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India test-fires glide weapon system for precision long-range strikes

India conducted the maiden flight-trial of the indigenous TARA glide weapon system, enhancing the Indian Air Force's stand-off precision strike capability with a low-cost smart munition

DRDO, IAF successfully conduct maiden trial of indigenous TARA glide weapon

TARA, the modular range extension kit, is India's first indigenous glide weapon system to convert unguided warheads into precision-guided weapons

1 year of Operation Sindoor: 'Defining moment in India's strategic journey'

Military says Operation Sindoor reshaped India's strategic doctrine with calibrated yet lethal response against terror infrastructure

India adopts 'holistic' approach to migration governance: Minister at UN

Singh shared with the UN audience and member states India's "pioneering initiative" of the 'e-Migrate' platform, highlighting ways in which the country is harnessing the power of digital innovation

India, UAE review strategic ties during Foreign Secretary Misri's visit

Discussions covered ongoing bilateral cooperation in areas including trade, investment, economic cooperation, energy, connectivity, defence and security, fintech, health, education, and culture

Operation Sindoor showcased growing jointness among our forces: PM

India has intensified diplomatic engagement after Operation Sindoor, focusing on counter-terrorism, trade partnerships and global support against Pakistan-sponsored terrorism

India has every right to defend itself against cross-border terrorism: MEA

On Operation Sindoor's first anniversary, India reaffirmed its right to counter Pakistan-backed cross-border terrorism and strengthen global anti-terror efforts

We destroyed 13 Pakistani aircraft, struck 11 airfields: Air Marshal Bharti

Addressing questions on the cessation of hostilities, the Air Marshal said India's operations were aimed at terrorist infrastructure and were completed after achieving objectives

Operation Sindoor signalled no terror sanctuary is safe: Indian military

The heads of military operations of the Indian Air Force, Navy and the Indian Army addressed a press conference in Jaipur detailing various aspects of the operation

Game of chess, innings defeat: How military leaders described Op Sindoor

The military action was embedded with symbolism right from the start with its name, as well as the now widely recognised logo, conveying an unambiguous message

India, EU discuss strategic ties; launch initiative to recycle EV batteries

India and the European Union also launched a joint initiative worth 15.2 million euros (around Rs 169 crore) to develop advanced recycling technologies for electric vehicle (EV) batteries

India-Suriname review ties, EAM Jaishankar pushes to deepen partnership

Calling the relationship rooted in strong historical and people-to-people connections, Jaishankar, in a post on X, stated that 'a tough world needs good friends'

India-Vietnam strengthen nuclear ties, to explore Cobalt-60 supply to Hanoi

Continuing on the front of energy partnership, the Joint Statement noted that the leaders acknowledged their respective climate, sustainable development goals and energy transition priorities

India, Vietnam discuss $629 mn BrahMos deal, deepen strategic ties

India, Vietnam deepen strategic ties, discuss $629 million BrahMos deal and set $25 billion trade target amid Indo-Pacific security and economic challenges

One year of Op Sindoor: The operation that spawned a spending shield

Capex up, sharper focus on air defence and drones

India, Vietnam elevate ties to enhanced comprehensive strategic partnership

Modi said the two countries have a common outlook for the Indo-Pacific and both sides will continue to contribute to the rule-of-law, peace, stability, and prosperity

India targets $25 billion trade with Vietnam by 2030, says PM Modi

Trade between India and Vietnam crossed $16 ‌billion in the ​Indian fiscal ​year that ended in March 2026

PM Modi, Vietnam President To Lam hold bilateral talks at Hyderabad House

President To Lam arrived in India on Tuesday, beginning his visit in Bodh Gaya where he offered prayers at the Mahabodhi Temple

India sees Suriname as family, not distant partner: EAM Jaishankar

Jaishankar said ties had expanded into a 'robust, multifaceted engagement' covering infrastructure, trade, training and cultural links

Vietnam President Lam's India visit: Is BrahMos missile deal on agenda?

Vietnamese President To Lam's India visit may boost defence ties, with talks likely to focus on BrahMos missile sales, trade growth and stronger strategic cooperation in the Indo-Pacific