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India, Vietnam sign agreement, resolve to expand defence cooperation
Both sides also signed a LOI on strengthening defence industry cooperation to promote transfer of technology, prioritise core-technology domains and to undertake joint cooperation in research
 "India, Vietnam sign agreement, resolve to expand defence cooperation")
Centre monitoring US Supreme Court case against Donald Trump tariffs
Indian officials and experts are monitoring the US Supreme Court case challenging Donald Trump's tariff powers, assessing how the verdict may affect the proposed India-US trade agreement
 "Centre monitoring US Supreme Court case against Donald Trump tariffs")
Prez Murmu urges stronger India-Angola ties in tech, defence, agriculture
The President said trade and economic co-operation are an "important pillar" of the bilateral ties between the two countries
 "Prez Murmu urges stronger India-Angola ties in tech, defence, agriculture")
Russia, India to ink labour mobility pact during Putin's December visit
By the end of the year, over 70,000 Indian nationals are expected to be officially employed across Russia under the quotas managed by the Russian Ministry of Labour
 "Russia, India to ink labour mobility pact during Putin's December visit")
We look forward to deepening collaborations: Lockheed Martin's India chief
Post the conference, Lockheed Martin Supply Chain teams are visiting close to 20 supplier facilities across India to assess their capabilities and establish alliances, it said
 "We look forward to deepening collaborations: Lockheed Martin's India chief")
Tariffs on copper are not safeguard measures: US on India's claim in WTO
As India is an exporter of copper products to the US, it has sought consultations with the US on the matter under the WTO safeguard agreement in September
 "Tariffs on copper are not safeguard measures: US on India's claim in WTO")
All 16 DPSUs are pillars of India's self-reliance in defence: Rajnath Singh
Singh made the remarks while carrying out a comprehensive review of the performance of 16 DPSUs at a high-level meeting here
 "All 16 DPSUs are pillars of India's self-reliance in defence: Rajnath Singh")
5 Indian nationals abducted in Mali, embassy working for safe release
The kidnapping took place on November 6 in the West African nation, the Indian embassy said in an X post on Sunday
 "5 Indian nationals abducted in Mali, embassy working for safe release")
Tri-Service Exercise 2025 sees over 40 aircraft, 30,000 personnel in action
The exercise aimed to strengthen coordination, improve joint operations, and test standard operating procedures
 "Tri-Service Exercise 2025 sees over 40 aircraft, 30,000 personnel in action")
India, Angola sign MoUs to boost cooperation in trade, marine sectors
After the end of discussions, the Angolan President hosted a banquet lunch in honour of his Indian counterpart
 "India, Angola sign MoUs to boost cooperation in trade, marine sectors")
HAL's R&D capabilities set for a boost with new manual, global benchmarks
HAL's new R&D manual to be unveiled Monday; Rs 17,000 crore in internal funds already earmarked for R&D investment over the next few years
 "HAL's R&D capabilities set for a boost with new manual, global benchmarks")
India a preferred partner in Indian Ocean region, says CDS Gen Chauhan
CDS emphasised that a nation's location and its geographic characteristics determine its ability to project power and provide strategic options, regardless of its size
 "India a preferred partner in Indian Ocean region, says CDS Gen Chauhan")
Pakistan amends Constitution to give Asim Munir new powers: Details
The 27th Amendment Bill creates the post of Chief of Defence Forces, merges it with the army chief's office, and abolishes the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee
 "Pakistan amends Constitution to give Asim Munir new powers: Details")
Elements in Pakistan military 'sabotaging' peace talks: Afghanistan
These elements are trying to blame the Taliban government for Pakistan's internal problems, insecurity, and attacks carried out by the TTP, Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid said
 "Elements in Pakistan military 'sabotaging' peace talks: Afghanistan")
UK spies handed over intel to Canada in Nijjar killing case: Report
Nijjar, a Canadian Sikh designated a terrorist by India in 2020 for Khalistani extremism, was allegedly among the names on the intelligence passed on to the Canadian authorities
 "UK spies handed over intel to Canada in Nijjar killing case: Report")
2 terrorists neutralised in Kupwara by Indian forces under 'Op Pimple'
Security forces launched a joint operation in the Keran sector of Kupwara district after receiving specific intelligence inputs regarding an infiltration attempt from across the Line of Control
 "2 terrorists neutralised in Kupwara by Indian forces under 'Op Pimple'")
MEA urges Russia to release 44 Indians in army, calls to end practice
The statement comes on a day when External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held talks with Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko in New Delhi
 "MEA urges Russia to release 44 Indians in army, calls to end practice")
US President Donald Trump hints at possible India visit next year
Will let you know when there is something to share on this, says MEA
 "US President Donald Trump hints at possible India visit next year")
HAL signs agreement for 113 GE engines for second Tejas Mk1A batch
Engine deliveries scheduled between 2027 and 2032
 "HAL signs agreement for 113 GE engines for second Tejas Mk1A batch")
FTA to boost bulk Scotch imports, benefit India's IMFL makers: SWA chief
The FTA between India and the UK, which is awaiting ratification, will also see a variety of quality Scotch whisky coming into the country, said Scotch Whisky Association Chief Executive Mark Kent
 "FTA to boost bulk Scotch imports, benefit India's IMFL makers: SWA chief")
