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By R Anil Kumar Bengaluru, July 23, 2026. As the Iran-US war continues, the key question remains unanswered about how shipping through the Strait of Hormuz will be managed in future – although the UN has reiterated that charging tolls for safe passage runs contrary to international law. Addressing the UN Security Council on July … The post Hormuz – Stranded Seafarers appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

FARNBOROUGH, July 20, 2026. IndiGo, India’s largest airline and one of the world’s fastest-growing carriers, today announced it has signed an MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) with CFM International for an order of 1,000+ LEAP-1A engines to power 510 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft. This will be the largest single order ever placed for LEAP engines and … The post IndiGo and CFM Sign MoU Paving the Way to a Record Agreement for 1,000+ LEAP-1A Engines appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

By R Anil Kumar India slams Pakistan over IWT issue at UNSC, says state-sponsored cross-border terrorism erodes basis for cooperation Indian envoy says cross-border terrorism undermines cooperation, reiterates Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India New York/Bengaluru. India on July 22, reiterated its position on the Indus Waters Treaty and Jammu and Kashmir during a United Nations Security … The post India Tells UN Trust Is Essential for Indus Waters Treaty Cooperation, Slams Pakistan Over Terrorism appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation has achieved a major breakthrough with the maiden flight test of the indigenous long-range surface-to-air missile system, Kusha.The test was conducted from APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha, marking a critical milestone in India’s efforts to strengthen its air defence architecture.The Kusha missile system is designed to neutralise Read Full Article at Source

Adani Defence & Aerospace has entered into a landmark agreement with the Defence Research and Development Organisation to jointly develop India’s next-generation Airborne Early Warning & Control system, designated AEW&C MK-2, for the Indian Air Force.This initiative represents a decisive step in advancing indigenous airborne surveillance capabilities under the Atmanirbhar Bharat Read Full Article at Source

India’s TEJAS program has reached a decisive stage with the Uttam AESA radar completing extensive flight trials for the MK-1A and the indigenous dual-band IRST system advancing rapidly for the MK-2. These developments mark a major leap in sensor capability, positioning the TEJAS fleet to compete effectively against regional adversaries equipped with advanced stealth and electronic warfare Read Full Article at Source

India has unveiled the DHRUV-64, its first fully indigenous 64-bit processor, marking a decisive leap in semiconductor self-reliance and positioning the nation at the forefront of global technology ambitions across defence, AI, space, and green energy.This achievement signals India’s intent to reduce dependence on foreign chipmakers and establish itself as a hub of innovation.The DHRUV-64 Read Full Article at Source

Apollo Micro Systems Limited has secured a landmark Make‑II Prototype Sanction Order from the Indian Navy to design and demonstrate the Semi‑Submersible Autonomous Vessel for Intelligence, Operations and Reconnaissance – Anti‑Submarine Warfare (SAVIOR‑ASW), Economic Times reported.This marks India’s first indigenous semi‑submersible autonomous platform dedicated to persistent ASW surveillance, Read Full Article at Source

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar raised India’s concerns over the safety of Indian seafarers during his meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.The discussion took place against the backdrop of the deadly attack on the Guinea‑Bissau‑flagged cargo vessel MV Golden Leo near Ukraine’s port of Odesa, which claimed the lives of four Indian nationals.In a post on X, Jaishankar said he Read Full Article at Source

Manila. The foreign ministers of India, Australia and Japan and the US Secretary of State on July 22 reaffirmed their commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific and reiterated their support for ASEAN unity and centrality amid evolving regional security challenges. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu … The post Quad foreign ministers reaffirm support for free, open Indo-Pacific and ASEAN centrality appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source