India and France are advancing towards a substantial defence agreement valued at approximately €300 million for the supply of additional SCALP cruise missiles to the Indian Air Force (IAF).This development follows the missiles’ proven efficacy during Operation Sindoor last year, where they delivered precise strikes against terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan.The SCALP, also recognised as the
BEML’s 1500HP Bharat Engine: Powering The NGMBT, MBT MK-1A, And Future Ready Combat Vehicle For A new Era of Battlefield Mobility
BEML is developing a 1500hp Bharat Engine intended for India’s new generation main battle tank (NGMBT), MBT MK-1A, and the future ready combat vehicle (FRCV) programs under the Indian Army.The project sits within a framework of collaboration with key Indian defence research and development agencies, including CVRDE, ARAI, and ICAT, which collectively contribute to design validation, testing, and
Indian Start-Up’s Veer Kamikaze Drone Propels Indigenous Defence Tech Forward
India’s defence innovation ecosystem is experiencing rapid growth, with start-ups playing a pivotal role in advancing indigenous technologies.Navi Mumbai-based VTOL Aviation India Private Limited has achieved a milestone by successfully developing the Veer Kamikaze Drone, a sophisticated unmanned aerial vehicle designed for precision strikes.This kamikaze drone represents a leap forward in
Ashwini Vaishnaw Unveils 2-nm Qualcomm Chip; SEMICON 2.0 Aims To Design Next Wave of Global Chip Innovations With Indigenous Leadership
Ashwini Vaishnaw, the Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, announced a significant milestone in India’s semiconductor ambitions with the unveiling of Qualcomm’s 2-nanometre chip, demonstrated during an event in Bangalore on 7 February.He framed this development as a decisive shift in India’s role from a back-office location to a comprehensive hub capable of end-to-end
No Binding USD 500bn US Purchase In India Trade Pact – Intent Only Says Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has clarified the $500 billion figure in the India-US interim trade agreement, emphasising that India does not face any binding obligation to purchase that amount from the United States.Speaking to ANI on 8 February 2026, Goyal stated that the agreement reflects India’s intent to procure products based on its expanding commercial needs, rather
Commerce Minister Goyal Stresses Buyer Autonomy On Russian Oil Amid India-US Trade Framework
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has clarified that India’s decisions on Russian oil imports are made independently by domestic buyers and are not influenced by the recent India-US interim trade agreement.Speaking to ANI in New Delhi on 8 February 2026, he emphasised that such choices align with the country’s strategic interest in diversifying energy sources, including crude oil,
Commerce Minister Goyal Forecasts $80-100 Billion Aviation Boom Amid India-US Trade Pact Advances
India’s Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has projected a substantial demand for civil aviation products, estimating needs between $80 billion and $100 billion. Speaking on the newly concluded India-US interim trade agreement, he highlighted the country’s burgeoning aviation sector as a key driver.This demand encompasses aircraft, engines, and spare parts, building on existing
Commerce Minister Goyal Lauds US Envoy Gor’s Key Role In India-US Trade Pact Breakthrough
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has praised the newly appointed US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, for his pivotal role in securing the framework of the India-US interim trade agreement.In an interview with ANI on 8 February 2026, Goyal described Gor as a "dear friend" and a steadfast well-wisher of the bilateral relationship, crediting him with facilitating the finalisation
India Launches Amaravati Quantum Valley As Cornerstone of National Quantum Mission, Aiming For 1,000-Qubit Computers And 2,000 Km Quantum Network
Dr Jitendra Singh announced that India’s National Quantum Mission, with an allocation of about ₹6,000 crore, marks a pivotal step in positioning Amaravati as a strategic springboard for the country’s quantum ambitions.He described the foundation stone ceremony for the Amaravati Quantum Valley as more than the inauguration of a building; it symbolises the laying of the groundwork for India’s
India And Canada Agree To Set Up Security And Law-Enforcement Liaison Officers During Doval’s Ottawa Visit
India and Canada have agreed to establish security and law-enforcement liaison officers as part of ongoing bilateral efforts to enhance cooperation in national security and crime prevention.The agreement was reached during National Security Advisor Ajit Doval’s two-day visit to Ottawa, where he met with Nathalie Drouin, Deputy Clerk and National Security and Intelligence Advisor to the Prime