Akash Sharma

New Delhi

Defence Correspondent at CNN-News18

#Technophile #Archaeophile | Reporting on #Defence #Diplomacy & #Railways. Keeping an eye on everything happening around 🌎Previously at #ETV #BureaucracyToday

Featured in: Favicon

news18.com Favicon

msn.com

jamanetwork.com Favicon

science.org Favicon

thelancet.com Favicon

elephantjournal.com Favicon

amarujala.com Favicon

kevinmd.com Favicon

newsgram.com Favicon

tweakyourbiz.com + 5 more

Articles

Inside Operation Sindoor: Air Force Hit Distant Targets, Army Launched Loitering Munition

1 week ago | news18.com | Pragati Ratti |Akash Sharma

Last Updated:May 08, 2025, 10:43 ISTThe Indian Air Force executed Operation Sindoor by using its frontline fighters to strike terror locations in Pakistan without crossing the Line of Control. LMS drones can remain airborne for extended periods, tracking potential targets before diving and detonating upon impact once the target is identified.
PM Modi Meets Service Chiefs, Rajnath Singh's Bold Message: Indication Of Major Action After Pahalgam?

1 week ago | news18.com | Oindrila Mukherjee |Akash Sharma

Last Updated:May 05, 2025, 04:19 ISTFollowing the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 lives, there have been calls for a “strong retaliation” but the timing and nature of the response remain under speculationPM Narendra Modi holds meeting with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, NSA Ajit Doval, CDS General Anil Chauhan, Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi, Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi and IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, in New Delhi.
Rajnath Singh Likely To Skip Victory Day Parade In Moscow Next Week, MoS Defence May Represent India

1 week ago | news18.com | Ashesh Mallick |Akash Sharma

Last Updated:May 02, 2025, 22:11 ISTNews18Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is likely to skip the Victory Day parade in Moscow next week, defence sources said on Friday. More to follow…Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from politics to crime and society. Stay informed with the latest India news only on News18.
Infiltration Attempts, Firing & LoC Violations: Here's A Timeline Of Pakistan Terror Module Before Pahalgam Attack

2 weeks ago | news18.com | Mahima Joshi |Akash Sharma

Last Updated:May 01, 2025, 09:54 ISTAn assessment of incidents at the borders and cross-border activities indicates that the ISI was frustrated by the prevailing peace in J&K. Border Security Force (BSF) soldiers patrol the fenced border with Pakistan. (Image: Reuters)The Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives shook the entire country, raising concerns over the terrorist activities along the Line of Control (LoC).
'Attacks In Pakistan? Their Rogue Officers Capable...': Indian Defence Sources Hit Back

2 weeks ago | news18.com | Shankhyaneel Sarkar |Akash Sharma

Last Updated:April 30, 2025, 17:57 ISTDefence sources speaking to CNN-News18 said that due to large number of Pakistani Punjabi soldiers in the army other soldiers from other regions feel sidelined. The Pakistani Army is suffering from internal dissent as one particular community makes up most members, leading to others feeling sidelined.
Pakistan Violated LoC Ceasefire 12 Times This Month, Highest Since 2021 Accord: Defence Officials

2 weeks ago | news18.com | Manjiri Joshi |Akash Sharma

Last Updated:April 28, 2025, 19:11 ISTAs per defence officials, any instance of more than 25 rounds of firing is categorised as a ceasefire violation. Till March 2025, the number was limited to just two incidentsThe LoC has remained relatively calm in the recent years, especially after February 2021. (PTI File)Since the day Indian leaders spoke of retaliation to the terrorist attack in Kashmir’s Pahalgam, Pakistan has been involved in ‘unprovoked firing’ at the Line of Control (LoC).
Amid Tensions, Data Underscores India’s Considerable Military Edge Over Pakistan

2 weeks ago | news18.com | Pathikrit Sen Gupta |Akash Sharma

Last Updated:April 26, 2025, 19:28 ISTIndia surpasses Pakistan in nearly every aspect of military power, from the strength of its army to its fighter jets and tanks, with numbers heavily in its favourSince India has taken diplomatic steps against Pakistan, the latter has been violating the ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC), which has been maintained following a DGMO-level understanding in 2021.
Airstrikes, LoC Offensive, And More: Four Military Options On The Table For India After Pahalgam Attack

2 weeks ago | news18.com | Pragati Ratti |Akash Sharma

Last Updated:April 25, 2025, 10:29 ISTDefence sources reveal that India is exploring multiple military options, including air strikes and surgical strikes. Anantnag: A security personnel during a search operation following a terror attack at Pahalgam, in Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir, Thursday, April 24, 2025.
Myanmar Earthquake: Indian Army Medics To Receive WHO Emergency Medical Team Accreditation

1 month ago | news18.com | Apoorva Misra |Akash Sharma

Last Updated:April 15, 2025, 09:23 ISTThe team has previously been commended for its exceptional service in global crises, including the 2023 earthquakes in Turkey and SyriaAs of April 13, the hospital’s doctors and nursing staff had treated 2,519 patients and conducted 6,888 laboratory investigations. (News18)An Indian Army team of the 60 Parachute Field Hospital in Myanmar is set to receive accreditation from the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Emergency Medical Team (EMT).
Germany, Indonesia To Join India’s Maritime Security Team By Year-End

1 month ago | news18.com | Manjiri Joshi |Akash Sharma

Last Updated:April 09, 2025, 16:07 IST“Countries like Indonesia and Germany have expressed interest in appointing liaison officers, and we may see them join by the end of this year. Several other nations are also planning to come on board,” said a government sourceThe centre already hosts International Liaison Officers (ILOs) from 12 nations.

Contact details

Emails

[email protected]

Socials & Sites

Try JournoFinder For Free

Search and contact over 1M+ journalist profiles, browse 100M+ articles, and unlock powerful PR tools.

Start Your 7-Day Free Trial →

Coverage map

X (formerly Twitter)

Followers: 7K
Tweets: 12K
DMs Open: No

No Tweets found.

Akash Sharma

Articles

Inside Operation Sindoor: Air Force Hit Distant Targets, Army Launched Loitering Munition

PM Modi Meets Service Chiefs, Rajnath Singh's Bold Message: Indication Of Major Action After Pahalgam?

Rajnath Singh Likely To Skip Victory Day Parade In Moscow Next Week, MoS Defence May Represent India

Infiltration Attempts, Firing & LoC Violations: Here's A Timeline Of Pakistan Terror Module Before Pahalgam Attack

'Attacks In Pakistan? Their Rogue Officers Capable...': Indian Defence Sources Hit Back

Pakistan Violated LoC Ceasefire 12 Times This Month, Highest Since 2021 Accord: Defence Officials

Amid Tensions, Data Underscores India’s Considerable Military Edge Over Pakistan

Airstrikes, LoC Offensive, And More: Four Military Options On The Table For India After Pahalgam Attack

Myanmar Earthquake: Indian Army Medics To Receive WHO Emergency Medical Team Accreditation

Germany, Indonesia To Join India’s Maritime Security Team By Year-End

Contact details

Emails

Socials & Sites

Coverage map

X (formerly Twitter)