Page 28 - External Affairs & Defence Security

India extends airspace closure for Pakistan-registered flights till Oct 24

After the April 22 Pahalgam attack, India closed its airspace to all Pakistan-operated, owned, or leased civilian and military flights from April 30

Jaishankar joins EU foreign ministers in New York, discusses Ukraine, Gaza

In a press remark following the meeting, Kallas underscored the importance of partnerships with India, Brazil, and Mexico in protecting the rules-based international order

India pushes for reforms in Commonwealth to reflect contemporary realities

George spoke about India's "commitment to the core values and principles enshrined in Commonwealth Charter as well as reform of the Commonwealth to better reflect the realities of contemporary times"

EAM Jaishankar meets US State Secy Marco Rubio on sidelines of UNGA

They had last met in July in Washington DC for the Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting

India, Brazil launch joint agritech programme to boost farm innovation

According to an official statement on Monday, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has launched a second edition of the BrazilIndia Cross-Incubation Programme in Agritech (Maitri 2.0) here

Russia will complete deliveries of S-400 missile systems to India in 2026

Under the USD 5.43 billion deal signed with India in 2018, Russia will complete deliveries of the S-400 Triumf (Triumph) air defence systems next year, according to a media report on Monday.

India and Morocco sign defence pact to boost military cooperation

The MoU will provide for an institutional framework to expand and deepen bilateral defence engagement, including exchanges, training, and industrial linkages, officials said

Russia will stick to nuclear arms limits for one more year, says Putin

The New START treaty is the last remaining arms control agreement between Russia and the US

Centre extends ban on NSCN(K), its affiliates for five more years

The ban will be effective from September 28 for a period of five years, a Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) notification said.

Jaishankar meets Philippine counterpart Tess Lazaro on UNGA sidelines

Jaishankar, who arrived in New York on Sunday for the high-level UN General Assembly meeting, said he was pleased to meet Lazaro on the sidelines of the UNGA

India, Brazil chartering path for future ties in next 10 yrs: Brazil envoy

At Maitri 2.0 Agri-Tech event, Brazil envoy called India, Brazil "agriculture powerhouses," stressing the initiative's focus on joint research and collaboration in farming and agri-innovation

Navy Chief Admiral Tripathi begins four-day official visit to Sri Lanka

He would also participate in the 12th edition of the Galle Dialogue 2025 - International Maritime Conference in Colombo, on the theme 'Maritime Outlook of the Indian Ocean under Changing Dynamics'

Jaishankar to meet US Secretary of State Rubio for bilateral talks today

Jaishankar arrived in New York on Sunday for the high-level UNGA week, commencing his engagements with a bilateral meeting with the Philippines Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Theresa P Lazaro

Taiwan detects 3 Chinese aircraft, 4 naval vessels near territory

The frequent incursions and maritime operations reflect rising tensions between Taiwan and China

Govt plans 'bodyguard' satellites after risky near-miss in orbit

The government wants to develop so-called bodyguard satellites to identify and counter threats to orbiting spacecraft

US clarification on H-1B calms tech nerves, but deferred impact feared

Ganesh Natarajan, Chairman, GTT Data Solutions Ltd and 5F World, said that after the clarifications, it is good that the existing visa holders will not be affected

India today has best camera in moon's orbit: Isro Chairman V Narayanan

Chandrayaan-3's success was a landmark in our space journey. It has given confidence to every one of us, not only at the Isro but also across the nation, said Isro Chairman V Narayanan

Long procurement cycle may lead to outdated weapons: Rajinder Singh Bhatia

A decade ago, the bureaucracy was not as receptive to private sector participation as today. We could not conduct trials in India, said Rajinder Singh Bhatia, chairman of Kalyani Strategic Systems

DRDO revamp on cards for faster tech delivery, says Defence Secretary

India's defence sector has made significant strides in indigenisation, but the journey is ongoing, said Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh

UK joins Aus, Canada to recognise Palestinian state despite opposition

The UK's recognition of a Palestinian state comes just days after a state visit from US President Donald Trump, during which he voiced his disapproval of the plan