Weapons

Two Pakistani smugglers shot dead by BSF jawans; drugs, weapons recovered

In a major development at the Indo-Pak border area two Pakistani smugglers were shot dead by BSF jawans.

Jun 12, 2016, 09:03 AM IST

Belgium charges third suspect with terrorism over French plot

Two others -- Abderrahmane A. and Rabah M. -- are also being held in Belgium over the same plot.

Apr 02, 2016, 16:04 PM IST

Can't source defence equipment 100 percent from private sector: Parrikar

Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar on Tuesday said defence equipment and weapons cannot be sourced 100 percent from the private sector.

Mar 29, 2016, 16:13 PM IST

US gun-loving mom shot by her 4-year-old could face charge

A Florida gun activist accidentally shot by her four-year-old son could be charged with allowing him to get hold of the weapon, authorities said Tuesday.

Mar 23, 2016, 05:16 AM IST

IAF's latest weapon - 'Go/No-Go' pills!

The Indian Air Force pilots, counted among the best in the world,, have another weapon in their armoury - 'Go/No-Go' pills.

Feb 08, 2016, 20:08 PM IST

DNA: India showcases military might at R-Day parade

India's military prowess and the country's diverse cultural heritage were on display at the 67th Republic Day parade on the magnificent Rajpath boulevard in New Delhi on Tuesday.

Jan 26, 2016, 23:31 PM IST

Russia visit: Defense deals possible between Narendra Modi and Vladimir Putin

As India’s prime minister, Narendra Modi, arrives in Russia for his first state visit to the country on Wednesday, defense-industry watchers will be keenly monitoring the steps he takes to further

Dec 23, 2015, 21:54 PM IST

'India building secret nuclear facility in Karnataka, seeking to upgrade weapons to unsettle neighbours'

India is building a top-secret facility in southern Karnataka to improve its nuclear power for civilian use.

Dec 17, 2015, 18:47 PM IST

IS trying to recruit lecturers expert in bombs, weapons in Malaysia, Indonesia

Islamic State terrorist group has been attempting to recruit lecturers in Malaysia and Indonesia who are highly skilled in weapons and explosives.

Nov 20, 2015, 07:59 AM IST

Army successfully test-fires Brahmos land attack missile

Army today successfully test fired the nearly 300-km-range Brahmos supersonic land attack cruise missile here.

Nov 07, 2015, 13:16 PM IST

Arab coalition seizes Iranian boat with weapons in Arabian Sea: Report

Arab coalition forces waging a military campaign against Houthi groups in Yemen have seized an Iranian boat loaded with weapons in the Arabian Sea, the Saudi-owned al-Arabiya television said on Wednesday.

Sep 30, 2015, 14:43 PM IST

Russia still arming Ukraine rebels despite truce: NATO chief

Russia is still sending weapons to separatist rebels battling the Ukrainian government despite a fresh truce in the war-torn east of the country, NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg said Monday.

Sep 22, 2015, 03:25 AM IST

Treaty regulating global arms trade takes effect today

A landmark treaty regulating the multibillion-dollar global arms trade comes into force tomorrow, a milestone hailed by the United Nations and campaigners seeking to stop weapons sales to dictators, terrorists and human rights abusers.

Dec 24, 2014, 02:11 AM IST