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The DRDO’s STAR (Supersonic TARget) missile program has marked a significant milestone by advancing into Phase-III, as confirmed by reports from May 2025.This phase focuses on the intricate integration of propulsion, guidance, and control systems into complete prototypes. Teams at DRDO’s facilities have already fabricated critical hardware components, including motor casings, nozzles, and
India has achieved remarkable progress in defence self-reliance, adapting swiftly to the evolving landscape of warfare dominated by non-contact technologies. These innovations are proving decisive in modern conflicts, prompting the nation to deploy advanced drones while modernising its military infrastructure, industries, and strategic doctrines for sustained autonomy.Vijay Kumar Saraswat, former
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has underscored the Trump administration’s commitment to global peace-making, positioning the United States as a pivotal mediator in several international conflicts. Speaking at a press conference in Washington DC on 20 December 2025, Rubio highlighted engagements across diverse hotspots, from the Russia-Ukraine war to tensions in Sudan and South Sudan.He
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has confirmed Pakistan’s offer to contribute troops to the proposed International Stabilisation Force (ISF) in Gaza, a key component of President Donald Trump’s 20-point peace plan.Speaking in Washington DC on Friday, Rubio expressed gratitude for Pakistan’s willingness, noting that it has at least offered to consider participation. He emphasised that further
LVM-3 India’s most powerful launch vehicle will ferry the BlueBird-6 satellite into orbitISRO’s Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM3) rocket is set to launch the BlueBird Block-2 satellite, developed by US-based AST SpaceMobile, on 24 December 2025 at 08:54 hrs IST from the Second Launch Pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC SHAR) in Sriharikota.This mission, designated LVM3-M6, represents a dedicated
India and the Netherlands have formalised a significant step forward in their bilateral relations by agreeing to establish a Joint Trade and Investment Committee (JTIC). This decision came during the visit of Dutch Foreign Minister David van Weel to New Delhi from 17 to 19 December 2025, at the invitation of India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar.The two nations also signed several
India and the Netherlands have intensified their bilateral engagements, with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar urging Dutch support for the impending conclusion of the India-European Union free trade agreement (FTA).The discussions unfolded on Friday during the visit of Dutch Foreign Minister David van Weel to New Delhi, marking a pivotal moment in elevating strategic ties.Jaishankar
Former Foreign Secretary and Rajya Sabha MP Harsh Vardhan Shringla has attributed the recent surge in protests against Indian diplomatic missions in Bangladesh to orchestrated efforts by anti-India elements ahead of upcoming elections.Speaking in New Delhi on Friday, Shringla highlighted an escalation in demonstrations targeting the Indian High Commission and consulates, framing them as
The Quad nations—India, the United States, Australia, and Japan—have conducted their inaugural Indo-Pacific Logistics Network (IPLN) Field Training Exercise, marking a significant step towards enhancing regional humanitarian response capabilities.This exercise took place from 8 to 12 December 2025, on the sidelines of the annual Operation Christmas Drop (OCD), a longstanding US Air Force
India’s Ministry of Defence stands on the cusp of a significant procurement decision, with the Indian Army poised to acquire 850 kamikaze drones valued at approximately ₹2,000 crore. This initiative, drawing critical lessons from the recent Operation Sindoor, aims to bolster the strike capabilities of the Army, Navy, Air Force, and special forces units.Defence sources have confirmed that the