Defence Strategy

EAM Jaishankar Hails India-EU FTA As A game Changer, Foresees Wide Potential In Defence, Security, Tech And Talent Flows

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has hailed the recently finalised India-EU Free Trade Agreement as a game changer for the bilateral relationship and emphasised the broader opportunities it unlocks across security, defence, climate, technology and talent movements.Speaking at the inaugural India-EU Forum, organised by the Ananta Centre in partnership with the Ministry of External Affairs,

February 6, 2026
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DRDO And US Forge Ahead In Defence Tech Collaboration At 24th Joint Meeting

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) hosted the 24th Indo-US Joint Technical Group (JTG) Plenary Meeting in New Delhi on 3-4 February 2026. This key event sought to bolster bilateral cooperation in defence science and technology.The meeting was co-chaired by DRDO Director General (Production Coordination & Services Interaction) Dr Chandrika Kaushik and US Assistant

February 6, 2026
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Technocrat At The Helm: Why India Should Consider A Younger, Tech-Led Defence Minister

India currently does not have a publicly verifiable, single definitive answer to whether India “needs” a new Defence Minister; however, the question raises valid debates about leadership profiles and defence governance.The case for change rests on leadership fit. A minister who combines political oversight with deep understanding of defence technology and industrial ecosystems could enhance

February 6, 2026
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Record ₹7.85 Lakh Crore Defence Outlay Signals Self-Reliant Military Modernisation Post-Operation Sindoor

Rajnath Singh, the Raksha Mantri, has praised the Union Budget for FY 2026-27 as a robust endorsement of India’s defence priorities. He expressed profound gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the unprecedented allocation of ₹7.85 lakh crore to the defence sector.This figure marks a substantial 15% rise from the previous year’s estimates, underscoring the government’s unwavering

February 2, 2026
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Post-Sindoor Surge: India’s Defence Budget Soars 15% To ₹7.85 Lakh Crore, Fuelling Modernisation Drive

The Union Budget 2026 allocates ₹7.85 lakh crore to defence, a sharp 15 per cent increase from last year’s ₹6.81 lakh crore. This hike reflects heightened focus on military modernisation following Operation Sindoor.Official figures show the 2026–27 outlay at ₹7,84,678 crore, up from ₹6,81,210 crore. Capital expenditure stands at ₹2,19,306 crore, while revenue spending reaches ₹5,53,668 crore,

February 2, 2026
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Budget 2026 Bolsters IAF With ₹63,733 Crore For Fighters And Engines Amid Regional Threats

The Indian government has significantly ramped up defence spending in Budget 2026, allocating a total of ₹7.85 lakh crore to the Defence Ministry for FY26-27, marking a robust 15 per cent increase over the previous year.This enhanced outlay underscores New Delhi’s commitment to bolstering military capabilities amid escalating tensions with Pakistan and China along the borders.A key highlight is

February 2, 2026
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Budget 2026: Clearing Tax Hurdles For Aerospace And Defence Ambitions

As India gears up for Budget 2026, the aerospace and defence sector eagerly anticipates substantial financial boosts and tax reforms to fuel its expansion.Industry leaders emphasise that a stable, forward-looking tax regime could slash costs, streamline technology transfers, bolster home-grown defence strengths, and sharpen India’s edge in the global aviation market.At the heart of these

January 30, 2026
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Elbit Systems’ PULS Makes Its Debut At India’s Republic Day

Suryastra Universal Rocket Launcher SystemFrom a high-visibility parade to long-term capability, Elbit is moving toward a scalable, locally produced long-range fires programAt India’s annual Republic Day Army parade in New Delhi, one of the most closely observed platforms on the ground was not an aircraft or an armoured vehicle, but a long-range rocket launcher mounted on a military truck.For the

January 30, 2026
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India’s Defence Stocks Are Back In Focus On EU Trade Pact

India and the European Union deepened their strategic ties with the signing of a landmark Security and Defence Partnership (SDP) on Tuesday, 27 January 2026. This agreement, announced by Kaja Kallas, Vice President of the European Commission, comes amid a high-level summit co-chaired by European Council President Antonio Luis Santos da Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der

January 30, 2026
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Scott Bessent Blasts EU: Says India Deal Betrays Ukraine People

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has sharply criticised Europe for finalising a landmark free trade agreement (FTA) with India, accusing Brussels of prioritising commercial gains over support for Ukraine amid its ongoing war with Russia.Speaking to CNBC on Wednesday, Bessent expressed profound disappointment in Europe’s stance. He argued that the continent’s leaders had placed trade interests

January 29, 2026
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