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By R Anil Kumar UNITED NATIONS, July 9, 2026. Policing is the cornerstone of peace, said top UN officials ahead of the fifth UN Chiefs of Police Summit, which began on July 7. Key takeaways The UN Chiefs of Police Summit was held on 7 &8 July UN Police (UNPOL) has deployed 4,626 officers, including … The post Peace hinges on people-centred policing, global summit hears appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

The Indian Army has floated a Request for Proposal to procure 450 units of the Swedish-origin 84mm Carl Gustaf Mark-IV Lightweight Rocket Launcher, which will be manufactured in India along with associated accessories and spares.This move is part of a broader effort to modernise the infantry arsenal and strengthen frontline firepower with a lighter, more accurate, and reliable shoulder-fired Read Full Article at Source

TATA Advanced Systems and NIBE Limited have emerged as the lowest bidders in the Indian Army’s ₹1,600 crore ($165 million) tender for 840 loitering munitions, marking a major step in India’s push towards indigenous drone warfare capabilities. TATA will supply 64 per cent of the systems, while NIBE will deliver the remaining 36 per cent.The Indian Army recently opened price bids for its tender to Read Full Article at Source

London, July 8, 2026. Urbanisation and GDP growth are driving long-term air travel demand according to Airbus’ 2026-2045 Global Market Forecast (GMF). In the next 20 years, urbanisation is shifting to smaller cities. With a rise in middle classes and the diaspora this will lead to new city pairings made economically viable thanks to increasingly … The post Airbus forecasts traffic growth driven by urbanisation and increased connectivity made possible by aircraft efficiency appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

India and Russia convened a Vice Minister‑level Joint Working Group meeting in New Delhi on Wednesday to intensify counter‑terrorism cooperation across South Asia and Eurasia.The session was co‑chaired by Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Dmitry Lyubinski and Secretary (West) in the Ministry of External Affairs, Ambassador Sibi George. Senior representatives from both governments and relevant Read Full Article at Source

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has declared in Melbourne that India is not resting on the success of Chandrayaan and is advancing ambitious space programs, including the Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission and the development of its own space station.He emphasised that India’s achievements in space exploration reflect the country’s belief in continuous progress, guided by the motto “Grow More, Read Full Article at Source

By Aroonim Bhuyan New Delhi/Melbourne, July 9. India and Australia on July 9 unveiled an ambitious roadmap to significantly deepen their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP), announcing a series of landmark initiatives spanning defence, maritime security, critical technologies, energy, trade, education and regional security, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese concluded … The post India, Australia boost defence, tech cooperation appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

New Delhi, July 9. Indian Naval Sail Training Ship (STS) INS Sudarshini concluded a high-profile port call at New York on July 8, marking a key milestone in the Indian Navy’s Lokayan 2026 transoceanic expedition while showcasing India’s rich maritime heritage and reinforcing the growing strategic and cultural partnership between India and the United States. … The post INS Sudarshini showcases India’s maritime heritage during New York port call appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

By R Anil Kumar Melbourne July 9, 2026. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Thursday July 9, described India as a “top-tier security partner” and announced a series of major initiatives spanning defence, space, energy, technology and people-to-people ties, underscoring the growing strategic partnership between the two countries during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to … The post Australia values India as a top-tier security partner; temporary space tracking terminal to support Gaganyaan: PM Anthony Albanese appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

By R Anil Kumar Melbourne/ Bengaluru, July 9, 2026. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Thursday, July 9, held the third India-Australia Annual Summit in Melbourne, reaffirming their commitment to deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership through enhanced cooperation in trade, defence, critical technologies, clean energy, education and people-to-people ties. PM … The post PM Modi, his Australian Counterpart Anthony Albanese hold third India-Australia Annual Summit, expand strategic partnership across key sectors appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source