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Kaja Kallas, the European Union’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President, has arrived in New Delhi on her inaugural official visit to India.Touching down on Saturday, 24 January 2026, her trip underscores the intensifying diplomatic ties between the two sides.The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, extended a warm welcome via a
A major security and defence pact between India and the European Union has been finalised and stands ready for signing at the forthcoming India-EU Summit in New Delhi on 27 January 2026.This agreement, announced amid heightened global tensions, seeks to deepen military-industrial cooperation, enhance strategic partnerships, and unlock opportunities for arms trade alongside collaborative
TATA Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) has achieved a significant milestone with the successful live flight demonstration of its indigenous Advanced Loitering Munition System (ALS) in Europe, reported by a TASL social media handle.This VTOL-enabled platform underwent rigorous testing as part of international defence customer assessment programs, showcasing its mission-ready capabilities to global
Germany’s Ambassador to India, Dr Philipp Ackermann, has voiced cautious optimism about a potential breakthrough in the long-stalled EU-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) during the upcoming India-EU Summit in New Delhi.The summit follows the historic visit of the Presidents of the European Commission and the European Council as chief guests for India’s Republic Day on 26 January. This marks a
Presidents EU Bodies António Luís Santos da Costa and Ursula von der Leyen are visiting IndiaNorway’s Ambassador to India, May-Elin Stener, has voiced robust support for the forthcoming Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union, describing it as a landmark achievement.In an exclusive interview with NDTV’s Aditya Raj Kaul in New Delhi, Stener highlighted how this ‘mother of
Not long ago, the European Union appeared aligned with American President Donald Trump’s calls for sanctions against India over its purchases of discounted Russian oil.Leaked reports from mid-2025 revealed Trump pressuring European nations to impose U.S.-style tariffs and halt oil trade with New Delhi, accusing it of funding Russia’s war machine in Ukraine.Washington had already slapped 50 per
The EU-India Security and Defence Partnership stands finalised, poised for signing in New Delhi next week, heralding a new era of military industrial cooperation.Europe increasingly views India as a vital supplier of arms, particularly in ammunition and explosives, amid surging demand to replenish stockpiles, according to an analysis by Manu Pubby of ET News.This pact emerges against a backdrop
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar engaged with ambassadors from several European Union countries in New Delhi on Thursday, highlighting the critical role of stronger India-EU ties in mitigating global economic risks.The discussions underscored how enhanced bilateral relations could de-risk the world economy through cooperation on resilient supply chains, amid rising volatility in
India is emerging as an indispensable partner for the European Union, particularly as the bloc seeks to bolster its economic resilience amid global uncertainties.European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is set to visit New Delhi early next week, coinciding with Republic Day celebrations and the 16th India-EU Summit on 27 January. This high-level engagement underscores a pivotal reset in
India and the European Union have reached an agreement to formalise a new Security and Defence Partnership, as announced by Kaja Kallas, the EU’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy.This pact, covering key areas such as maritime security, cybersecurity, and counterterrorism, is set to be signed next week during a high-profile visit by European leaders to India.The signing