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India and the European Union have formalised a landmark Security and Defence Partnership, marking a pivotal moment in bilateral relations amid a volatile global security landscape.The agreement was inked in New Delhi on 27 January 2026, following delegation-level talks between EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas and Indian Defence Minister Rajnath
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has sharply criticised Europe for indirectly financing Russia’s war efforts in Ukraine through its purchases of refined oil products from India.His remarks come ahead of a high-level summit where India and the European Union are expected to formally announce the conclusion of negotiations on a comprehensive free trade agreement.Speaking on ABC News on 25
India and the European Union have taken a pivotal step towards enhanced bilateral ties with the signing of a landmark Security and Defence Partnership. This agreement, inked during high-level meetings in New Delhi on 27 January 2026, underscores a deepening commitment to collaborative security efforts amid a volatile global landscape.Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hosted a key delegation from the
India and the European Union stand on the cusp of a historic free-trade agreement, with talks set to conclude at the 16th India-EU Summit on 27 January 2026.Prime Minister Narendra Modi is hosting European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa in New Delhi, following their roles as chief guests at India’s 77th Republic Day parade on 26 January.&
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed profound gratitude to President Droupadi Murmu for hosting her as the chief guest at India’s 77th Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi on 26 January 2026.In a heartfelt post on X, von der Leyen highlighted the ideological alignment between Europe and India as the world’s largest democracies, united in their resolve to forge a new
India is poised to significantly reduce tariffs on cars imported from the European Union, slashing them from as high as 110 per cent to 40 per cent, according to sources familiar with the ongoing free trade negotiations.This move represents the most substantial opening of India’s vast automotive market to date, as New Delhi and Brussels edge closer to sealing a landmark pact potentially as early
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen hailed a "successful India" as a cornerstone of global stability, prosperity, and security during her attendance at India’s 77th Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi.As chief guest alongside European Council President Antonio Costa, von der Leyen described the honour as "of a lifetime." Her presence underscored the deepening India-EU strategic
The European Union and India stand poised to formalise a landmark security and defence partnership, as revealed in a draft document obtained by Reuters. This agreement, scheduled for signing on Tuesday, 27 January 2026, during high-level summits in New Delhi, marks a pivotal shift in bilateral ties.It emerges against a backdrop of Europe’s strategic pivot to lessen reliance on the United States
European Union Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic has described the prospective free trade agreement (FTA) with India as the "mother of all deals." Speaking ahead of a high-level EU-India summit, he revealed that negotiations are "very close" to fruition.This landmark pact promises to unlock India’s vast market for European companies, marking a pivotal shift in global trade dynamics.Sefcovic
The event showcased India’s cultural diversity, development achievements, and military prowess, including newly raised units and mock-ups of weapon systems from Operation Sindoor.President Droupadi Murmu led the proceedings, attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with European leaders Antonio Costa and Ursula von der Leyen as chief guests.Centred on the 150th anniversary of "Vande Mataram,"