External Affairs & Defence Security News

No power can stop India from becoming top arms exporter in 30 yrs: Rajnath

After inaugurating an ammunition manufacturing unit at Shirdi, Singh said the target is to take the private sector role in defence production to 50 per cent

Updated On: 23 May 2026 | 6:53 PM IST

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in India to reset strained bilateral ties

Ways to bolster India-US ties in energy, trade, investment, critical technology and people-to-people exchanges are likely to dominate the talks between EAM Jaishankar and Rubio

Updated On: 23 May 2026 | 2:36 PM IST

Estonia to be India's gateway to northern Europe after EU FTA: Indian envoy

Noting that Estonia also offers e-residency, Sinha said many of the Indian businessmen and high-value industrialists have taken Estonia's e-residency

Updated On: 23 May 2026 | 2:09 PM IST

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio lands in Delhi, to meet PM Modi

The top US diplomat is scheduled to hold wide-ranging talks with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, in addition to meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Updated On: 23 May 2026 | 1:50 PM IST

Need to unlock immense potential of Andamans to grow together: Thai envoy

Siriporn Tantipanyathep, the Consul General of Thailand in Kolkata said India can play a pivotal role as one of Thailand's most significant source markets for tourism

Updated On: 23 May 2026 | 1:06 PM IST

Marco Rubio visits Saint Teresa's Mother House, children's home in Kolkata

His arrival in the eastern metropolis ended a 14-year hiatus since an American secretary of state last visited the city, coming only weeks after West Bengal witnessed a landmark political transition

Updated On: 23 May 2026 | 10:02 AM IST

India's Major Abhilasha Barak wins 2025 UN Military Gender Advocate award

Barak is the third recipient of the award from the country, following Major Suman Gawani and Major Radhika Sen, who were also honoured for their commendable work

Updated On: 23 May 2026 | 7:23 AM IST

Quad foreign ministers to discuss West Asia crisis at Delhi meeting

Quad foreign ministers to discuss the West Asia crisis, Strait of Hormuz disruption and regional security during their meeting in New Delhi next week

Updated On: 22 May 2026 | 8:07 PM IST

Nibe's Vayu Astra-1 completes successful maiden trials for Indian Army

Nibe Limited successfully tested its Vayu Astra-1 loitering munition across varied terrains, showcasing long-range precision strike and high-altitude capabilities

Updated On: 21 May 2026 | 7:20 PM IST

India abstains on UNGA climate vote, cites concerns over treaty framework

India said it had engaged constructively during negotiations on the resolution and clarified its concerns and positions at every stage

Updated On: 21 May 2026 | 1:18 PM IST

India slams Pakistan, calls out 'long-tainted genocidal record' at UNSC

Ambassador Parvathaneni added that it is 'hypocritical' of Pakistan to espouse high principles of international law while 'targeting innocent civilians in the dark'

Updated On: 21 May 2026 | 8:07 AM IST

Dialogue, diplomacy only way to resolve conflicts: PM Modi in Italy

PM Modi also highlighted the deepening civilisational and cultural ties between India and Italy, noting growing interest in Indian traditions such as yoga, Ayurveda, cuisine, and art in Italy

Updated On: 21 May 2026 | 6:51 AM IST

India's conventional submarine gap widens amid delays and regional rivalry

Experts express concern as Pakistan expands its fleet with air-independent propulsion technology

Updated On: 20 May 2026 | 11:28 PM IST

Suryastra demonstrates precision strike capability in successful tests

The indigenous long-range rocket system achieved high accuracy during trials off the Odisha coast, marking a boost for India's defence manufacturing ambitions

Updated On: 20 May 2026 | 9:28 PM IST

India, South Korea deepen defence ties with new cooperation pacts

The two countries signed agreements on cyber defence, military training and UN peacekeeping cooperation during Rajnath Singh's visit to Seoul

Updated On: 20 May 2026 | 7:32 PM IST

'Welcome to Rome, my friend': Italian PM Meloni welcomes PM Modi

Earlier in the day, PM Modi received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora upon his arrival in Rome

Updated On: 20 May 2026 | 7:16 AM IST

DRDO completes final trials of UAV-launched precision guided missile

The trials were conducted at a DRDO test range near Kurnool in Andhra Pradesh using an integrated ground control system (GCS) to command and control the ULPGM weapon system

Updated On: 20 May 2026 | 7:04 AM IST

India, Nordic nations agree to elevate ties to Green Tech and Innovation

In a joint press statement after the 3rd India-Nordic Summit, Prime Minister Modi said that they will continue to work together to strengthen the rules-based global order

Updated On: 19 May 2026 | 11:25 PM IST

Bharat Forge to build marine gas turbine facility in Andhra Pradesh

Bharat Forge will set up India's first private-sector marine gas turbine repair and overhaul facility in Andhra Pradesh's Defence Manufacturing Corridor

Updated On: 19 May 2026 | 6:10 PM IST

Op Sindoor reflected 'smart power' in its complete expression: Army chief

Army Chief said Op Sindoor demonstrated India's 'smart power' by combining military precision, strategic restraint and coordinated national action within a defined operational window

Updated On: 19 May 2026 | 1:39 PM IST