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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar concluded his visit to the United Kingdom, marking a significant milestone in the strengthening of India-UK relations.During his visit, Jaishankar met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Foreign Secretary David Lammy, among other dignitaries, to discuss a range of topics including bilateral economic cooperation, people-to-people exchanges, and
The sixth edition of the India-Japan joint military exercise, Dharma Guardian, concluded successfully on March 9, 2025, at the East Fuji Training Area in Japan. This exercise marked a significant milestone in bilateral defence cooperation, with troops participating at a company-strength level for the first time, enhancing the scale and complexity of the drills.The exercise focused primarily on
India is reportedly engaging in discussions with four major countries—United States, France, Russia, and the United Kingdom—to initiate an advanced jet-engine program domestically by the end of the year.This initiative involves significant investment, with estimates suggesting expenditures of ₹40,000 Crores to ₹50,000 Crores over the next decade or moreThis initiative reflects India’s strategic
In a significant milestone for India’s defence manufacturing sector, Alpha Tocol Engineering Services, a private Indian company, handed over the first rear fuselage for the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) TEJAS MK-1A to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in Bangalore.The ceremony was attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who described the event as a testament to India’s progress towards
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is undergoing significant modernisation efforts to enhance its capabilities, particularly in the development and acquisition of fifth-generation fighter jets. This modernization is crucial due to the ageing fleet and the need to counter emerging threats from neighbouring countries.The AMCA is India’s indigenous fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, currently in the
The Russian ambassador to India, Denis Alipov, has highlighted a very favourable deal for the Sukhoi Su-57E fighter jet, which he claims is the best combat aircraft currently flying. This offer includes not only the sale of the aircraft but also the possibility of joint production in India.Russia is willing to share technology and assist in setting up necessary industrial facilities for the
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has expressed optimism about the aerospace sector experiencing unprecedented growth in the future. This sentiment was echoed during the Aero India 2025 event, where Singh highlighted India’s transformation into a global leader in defence innovation and aerospace technology.The event served as a platform to showcase India’s industrial capabilities and technological
Indian Air Force (IAF) chiefs have recently expressed concerns over the rapid militarisation and modernisation efforts by Pakistan and China. Specifically, Pakistan’s plans to acquire 40 Chinese J-35A stealth fighter jets over the next two years have raised significant alarm within the Indian defence establishment.These advanced jets are expected to bolster Pakistan’s air combat capabilities,
India and France have finalized negotiations for the purchase of 26 Rafale fighter jets, valued at approximately USD 7.6 billion, to replace the ageing MiG-29K and MiG-29KUB aircraft currently operated by the Indian Navy. The Rafale-M, a carrier-based variant, will be deployed on the INS Vikrant and INS Vikramaditya aircraft carriers, enhancing the Navy’s operational capabilities, reported a
The United States has recently urged India to cease purchasing military equipment from Russia, emphasizing that this historical reliance on Russian arms needs to end. US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick made these remarks at the India Today Conclave, highlighting the importance of strengthening ties between New Delhi and Washington by shifting India’s defence purchases to American-made