External Affairs & Defence Security News

US Ambassador Sergio Gor said India's ongoing Russian oil purchases are helping stabilise global oil markets amid volatility triggered by the escalating West Asia conflict

The delivery of relief materials comes after Madagascar faced extensive damage due to the tropical cyclones that struck the country earlier this year, destroying homes, infrastructure, and livelihoods

The Embassy thanked the authorities of Saudi Arabia and Qatar for their cooperation and said that its 24/7 Control Room remains functional, along with helplines and helpdesks

The vision document envisages the transformation of the military into an integrated, multi-domain and agile force capable of deterring adversaries and to effectively respond to any conflict

'Defence Forces Vision 2047: A Roadmap for a Future-Ready Indian Military' envisages transformation of the military into an integrated, multi-domain and agile force capable of deterring adversaries

Jaishankar told Parliament that Iran requested permission to dock three warships at Indian ports, as he outlined India's energy, trade and citizen-security priorities amid the West Asia conflict

The United States supplied 42 per cent of all international arms transfers during 2021-25, up from 36 per cent in 2016-20, it said

In 2023, BrahMos, a company co-owned by the Indian and Russian governments, told Reuters it was in advanced discussions with Jakarta on a deal worth $200 million to $350 million

India is developing the Sheshnaag-150, a long-range swarm attack drone that can fly over 1,000 km, carry powerful warheads and strike targets

Chinese Foreign Minister said both countries should stick to the direction set by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping to improve relations without interference

The General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Command was reviewing the Winter Term Passing Out Parade at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Gaya, an official release said

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said India's rise will be shaped by its own strength and capabilities, speaking at the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi

Singh said the current situation has once again reflected the importance of oceans

Government says all 35 Indian-flagged vessels in the Persian Gulf region remain safe as enhanced monitoring continues; port operations stable despite cargo pile-up concerns

IG Defence unveils 'Project KAL', an indigenous long-range strike drone capable of carrying explosive payloads up to 1,000 km, aimed at boosting India's unmanned warfare capabilities

Approval was granted on March 1 for IRIS Lavan to dock at Kochi after a request from the Iranian government

183 crew members of the ship accommodated at naval facilities in Kochi

Amit Shah says CISF will act as the nodal agency for drone security at airports, ports and industrial hubs as the force expands its role in protecting critical infrastructure nationwide

Second of six operational Kalvari submarines to become first in class to be fitted with endurance- and stealth-enhancing technology

The renewed MoU will continue to provide a structured framework for collaboration and exchange of best practices between the two countries