Shubman Gill meets Ronaldinho at FIFA World Cup 2026 in the US

MEA warns Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims to secure full China travel documents

India's Ministry of External Affairs has issued a strong advisory urging pilgrims planning the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra to obtain all necessary Chinese visas and entry permits before departing. The warning follows recent incidents in which 52 Indian pilgrims were left stranded in Nepal due to incomplete documentation. Authorities are also urging travelers to verify the credibility of their tour operators ahead of the journey. The advisory is particularly timely as the Nathu La route has reopened for pilgrims.

UAE Eyes India's BrahMos Missile and Akashteer Air Defence System

The United Arab Emirates has expressed interest in acquiring India's BrahMos supersonic cruise missile and Akashteer air defence system. The move reflects India's rising stature as a military technology exporter and the shifting security dynamics across West Asia. Escalating threats from drones and missiles have pushed the UAE to seek both offensive deterrence and stronger defensive capabilities. The two Indian systems together are seen as a comprehensive solution for modernising the UAE's security architecture. The potential deal would also allow the UAE to maintain greater strategic autonomy in an increasingly volatile region.

PM Modi hands over Made-in-India patrol vessel, to Seychelles for maritime security

US Strikes 10 Iranian Military Sites Near Strait of Hormuz After Tanker Attack

US forces carried out strikes against 10 Iranian military targets located near the Strait of Hormuz. The operation was ordered by President Trump in response to an Iranian drone attack on a commercial oil tanker. The targeted sites included surveillance, communication, and drone-related facilities. The strikes represent a significant escalation even as an interim ceasefire remains nominally in place. Washington has warned that further military action could follow if hostilities continue.