India Second-Largest Buyer of Russian Crude In October: Report

India emerged as the second-largest buyer of Russian crude oil in October, trailing only China, according to data compiled by the Helsinki-based Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA).Indian refiners imported Russian crude worth 2.5 billion dollars during the month, as Beijing maintained a clear lead with purchases valued at 3.7 billion dollars. The figures highlight India’s continued

November 15, 2025
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Indian Intelligence Agencies Tracks Pakistan’s Secret Drone Technology Transfer With European Firm

Indian intelligence agencies are closely monitoring a reported Transfer of Technology (ToT) deal between Pakistan and a Europe-based military drone manufacturer.The agreement, sources indicate, involves Heavy Industries Taxila (HIT), Pakistan’s primary state-owned defence production entity.A senior official familiar with the development stated that Pakistan is attempting to keep the deal discreet

November 14, 2025
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Rich Dialogue Between EAM Jaishankar And EU VP Kallas Highlights Growing India-EU Partnership Ahead of 2026 Summit

The Ambassador of the Delegation of the European Union to India, Herve Delphin, emphasised the substantive and "rich" exchange between European Commission Vice-President Kaja Kallas and Indian External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar during the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (FMM) held in Niagara, Canada.Their discussions, positioned as a key precursor to the upcoming EU-India Summit scheduled

November 14, 2025
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Jaishankar Strengthens India-EU Strategic Partnership: Meets European Commission VP Kaja Kallas, Discusses Deepening Strategic Partnership At G7 Meet

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with European Commission Vice President Kaja Kallas in Niagara, Canada, to advance the India-EU Strategic Partnership during the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting.Jaishankar emphasised the importance of enhancing strategic ties and exchanged perspectives with Kallas on the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (FMM) agenda. The dialogue highlighted shared ambitions

November 13, 2025
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EU, France, And Egypt Express Solidarity With India After Delhi Red Fort Blast

The international community has expressed condolences and solidarity with India following the tragic car blast near Delhi’s historic Red Fort on Monday evening, which claimed at least eight lives and left several others injured.The European Union’s Ambassador to India, Herve Delphin, led the expressions of support, stating that the EU stood firm with the people of India during this moment of

November 11, 2025
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France Scores Again As Fourth European Nation Dumps F-35 For French Jets In Another Shock Turnaround

A dramatic realignment in Europe’s fighter procurement is unfolding, with France’s Rafale on track to eclipse the F-35 Lightning II in a pivotal Portuguese tender. This is the fourth major instance where European states reconsider reliance on American hardware amid strategic doubts and a drive for greater autonomy.The latest developments centre on Portugal, which initially showed interest in

November 11, 2025
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India to Procure 80 Medium Transport Aircraft To Strengthen Airlift Fleet

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is preparing to initiate the long-awaited procurement of up to 80 medium transport aircraft (MTA) for the Indian Air Force (IAF). This multi-billion-dollar contract, one of the largest global tenders in the transport aircraft segment, aims to significantly enhance India’s strategic and tactical airlift capabilities over the next decade.The new fleet will replace the

November 10, 2025
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Europe’s Missile Renaissance: Ambitions And Realities In The Face of Russia’s Nuclear Might

French M51 submarine-launched ballistic missile undergoing qualification testEurope is experiencing a significant military build-up, with renewed focus on missile capabilities amid heightened tensions with Russia. Key European nations have activated a “missile renaissance,” spearheaded by France’s potent nuclear arsenal including the M51 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) and the ASMP-A

November 10, 2025
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