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New Delhi, May 17. In a sharp message aimed at Islamabad, Army Chief Upendra Dwivedi has cautioned that if Pakistan continued to shelter terrorists and foment actions against India, it would have to “decide whether it wants to be part of geography or history”. Speaking at an interactive session at the Manekshaw Centre here on … The post Army Chief warns Pakistan against sheltering terrorists, says choice is between ‘geography or history’ appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

By R Anil Kumar BERLIN, May 16, 2026. In 2025, the global order revealed a sharp paradox. Armed conflicts, geopolitical rivalry, and military preparedness drove world military spending to an unprecedented $2.887 trillion. Meanwhile, hunger tightened its grip on the most at-risk populations. Two-thirds of all people facing acute food insecurity—about 266 million—were concentrated in … The post A World of Surging Military Spending and Concentrated Starvation appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

India is moving decisively toward establishing an Integrated Rocket Force (IRF), a tri‑service command designed to consolidate conventional missile and rocket systems such as Pralay, BrahMos, and Pinaka. This initiative aims to provide rapid long‑range precision strike capability, strengthen deterrence against China and Pakistan, and enable “non‑contact warfare” operations.The Integrated Read Full Article at Source

By R Anil Kumar Abu Dhabi/ Bengaluru, May 15, 2026: Advancing Energy, Technology, Connectivity and Strategic Partnership: India–UAE strategic partnership is anchored in political trust, economic cooperation, and people-to-people connections. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the UAE on 15 May 2026 further strengthens cooperation across energy security, defence, maritime infrastructure, artificial intelligence, supercomputing, investment, … The post Prime Minister Modi’s Visit to the UAE appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

By R Anil Kumar India and the UAE have signed an agreement on strategic oil reserves to strengthen energy cooperation. The agreements were exchanged in the presence of PM Modi and UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Abu Dhabi, May 15, 2026. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s brief visit to the United Arab Emirates … The post Defence, Gas Supply, Strategic Oil Reserves Pacts: PM Modi’s Short UAE Visit Brings Big Returns appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

Port Klang, May 13. The Indian Navy’s oceanographic research vessel INS Sagardhwani arrived at Port Klang on May 13 as part of its South East Asia deployment, receiving a warm welcome from personnel of the Royal Malaysian Navy. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Defence on May 15, over the two-day port … The post INS Sagardhwani’s Port Klang visit boosts India–Malaysia maritime and scientific cooperation appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

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