The Indian Navy’s indigenous ASW corvette INS Kadmatt arrived in Papua New Guinea for the nation’s 50th Independence Day celebrations, underscoring the deepening maritime partnership between India and Pacific island nations. This visit, part of India’s Act East Policy, aims to promote regional stability and cooperation. INS Kadmatt’s participation in official ceremonies and cultural events highlights shared democratic values, while engagements with the Papua New Guinea Defence Force focus on strengthening maritime security and disaster …

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the principle of “no permanent friends or foes, only permanent interests” amid rising tensions with the US over tariffs and India’s warming relations with China. He asserted that India’s focus remains on the welfare of farmers and small traders, reinforcing the government’s commitment to self-reliance regardless of external pressure. Singh’s comments come as relations with China appear to be improving following a history of border tensions, coinciding with PM Modi’s …

The Indian Navy successfully hosted the ‘Emerging Leaders Panel Discussion’ under the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) at the Southern Naval Command, bringing together delegates from 19 countries. This two-day event focused on maritime cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region, with discussions on security challenges, maritime trade, climate impact, and innovative solutions from young naval leaders. Key takeaways included a consensus on enhancing maritime domain awareness and collaborative training initiatives. The Indian Navy’s commitment to …

Prime Minister Modi’s visit to China marks his first in seven years, emphasizing India’s diplomatic engagement in the region. In a significant development for national security, an Air Marshal highlighted that the Indian Air Force’s strategic strikes forced Pakistan to seek a truce in less than 50 operations, showcasing India’s military readiness and effectiveness. This situation underscores India’s commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the region while effectively responding to threats. The combination of …

Oil prices have experienced their first monthly loss since April, primarily due to concerns over a supply glut and geopolitical tensions, particularly related to the ongoing war in Ukraine. West Texas Intermediate crude settled near $64 a barrel, dropping 7.6% this month amid fears of a decline in global demand. Meanwhile, the U.S. has imposed a hefty levy on Indian imports for purchasing Russian crude, escalating tensions further. As OPEC+ works to restore production capacity, …

India and Japan have made significant strides in their bilateral partnership by adopting a Joint Declaration on Security Cooperation and a transformative Joint Vision for the Next Decade. These initiatives underscore their commitment to enhancing security and economic ties, emphasizing a free and open Indo-Pacific region. The Joint Declaration outlines practical cooperation between their defense forces, including joint exercises, maritime security, and technology collaboration, while the Joint Vision sets ambitious economic goals, targeting JPY 10 …

Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to visit India in December for a significant bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, following their discussions at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in China from August 31 to September 1, 2025. This visit comes amidst strengthened ties between India and Russia, particularly in light of the U.S. imposing tariffs on India due to its substantial purchases of Russian oil. The Kremlin highlighted that this meeting will …

In the recent bi-annual talks between India and Bangladesh, the Border Security Force (BSF) emphasized issues such as attacks on its personnel and the need for a single-row border fence to curb cross-border crimes. This was the first delegation visit after the change in Bangladesh’s government last year. Both nations agreed on collaborative measures to enhance border security, including providing body-worn cameras for BSF personnel to document incidents. The discussions also covered river bank protection …