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EAM Jaishankar meets Spanish Prez, reaffirms 'long-standing' bilateral ties

Jaishankar also held "productive" talks with Spanish Defence Minister Margarita Robles on enhancing bilateral defence cooperation

Naval combatants to strengthen India's defence leadership: PM Modi

INS Surat has an indigenous content of 75 per cent and is equipped with the state-of-the-art weapon-sensor packages and advanced network-centric capabilities

Sri Lanka's India-backed unique ID card project likely to begin by Jan end

The previous cabinet of President Ranil Wickremesinghe approved the India-funded unique identity card project. India advanced Rs 450 million for the implementation of the project in August 2023

From epics to modern wars: Indian Army to showcase evolution of warfare

During this period of interaction, Singh will also be handed over a 'Kalash' containing 'sacred waters' collected from various forts in Maharashtra associated with Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Shivaji

FTA talks with India have been relaunched: UK govt tells Parliament

According to the UK Department for Business and Trade (DBT) statistics, the total trade in goods and services between the UK and India was GBP 42 billion in the four quarters to the end of 2024

After another death, MEA demands release of all Indians in Russian Army

Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said an Indian national from Kerala has died and another has sustained injuries and is undergoing treatment at a hospital

India in unique position to talk to Russia-Ukraine, Israel-Iran: Jaishankar

The Quad consists of Australia, Japan the US and India while the BRICS grouping now has Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran and the UAE as its members

Rajnath Singh announces doorstep medical delivery for ex-servicemen

Addressing around 1,000 ex-servicemen during the event at the Tanda Artillery Brigade, Singh described the Veterans' Day celebrations at Akhnoor

Students going abroad for studies a reflection of globalisation: Kerala FM

In 2022, 1.32 million Indian students ventured overseas for their studies, with approximately four per cent from Kerala, he said, quoting figures

Pakistan must dismantle terror infrastructure in PoK: Rajnath Singh

Singh also condemned recent remarks by PoK Prime Minister Anwar-ul-Haq, calling them a continuation of Pakistan's anti-India agenda nurtured since the era of General Zia-ul-Haq

L&T launches second multi-purpose vessel for Navy from Kattupalli shipyard

The launch of the vessel, christened INS Utkarsh, comes within three months of the launch of the first MPV INS Samarthak

Nitin Gadkari calls for strong, self-sufficient defence sector for India

He reiterated the country's commitment to the welfare of the armed forces veterans and emphasised the importance of honouring their legacy as an inspiration for future generations

Armed forces veterans are heroes, enduring symbols of patriotism: PM Modi

Armed Forces Veterans' Day is celebrated on 14th January every year to recognise the service rendered by the First Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Field Marshal KM Cariappa

Deal for 307 'Made in India' ATAGS guns likely by March: Indian Army chief

The indigenously developed 155mm/52 calibre ATAGS howitzer, a state-of-the-art system, was developed by the DRDO in collaboration with Bharat Forge and the TATA Group

6 soldiers hurt in landmine blast in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district

A soldier on patrol duty in Jammu and Kashmir's Nowshera subdivision accidentally triggered a landmine on Tuesday

Party of Bangladesh's former PM Khaleda Zia urges elections by August

Yunus has said elections might be possible by the end of 2025, but only following electoral reforms

CM Abdullah praises armed forces for safeguarding country, assures support

He assured the armed forces of his government's support to address their issues.

South China Sea: China deploys 'monster ship' in Philippines maritime zone

Manila calls the presence of the Chinese vessel 'illegal' and 'unacceptable', deploying two of the Philippine Coastguard's largest ships to drive it away

India, Spain to mark 2026 as 'dual year' to celebrate culture: Jaishankar

He was confident in the trade ties and said that the ten billion business that is taking place today will see a rise in the coming days

French carrier strike group conducts air-sea manoeuvres with Indian Navy

A few hours after setting sail, the CSG carried out cooperation activities with the Indian Navy at sea and in the air