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India is currently engaged in high-level negotiations with France over the procurement of 114 additional Rafale fighter jets for the Indian Air Force (IAF).These talks, expected to span the next two to three days, centre on establishing firm conditions for Dassault Aviation, the manufacturer. Key demands include transfer of technology (ToT) and the full integration of Indian weapons
India’s Ministry of External Affairs has revealed details of the inaugural telephone conversation between External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio, which occurred on 13 January 2026.The discussion encompassed a broad spectrum of bilateral matters, including trade, critical minerals, defence, civil nuclear cooperation, and energy. The two leaders also
Bharat Forge, a diversified Indian conglomerate, has secured drone supply contracts valued at approximately ₹300 crore through its aerospace division.The company announced this development on Friday, highlighting a significant boost to its role in India’s indigenous defence ecosystem.These contracts, awarded by the Indian Army and Navy, encompass a variety of unmanned systems tailored for
India is poised to liberalise its foreign direct investment (FDI) rules in the defence sector, a strategic shift aimed at attracting greater global participation in its domestic manufacturing ecosystem. According to two government sources familiar with the deliberations, the cap on FDI under the automatic route for defence firms holding existing licences will rise from 49% to 74%.This adjustment
The Defence Procurement Board (DPB) has approved a significant proposal to acquire 114 Rafale fighter jets from French aviation manufacturer Dassault Aviation, marking a major boost to India’s aerial defence capabilities.This decision, taken on Friday, underscores the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) push for rapid modernisation amid evolving regional security challenges.The proposal now advances to the
Dassault Aviation, the French manufacturer renowned for its advanced fighter jets, appears poised to ramp up production of Rafale aircraft at its forthcoming facility in Nagpur, India.Reports indicate the company could manufacture up to 24 jets annually once the plant reaches full capacity. This development forms part of a broader Indo-French collaboration aimed at bolstering India’s indigenous
Sergio Gor, the newly appointed United States Ambassador to India, has commenced his first official visit to Mumbai. On Friday, 16 January 2026, he visited the US Consulate in the city, marking a significant step in his diplomatic tenure.Sharing his enthusiasm on the social media platform X, Gor stated that he was excited to begin his Mumbai trip with this consulate visit, praising the team’s
The article "America Must Salvage Its Relationship With India" by Richard Fontaine and Lisa Curtis, published in Foreign Affairs on 16 January 2026, serves as a stark warning about the deteriorating US-India strategic partnership under Donald Trump’s second administration.It traces the historical evolution of bilateral ties from post-independence suspicion to a robust alliance forged over 25
India’s defence sector stands at a pivotal juncture as the nation eyes Budget 2026, with a clear mandate to accelerate Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives. Emulating the triumphant trajectory of the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) offers a compelling blueprint.Established starting with IIM Calcutta in 1961 through collaboration with MIT’s Sloan School, these institutions have ascended to global
India’s recent joint statement with Germany has spotlighted an Obstacle Avoidance System (OAS) for its helicopters, marking a pivotal moment in rotary aviation.Far from a mere footnote, this collaboration signals a profound shift towards self-reliance in equipping the nation’s rotary-wing fleet, as per a report Ashu Mann Associate Fellow at the Centre for Land Warfare Studies on Eurasia Review.It