Page 5 - External Affairs & Defence Security

China unveils first military 5G to connect 'world's largest' robot army

China is reportedly constructing the world's largest unmanned military force, featuring affordable yet powerful drones, robotic dogs, and other automated combat systems

China Russia moving forward hand-in-hand along the right path: Xi to Putin

Putin in his message said both countries have advanced the Russia-China comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for a new era to new heights

Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya on death sentence in Yemen: All we know

Nimisha Priya's death sentence was approved by the Yemeni President on December 30 and her execution is scheduled to take place within a month

Yunus pays tribute to Manmohan Singh at Indian High Commission in B'desh

Professor Yunus visited the Indian High Commission in Dhaka and placed a floral wreath at the portrait of late PM Manmohan Singh

Indian Army's assertive approach along LAC; focus on combat might in 2024

In 2023-2024, India's defence production went up to a record-high of Rs 1,26,887 crore, reflecting a growth of 16.7 per cent over the previous financial year

South Africa-India in 2024: 30th anniversary of resumed diplomatic ties

At the launch of the India-SA Chamber of Commerce (ISACC), South Africa's Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau said his country is committed to strengthening trade and investment

Quad members renew pledge towards working for free, stable Indo-Pacific

The foreign ministers said the Quad will work together in responding to the future needs of the Indo-Pacific, an assertion that came against the backdrop of China's increasing muscle-flexing in region

Indian govt closely monitoring backlash against H-1B visa holders in US

External affairs, commerce, and IT ministries have initiated measures to ensure the safety of Indian H-1B visa holders in the United States

Govt providing help after Kerala nurse sentenced to death in Yemen: MEA

Nimisha Priya, who is sentenced to death in Yemen, is a trained nurse and has worked in private hospitals in Yemen for a few years

Ex-Maldives Prez dismisses report of India's hand in 'plot' against Muizzu

The former Maldives president stated he was unaware of any 'serious plot' against President Muizzu and added that India would never support such a move

BSF recovers 3 Pakistani drones from border areas in Punjab's Amritsar

The drones were recovered from Rajatal village in Amritsar, Punjab, and were effectively neutralised using advanced technical countermeasures

Manmohan Singh served with humility & integrity: Singapore foreign minister

Manmohan Singh strengthened India-Singapore ties, Dr Balakrishnan wrote in a condolence book at the Indian High Commission in Singapore

MoD signs Rs 2,867 cr deals for AIP, torpedoes for Indian Navy submarines

The contracts were signed in the presence of Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh in New Delhi, informed the MoD in an official release

India's defence exports crossed record Rs 21,000 cr over decade: Rajnath

Addressing officers at the Army War College (AWC) in more than two-centuries-old Mhow Cantonment, Singh said a target has been set to achieve defence exports of Rs 50,000 crore by 2029

Govt signs Rs 1,990 crore defence deal with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders

The ministry also signed a Rs 870 crore ($102 million) contract with France's Naval Group for integration of torpedoes on Indian navy submarines

Stop employing women or face closure: Taliban's diktat to all Afghan NGOs

In a letter published on X Sunday night, the Economy Ministry warned that failure to comply with the latest order would lead to NGOs losing their license to operate in Afghanistan

GCC region 2024: India deepens ties with first PM visit to Kuwait in 40 yrs

As 2024 unfolded, a renewed focus on strategic partnerships in the region took centre stage, with Abu Dhabi serving as the pivotal gateway to this robust alliance

Rajnath calls 'unconventional methods' of warfare as new challenges in Mhow

Rajnath Singh made the address while making the first visit by a Defence Minister to the Army War College, Mhow in last 24 years

Nepal 2024: Shifting coalitions; new PM balances ties with India, China

K P Sharma Oli became prime minister for the fourth time to lead a new coalition government that faces the daunting challenge of providing political stability

Indian Army in joint operation recovers arms and ammunition in Manipur

Based on specific intelligence inputs of the presence of arms and ammunition in the general area Ngariyan Hill, Imphal East district Indian Army and Manipur Police launched joint search operations