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Iran's New Defence Minister Has 42 Years Of Experience, Is A Missiles Expert
Mehrdad Akhlaghi does not hold a military rank, but he has around 42 years of experience in the defence ministry and related fields. Since 2013, he has headed Iran's state weapons manufacturer, Iranian Defence Industries Organisation.
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Iran Gets New Defence Minister 8 Months After Predecessor Killed In US Strikes
The veteran defence official replaces Aziz Nasirzadeh, who was killed in a US-Israeli attack on a leadership compound on February 28.
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Rajnath Singh Launches First India-Made Fleet Support Ship In Vizag
When these 43,500-tonne vessels enter service, they will refuel and resupply warships at sea, letting the Navy stay out longer and range farther across the Indian Ocean Region.
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Who Is Mehrdad Akhlaghi Ketabachi? Iran's New Defence Minister Nominee Has Deep Missile Programme Ties
Ketabachi has spent decades in the country's missile and aerospace establishment and has been named in international sanctions listings for those roles.
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'We Don't Seek War — But Ready To Strike Against Terrorists': Rajnath Singh At NDTV Summit
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said India seeks peace and dialogue but will not compromise on national security, warning that dialogue would end if a neighbouring country continues to propagate terrorism.
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'Chips To Ships — India Must Be Self-Reliant In Defence': Rajnath Singh At NDTV Summit
Rajnath Singh called for defence self-reliance “from chips to ships”, stressing indigenous technology, AI, drones, cyber and space capabilities to strengthen India’s strategic autonomy and prepare for future warfare.
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"Will Fulfil Duty": Pak's Saudi Pact Warning After Drone Attack On Mecca
The Pakistani PM said that there was "absolutely no ambiguity" about the application of the Mecca defence pact but refused to open up about the details of its defence or military strategy.
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Israel Says US Economic Sanctions On Iran "May Push Them To Desperate Steps"
Last month, the US Treasury announced a new series of sanctions to "asphyxiate" theIranian economy, and the US airforce resumed raids onIranon Sunday.
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PM Meets Japanese Defence Minister, Stresses On Boosting India-Japan Ties
During the meeting, PM Modi recalled his detailed discussions with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi during her visit to India for the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit in July 2026.
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Rajnath Singh, Army Chief Pay Tribute To Kargil Heroes On 27th Vijay Diwas
The occasion marks the glorious victory in 1999 when Indian soldiers, braving snow-clad peaks and relentless firing by Pakistani troops, reclaimed the heights of Kargil.
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"People Come And Go": Italy Hits Back After Trump's Jibe At Giorgia Meloni
Trump on Sunday published a doctored image on his Truth Social platform showing Meloni looking at him as if adoringly.
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Israel Says Troops Will Stay In Lebanon, Syria, Gaza "Until Further Notice"
Israel and Lebanon signed a US-sponsored framework agreement on Friday to pave the way for peace between the two countries and disarm Iran-backed group Hezbollah.
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Ukraine's New Drone Strategy Is Putting Russian Supply Lines Under Pressure
Ukraine's latest drone campaign is focused on disrupting the flow of fuel, equipment and personnel behind Russian lines.
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UK Defence Minister Resigns, Criticises Starmer's Plans To Keep Nation Safe
British defence minister John Healey quit on Thursday in a dispute over military spending, accusing Prime Minister Keir Starmer of failing to commit the government resources that are needed to defend the country at a time of heightened threat.
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Rajnath Singh Compares AI To 'Bhasmasur', Says "Can't Just See Rosy Picture"
Comparing AI's use case to the mythological demon 'Bhasmasur', Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the technology can affect several sectors if it falls into the wrong hands.
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Iran's New Defence Minister Has 42 Years Of Experience, Is A Missiles Expert
Mehrdad Akhlaghi does not hold a military rank, but he has around 42 years of experience in the defence ministry and related fields. Since 2013, he has headed Iran's state weapons manufacturer, Iranian Defence Industries Organisation.
-
Iran Gets New Defence Minister 8 Months After Predecessor Killed In US Strikes
The veteran defence official replaces Aziz Nasirzadeh, who was killed in a US-Israeli attack on a leadership compound on February 28.
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Rajnath Singh Launches First India-Made Fleet Support Ship In Vizag
When these 43,500-tonne vessels enter service, they will refuel and resupply warships at sea, letting the Navy stay out longer and range farther across the Indian Ocean Region.
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Who Is Mehrdad Akhlaghi Ketabachi? Iran's New Defence Minister Nominee Has Deep Missile Programme Ties
Ketabachi has spent decades in the country's missile and aerospace establishment and has been named in international sanctions listings for those roles.
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'We Don't Seek War — But Ready To Strike Against Terrorists': Rajnath Singh At NDTV Summit
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said India seeks peace and dialogue but will not compromise on national security, warning that dialogue would end if a neighbouring country continues to propagate terrorism.
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'Chips To Ships — India Must Be Self-Reliant In Defence': Rajnath Singh At NDTV Summit
Rajnath Singh called for defence self-reliance “from chips to ships”, stressing indigenous technology, AI, drones, cyber and space capabilities to strengthen India’s strategic autonomy and prepare for future warfare.
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"Will Fulfil Duty": Pak's Saudi Pact Warning After Drone Attack On Mecca
The Pakistani PM said that there was "absolutely no ambiguity" about the application of the Mecca defence pact but refused to open up about the details of its defence or military strategy.
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Israel Says US Economic Sanctions On Iran "May Push Them To Desperate Steps"
Last month, the US Treasury announced a new series of sanctions to "asphyxiate" theIranian economy, and the US airforce resumed raids onIranon Sunday.
-
PM Meets Japanese Defence Minister, Stresses On Boosting India-Japan Ties
During the meeting, PM Modi recalled his detailed discussions with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi during her visit to India for the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit in July 2026.
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Rajnath Singh, Army Chief Pay Tribute To Kargil Heroes On 27th Vijay Diwas
The occasion marks the glorious victory in 1999 when Indian soldiers, braving snow-clad peaks and relentless firing by Pakistani troops, reclaimed the heights of Kargil.
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"People Come And Go": Italy Hits Back After Trump's Jibe At Giorgia Meloni
Trump on Sunday published a doctored image on his Truth Social platform showing Meloni looking at him as if adoringly.
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Israel Says Troops Will Stay In Lebanon, Syria, Gaza "Until Further Notice"
Israel and Lebanon signed a US-sponsored framework agreement on Friday to pave the way for peace between the two countries and disarm Iran-backed group Hezbollah.
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Ukraine's New Drone Strategy Is Putting Russian Supply Lines Under Pressure
Ukraine's latest drone campaign is focused on disrupting the flow of fuel, equipment and personnel behind Russian lines.
-
UK Defence Minister Resigns, Criticises Starmer's Plans To Keep Nation Safe
British defence minister John Healey quit on Thursday in a dispute over military spending, accusing Prime Minister Keir Starmer of failing to commit the government resources that are needed to defend the country at a time of heightened threat.
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Rajnath Singh Compares AI To 'Bhasmasur', Says "Can't Just See Rosy Picture"
Comparing AI's use case to the mythological demon 'Bhasmasur', Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the technology can affect several sectors if it falls into the wrong hands.
