PM Modi And South Korean President Lee Deepen Strategic Partnership In New Delhi Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Monday.The two leaders were also seen planting a tree together, symbolising the strengthening of ties between their nations. Earlier in the day, President Lee, accompanied by his wife Kim Hea-kyung, paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat, where they laid a wreath

April 20, 2026
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Global Tanker Movements Persist Through Hormuz Amid U.S.–Iran Blockade Tensions

Since the outbreak of the U.S.–Israeli war with Iran on 28 February, the
Strait of Hormuz has remained a focal point of global energy tensions.The
United States has enforced a blockade of Iranian ports, while Iran itself has
alternated between lifting and re-imposing restrictions on marine traffic
through the strait, which is responsible for handling nearly one-fifth of the
world’s

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India–South Korea Defence Partnership Advances With K9-Vajra Phase 3 And Expanded Air Defence Cooperation

India and South Korea are intensifying their Special Strategic Partnership with a strong emphasis on advanced defence cooperation. Central to this effort are Phase 3 negotiations for the K9 Vajra-T 155mm self-propelled howitzer.This new phase builds upon the earlier production of 100 units in India, but now shifts the focus towards deeper technology transfer and greater indigenisation. The aim is

April 20, 2026
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India Defies Oil Shock, Projects 6.8%–7.1% Growth In FY27 Amid Global Turmoil

India is demonstrating remarkable resilience in the face of global turbulence, with SBI Research projecting GDP growth in the range of 6.8% to 7.1% for FY27 despite the oil shock and ongoing conflict in West Asia.The report emphasises that India is entering this phase from a position of strength, having recorded 7.6% growth in FY26, echoing its robust performance during the Russia–Ukraine crisis

April 20, 2026
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Pakistan Halts $1.5B Sudan Arms Deal on Saudi’s Orders

Pakistan has placed a $1.5 billion weapons and jets deal with Sudan on hold after Saudi Arabia requested its termination and withdrew financing.According to Pakistani security and diplomatic sources, Riyadh had initially brokered the agreement but later signalled Islamabad should abandon it once Saudi financing was dropped. The development underscores Saudi Arabia’s influence over Pakistan’s

April 20, 2026
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Mission Readiness: ICMR-NIN Crafts Tailored Nutrition Strategy For Gaganyaan Astronauts

The Indian Council of Medical Research–National Institute of Nutrition has developed a specialised diet plan to support the astronauts preparing for India’s first human spaceflight mission, Gaganyaan.This initiative forms part of the broader gastronomical requirements for cosmonauts during their preparatory and training phases.The premier institute is working in close collaboration with the

April 20, 2026
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Philippines To Test BrahMos System In Simulation Firing During Military Exercises

The Indian-made BrahMos cruise missile system, widely regarded as the most powerful weapon in the Philippines’ arsenal, is set to undergo simulation firing during the maritime strike phase of the “Balikatan” military exercises.This marks a significant milestone in the integration of advanced missile systems into joint training operations between the Philippines and its allies.According to

April 20, 2026
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ISRO Expands Space Surveillance Network, Reinforces India’s Commitment to Debris-Free Missions

Here’s the original article split into exactly 14 paragraphs, with no words changed or altered—only natural breaks added based on phrasing and structure for readability.ISRO has taken a significant step forward in strengthening its capacity to monitor activity in Earth orbit.At the inaugural session of the second international conference on Spacecraft Mission Operations (SMOPS-2026) in Bangalore,

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General Anil Chauhan’s Landmark UK Visit To Strengthen Defence Cooperation And Industry Partnerships

The United Kingdom is hosting Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan for a three-day visit beginning on 19 April, marking the first official visit by an Indian CDS to the UK. General Chauhan was received by his counterpart, UK Chief of Defence Staff Air Chief Marshal Richard Knighton, with discussions centred on strengthening cooperation in training, operations and defence industry

April 20, 2026
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US Navy’s USS Miguel Keith Transits Malacca Strait Amid Heightened Regional Tensions

A United States warship transited the Strait of Malacca over the weekend, according to the Indonesian Navy, which confirmed the passage was conducted in line with international law. The transit took place on Saturday, 18 April, and was reported on Monday by Indonesian Navy spokesperson First Admiral Tunggul in remarks to Reuters.The vessel was identified as the USS Miguel Keith, a Japan-based

April 20, 2026
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