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India is actively debating the creation of a dedicated Rocket Force to enhance its conventional deterrence, deep-strike capability and battlefield firepower. The proposal, announced earlier this year by Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi, is inspired by the growing use of ballistic missiles in recent conflicts, including Iran’s strikes in West Asia and Russia’s deployment in Ukraine. The concept envisions a mix of missile systems for precision, deep-strike and saturation firepower, deliberately excluding nuclear roles. Such a force would complement India’s existing capabilities and mirror similar units already established in China, Pakistan and Russia, aiming to plug deterrence gaps and complicate…

Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited, the wholly-owned defence arm of Bharat Forge Limited, has announced a significant partnership with American military vehicle manufacturer AM General, according to a report by MoneyControl.The collaboration was unveiled at the ongoing Eurosatory defence exposition in Paris, one of the world’s largest defence exhibitions, which regularly serves as a platform for major international defence announcements.The agreement focuses on the development and distribution of distinct mounted artillery gun systems tailored for the global market. These platforms are designed to meet the evolving requirements of modern defence forces, offering compact, robust, mobile, all-weather and all-terrain capabilities.The emphasis is…

India’s annual defence production in fiscal 2025-26 grew 15.6% over the previous fiscal. Credit: Hamara/Shutterstock.com. India’s annual defence manufacturing output has reached Rs1.78tn ($18.84bn) in the financial year 2025-26, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Defence (MoD). This marks a 15.6% increase from the previous year’s Rs1.54tn and amounts to a 110% rise since 2020-21, when output was Rs846.43bn. Over the past decade, indigenous defence production has also expanded nearly fourfold, up from Rs437.46bn in 2013-14. Organisations in the public sector, including Defence Public Sector Undertakings and other state-owned companies, contributed about 76% of the total output…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced in Paris that India is preparing for its first human spaceflight under the Gaganyaan mission and is advancing plans to build its own indigenous space station by 2035.He also confirmed that India and France will jointly launch the TRISHNA satellite in 2027 to strengthen global food and water security.India’s development journey, according to the Prime Minister, is being driven by the aspirations and determination of its people. He emphasised that the collective ambition of Indians is the greatest strength of the nation’s progress, pushing the country to new heights in technology, energy, and space…

Mohammed Rizwan is angered at the growing anti-Muslim crimes in India. “I cannot even post on social media now,” said the 21-year-old engineering student living in India’s West Bengal state. “It wasn’t like this before, I could call out whomever I wanted.” Rizwan linked his own silence to the arrest of a local Muslim who was arrested for “protesting on social media.” On May 4, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won one of the most contentious political battles in the country in West Bengal. Modi’s victory was celebrated countrywide, with his supporters calling it a “historic” win. …

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has launched a six‑month Pentagon review of American forces in Europe, sharply criticising NATO allies for failing to provide access to bases during the Iran conflict and warning that Washington’s future commitment will hinge on Europe assuming primary responsibility for its own defence, according to a report by AP.His remarks signal a major shift towards a “NATO 3.0” model, with Europe expected to lead militarily while the US reduces its role as guarantor.Hegseth told NATO defence ministers in Brussels that the review would be “real” and designed to ensure the alliance moves “fast and irreversibly”…

China will not have a seat at the table when the first joint review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement begins in July 2026. It may still be the country that shapes the outcome most. The pact that replaced NAFTA is officially about rules of origin and labor enforcement. In practice, Washington has turned it into a question about China: whether Mexico can keep serving as North America’s factory floor without becoming a side door for Chinese goods, parts and investment. At the first joint review – set to begin July 1, the sixth anniversary of the USMCA’s entry into force…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Alstom Chief Executive Officer Martin Sion in Paris, marking a significant step in driving economic momentum during the final phase of his visit to France.The meeting underscored India’s interest in strengthening cooperation with French industry leaders, particularly in the fields of transport and infrastructure, where Alstom has a strong presence.The Prime Minister arrived in Paris directly from his engagements at the G7 Summit in Evian. Upon landing, he was greeted with immense enthusiasm by members of the Indian diaspora, who expressed their pride in his leadership and the growing India–France partnership.Modi, in turn, conveyed gratitude…

D. Malyasov, Defence B. The U.S. Army ordered 8,936 DAGIR-V1 laser systems to support the M7 rifle’s fire-control program Source link

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s three-day visit to Ulaanbaatar from June 13 to 15 followed the established institutional rhythm of China-Mongolia relations. High-level meetings, systematic reaffirmations of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, and detailed discussions on cross-border infrastructure and trade resulted in a joint communiqué that emphasized shared commitments to regional development and the principles of the postwar international order. The visit took place at a moment of overlapping diplomatic activity. It occurred shortly after Mongolia’s political transition and immediately before new Prime Minister Uchral Nyam-Osoryn’s scheduled participation in the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting of the New Champions in Dalian.…