthquake hits southern Philippines

The strongest typhoon of the year so far made landfall on Catanduanes Island at 4:50 am (2050 GMT Saturday) with maximum sustained wind speeds of 225 kilometres (140 miles) per hour, the state weather forecaster said.

Super typhoon slams philippines | Typhoon Goni is this year's strongest storm so far

Students in the Philippines have begun classes at home after the COVID-19 pandemic forced remote learning onto an educational system already struggling to fund schools. Watch report.

Remote learning in the virus-hit Philippines: COVID-19 Pandemic is reshaping the education