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President of EU Commission, Ursula von der Leyen welcomed by Union MoS Anupriya Patel European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has arrived in New Delhi, accompanied by the European Union College of Commissioners, marking a significant visit aimed at strengthening EU-India relations.This is her third visit to India, following previous trips in April 2022 and September 2023 for the
India and Japan have launched the sixth edition of their joint military exercise, Dharma Guardian 2025, at the East Fuji Training Area in Japan, commencing on February 24 and running until March 9, 2025. This year’s exercise is notable for its expanded scale, featuring company-strength contingents from both nations for the first time, which signifies a significant enhancement in their military
The recent development in India’s unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) sector involves the installation of indigenously developed engines on the TAPAS UAV prototypes. Specifically, two units of a 2.2L, 4-cylinder Inline Turbocharged CRDi engine have been fitted onto some TAPAS prototypes.These engines, developed by VRDE in partnership with JAYEM Automotives Ltd, provide a maximum power of 180 HP at an
GE Aerospace is actively pursuing expansion and strengthening partnerships in India, particularly highlighted during Aero India 2025. The company has a long-standing relationship with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), India’s premier aerospace and defence manufacturer, which began in 1985.Over the past 40 years, this partnership has grown significantly, with GE Aerospace providing the
There is no specific report or statement from an Israeli envoy about the F-35 securing air supremacy and offering a similar edge to India.However, the F-35 has been highlighted as a significant asset for countries like Israel, which has effectively utilized its stealth capabilities in various operations. The F-35’s advanced features, including stealth technology and networked combat capabilities,
On February 25, 2025, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan emphasized the critical importance of integrating India’s air and naval power to safeguard national interests and ensure deterrence in the region.Speaking at a seminar titled "Synergising Air and Naval Forces: Enhancing Combat Power in the Indian Ocean Region," General Chauhan highlighted India’s strategic location in the Indian
Two Iranian warships, IRIS Boushehr and IRIS Lavan, are currently on a goodwill and training visit to Mumbai, India, from February 25 to 28, 2025. This visit aims to enhance maritime cooperation and strengthen mutual friendship between the two nations. The flotilla is part of a training mission in the Indian Ocean and carries nearly 220 officer cadets.The ships were warmly welcomed by the Indian
France’s Naval Group has publicly criticised Germany’s ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) for transferring advanced submarine technology to countries like Turkey and South Korea, which Naval Group believes has inadvertently created new competitors in the global submarine export market. This criticism highlights a rift in Europe’s defence industry, where companies balance collaboration,
Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi recently visited the French Army’s 3rd Division at Fort Ganteaume in Marseille as part of his four-day official visit to France. The visit aimed to strengthen military collaboration between India and France, exploring new avenues of cooperation and enhancing strategic partnerships between the two nations’ armed forces.During his visit to Marseille,
India and Japan have commenced a significant two-week mega wargame, known as Exercise Dharma Guardian 2025, at a military base in the foothills of Mount Fuji.This exercise marks a major milestone in bilateral defence cooperation, with the participation of troops expanded to a company-strength level for the first time. The drills will focus on counter-terror operations in urban terrain and