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1,000 more US troops arrive in Afghan: Pentagon

The extra troops will help train and advise Afghan security forces, who are struggling to beat back a resurgent Taliban.

17 Nov 2017 8:24 PM GMT

The communication is in line with the decision announced by President Donald Trump recently, which was one of his key electoral promises. (Photo: AP)

President Donald Trump on 9/11 anniversary says America cannot be...

Vice President Mike Pence was representing the administration a ceremony at the 9/11 memorial in Shanksville.

12 Sep 2017 7:44 AM GMT

President Donald Trump has previously accused Pakistan of deceiving the US while receiving billions of dollars. (Photo: File)

In strong signal of US frustration, Trump cancels USD 1.66 billion aid...

Ties between US and Pak strained after Trump last year hit out at Pak for providing safe havens to 'agents of chaos'...

21 Nov 2018 4:32 AM GMT

The reality here is Pakistan and its jihad-fi-sabilillah (meaning in the cause of Allah ) campaign of terrorism against India.

US hopes Pakistan would do right thing and turn over' terrorists

Pentagon chief spokesperson said, 'We believe that Pakistan has the ability to address this threat.'

12 Jan 2018 5:38 AM GMT

Protesters at Mondays event held placards supporting the legislation and carrying slogans such as Denial is not a policy, Stop the retaliation, and #MeTooMilitary.(Photo: AP)

US troops hold #MeTooMilitary protest outside Pentagon

Commander Gary Ross said such events underscore Pentagon's 'continued efforts to eliminate sexual harassment and assault...

9 Jan 2018 5:52 AM GMT

Donald Trump, in a New Years Day tweet, accused the country of giving nothing to the US but lies and deceit and providing safe haven to terrorists in return for USD 33 billion aid over the last 15 years. (Photo: File)

Not contemplating military action inside Pakistan: Pentagon

Instead, the US seeks Pakistan's cooperation and assistance in various operations under its new South Asia strategy.'

2 Feb 2018 8:22 AM GMT

Chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff General Joseph Dunford hosted his South Korean and Japanese counterparts at the US Pacific Command headquarters in Hawaii on Sunday. (Photo: AP)

US has a global campaign plan for China: Pentagon

Admiral Harry Harris, Commander of the US Pacific Command, is the coordinating authority for that global campaign plan.

13 April 2018 6:57 AM GMT

Maldives President Abdulla Yameen on Tuesday extended a draconian state of emergency by another month, bolstering his grip on power in the troubled Indian Ocean island nation. (Photo: AFP)

Chinese developments in Maldives is cause of concern: Pentagon

Asserting that US was 'committed to free and open' India-Pacific rules-based order, Pentagon said anything else would...

7 April 2018 8:05 AM GMT

It is unclear why Microsoft is removing the smart digital assistant out of its Windows built-in form.

Microsoft beats Amazon for Pentagon's USD 10 billion cloud computing...

The contracting process had long been mired in conflict of interest allegations, even drawing the attention of President...

28 Oct 2019 1:46 AM GMT

US President Donald Trump (Photo: AP)

Trump asked aide to screw Amazon out' of defence contract: report

In the past, Trump has voiced his displeasure with Amazon and Jeff Bezos, who also owns The Washington Post.

27 Oct 2019 6:26 AM GMT

Microsoft sued the hacking group in US District Court in Washington this month and described a hacking operation that demonstrates skill, patience and access to resources.

Pentagon hands USD 10 billion 'war cloud' deal to Microsoft, snubs...

The Pentagon emphasized in an announcement that the process was fair and followed procurement guidelines.

26 Oct 2019 4:49 AM GMT

Modis statement on terror emanating out of Pakistan came after the US President said that he was committed to saving innocent lives from radical Islamist terrorism. (Photo: AP)

India-US bilateral defence trade to reach USD 18 billion this year:...

Undersecretary Of Defence For Acquisition And Sustainment Ellen M Lord said US committed to strengthen partnership with...

19 Oct 2019 3:12 AM GMT