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Experts from EU and India discuss strategies to counter violent extremism
New Delhi, March 19: The European Union (EU) convened a technical workshop in New Delhi today on preventing and countering violent extremism (P/CVE), held on the sidelines of the Raisina Dialogue. Organised in cooperation with the Embassy of the Netherlands, the event was opened by EU Ambassador to India Herve Delphin.
ASEAN is committed to promote 'Whole of Government and Whole of society' approach to counter radicalisation: Defence Secretary
New Delhi, March 19: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Wednesday said that ASEAN is committed to promote a 'Whole of Government and Whole of society' approach to counter radicalisation and violent extremism to disrupt terror financing networks.
Israel's FM meets with Ethiopian counterpart in Jerusalem
Tel Aviv, March 13: Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar hosted Ethiopian Foreign Minister Gedion Timotheos in Jerusalem, on his first visit to Israel.
The Third Eye: Indo-US strategic friendship will remain on an even keel under Trump
N: ew Delhi: India has done well to adopt a cautious and balanced approach to the unfolding policy framework of US President Donald Trump, who has a reputation of being unpredictable, reactive and autocratic in his responses.
Israeli Forces Dismantle Weapons Depot, Explosives Laboratories in Tulkarem
Tel Aviv, March 7: Israeli soldiers uncovered and destroyed a weapons depot and multiple improvised laboratories for explosives and drone production, the Israel Defense Forces said on Thursday.
Israeli forces eliminate 25 terrorists, arrest 350 in February crackdown
Jerusalem, March 2: Security forces intensified their operations in Judea and Samaria, eliminating approximately 25 terrorists and arresting 350 wanted individuals during the month of February, the Israel Defense Forces said on Sunday.
J-K: Officials hold review security situation in Ganderbal
Ganderbal, February 23: Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Central Kashmir, Rajiv Pandey, and DIG CRPF Ops North Range Srinagar, Sudhir Kumar reviewed the joint operational competence of Special Operations Group (SOG) Ganderbal and CRPF on Saturday, a release stated.
Senate confirms Kash Patel as FBI Director after 51-49 votes
Washington DC, February 21: Kash Patel, an ally of President Donald Trump, was confirmed by the Senate on Thursday as director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), according to NBC News.
Two suspicious objects detected in J&K's Shopian, Tral
Srinagar, Feb 18: Security forces detected two suspicious objects on Tuesday in Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian and Tral areas, officials said here.
Big 'strategic' and 'diplomatic' success for India under PM Modi: Tarun Chugh on Tahawwur Rana's extradition
New Delhi, February 14: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Tarun Chugh on Friday said that the approval of the extradition by United States President Donald Trump of Tahwwur Rana, the 26/11 Mumbai attack accused, was a big strategic and diplomatic success for India under Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Israeli Special Forces operating in Jenin
Tel Aviv, January 28: As a counterterror operation in Jenin entered its second week on Tuesday, the Israel Defense Forces released footage of soldiers from the Commando Brigade.
Israeli forces kill 15 terrorists, uncover bomb arsenal in jenin raid
Tel Aviv, January 27: Israeli security forces eliminated 15 Palestinian terrorists and arrested 40 wanted suspects in the Jenin refugee camp, the Israel Defense Forces and the Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) said on Monday as an ongoing counterterror operation neared the end of its first week.
India, Italy strengthen cooperation on counterterrorism, organised crime at 5th JWF meet
Rome, January 19: India and Italy reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in multilateral fora against terrorism and organised crime during the 5th meeting of the Joint Working Group (JWG) on Counter Terrorism and Organised Crime, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement.
Surya Kiran: Indo-Nepal joint military ex focuses on urban warfare, jungle survival
Saljhandi, January 10: The 18th edition of the Indo-Nepal Joint Military Exercise Surya Kiran, currently underway in Nepal, highlights the robust partnership between the Indian and Nepalese armies.
Yunus government in Bangladesh set to acquit terrorist desperately wanted by US
Dhaka, Jan 7: In yet another controversial move to embolden radical elements in the country, the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government in Bangladesh has reportedly set in motion the process to acquit Syed Zia-ul Haque, a sacked Major of the Bangladesh Army who is linked to Al Qaeda and is desperately wanted by the United States.
Indo-Nepal joint exercise Surya Kiran showcases military cooperation
Saljhandi, January 6: The 18th Indo-Nepal Joint Military Exercise, Surya Kiran, is currently underway at Saljhandi in Nepal. Running from December 31 to January 13, the exercise strengthens the partnership between the Indian and Nepalese Armies, providing a platform for both to exchange best practices and sharpen operational skills.