India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation has successfully completed a series of Phase-II Ballistic Missile Defence tests that mark a significant leap in the country’s ability to intercept long-range ballistic missile threats.These trials validated interceptors capable of neutralising missiles with ranges approaching 5,000 kilometres, placing India among a select group of nations with
PM Modi Warns of Global Economic Risks From Hormuz Disruptions At The G7 Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi used his address at the G7 Summit in Evian to warn of the grave economic and humanitarian consequences of disruptions in maritime trade through the Strait of Hormuz, stressing that several Indian civilians have lost their lives during the ongoing conflict in West Asia. He urged collective responsibility to safeguard seafarers and ensure secure global sea lanes.Prime
PM Modi Strengthens Global Partnerships With Leaders of UAE, Kenya, Japan, Egypt And South Korea At G7 Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a series of high-level bilateral meetings with leaders from the UAE, Kenya, Japan, Egypt and South Korea on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian, France, reaffirming India’s commitment to strengthening strategic partnerships across regions.He also addressed the Outreach Session, stressing dialogue, diplomacy and maritime security as essential for global
India Orders ISRO To Launch 200 Satellites Amid Transponder Crisis
India faces a critical satellite shortage, with the Centre directing ISRO to launch at least 200 satellites in the next three years to address a severe transponder deficit and safeguard national digital infrastructure. The agency, currently operating only 56 satellites, must scale up operations dramatically while balancing flagship missions and overcoming recent launch failures.India’s
Defence Ministry Approves ₹500 Crore Military Drone Hub At IIT-Kanpur
The Ministry of Defence has approved in principle a ₹500 crore National Military Drone Technology Hub at IIT-Kanpur, positioning Uttar Pradesh as India’s leading centre for defence drone innovation. This initiative will provide full-stack capabilities in design, testing, certification, and counter-drone systems, while strengthening the UP Defence Industrial Corridor ecosystem.The Ministry of
Canada, Thailand, Italy And Philippines Seek Stronger Space Partnerships With India
Canada, Thailand, Italy and the Philippines have all signalled strong intent to deepen space cooperation with India, focusing on commercial development, satellite applications, and advanced technologies.The India Space Congress 2026 has become a pivotal platform for these nations to align with India’s growing space ecosystem, which is increasingly driven by private sector participation and
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Trump offers upbeat sales pitch for Iran deal at end of G7
President Trump said Wednesday a pending deal with Iran will bring peace, forestall Tehran’s nuclear ambitions and avoid the “economic catastrophe” that would have unfolded if bombs kept falling in perpetuity.
More than 1,000 people have been killed in Gaza during ceasefire, Health Ministry says
Israeli operations in the Gaza Strip have killed 1,005 Palestinians since a ceasefire was reached between Israel and the militant group Hamas last October, the Gaza Health Ministry said Wednesday.
Q&A with Luciana Lixandru, who co-leads Sequoia’s global early-stage investment business, on why it is time for “act two” for Europe’s tech sector, AI, and more (Tim Bradshaw/Financial Times)
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Q&A with Luciana Lixandru, who co-leads Sequoia’s global early-stage investment business, on why it is time for “act two” for Europe’s tech sector, AI, and more — The global co-lead of…