Need ‘civilian army’ to protect nation’s interests: SC judge Surya Kant | India News – Times of India

Justice Surya Kant (File photo) NEW DELHI: Supreme Court judge Surya Kant on Sunday said a nation growing “economically, politically, in the rule of law and in good governance” requires not only the “military in dress” but also a “civilian army” of experts to diligently and intelligently look after its interests both within and outsideAddressing…

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China test-fires intercontinental ballistic missile into Pacific Ocean – Times of India

China’s defence ministry said on Wednesday that its People Liberation Army (PLA) has successfully launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) into the Pacific Ocean.The ministry said the launch was “not directed at any country or target and in line with international law“, reported news agency Reuters.The intercontinental ballistic missiles have a range greater than 5,000…

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India skips vote on UNGA call for end to Israeli occupation | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India on Wednesday abstained in the UN General Assembly on a resolution demanding that Israel end its unlawful presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territory within 12 months, “without delay”.The 193-member General Assembly adopted the resolution with overwhelming support, as 124 nations voted in favour, 14 against and 43, including India, abstained.The vote came…

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