India Reaffirms Independent Foreign Policy Amid Putin’s Praise

The Ministry of External Affairs has reiterated that India’s foreign policy remains firmly independent, with its key pillars well established and widely recognised.Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, addressing a press briefing, emphasised that this position has not changed, underscoring the continuity and consistency of India’s diplomatic approach.His remarks came in response to questions about

June 6, 2026
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Rafale Successfully Fires MICA-NG Missile In First Supersonic Test; Paves Way For Possible Induction Into IAF

France has successfully conducted the second development firing of the MICA-NG air-to-air missile from a Rafale fighter jet, marking the first time the next-generation weapon has been tested in a supersonic flight configuration.The trial, carried out at the French defence procurement agency DGA’s Missile Testing Centre in the Mediterranean, represents a significant milestone in the missile’s

June 6, 2026
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China Pledges Full Support For India’s BRICS Chairship In 2026

China has formally pledged full support for India’s BRICS chairship in 2026, with Ambassador Xu Feihong emphasising cooperation to advance multipolarity and high‑quality development.This assurance coincided with India hosting the 11th BRICS Foreign Policy Dialogue in New Delhi, where member states discussed resilience, innovation, and reforms in global governance.Chinese Ambassador to India Xu

June 6, 2026
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INS Airavat Strengthens India–Sri Lanka Maritime Partnership During Colombo Visit

INS Airavat arrived in Colombo on 1 June 2026 for an Operational Turnaround, carrying critical spares for the Sri Lanka Coast Guard ship Suraksha under a Government of India grant.The visit was marked by a traditional naval welcome and reinforced India’s ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy and the MAHASAGAR vision of regional maritime cooperation.INS Airavat, a Shardul-class Landing Ship Tank, was

June 6, 2026
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Nepal Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal Meets Ajit Doval In Delhi To Strengthen Bilateral Relations

Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal met India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval in New Delhi on Friday, as part of his ongoing two-day official visit to India.The meeting was confirmed by the Nepal Embassy in India, which stated that the two officials discussed a range of issues aimed at further strengthening Nepal-India bilateral relations. In a post on X, the embassy noted that the

June 6, 2026
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India And Philippines Advance Economic Cooperation At 14th Joint Working Group Meeting

The fourteenth meeting of the India-Philippines Joint Working Group on Trade and Investment was convened in Manila, Philippines, on Friday. The discussions highlighted the strong upward trajectory of bilateral trade, which reached USD 3.9 billion in 2025-26, reflecting robust growth and expanding economic engagement between the two nations.Both sides acknowledged this progress and examined trends

June 6, 2026
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Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono To Lead Delegation To India For Joint Commission Talks

Indonesia’s Foreign Minister Sugiono is set to arrive in New Delhi on 6 June 2026 for a three-day official visit, accompanied by Marlyn Maisarah Sugiono.He will lead a high-level delegation to hold crucial bilateral discussions aimed at expanding cooperation across multiple strategic sectors. The visit is being seen as a significant step in consolidating the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

June 6, 2026
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India And Greece Reinforce Strategic Partnership At 14th Foreign Office Consultations In New Delhi

The 14th round of Foreign Office Consultations between India and Greece was convened in New Delhi on Friday, marking another important milestone in the strengthening of bilateral ties.The meeting was co-chaired by Sibi George, Secretary (West) from the Indian side, and Ambassador Andreas Fryganas, Political Director at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Greece.This round of consultations followed

June 6, 2026
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