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Would like defence spending at 2.5% of GDP in 5 years: Rajesh Kumar Singh

The share of domestic firms in the value of capital procurement was 87% in FY25. This level will never fall below 75%

President Trump speaks with PM Modi: US ambassador Sergio Gor

US President Donald Trump has spoken with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, US ambassador to India Sergio Gor said on Monday, sharing a photograph of the two leaders and hinting at further updates

Budget 2026: Defence spending rises to 2% of GDP, pushes for modernisation

The government's allocation touches 2 per cent of the GDP months after Operation Sindoor and with an eye on modernisation

Budget 2026: Defence spending nears 2% of GDP, reversing decline

Defence's share of GDP declined from 2.25 per cent in FY20 to 1.91 per cent in FY25, a level that was maintained in FY26 as well

CRPF Chief Singh reviews security and operational preparedness in J&K

They said the DG CRPF also reviewed the operational preparedness of the force and interacted with the jawans

Army commander reviews counter-terror ops amid firefight in J&K's Kishtwar

The Army commander, while interacting with ground commanders and troops, commended them for their unwavering resolve in the ongoing efforts

Co-production over localisation: Industry on India-EU defence pact

India's defence industry sees the EU security pact as a turning point that could shift the country from buyer to industrial partner, unlocking co-development and supply chain opportunities

India pavilion: A sizzling culinary experience in freezing Davos

From rajma chawal to filter coffee tiramisu, Chef Manu Chandra showcased India's culinary soft power at the India pavilion amid sub-zero Davos

EAM Jaishankar meets Arab League Secretary General ahead of IAFMM in Delhi

The two leaders held discussions on cooperation across various domains and exchanged views on the recent developments in the region

Express appreciation to US in addressing 'long-standing' Gaza issue: India

These remarks were made by India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish on Wednesday

India, Russia in talks on joint production of Su-57 fighter jets: Report

Russia has put on static display its latest regional transport aircraft - the Ilyushin Il-114-300 and the Sukhoi SJ-100

Army to equip unmanned systems, autonomous software for future warfare

Indian Army to deploy V-BAT drones and AI-driven autonomy software as it steps up capabilities for future, contested battlefield operations

Vikram Misri links Hamas Oct 7 attack on Israel to cross-border terrorism

At the International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Misri said India has its own share of experience as a victim of cross-border terrorism, in a veiled reference to April 2025 Pahalgam terrorist attack

US Congress delegation, envoy Sergio Gor holds meeting with defence secy

The meeting, held on January 27 featured wide-ranging discussions on deepening defence industry collaboration and advancing bilateral military ties

India, EU sign first comprehensive defence and security agreement

Europe's growing focus on defence preparedness has already benefited Indian defence firms, particularly manufacturers of munition

India, EU discuss opportunities for integrating defence supply chains

India, EU explore defence supply chain integration to deepen strategic ties

Drones, hypersonic missile, long-range strike in Republic Day spotlight

'Battle array' format was showcased for the first time during the 77th Republic day parade, illustrating how personnel and equipment are deployed together during an actual conflict

Good neighbours, friends': Xi Jinping hails India ties on Republic Day

Chinese President Xi Jinping greeted India on its 77th Republic Day, praised improving ties, and called for stronger cooperation as relations recover after years of border tensions

EAM Jaishankar holds 'fruitful conversation' with Canadian FM Anita Anand

Jaishankar said the discussion was on "deepening of the bilateral cooperation and continued high-level exchanges" between both countries

EAM Jaishankar hosts US lawmakers: Security and economy top agenda

US Ambassador Sergio Gor, who was also present at the meeting, said the talks were 'productive'