IAF Chief Singh Strengthens France Ties As Rafale Deal Advances

Air Chief Marshal AP Singh has concluded a three‑day visit to France, reinforcing India’s deepening defence partnership with Paris while advancing negotiations for the ₹3.25 lakh crore acquisition of 114 Rafale fighter jets.The visit combined high‑level military talks, industry engagements, and operational familiarisation, underscoring India’s push for greater defence autonomy and industrial

June 5, 2026
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President Putin Calls India The Most Reliable Partner, Highlights Enduring Strategic Ties

Russian President Vladimir Putin has reaffirmed the depth of the India-Russia relationship, describing it as a “special privileged strategic partnership” during his address at the St. Petersburg Economic Forum. He emphasised that Moscow views New Delhi as a reliable partner and expressed confidence in the future trajectory of bilateral ties.Putin stated, “We are developing our ties with

June 5, 2026
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US President Trump Confident of Trade Deal With ‘Good Friend’ Prime Minister Modi Soon

United States President Donald Trump has expressed confidence that Washington and New Delhi will soon reach a trade agreement, while describing Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “good friend”. Speaking to reporters at the White House on Thursday, Trump remarked that for years India had taken advantage of the United States by charging tremendous tariffs while paying nothing in return. He

June 5, 2026
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Why Is Vietnam Tooling Up With India’s Deadly BrahMos Supersonic Cruise Missiles

INS Chennai stealth destroyer firing a BrahMos missile during a routine validation exerciseVietnam has officially signed a $629 million deal with India for BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, confirmed at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore.This acquisition significantly strengthens Vietnam’s coastal defence posture in the South China Sea, where Chinese militarisation of disputed islands has

June 5, 2026
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Defence Stocks Soar As Policy Boosts And Exports Fuel Rally

SummaryRecord Stock Rally: Indian defence shares have jumped as much as 360% in a year, supported by government spending, export growth and investor interest in security-focused firms.Policy Power Boost: Rajnath Singh approved doubling financial powers for commanders, enabling faster procurement of ₹1.25 lakh crore in equipment and boosting indigenous manufacturing.Drone Deal Ahead: India plans

June 5, 2026
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