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Rolls-Royce offers India a cleaner-sheet sixth-generation turbofan design with
adaptive cycle technology and full intellectual property transfer, while
Safran proposes an upgraded M88 derivative with proven service but limited
future scalability.
For the Indian Air Force’s Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft, Rolls-Royce’s
proposal appears more future-proof, though Safran’s offer
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s meeting with Indian National Security Adviser Ajit Doval in New Delhi underscored the urgency of respecting each other’s core interests and advancing leader-level consensus.Both sides agreed that India and China are partners, not rivals, and should accelerate cooperation to stabilise ties and contribute to the modernisation of the Global South.Wang Yi emphasised
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar visited the Mongol Refinery Project in Dornogobi aimag on 23 June 2026, reviewing its progress alongside Mongolian leaders.The refinery, funded by India’s USD 1.7 billion Line of Credit, has reached major milestones including the arrival of its 58.4-metre distillation tower and near-completion of a 520 km crude oil pipeline.Jaishankar toured the construction
Japan’s Proterial, a global leader in advanced materials, is set to establish a rare earth permanent magnet manufacturing facility in Andhra Pradesh. The investment, valued at ₹2,250 crore, represents a significant milestone in India’s efforts to build a local rare earth value chain and reduce dependence on Chinese sources.The facility will be located at Achutapuram in Anakapalli district. It is
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is expected to make her first official visit to India from 1–3 July 2026, with the summit now most likely to be held in New Delhi due to logistical constraints, despite earlier discussions about Guwahati.The visit will feature high-level talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accompanied by a large Japanese business delegation, and will focus on
NSA Ajit Doval with his counterparts from BRICS countriesIndia has formally welcomed the US‑Iran peace deal, with NSA Ajit Doval emphasising that the agreement brings “cautious optimism” for energy security, trade stability, and freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.His remarks at the BRICS National Security Advisers’ Meeting underline India’s strategic interest in uninterrupted
India and China have taken another step towards stabilising their strained relationship, with National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi meeting in New Delhi on 22 June 2026 on the sidelines of the BRICS National Security Advisers’ Meeting.Both sides noted progress towards gradual normalisation, emphasising the importance of structured dialogue and constructive
The expiry of the original Performance-Based Logistics agreement for the Indian Air Force’s Rafale fleet has prompted the Ministry of Defence to put in place a bridge arrangement with Safran, while deeper negotiations for a long-term framework continue.This interim measure ensures that maintenance and overhaul support for the M88 engines continues without disruption while a larger, long-term
Ajit Doval and Wang Yi held a significant diplomatic meeting in New Delhi on 22 June 2026, on the sidelines of the BRICS National Security Advisers’ gathering. The talks were described by the Ministry of External Affairs as constructive and forward-looking, signalling a renewed effort to stabilise and normalise relations between India and China.The two sides reviewed recent developments in their
Russian Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu arrived in India on Tuesday to take part in the 16th BRICS National Security Advisers’ Meeting. His arrival was confirmed by the Russian Embassy in India through a post on X, highlighting his participation in this high-level multilateral engagement.The meeting is being hosted by India and is chaired by National Security Adviser Ajit Doval. Today