NewSpace Research Likely Developing VTO Interceptor Drones, Echoing Ukraine’s Proven Success

NewSpace Research and Technologies is advancing work on vertical take-off interceptor drones, drawing inspiration from Ukrainian battlefield successes. These systems are designed to provide India with agile, autonomous aerial defence capabilities, particularly suited for contested environments.NewSpace Research and Technologies, based in Bengaluru, has positioned itself as India’s fastest-growing

April 16, 2026
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India’s $3.5 Billion Push: Expanding P-8I Fleet Amid Rising Costs And Strategic Deals

India is moving forward with the acquisition of six additional P-8I Poseidon maritime reconnaissance aircraft from the United States, despite the sharp rise in costs, reported Srinjoy Chowdhury of Times Now.The deal, valued at over $3.5 billion, will be processed through the Foreign Military Sales route. Negotiations had been ongoing for more than a year, with India initially resisting the

April 16, 2026
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Iran And Pakistan To Discuss U.S. Messages To Tehran As Asim Munir Lands In Iran

Iran and Pakistan are set to engage in detailed discussions in Tehran on Thursday, according to reports from the Tasnim news agency. The talks come at a time when messages between Iran and the United States have been exchanged since Sunday, highlighting ongoing diplomatic activity in the region.The discussions between Tehran and Islamabad are expected to focus on these communications, with

April 16, 2026
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India’s Diplomatic Balancing Act: Strategic Outreach And Energy Pragmatism Amid Global Uncertainty

In a detailed inter-ministerial briefing held in New Delhi, the Ministry of External Affairs outlined India’s recent diplomatic initiatives designed to safeguard economic interests and maritime security. MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasised the importance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent conversation with US President Donald Trump, describing it as a cornerstone of India’s

April 16, 2026
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India’s AI Strength Concentrated In Urban Hubs Despite Global Leadership, Says OpenAI

India has emerged as one of the world’s most advanced markets for artificial intelligence, particularly excelling in areas such as coding, data analysis, and complex reasoning.According to OpenAI’s latest capability gap findings, Indian users rank among the top five globally in terms of thinking capability usage per person, measured through reasoning tokens used by ChatGPT Plus subscribers.This

April 16, 2026
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Iran Acquired Chinese Satellite To Track And Attack US Bases: Report

Iran relied on a Chinese-built satellite it quietly obtained last year to help track US military positions across the Middle East during the recent conflict, the Financial Times has reported.The satellite, known as TEE-01B, was originally developed and launched by the Chinese firm Earth Eye Company before being transferred to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ Aerospace Force.Earth Eye

April 16, 2026
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President Vladimir Putin Will Attend BRICS Summit In India, TASS Reports

Russian President Vladimir Putin will attend the upcoming BRICS summit in India later this year, marking his second visit to the country in less than twelve months.The Kremlin confirmed his participation, with spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stating that Putin will “definitely” take part in the gathering, though the official dates have not yet been announced.New Delhi is expected to host the 18th

April 16, 2026
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Pakistan Poised To Host Next US–Iran Peace Talks Amid Fragile Ceasefire Says White House

The White House has indicated that Pakistan is “very likely” to host the next round of peace talks between the United States and Iran. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, responding to questions about the venue, said the discussions would probably take place at the same location as the previous round.She emphasised Islamabad’s role as the sole mediator, noting that while many countries have offered

April 16, 2026
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Iran Threatens To Block Red Sea Trade Amid US Naval Blockade Escalation

Iran’s military issued a stern warning on Wednesday that it would block trade through the Red Sea, the Persian Gulf, and the Sea of Oman if the United States continues its naval blockade of Iranian ports. The statement was broadcast on Iranian state television and delivered by Ali Abdollahi, head of the military’s central command centre.Abdollahi declared that if the US persists with its

April 16, 2026
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BEML Clinches $36.38 Million Gulf Export Order For Heavy Machinery

BEML Ltd, the Bangalore-based defence public sector undertaking, has announced a significant export order worth USD 36.38 million from clients in the Gulf region. This development marks a major milestone in the company’s international expansion strategy.The order involves the supply of heavy earthmoving equipment, which has traditionally been used in large-scale mining operations. However, BEML

April 16, 2026
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