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Watch out, AWACS: China's CJ-1000 may hunt down support aircraft mid-air
China unveiled the CJ-1000 hypersonic missile at a recent parade, calling it a 'plane-killer' capable of targeting support aircraft like AWACS and refuellers over 6,000 km away
 "Watch out, AWACS: China's CJ-1000 may hunt down support aircraft mid-air")
Trump repeats claim of brokering India-Pakistan cessation of hostilities
Last Month, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt repeated the same claim made by US President Donald Trump on brokering peace in the India-Pakistan conflict after Operation Sindoor
 "Trump repeats claim of brokering India-Pakistan cessation of hostilities")
EU needs deals with India, others to reduce US dependency: Leyen
'We are in talks with South Africa, Malaysia, the United Arab Emirates and others, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said
 "EU needs deals with India, others to reduce US dependency: Leyen")
US revokes Chabahar sanctions waiver, India faces impact on port deal
In 2023, Chabahar port was used by India to send 20,000 tonnes of wheat aid to Afghanistan. In 2021, the same was used to supply environmentally friendly pesticides to Iran
 "US revokes Chabahar sanctions waiver, India faces impact on port deal")
HAL to raise Tejas output as MiG-21 nears exit, but IAF shortfall to remain
Since being inducted in 1963, the MiG-21 has seen action in every major conflict involving India
 "HAL to raise Tejas output as MiG-21 nears exit, but IAF shortfall to remain")
Holding elections our topmost priority, Nepal PM tells Narendra Modi
Nepal's interim PM Sushila Karki told Prime Minister Modi that elections are her government's top priority as India reaffirmed support for peace, stability and democratic transition
 "Holding elections our topmost priority, Nepal PM tells Narendra Modi")
'Very close to Modi, but sanctioned India': Trump on 50 per cent tariffs
The Trump administration has imposed a 50 per cent tariff on India, including a 25 per cent punitive duty for purchasing Russian oil
 "'Very close to Modi, but sanctioned India': Trump on 50 per cent tariffs")
India to study implications of Pakistan-Saudi Arabia defence pact
India said it will study the implications of the Pakistan-Saudi Arabia defence pact for its security and regional stability, reaffirming its resolve to protect national interests
 "India to study implications of Pakistan-Saudi Arabia defence pact")
India, UAE target to double non-oil trade to $100 bn in 3-4 years
Currently, the bilateral trade in non-oil and non-precious metals stands at about $ 50-55 billion
 "India, UAE target to double non-oil trade to $100 bn in 3-4 years")
Pakistan-Saudi Arabia defence pact: What does it mean for India's security?
Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have signed a defence pact pledging joint military support. India is weighing its security implications as Riyadh deepens ties with Islamabad
 "Pakistan-Saudi Arabia defence pact: What does it mean for India's security?")
US revokes visas of Indian executives over links to fentanyl trafficking
The move follows US President Donald Trump's recent naming of India, along with 22 other countries, as a major drug transit or illicit drug-producing nation
 "US revokes visas of Indian executives over links to fentanyl trafficking")
India extends Maldives' $50 million govt bonds repayment deadline
The deadline for the repayment of a $50 million Treasury Bill (T-bill) was extended once again on the request of the Maldives government
 "India extends Maldives' $50 million govt bonds repayment deadline")
PM Modi speaks to Nepal's PM Karki, supports efforts to restore peace
In a post on X, PM Modi said that during his conversation with Karki, he conveyed his heartfelt condolences on the recent tragic loss of lives during violent protests in the neighbouring country
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia sign defence pact: 'Attack on one is attack on both'
During Shehbaz Sharif's visit, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed an agreement which expanded defence cooperation, including training, exercises and intelligence sharing
 "Pakistan, Saudi Arabia sign defence pact: 'Attack on one is attack on both'")
India urges global community to block LeT, JeM operations from Afghanistan
We believe in the utmost importance of international and regional consensus and cooperation on key issues concerning Afghanistan, India's Permanent Representative to the UN said
 "India urges global community to block LeT, JeM operations from Afghanistan")
Taiwan detects 7 Chinese aircraft, 6 naval vessels near territory
Taiwan has repeatedly accused Beijing of increasing such military activities as part of its pressure tactics
 "Taiwan detects 7 Chinese aircraft, 6 naval vessels near territory")
'Hoped for more progress' in talks with India, says EU trade chief
The EU's key interests include cars, wines and spirits, and agriculture -- areas considered sensitive by India, and are still under negotiation
 "'Hoped for more progress' in talks with India, says EU trade chief")
EU launches new strategic agenda to deepen defence, trade ties with India
The top EU leader said the new agenda will be advancing trade, investment and talent mobility, strengthening joint economic security and deepening industrial cooperation in the defence sector
Army, Navy, IAF education wings merged; 3 joint military stations approved
The armed forces also announced the setting up of three Joint Military Stations
 "Army, Navy, IAF education wings merged; 3 joint military stations approved")
India, UAE to discuss trade, investment, bank matters on September 18-19
Both sides will also explore opportunities for investment in key sectors, including maritime and space, that hold strong potential for growth, statement added
 "India, UAE to discuss trade, investment, bank matters on September 18-19")
