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Grounding ceremonies held for private sector projects for Ammunitions, Propellants & Fuses; 8 companies collaborate to establish Drone City in the state Aatmanirbharta in defence is a critical imperative for national security: RM “These ‘Growth Pole’ projects would create massive employment opportunities” “Nation moving forward with Whole of People approach; PPP model has transformed defence … The post Defence Minister and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister lay foundation stones for AMCA’s Core Integration & Flight Testing Centre and Naval Systems Manufacturing Facility appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

May 14, 2026. For seven decades, India bought fighter jets from Russia, France, and America. Today, an Indian AI warfare company is set to manufacture its autonomous combat aircraft in Europe for the first time, and it’s happening in a NATO member state. Flying Wedge Defence & Aerospace (FWDA), an Indian AI warfare company, today … The post Indian Autonomous Combat Aircraft Kaal Bhairava to be manufactured in Europe Under Operation 777 appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

By R Anil Kumar New Delhi May 14, 2026. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that under India’s Chairmanship this year, BRICS will work together to strengthen multilateralism, promote sustainable development, enhance economic resilience and build a more inclusive world order. Interacting with Foreign Ministers and Heads of Delegation of BRICS countries who called on … The post BRICS, under India’s Chairmanship, will work together to build a more inclusive world order-PM MODI appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

By R Anil Kumar New Delhi, May 14, 2026. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on May 14, called for stronger cooperation among BRICS nations to address growing geopolitical and economic instability, asserting that the world is witnessing a “convergence of challenges” that is testing the resilience of multilateral systems. Delivering India’s national statement at the … The post EAM Jaishankar calls for stronger BRICS cooperation amid global uncertainty, pushes for UN Reforms appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

Haifa, May 14, 2026. The Defense Procurement Directorate (DPD) of the Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) has signed a contract with Cyclone, a wholly owned subsidiary of Elbit Systems, for the development of an extended-range capability for the F-35 “Adir” fighter jet, manufactured by Lockheed Martin. The deal, valued at over $34 million (over NIS … The post Israel MOD Signs Contract with Elbit Systems for Extended Range Capability for the F-35 “Adir” Fighter Jet appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

New Delhi, May 13. Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth will inaugurate the third edition of Kalam & Kavach at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi on May 14, 2026. The conference will serve as a premier strategic platform bringing together senior policy makers, military leadership, defence industry stakeholders, diplomats, innovators, start-ups, academia & strategic experts … The post Minister of State for Defence to inaugurate Kalam & Kavach 3.0 themed ‘Taking JAI Forward With I²’ appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

By Simran Sodhi New Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on May 15, in a short visit, lasting maybe 3-4 hours. But the visit is significant in more than one way and the outcomes of this visit will be eagerly watched. For starters, this is the first … The post Modi’s UAE visit and why it matters appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

Beijing, May 13. United States President Donald Trump landed in Beijing on May 13 for a crucial summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, amid rising global tensions and weeks of unsuccessful American efforts to persuade China to help bring Iran back to negotiations and stabilise the Strait of Hormuz. The two leaders of the world’s … The post Trump arrives in Beijing for high-stakes talks with Xi as trade, Taiwan and Iran dominate agenda appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

New Delhi, May 13. The Headquarters Maintenance Command of the Indian Air Force (IAF), in partnership with the Centre for Airpower and Strategic Studies (CAPSS), organised a one-day Joint Aerospace Power Seminar in Nagpur on May 11 focusing on the theme ‘Efficient Maintenance and Atmanirbharta Enablers of Airpower’. The seminar brought together senior military officers, … The post IAF Maintenance Command, CAPSS host seminar in Nagpur on boosting airpower through self-reliance and efficient maintenance appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

LOUISVILLE, Ky., May 11, 2026. Raytheon, an RTX business, has been awarded a contract by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) to provide SeaRAM® ship self-defense systems in support of Australia’s Sea3000 General Purpose Frigate program. The Sea3000 program is set to replace the decommissioning Anzac-class frigates with 11 Upgraded Mogami-class frigates. Under the contract, Raytheon will … The post RTX’s Raytheon selected to provide SeaRAM for Australia’s new Mogami-class frigates appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source