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INS Sudarshini has represented India at the United States International Naval Review 250 and Sail4th 250 in New York, marking a significant moment in the ongoing Lokayan 26 expedition.The vessel participated in the Parade of Sail on the Hudson River on 4 July 2026, flying the tricolour as a symbol of India’s maritime heritage during America’s 250th Independence Day celebrations.The Embassy of India in Washington confirmed the ship’s arrival at the Port of New York and New Jersey, noting its prominent role in the international naval review. The three‑mast barque stood out among the assembled tall ships, naval vessels and…

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that he had spoken with United States President Donald Trump, extending congratulations on the occasion of America’s 250th Independence Day. The two leaders agreed to meet in the United States in the near future, signalling a renewed effort to strengthen ties despite recent strains.In a statement shared on X, Netanyahu’s office confirmed the conversation, noting that the Prime Minister described the United States as a guarantor of global freedom. He emphasised Israel’s deep appreciation for the close bond between the two nations, underlining the strategic importance of the relationship.The agreement to meet comes at…

Billionaire industrialist Babasaheb Neelkanth Kalyani, widely known as Baba Kalyani, Chairman and Managing Director of Bharat Forge, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and visiting Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in New Delhi on Thursday, Republic World reported.The meeting took place during the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit, held from 1 to 3 July, marking Takaichi’s first official visit to India since assuming office. The interaction was part of a packed schedule of high-level business engagements that underscored the growing role of industry in shaping bilateral ties.Discussions during Baba Kalyani’s meeting with the two leaders centred on expanding collaboration across advanced manufacturing,…

According to unconfirmed reports, India has formally received nine decommissioned Jaguar attack aircraft from the United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence.This transfer was confirmed in a written response by the Minister for Armed Forces, Luke Pollard, and reported by the UK Defence Journal.The batch includes five Jaguar GR1 variants and four T2 variants. These aircraft, though retired from active service, will now serve as a vital source of spare parts and technical support for the Indian Air Force. The UK has retained 42 other Jaguars in reserve, though they are no longer airworthy.This plan has been in preparation since 2024, reflecting…

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will embark on a multi-nation tour covering Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait and Oman from 5 to 10 July. The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that during this leg of the visit he will meet with his counterparts and the leadership of these countries.The discussions will centre on enhancing bilateral relations and exchanging views on regional developments and issues of mutual interest. This outreach underscores India’s continuing engagement with the Gulf region, which remains vital for energy security, trade, and the welfare of the large Indian diaspora.Following this, Jaishankar will travel to New York on 13 July.…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended warm wishes to President Donald Trump and the people of the United States as the nation marked its 250th Independence anniversary. His message carried optimism for the future of India-US relations, emphasising that the friendship between New Delhi and Washington is a force for global good.In his post on X, Modi said, “On behalf of 1.4 billion Indians, I extend my warmest congratulations to President Trump and the people of the United States on the historic 250th anniversary of your Independence.” He underscored that the two countries share more than a strategic partnership, pointing to…

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor marked the 250th anniversary of American independence with President Donald Trump at Mount Rushmore. Gor described Trump as the “greatest President” while accompanying him to the commemorative event.Quoting Trump’s speech, Gor highlighted the President’s patriotic assertion that Americans excel at overcoming challenges. Trump declared that in every human endeavour, Americans see an unfinished competition, striving to make the strong stronger, the fast faster, and the great greater. He added that Americans will climb any mountain, cross any ocean, conquer any problem, and accomplish any task deemed impossible.In a post on X, Gor wrote, “An…

India’s Defence Acquisition Council, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has granted Acceptance of Necessity worth approximately ₹52,000 crore for a wide range of procurement proposals. These approvals are intended to significantly bolster the operational capabilities of the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force, covering air defence, anti-tank, electronic warfare, surveillance and naval systems.The Akash Tarang electronic warfare system has been approved for the Indian Army. This anti-unmanned aerial vehicles system is designed to provide effective protection against hostile drones, ensuring that army formations remain secure against the growing threat of UAVs in modern battlefields.The indigenous Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile…

ISRO has successfully completed the first ground test of the solid motor for its Sub-Orbital Launch Vehicle for Experiments (SOLVE), marking a crucial step in validating the parachute-based deceleration system for the Gaganyaan mission.Conducted on 3 July 2026 at Sriharikota, the test confirmed that all performance parameters met expectations, strengthening preparations for India’s first human spaceflight programme.The Indian Space Research Organisation carried out the static test of the SOLVE-ST01 motor at the Static Test Facility of the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. The test began at 10 am and was reported to have achieved all planned objectives. Engineers confirmed…

The Army on Saturday launched a major counter-terrorist operation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian district after two local terrorists belonging to the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba were cornered in a dense orchard.Acting on specific intelligence inputs, a joint team comprising multiple columns of the Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and the Central Reserve Police Force laid a tight cordon around the Meemandar area to prevent any escape.The two trapped terrorists, identified through technical intelligence as Latif and Zakir, opened fire on the approaching security personnel. The Army Jawans retaliated effectively, triggering a fierce gunfight in the thickly vegetated orchard.Officials confirmed that the…