External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has held productive talks with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in Washington DC, focusing on bolstering the India-US economic partnership and deepening strategic cooperation between the two nations.The meeting took place on Tuesday local time as part of Jaishankar’s three-day visit to the United States, which includes participation in the inaugural
Sino-Indian Trade Peaks At $155.6bn Amid Diplomatic Thaw And Cultural Revival
Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, has proclaimed a new era in bilateral relations, announcing that trade between China and India soared to a record $155.6 billion in 2025. This figure marks a striking 12 per cent year-on-year increase, reflecting robust economic momentum despite lingering geopolitical frictions.The ambassador made these remarks during a Chinese New Year reception in New
CDS Chauhan Engages Armenia On Tech-Driven Defence Ties During Yerevan Visit
India’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Anil Chauhan, held key discussions with Armenia’s Defence Minister Suren Papkyan during an official visit to Yerevan, focusing on bolstering defence cooperation between the two nations.The meeting took place on Tuesday, 3 February 2026, as part of General Chauhan’s four-day visit, which commenced on Sunday.Talks centred on enhancing collaboration
Russia Tailors Su-57E For India With Local Tech And ‘Make In India’ Focus Amid Cost Concerns: Int’l Media
Russia is intensifying efforts to sell its advanced Su-57 Felon stealth fighter to India, this time tailoring the offer to align closely with New Delhi’s "Make in India" initiative.The proposal centres on a customised Su-57E variant, incorporating extensive participation from Indian industry and indigenous subsystems. This marks a significant shift from previous restrictive export terms, where
DRDO Tests Propulsion Tech To Increase Range of Missiles
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) achieved a major milestone on Tuesday with the successful ground test of its Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) technology at the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur, off Odisha’s coast.This next-generation propulsion system promises to revolutionise missile capabilities by dramatically extending ranges and enhancing speeds.SFDR
Live: Ukraine, Russia set to meet in Abu Dhabi for US-brokered peace talks
Negotiators from Ukraine, Russia and the United States are to gather in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday to hold talks on how to end the four-year war, with the main sticking point is the long-term fate of territory in eastern Ukraine. The talks come as Russia …
Will India Cut Russian Oil Under US Trade Pact? Expert Flags Divergent Views
India and the United States have concluded negotiations on a significant trade deal, with Russian oil imports emerging as a pivotal issue.US President Donald Trump announced the agreement, claiming that Prime Minister Narendra Modi pledged to halt purchases of Russian oil entirely, redirecting imports towards the United States and potentially Venezuela. This move, according to Trump, aims to
Shashi Tharoor Tharoor Hails Vizhinjam Port’s Vast Prospects Following Talks With Maersk Leaders
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has highlighted the immense potential of Vizhinjam Port in Thiruvananthapuram after engaging in productive discussions with senior executives from the global shipping giant Maersk.The meeting, held on Tuesday, focused on bolstering India’s maritime ecosystem and exploring avenues for Maersk’s expanded presence in the country.Tharoor shared details of the interaction on
US-India Trade Pact And Defence Ties Key To Global Stability, Says US Congressman Rich McCormick
US Congressman Rich McCormick has underscored the vital importance of the India-US strategic partnership for global peace and prosperity. This comes in the wake of a fresh trade agreement between the two nations.Speaking to ANI in Washington DC, McCormick, who serves as co-chair of the India Caucus in the US Congress, highlighted the robust personal rapport between Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Sashastra Seema Bal Bolsters Nepal-Bhutan Frontier with Cutting-Edge Surveillance Systems
The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), India’s dedicated border guarding force for the Nepal and Bhutan frontiers, has significantly upgraded its capabilities with state-of-the-art surveillance equipment.This includes unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), micro UAVs, and advanced systems featuring automatic face recognition integrated with auto number-plate recognition. These technologies aim to enhance