"national-security"

A bipartisan group of US lawmakers urged Apple to stop sourcing memory chips from Chinese firms CXMT and YMTC, citing national security concerns. Senators warned the move could increase dependence on China-linked suppliers and asked Apple to provide commitments by August 21

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval has been selected for the Lokmanya Tilak Award 2026 for his contribution to national security. Union Home Minister Amit Shah will present the honour in Pune on August 1, commemorating Bal Gangadhar Tilak's death anniversary

Remembering the 1985 Kanishka bombing truthfully is vital to countering modern extremist propaganda. Acknowledging this historical tragedy protects Punjab’s cultural identity and shields the global Sikh community from being unfairly linked to past violent separatism

A bipartisan group of US senators introduced legislation to strengthen oversight of foreign ownership in the pharmaceutical sector, citing dependence on China as a national security risk. The proposal seeks greater transparency, supply chain resilience, and expanded pharmaceutical cooperation with India

Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said national security depends on maintaining Iranian control over the Strait of Hormuz and rejected external pressure. Rising US-Iran tensions, renewed military strikes, and uncertainty over the June peace memorandum have heightened regional security concerns 

The Home Ministry has designated 23 Pakistan and PoJK-based operatives as terrorists under the UAPA. The list features a JeM operative who conducted reconnaissance on the Ayodhya Ram temple and the son-in-law of LeT founder Hafiz Saeed

The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad has arrested eight alleged members of the banned Pakistan-based terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed. Operating across Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh, the module—which includes teenagers—was allegedly attempting to set up an active terror network in the state

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju alleged that external agencies are driving opposition to the strategic Great Nicobar infrastructure project. He asserted that national security and Indo-Pacific geopolitical interests must override standard commercial and environmental evaluations

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, campaigning in West Bengal, asserted BJP would form the government with a full majority and claimed it would eliminate infiltration. He also accused CM Mamata Banerjee of dynastic politics and urged voters to support BJP in upcoming phases

National Investigation Agency took over probe into ISI-linked spy network using CCTV cameras across India, uncovered by Ghaziabad police, to examine espionage, funding, and national security breaches involving sensitive locations

NSA Ajit Doval said national security depends on citizens’ awareness and morale while addressing RRU convocation. He stressed collective responsibility, adaptability to modern threats and the need for disciplined, well-trained professionals to strengthen India’s security framework

Rajasthan Police arrested Akashdeep, accused of spying for Pakistan-based terrorist Shahzad Bhatti, after conducting reconnaissance across multiple states and sharing sensitive videos. Authorities said the network posed serious threats to national security, with further investigations underway 

India’s navigation system NavIC faces a setback after atomic clock failure on IRNSS-1F, leaving limited satellites operational. Experts warn reliance on foreign systems could pose serious security risks, especially during conflicts and strategic operations

Security forces uncovered a terrorist hideout in the Chamrer forest area of Rajouri district, Jammu and Kashmir, during a search operation by Rashtriya Rifles. A ready-to-use IED, along with clothes and food items, was recovered. No arrests were made 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted Central Industrial Security Force personnel on their Raising Day, praising their discipline and dedication in protecting critical infrastructure. Established in 1968, CISF has grown to over 2.2 lakh personnel and secures 361 installations, including 70 airports

Japan’s H3 rocket failed to deploy the Michibiki 5 navigation satellite into its planned orbit, marking the second failure for the new flagship rocket. JAXA is investigating, with implications for Japan’s independent geolocation and commercial space ambitions

The NIA has arrested Yasir Ahmad Dar, the ninth accused in the Delhi Red Fort car bomb blast that killed 11 people last month. Investigators say he played an active role in the terror conspiracy and was in touch with other key accused

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said Operation Sindoor demonstrated India’s ability to execute swift, high-impact air operations, asserting that the Indian Air Force has emerged as a technologically advanced and strategically confident force capable of meeting evolving security challenges

Telangana BJP chief N Ramchander Rao called the involvement of Hyderabad-born Sajid Akram in the Bondi Beach mass shooting in Australia an “insult” and a national security concern, urging local police to investigate his migration and connections abroad

The Trump administration has announced enhanced screening measures for H-1B and H-4 visa applicants, requiring checks of their social media profiles. Starting December 15, the US State Department will review the online presence of applicants and their dependents.