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New Delhi. Data centre operator AirTrunk on June 6, 2026 said it plans to invest more than ₹3 lakh crore (about US$30 billion) in India by 2030 to expand digital infrastructure capacity, betting on the country’s rapid growth in cloud computing and artificial intelligence. The company, backed by Blackstone and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board … The post AirTrunk plans $30 billion investment in India’s AI, cloud infrastructure by 2030 appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

Bengaluru, June 6, 2026. The Passing Out Parade (POP) of the seventh batch of Agniveervayu trainees (AGVT) intake 01/2026, comprising both men and women was held at Air Force Station Jalahalli on 06 June 2026. A total of 3146 Agniveervayus successfully completed their 22 weeks of rigorous and transformative training and are now set to … The post Passing Out Parade of Agniveervayus Trainees: 01/2026 at Air Force Station Jalahalli appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

New Delhi, June 6. Russian President Vladimir Putin has strongly defended Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s foreign policy approach, saying efforts by other countries to influence India’s ties with Russia are ineffective and counterproductive. He also reiterated Moscow’s willingness to collaborate with New Delhi on the development and production of the fifth-generation Sukhoi Su-57 stealth fighter … The post Putin reaffirms offer for joint Su-57 fighter programme appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

New Delhi, June 6. Ace fighter pilot and veteran test aviator Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit has been appointed as the next Vice Chief of the Air Staff (VCAS) and is set to assume office on July 1. Currently serving as the Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (CISC) at the Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff, Air Marshal … The post Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit appointed next Vice Chief of Air Staff appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

New Delhi, June 5. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodríguez on June 4 agreed to deepen bilateral cooperation in energy, critical minerals, technology, agriculture, healthcare and other strategic sectors, with energy security emerging as the key focus of their discussions amid growing uncertainty in global oil markets. Describing Venezuela as an … The post India, Venezuela seek to expand energy, critical minerals cooperation as Modi holds talks with Rodríguez appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

Berlin, Germany, June 5, 2026. Elbit Systems Deutschland, a subsidiary of Elbit Systems Ltd., will participate in the ILA Berlin Air Show 2026, taking place in Berlin, Germany. The company will highlight a range of advanced technologies tailored to the needs of the German Armed Forces and European partners, reflecting its growing role in supporting … The post Elbit Systems Deutschland to Showcase Advanced Technologies at ILA Berlin 2026 appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

Chennai. TVS Supply Chain Solutions (TVS SCS), a leading global supply chain solutions provider and one of India’s largest and fastest-growing integrated supply chain companies announced on June 4, 2026, the formation of a joint venture with ALA Group, an Italy-based aerospace and defence supply-chain integrator, to address opportunities in India’s fast growing aerospace and … The post TVS Supply Chain Solutions and ALA Group Partner to Build Aerospace & Defence Supply Chain Platform in IndiaTVS Supply Chain Solutions and ALA Group Partner to Build Aerospace & Defence Supply Chain Platform in India appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full…

New Delhi. The inaugural meeting of India-Zimbabwe Joint Defence Committee (JDC) took place in New Delhi on June 4, 2026. Both sides agreed to enhance bilateral defence ties by expanding existing cooperation in areas such as training, support and maintenance of common air assets. They also discussed ways to collaborate in new areas including joint … The post India & Zimbabwe reaffirm commitment to deepen bilateral defence cooperation during inaugural JDC meeting appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

SummaryRecord Stock Rally: Indian defence shares have jumped as much as 360% in a year, supported by government spending, export growth and investor interest in security-focused firms.Policy Power Boost: Rajnath Singh approved doubling financial powers for commanders, enabling faster procurement of ₹1.25 lakh crore in equipment and boosting indigenous manufacturing.Drone Deal Ahead: India plans Read Full Article at Source

By Gulshan Luthra In an increasingly volatile world marked by geopolitical rivalries, technological disruption, and emerging security threats, nations are reassessing how they safeguard their interests while maintaining stability. Against this backdrop, I sat down with Dr Vivek Lall, the CEO of General Atomics Global Corporation and one of the most influential figures in the … The post Peace Through Technology: Dr Vivek Lall on Security, Innovation and India’s Defence Future appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source