External Affairs & Defence Security

Agnipath's revised six-year tenure has disrupted private security agencies' recruitment plans, forcing the industry to explore retraining existing guards as trained security professionals

The MEA said India is discussing shipping safety, grain and energy exports, and possible food corridors with Russia and Ukraine to safeguard the food security of the Global South

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and French counterpart Martin Briens reviewed bilateral ties and discussed regional and global issues during talks in Paris.

The November report says the self-reliance policy is clear but procurement remains bureaucratic, technology gaps persist

Modi speaks to Zelenskyy and Jaishankar holds talks with Lavrov ahead of Abu Dhabi negotiations; India seeks to protect grain shipments and food security in the Global South

Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that India remains ready to support efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict through dialogue and diplomacy.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visited Sherathang near Nathu La on Diwali, paid tribute to fallen soldiers and interacted with Army personnel deployed along the India-China border.

Singh underlined the importance of making the military increasingly technology-driven to effectively address future security challenges

The sports complex is located near the Delhi Race Club and Jaipur Polo Grounds, where the L&DO under the MoHUA has also taken steps to reclaim land

The revised Agnipath policy allows the 75% of Agniveers earlier set to exit after four years to serve for two additional years, with a chance of regular enrolment subject to selection.

Addressing a UN debate, Colonel Tarunendra Pratap Singh said peacekeepers face asymmetric threats and those attacking them must be held accountable

The indigenous quasi-ballistic missile demonstrated mid-air manoeuvres and precision-strike capabilities, bringing it closer to induction into the Indian armed forces

Rajesh Kumar Singh outlines four proposals to strengthen Indo-Pacific cooperation through ocean data sharing, maritime AI, pollution monitoring and academic research

The changes introduce an additional two-year engagement period for Agniveers, creating a pathway for all to join the regular cadre, subject to willingness, physical fitness and discipline

The Philippines is expected to buy about five BrahMos ‌systems, nearly 60 missiles in total, in a deal potentially worth $700 million to $800 million

Jaishankar, who arrived in St. John's on Tuesday, met President Ali on the sidelines of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting on Wednesday

The US has sanctioned Chandigarh-based businessman Suniel Kumar Sharma, his wife and several associated entities for allegedly helping Iran evade oil restrictions through fraudulent registrations

Jaishankar said Commonwealth partners need to make more efforts to enhance local distribution, adding that more connectivity corridors are good for business

Addressing the press, the CDS said Agniveers granted the extension would be considered for permanent positions in the armed forces based on an assessment of their performance

Rajnath Singh says defence self-reliance must go beyond manufacturing to technological sovereignty, with stronger indigenous research, intellectual property and partnerships