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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'

Jaish-e-Mohammad commander gunned down in joint operation in J&K's Kathua

The Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorist of Pakistan was identified as Usman, who was active from 2024, and six terror acts were registered against him, including the killing of civilians and security forces

Rafale, S-400, BrahMos to feature in Operation Sindoor Republic Day tableau

The Operation Sindoor-themed Republic Day tableau will showcase India's tri-service coordination, precision strike capability and indigenous defence strength

FIR filed against Gurpatwant Singh Pannun over Republic Day threats

In a video shared on social media, Pannun claimed that so-called "sleeper cells" had put up pro-Khalistan posters in different parts of Delhi

7 Indian fishermen arrested by Sri Lanka Navy for alleged poaching

The fishermen were arrested and and their two trawlers seized on Tuesday off Kovilan, in the northern Jaffna peninsula, the Navy said in a statement

Taiwan detects 11 Chinese aircraft, 5 naval vessels around its territory

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND) said nine of the sorties crossed the median line into Taiwan's northern and southwestern air defence identification zone (ADIZ)

Canadian university chiefs to visit India as New Delhi-Ottawa ties reset

As India and Canada revive trade negotiations and reset bilateral ties, 21 Canadian university presidents will visit India in February to expand academic, research and industry partnerships

Military shipbuilding in the slow lane

India has 'adequate' naval ships for the region but it will need to build more and faster to sail beyond

India, Spain push for early India-EU trade deal, eye strategic association

Spain has supported the early conclusion of India-EU trade negotiations, as New Delhi and Madrid discussed defence manufacturing, trade expansion, mobility and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific

Right time for strategic partnership on next-gen jets, weapons: IAF chief

IAF chief cites France aero-engine partnership as model for future tie-ups

Zero tolerance towards terrorism 'must': Jaishankar tells Spanish FM

He made these remarks during talks with Spain's Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares in Delhi, highlighting the importance of collaboration on shared challenges