India-Germany Defence Ties Restart, Focus on Indian Needs
India has restarted defence cooperation with Germany, with the partnership's success depending on how well Germany meets India's specific defence requirements and strategic needs.
India has restarted defence cooperation with Germany, with the partnership's success depending on how well Germany meets India's specific defence requirements and strategic needs.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar spoke with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, reviewing bilateral cooperation in trade, defence, energy and more. Both sides agreed to remain in contact.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to India marks a pivotal moment in bilateral relations, focusing on trade, security, and a new 'Indo-Europe' framework to counter global uncertainties.
India asserts its defence decisions are based on national interest, not external pressure, as Germany pushes for reduced reliance on Russian equipment amid Ukraine conflict.
Punjab govt's Defence Skills Conclave aims to build talent for defence & aerospace sectors, leveraging state's military legacy to achieve self-reliance. Read more.
Geopolitical tensions from Ukraine to Venezuela are pushing nations to hike defence budgets. Experts predict India will follow suit in Budget 2026, focusing on self-reliance and tech-driven warfare. Read more.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announces massive investment in UP's defence corridor, boosting local manufacturing of arms, ammo & aircraft equipment. Read the full report.
Hyderabad's Indrajaal lands major defence contracts worth ₹100 crore to deploy its AI-powered anti-drone systems for protecting Army and Navy installations. A leap for indigenous defence tech.
India's new Army Chief, General Upendra Dwivedi, embarks on his first overseas visit to Sri Lanka, discussing enhanced defence cooperation and reviewing a Guard of Honour in Colombo.
Hyderabad's Indrajaal wins Rs 100 crore defence contracts to deploy its AI-powered anti-drone systems for the Indian Army and Navy, boosting national security with indigenous innovation. Read more.
Indian defence-tech startups are shifting from hardware to full-stack software solutions, driven by VC funding and policy changes. Over a third of new startups focus on drones, but software is key to long-term contracts.
Bharat Dynamics Ltd (BDL), a subsidiary of Bharat Electronics, signs a major ₹1,500 crore contract with the Indian Ministry of Defence. Details on the deal and market reaction inside.
The Indian Army has reached a 90% indigenisation rate for its ammunition, a major step towards a fully homegrown defence supply chain. Discover the strategic impact.
2025 marks a historic high in UK-India defence ties, with advanced fighter jet engine tech transfer and major joint exercises. Explore the strategic partnership shaping Indo-Pacific security.
India's Defence Ministry clears procurement of long-range rockets, missiles & radar systems worth Rs 79,000 crore to boost armed forces' firepower. Read the full details.
Adani Group announces a massive Rs 1.8 lakh crore investment to strengthen India's indigenous defence capabilities. Learn how this move accelerates self-reliance in military hardware.
Paras Defence shares surged 4% after announcing the divestment of its 58.02% stake in Ayatti Innovative. The move follows strong Q2 results with a 50% profit jump. Details inside.
2025 marked a transformative year for India's defence sector with record production, exports, and breakthroughs in hypersonics, AI, and space. Discover the key reforms and future roadmap.
A US House committee report reveals American universities' research ties with Chinese defence entities, raising national security alarms. Read the full investigation.
Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh's Egypt visit aims to deepen strategic & defence cooperation, including joint exercises and training. Read more.
India finalises major defence deals worth over $450 million to supply BrahMos missiles to Vietnam and Indonesia, strengthening strategic ties in Southeast Asia amid regional tensions.
President Trump signs the 2021 NDAA into law, mandating deeper US strategic engagement with India, including through the Quad. A major boost for Indo-Pacific security.
India's defence production hits a record Rs 1.54 lakh crore in FY25, a three-fold jump from 2014-15. Exports surge to Rs 23,622 crore. Discover how Atmanirbharta is reshaping national security.
EAM S. Jaishankar met UAE VP Sheikh Mansour & Mubadala CEO Khaldoon Al Mubarak, discussing enhanced economic, defence cooperation and global geo-economics. Read the full analysis.
Amid U.S. tensions, Putin vows to expand defence cooperation with India. New Delhi plans more S-400 regiments and evaluates the S-500 Prometheus system. Read how India balances its strategic autonomy.
India and Russia are transforming their long-standing defence partnership, shifting focus to joint research, development, and production of advanced platforms to support New Delhi's self-reliance goals. Read the full analysis.
Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov held talks with Indian MoS Sanjay Seth in New Delhi, discussing bilateral defence cooperation and regional security. Read the full details.
Moscow ratifies a crucial military logistics agreement ahead of President Putin's New Delhi visit, strengthening India-Russia defence ties. Details inside.
Defence Secretary Aramane Giridhar emphasizes that production orders, not just government funding, are crucial for defence startups to scale. Learn about India's growing defence ecosystem.
Lt Gen Vinod G Khandare emphasizes that indigenisation is key to India's defence. While 100% self-reliance is a myth, building affordable, cutting-edge tech for asymmetrical warfare is crucial for future conflicts. Read more.