India, EU Discuss Bilateral Ties, Parliamentary Exchanges

India and the European Union (EU) are actively engaging in discussions to strengthen their bilateral ties, focusing on parliamentary exchanges and addressing global issues. On March 18, 2025, Tanmaya Lal, Secretary (West) of India’s Ministry of External Affairs, met with Angelika Niebler, Chair of the European Parliament’s Delegation for Relations with India.This meeting was part of ongoing

March 18, 2025
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Priorities For Trump On Tariffs Have Been Canada, Mexico, China, EU To Some Extent: ORF America Executive Director Dhruva Jaishankar

Dhruva Jaishankar, Executive Director of the Observer Research Foundation (ORF), recently outlined the tariff priorities of U.S.President Donald Trump, reiterating that they primarily focus on Canada, Mexico, China, and to a lesser extent, the European Union.In a statement made on March 18, 2025, Jaishankar noted that while India has managed to remain somewhat exempt from these tariffs, it could

March 18, 2025
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India’s Defence Exports To EU Set To Rise

India’s defence exports are poised to experience significant growth as European nations increase their defence spending to reduce reliance on the United States for security.A recent report by Nuvama highlights that Europe’s limited manufacturing capacity and workforce shortages are creating opportunities for Indian defence manufacturers.The Pentagon’s proposed $50 billion annual budget cuts have

March 16, 2025
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Portugal Snubs F-35 Jets Over US Policy Concerns, Eyes French Rafales

Defence Minister Nuno Melo’s candid interview with Público on March 13, 2025, revealed that Portugal will not be pursuing the acquisition of the F-35 fifth-generation jet, primarily due to concerns about the United States’ reliability under Donald Trump’s presidency.This decision highlights the growing unease among some NATO allies regarding the predictability of U.S. foreign policy and its

March 16, 2025
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340 European Cities Restrict Usage of Cars

Cities in Europe “are dramatically scaling back their relationship with the car,” reports the Washington Post:

They are removing parking spaces and creating dedicated bike lanes. They are installing cameras at the perimeter of urban centers and eithe…

March 16, 2025
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India’s Defence Sector Poised For Significant Growth Amid Global Shifts: Report

India’s defence sector is poised for significant growth amid global shifts, as highlighted in a report by Nuvama. The sector is expected to experience substantial expansion driven by both domestic and international factors.Defence exports are projected to reach ₹203 billion in FY25, with a government target of ₹500 billion by FY29, marking a significant increase in India’s role in the global

March 15, 2025
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EU Announces Countermeasures In Response To U.S. Tariffs On Steel, Aluminium Products

The European Union has announced a series of countermeasures in response to the United States’ imposition of tariffs on steel and aluminium imports. The U.S. tariffs, which took effect on March 12, 2025, include a 25% duty on all steel and aluminium imports, impacting approximately $28 billion worth of EU exports.In response, the EU will impose its own tariffs on a range of U.S. goods valued at

March 12, 2025
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IAF Aiming To Induct New Multirole Fighter Jets In 4-5 Years, U.S. F-15 Strike Eagle May Be New Entrant In Global Tender

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is planning to induct new multi-role fighter jets within the next four to five years through a fast-tracked global tender.The move is crucial as the IAF faces a decline in its fleet due to the phasing out of older MiG series aircraft and delays in the induction of indigenous aircraft like the TEJAS MK-1 and MK-1A. A high-level committee, headed by Defence Secretary

March 12, 2025
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