Scotland’s safety put at risk by Westminster’s armed forces cuts – SNP The party pointed to figures showing reductions to personnel and defence spending as a percentage of GDP. The Independent UK · Jun 26
Palantir’s Valuation Problem Just Met 2 New Growth Catalysts Palantir’s partnerships with Zeta Global and the U.S. Army highlight growing commercial and government demand despite PLTR's sharp 2026 sell-off. MarketBeat · Jun 26
Government officially names, for the first time, 6 Indian military personnel killed in Operation Sindoor For the first time, the government has officially named six Indian soldiers, including five from the Army and one from the Air Force, who died during Operation Sindoor. Their names are now on the National War Memorial's Roll of Honour, marking the first formal acknowledgement of casualties from the May… The Economic Times · Jun 26
Kolkata warehouse collapse: Death toll rises to 15, rescue ops continue on third day The death toll from the Taratala warehouse collapse in Kolkata has climbed to 15, with two more bodies recovered and two injured workers succumbing to their injuries. Rescue efforts by multiple agencies, including the Army and NDRF, continue relentlessly two days after the roof caved in. Teams are working tirelessly… The Economic Times · Jun 26
Pentagon Reverses Hegseth Policy, Mandates Flu Shots After Massive Recruit Outbreak The Pentagon has reinstated mandatory flu vaccinations for recruits following a significant outbreak at a Texas Air Force base, reversing a previous policy change that allowed for medical autonomy. International Business Times UK · Jun 25
Wounded soldiers accuse Pentagon of downplaying injuries after deadly Iran drone attack IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 25
Soldiers wounded during the Iran war accuse Pentagon of downplaying their injuries Troops hurt in Iranian drone strike on military base in Kuwait accuse Army of misrepresenting the facts of the situation to their families, which officials deny The Independent UK · Jun 25
Result of your sins: WB CM targets TMC on warehouse collapse; says ex-mayor signed flawed plan West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari blamed the previous TMC administration for a deadly warehouse collapse, alleging corrupt approval of flawed designs. The tragedy claimed 11 lives, with the CM promising strict action and announcing compensation for victims. He highlighted alleged negligence by KMC officials and vowed a thorough audit… The Economic Times · Jun 25
BRO restores vital road link in J-K's Kishtwar with construction of new bailey bridge Connectivity has been restored between Gulabgarh and Machail in Kishtwar district with the operationalization of a 140-foot bailey bridge at Chishoti. This vital link, washed away by a cloudburst last year, was rebuilt by the Border Roads Organisation in just 12 days. The bridge's inauguration ensures uninterrupted access for pilgrims… The Economic Times · Jun 25
The Traitors winner backs calls to reintroduce mandatory national service The original national service in Britain was introduced in 1949 before being abolished in 1960 Evening Standard · Jun 25
Kolkata warehouse collapse toll rises to 10, Army radar deployed as search enters second day The death toll in Kolkata's Taratala warehouse collapse has reached 10, with rescue efforts continuing for nearly 21 hours. Army's advanced radar is aiding the search for survivors, and 30 people have been pulled from the debris so far. Five individuals, including the warehouse owner and structural engineer, have been… The Economic Times · Jun 25
Army commanding officer, soldiers booked for 'assaulting' cops at police station in J-K's Kishtwar Jammu and Kashmir Police have registered a case against several Army personnel, including a commanding officer, for allegedly storming a police station in Kishtwar. The incident reportedly followed the seizure of a private vehicle owned by an Army official for traffic violations. The FIR details an "unprovoked assault" on police… The Economic Times · Jun 25
Pentagon restores mandatory flu shots for all recruits as boot camp outbreak sickens nearly 300 The Pentagon says military boot camps are once again requiring flu vaccinations for all recruits The Independent UK · Jun 24
Wounded US soldiers claim army, defence secretary downplayed injuries after Iran-linked drone strike: 'That assessment is unacceptable' Questions are growing over how the US military has described injuries suffered by American troops after an Iran-linked drone strike, with wounded soldiers and their families accusing the army of minimising the severity of what happened. The Times of India · Jun 24
The Conversation · Jun 24 The military traded its flu vaccine mandate for ‘medical freedom’ – an outbreak quickly followed Amid a worsening flu outbreak at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas, the U.S. Air Force, Army and Navy are once again requiring new recruits to get vaccinated against the influenza virus, according to ABC News. The move comes two months after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth rescinded the…
Dot Esports · Jun 24 Soldier Showdown 8 brings Warzone and Fortnite competition to U.S. Army soldiers worldwide The eighth edition of the military's longest-running esports program will run from July through October, culminating in live finals at FaZe Esports HQ in Frisco, Texas.
The Times of India · Jun 24 Another top US army officer abruptly steps down under war secy Hegseth's watch General Christopher Donahue, the last American soldier to exit Afghanistan in 2021, is stepping down as commander of US Army Europe and Africa after just 18 months. His departure aligns with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's initiative to reduce senior military leadership. The Army is reportedly considering downgrading the command, a…
Latin Times · Jun 24 Military Reverses Course and Restores Mandatory Flu Shots for New Recruits The U.S. Army, Navy and Air Force have reinstated mandatory influenza vaccinations for new recruits, reversing a policy change implemented earlier this year by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after military health officials linked the absence of flu immunization requirements to outbreaks at several training facilities.
The Times of India · Jun 24 He threw himself on a grenade and saved his fellow soldiers: Meet US Medal of Honor recipient Nicholas Dockery More than a decade after risking his life to save fellow soldiers during a fierce battle in Afghanistan, US Army officer Nicholas Dockery has received the Medal of Honor, America's highest military award for bravery. Dockery was honoured at a White House ceremony in June 2026 for his actions during…
The Economic Times · Jun 24 3 dead, 21 rescued after under-construction warehouse collapses in Kolkata; 12-18 feared trapped Tragedy struck Taratala, West Kolkata, as an under-construction warehouse roof caved in Wednesday afternoon. Several individuals are feared trapped beneath the debris. Rescue efforts are underway, with police, disaster management, civil defence, fire services, and army personnel working tirelessly. Four people have been rescued so far, and heavy machinery is…
The Independent UK · Jun 24 Another top general exits under Pete Hegseth as Afghanistan’s final U.S. soldier steps aside The Army’s commander of its forces in Europe and Africa is unexpectedly stepping down after just 18 months in the job
Evening Standard · Jun 23 UK braced for record breaking heat as rare red weather warnings come into force A “heat-dome” settling over western Europe could bring temperatures of nearly 40C on Wednesday and Thursday.
The Independent UK · Jun 23 Army sergeant sentenced to life in prison for Georgia base shooting that wounded five Sgt Quornelius Radford was convicted of attempted murder last week
Reason · Jun 23 Brickbat: Sign Here Former U.S. Army recruiter Jane Crosby pleaded guilty to bank fraud and aggravated identity theft after using seven prospective Army recruits'… The post Brickbat: Sign Here appeared first on Reason.com.
The Economic Times · Jun 23 Brahmos gets another customer: One of Middle East's biggest arms importers and top US weapons buyer eyes India's BrahMos and Akashteer systems India and the UAE are in early-stage discussions for the potential sale of Indian defence platforms, including the supersonic BrahMos missile and the Akashteer air defence network. This move signifies the UAE's push to bolster its military capabilities amid regional security concerns. If finalized, the UAE would join a growing…