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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a productive meeting with US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor in New Delhi on Thursday, 29 January 2026. The discussions underscored the multifaceted nature of the India-US partnership, with both leaders expressing optimism about its future trajectory.In a post on X, Jaishankar noted his pleasure in meeting Gor and welcomed him to the role. He highlighted
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has called upon global partners to collaborate with the nation’s burgeoning shipbuilding industry, aiming to co-develop advanced maritime capabilities.Speaking at the Samudra Utkarsh seminar organised by the Department of Defence Production, Singh described India as a vibrant, capable, and future-ready maritime power. He emphasised that such partnerships could
India’s Economic Survey for 2026 has revealed a significant shift in the country’s crude oil import patterns, particularly during the April-November period of the financial year. Imports from Russia have notably declined, while there has been a marked uptick from the United States, reflecting greater diversification in energy sourcing.The survey points out that crude oil imports from several
Suryastra Universal Rocket Launcher SystemFrom a high-visibility parade to long-term capability, Elbit is moving toward a scalable, locally produced long-range fires programAt India’s annual Republic Day Army parade in New Delhi, one of the most closely observed platforms on the ground was not an aircraft or an armoured vehicle, but a long-range rocket launcher mounted on a military truck.For the
The United States has reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to a robust, results-driven energy partnership with India, spotlighted during India Energy Week (IEW) 2026, which took place from 27 to 30 January in Goa.Acting Consul General Mike Schreuder led a high-level US delegation, emphasising the deepening economic and strategic dimensions of bilateral energy ties.Schreuder articulated that the
Numerous US military assets in the Gulf region are ‘within the range of our medium-range missiles’, Iran warns.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing marks a significant diplomatic outreach, with both leaders committing to a "long-term and strategic partnership".The encounter, held on Thursday, underscores London’s intent to bolster economic ties amid domestic growth pressures, even as longstanding frictions persist.Starmer emphasised the linkage between UK
Direct air connectivity between Pakistan and Bangladesh has resumed after a 14-year hiatus, marking a significant step in bilateral relations. Biman Bangladesh Airlines operated its inaugural Dhaka-Karachi flight, landing at Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport on Thursday night. The Pakistan Airports Authority confirmed the arrival, which was celebrated with a traditional water cannon
China has deepened its military cooperation with Bangladesh through a significant pact signed between the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) and China Electronics Technology Group Corporation (CETC) International. This agreement paves the way for establishing a cutting-edge unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) manufacturing and assembly plant in Bangladesh, complete with technology transfer provisions.The pact
India and the European Union deepened their strategic ties with the signing of a landmark Security and Defence Partnership (SDP) on Tuesday, 27 January 2026. This agreement, announced by Kaja Kallas, Vice President of the European Commission, comes amid a high-level summit co-chaired by European Council President Antonio Luis Santos da Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der