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India’s decision to jointly manufacture HAMMER precision-guided air‑to‑ground weapons with France is both a hard power upgrade and a strategic validation of New Delhi’s defence industrial turn under ‘Make in …

The Indo-Pacific is entering a volatile new phase—and Washington’s allies are bracing for impact. As the White House reassesses long-standing security commitments, it has collided with a region where China’s …

India’s aviation sector is undergoing a remarkable transformation, emerging as a key engine of national development and economic growth. What was once a network centered around a few major metros …

The recent developments in the India-US trade deal signal encouraging progress and a likely breakthrough by the end of 2025, after months of stalled negotiations and trade frictions. The talks …

Bihar has delivered a resounding mandate to the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA), signalling not just continuity but a deeper consolidation of support for the coalition led by the Bharatiya …

The Delhi blasts took place on the evening of November 10, 2025, near the Red Fort Metro Station in Delhi. A high-intensity explosion occurred inside a slow-moving Hyundai i20 car …

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to Bhutan on November 11–12 is poised to be a landmark moment in the bilateral relationship, underscoring the deepening ties between India and Bhutan. …

Vande Mataram, one of India’s most potent symbols of unity and patriotism, marks its 150th anniversary this year with a nationwide celebration that reflects both its rich history and enduring …

The recent bilateral developments between India and Romania highlight a significant push towards expanding trade and investment cooperation, alongside a shared determination to conclude the longstanding India-European Union (EU) Free …

The third round of India-Belgium Foreign Office Consultations was held on November 4, 2025, in Brussels, marking a significant step in the ongoing deepening of bilateral ties between the two …

India’s new ₹1 trillion Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) Fund marks a historic shift in national policy and could transform the country into a global technology leader by 2047. By …

A quiet but consequential water dispute is taking shape in South Asia, centered around the Kunar River — a life-giving yet geopolitically charged waterway that links Afghanistan and Pakistan. Recent …

India and the United States have signed a landmark 10-year Defence Framework Agreement, marking a new era in bilateral military cooperation and strategic convergence. This pact is widely regarded as …

India’s electronics export sector is undergoing a historic transformation, rapidly ascending the ranks to become the country’s second-largest export category—potentially overtaking petroleum products for the first time in decades. This …

India’s engagement with ASEAN in 2025, underscored by Prime Minister Modi’s address at the 47th ASEAN Summit, marks a decisive step toward deeper regional cooperation based on shared history, cultural …

India’s export landscape is experiencing a defining transformation. Between April and August 2025, exports grew 5.19% year-on-year, reaching USD 346.1 billion, compared to USD 329.03 billion during the same period …

Google’s $15 billion investment to build an AI hub and hyperscale data center in Visakhapatnam (Vizag), Andhra Pradesh, is a landmark move that will fundamentally reshape India’s digital ecosystem. This …

On 10 October, explosions occurred in Kabul and Afghanistan’s southeastern Paktika province. The Taliban government accused Pakistan of violating Afghan sovereign territory and national airspace. The Taliban Ministry of Defence …

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s recent visit to India marks a turning point in the trajectory of India-UK relations, reinforcing the strategic and economic partnership between the two countries. This …

India’s achievement in developing its own indigenous 4G technology stack, known as the “Made-in-India 4G stack” or “Bharat Telecom Stack,” marks a monumental technological milestone and positions the country among …

India and Australia have significantly deepened their maritime security ties with the signing of a new mutual maritime security framework during Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s visit to Australia on October …