Page 4 - External Affairs & Defence Security

Trump, Zelenskiy to clinch minerals deal during White House meeting

Trump has adopted a much less committed stance toward European security, a change in tone that has sent shockwaves across Europe and stoked fears in Kyiv and among its allies

Air Force chief pushes for developing indigenous defence manufacturing

Air Chief Marshal AP Singh said India needs to develop capability to produce at least 35-40 fighter aircraft every year to meet the requirements of replacing aging fleets

India in talks for 10 more Airbus C-295 aircraft in ageing fleet revamp

Going by the deal value of the 2021 purchase of 56 aircraft, an expanded order for 25 C-295s could be worth $1.1 billion

PM Modi, EC chief Von Der Leyen hold talks to bolster India-EU partnership

The EU is keen to expand its trade basket with India and both sides are of the view that the proposed free trade pact will significantly enhance the economic engagement

Now is not the time to limit India-EU cooperation, says Von Der Leyen

Her comments came amid increasing strain in ties between the European Union and the US over trade and tariff as well as on the Russia-Ukraine conflict

EAM S Jaishankar, Piyush Goyal attend 2nd India-EU trade, technology meet

In a Joint Press release in February 2023, India and the EU announced the establishment of the three Working Groups under the India-EU Trade and Technology Council and their Terms of Reference (TTC)

Assam Rifles, police recover arms, ammunition in Mizoram, 3 arrested

The apprehended individuals and recovered items have been handed over to Mizoram Police for further legal proceedings

India criticises secrecy over UNSC subsidiary body listing bids rejection

Highlighting specific areas with regard to working methods for Council that call for urgent reforms, Harish said there needs to be more transparency in the working of the subsidiary bodies of the UNSC

Private participation to help India turn leader in defence tech: DRDO chief

"With disruptive technologies coming in," startups and SMEs are needed to contribute to innovation in defence. They have more flexibility than large public companies," said Kamat

Implementing resolutions to end Ladakh conflict with India: China

India and China completed the disengagement process late last year after firming up a pact for withdrawal of troops from Depsang and Demchok

Ready to negotiate next phase of ceasefire in Gaza strip, says Hamas

It was the final such exchange the two sides agreed to as part of a truce that's set to end this weekend

European Commission Prez arrives in Delhi, says India is trusted friend

On her arrival, the President of the European Commission was accorded a warm and special welcome and was received by Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Anupriya S Patel

After firing on Army vehicle, anti-terrorist op continues in J&K's Rajouri

A fresh operation was also launched in Dayalachak near the International Border in the Hiranagar sector of Kathua district after intercepting a suspicious frequency wireless set

Probe begins into Rs 77 cr 'fraud' at tri-services club on Navy's complaint

Financial discrepancies at the 97-year-old tri-services establishment came to light during a routine audit a few months ago, a Defence PRO said

India slams Pakistan at UN, calls it 'failed state' that spreads 'lies'

Delivering India's powerful response, Tyagi said it is unfortunate that this Council's time continues to be wasted by a failed state, which thrives on instability and survives on international handout

EAM Jaishankar meets UN USG, reviews India's contribution to peacekeeping

The two leaders spoke about India's longstanding commitment to UN Peacekeeping and multilateralism

Aerospace revenue to double in five years: Godrej's Maneck Behramkamdin

Godrej Enterprises Group's aerospace division has evolved from making ISRO rocket components to becoming a key player in India's push for self-reliance in military aircraft engines

Iran accelerates production of near weapons-grade uranium, says IAEA

The report by the Vienna-based International Atomic Energy Agency said that as of Feb. 8, Iran has 274.8 kilograms of uranium enriched up to 60%. That's an increase of 92.5 kilograms since last report

DRDO successfully test fires first-of-its-kind naval anti-ship missile

The DRDO and the Navy carried out successful flight-trials of first-of-its-kind Naval Anti-Ship missile (NASM-SR) from Integrated Test Range (ITR)

India hosts first 'Global South' meet on women in UN peacekeeping

Deployed women comprise 0.8 per cent of India's troops for UN peacekeeping, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institution