India-Russia Summit: Trade to Hit $100B, New Deals Signed
India and Russia deepen strategic ties, signing agreements in trade, energy, and tech, aiming for $100 billion trade by 2030. Can this offset US tariff pressures?
India and Russia deepen strategic ties, signing agreements in trade, energy, and tech, aiming for $100 billion trade by 2030. Can this offset US tariff pressures?
India and Russia agree to boost joint manufacturing of spare parts for Russian-origin defence equipment under Make-in-India. The pact involves tech transfer and JVs for Indian Armed Forces and exports.
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.
Air India partners with Maldivian to offer seamless travel to 16 remote Maldivian islands via Dharamshala and Bengaluru hubs. Explore new horizons with enhanced interline connectivity.
Air India and Maldivian sign interline pact to boost travel to 16 remote Maldives islands via Velana International Airport. A win for tourism and connectivity.
India and Russia agree to enhance defence cooperation, focusing on S-400 systems, BrahMos missiles, and Sukhoi upgrades. Read the full details of the strategic pact.
The 7th All India Defence Accounts Chess Tournament concluded in Chandigarh with the Jammu team emerging victorious. Read about the winners and spirited performances.
A former DRDO scientist reveals why India cannot acquire Russia's S-500 missile system yet, a key deal unlikely during the Modi-Putin summit. 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.
India is set for major defence talks with Russia, aiming to expand S-400 capabilities and explore the next-gen S-500 Prometheus missile system. Details on the upcoming Putin-Modi meeting.
As President Putin visits India, New Delhi sets sights on Russia's advanced S-500 Prometheus air defence system. Learn about its game-changing capabilities and the strategic talks on defence cooperation.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh meets Russian counterpart on Dec 4. Talks aim to boost defence ties & ensure timely military hardware supply. Key strategic dialogue for India.
As Putin visits India, the world watches how New Delhi will balance discounted Russian oil, defence needs, and US pressure. Will India secure its autonomy or face new sanctions?
JSW Defence invests $90M in a Hyderabad plant to produce Shield AI's V-BAT drones for Indian forces. The facility, set for 2026, aims to build 300 drones yearly and boost defence self-reliance. Read more.
The 14th India-Maldives EKUVERIN joint military exercise commenced in Thiruvananthapuram on Dec 2. Aimed at boosting counter-terrorism skills, it runs until Dec 15. Read more.
India's DRDO conducts a crucial rocket-sled test for its fighter aircraft escape system, joining an elite group of nations. Read about this milestone in indigenous defence tech.
SIPRI reports global arms revenue hit a record $679B in 2024. India's HAL, BEL, MDL grew 8.2% to $7.5B, while Chinese firms declined. Explore the shifting dynamics.
Russia's parliament ratifies the RELOS military logistics pact with India, a strategic boost for bilateral defence ties ahead of President Vladimir Putin's upcoming visit.
Rakul Preet Singh gives fans a glimpse of her tropical vacation in the Maldives with husband Jackky Bhagnani. See the stunning photos and her 'pure joy' caption.
A defence stock under Rs 300 surges after receiving a crucial 15-year license from the government. Discover the full details and market impact here.
Dassault Aviation shares gained amid talks of a potential defence deal with Ukraine. The stock rose 1.5% despite recent underperformance. Read the full analysis.
Israeli security expert Danny Citrinowicz highlights deep India-Israel defence ties, lessons from multi-front conflicts, and tech collaboration to counter China-Pakistan threats. Read more.
Apollo Micro Systems shares surged after receiving a 15-year explosives license from DPIIT, enabling production of drones, navigation systems & radars for MoD contracts. Read the full analysis.
Global arms revenues hit a record $679 billion in 2024. While India's top firms saw steady growth, China's revenues dropped sharply due to corruption scandals and delays. Explore the shifting balance of power in Asia's defence industry.
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.
Russian President Vladimir Putin visits India Dec 4-5 for annual summit with PM Modi. Key agenda: S-400 missile systems, oil discounts & strategic partnership. Read details.
Military leaders and industry experts unite in Chandigarh to develop regional strategy for defence manufacturing. Key focus on MSME sector and technology transfer.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh delivers strong warning at Chanakya Defence Dialogue 2025. India remains peaceful but powerful, ready to defend sovereignty against all threats.
CDS General Anil Chauhan warns of global instability era with faster weapons, robotics. India must focus on credible preparedness, technological dominance to secure national interests.