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Defence ministry to discuss ₹3.25 trn 114 Rafale fighter jet deal this week

The indigenous content in the aircraft would be around 30 per cent only. Generally, the indigenous content required in Make in India deals is around 50-60 per cent

Trying to increase trust with China: Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi

General Upendra Dwivedi's annual news conference highlights India's approach

India and US held talks on trade and critical minerals, says Jaishankar

The failure to reach an agreement had pushed the Indian rupee to a record low and spooked investors waiting for progress in two-way negotiations

Brics crucial forum amid geopolitical challenges: EAM S Jaishankar

The minister said India's approach to the chairship of BRICS is 'humanity first' and 'people-centric'

India, China work to restore military trust amid push for border stability

In recent meetings with Chinese counterparts, Indian officials have made peace and stability along the 3,488-kilometer (2,167 miles) disputed Himalayan border central to efforts to normalize ties

A restructured Army: IBGs cleared, 30 other organisational changes approved

Defence sources told Business Standard that four IBGs will be raised initially, with the focus on the Army's strike corps

India-Canada ties 'catching up', says Indian envoy ahead of Carney's visit

After strained ties, Canada PM Mark Carney will visit India soon as both countries aim to reset relations and expand trade amid global tariff tensions

Canada's biggest gold heist: Police say one accused believed to be in India

The Canadian police said that they have already submitted an extradition request to the Indian government

Vance, Rubio congratulate Gor on assuming charge as US envoy to India

Sergio Gor arrived in New Delhi on January 9 to take up his new role as US Ambassador to India and Special Envoy to South and Central Asia

India-Germany sign pacts to strengthen ties across defence, tech, energy

India and Germany signed multiple agreements during Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit, covering defence, semiconductors, critical minerals, green energy and mobility

PM Modi, Merz pitch 'limitless' India-Germany partnership in defence, tech

PM Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz agreed to deepen cooperation in defence, space, semiconductors and emerging technologies during talks in Gujarat

US Ambassador-designate says India to be a part of Pax Silica: Details

Gor, who assumed office as the US ambassador to India on Monday, said that no country is as essential as India for Washington

PM Modi meets German Chancellor Merz in Gujarat: What's on the agenda

The German Chancellor, who is on a two-day visit, will be accompanied by a 25-member delegation consisting of several chief executive officers

PM Modi playing global role to establish peace, says Ukrainian ambassador

We have confidence that the achievement of sustainable and just peace in Ukraine will further contribute to deepening relations between India and Ukraine, including Gujarat

Iran warns against US strikes; activists say protest death toll at 203

With the internet down in Iran and phone lines cut off, gauging the demonstrations from abroad has grown more difficult

Ukrainian drone attack in Russia kills 1 after Moscow's intense bombardment

A young woman died overnight in a hospital intensive care unit after debris from a drone fell on a house during the attack on Saturday, regional Gov. Alexander Gusev said on Telegram

Modi, Merz set for crucial talk in Gujarat amid rising geopolitical tension

In their talks, Modi and Merz are likely to deliberate on trade and investment ties as New Delhi is looking at deepening economic engagement with Europe

Indian envoy to Bangladesh Pranay Verma meets new BNP chief Tarique Rahman

The meeting lasted for some 40 minutes, Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) media cell spokesman Sayrul Kabir Khan told PTI, calling it a courtesy call

US ambassador Sergio Gor arrives in India for 'incredible opportunities'

The arrival of the new US ambassador comes at a sensitive phase in India-US ties, with trade frictions persisting even as both sides look to deepen strategic, defence and technology cooperation

Pak's constitutional amendments acceptance of its Op Sindoor failure: CDS

Talking about the proposed joint theatre commands in India, Gen Chauhan said the government has granted an extension for completing the exercise till May 30, 2026