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New Delhi, April 30. India and Italy took fresh steps to expand their defence partnership as Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held bilateral talks with his Italian counterpart Guido Crosetto at the Manekshaw Centre here on April 30. The meeting marked a significant moment in the steady revival and expansion of India-Italy defence cooperation, which has … The post India, Italy deepen defence ties with new military cooperation plan and push for industrial collaboration appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

By R Anil Kumar UN/ Bengaluru. The majority of Iran’s highly enriched uranium is likely still at its Isfahan nuclear complex, which was bombarded by airstrikes last year and faced less intense attacks in this year’s US-Israeli war, the UN nuclear agency’s leader said. Rafael Grossi said in an interview on Tuesday, 28 April, that … The post UN nuclear chief: Iran’s highly enriched uranium likely still buried at Isfahan site appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

Mumbai, April 29, 2026. Safran Aircraft Engines, a world leader in aircraft propulsion systems, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Uni Tritech Private Limited, a Neterwala Group company, to manufacture components for the CFM LEAP engine program. This collaboration marks a major milestone in strengthening Safran Aircraft Engines’ supply chain and advancing India’s … The post India Enters Global Jet Engine Supply Chain – Global Aerospace Major Safran Aircraft Engines Partners Uni Tritech Private Limited for LEAP Engine Manufacturing appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

By R Anil Kumar New York. Yojna Patel, Deputy Permanent Representative of India to the UN, delivered India’s statement at the UN Security Council on the Situation in the Middle East on April 28, said that the Strait of Hormuz is of great concern for India in terms of the country’s energy and economic security. … The post India condemns attack on Commercial Ships in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

ST. LOUIS, April 27, 2026. Boeing and the US Navy have successfully completed the first test flight of an operational MQ-25A Stingray™. The milestone advances the Stingray closer to aircraft carrier operations and marks the beginning of a new era in naval aviation. During the two-hour flight, the unmanned aircraft successfully demonstrated its ability to … The post Boeing, US Navy Achieve Successful MQ-25A Test Flight appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

By R Anil Kumar New Delhi. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on April 28, 2026, met Annalena Baerbock, President of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, in the national capital and held discussions on key global issues, including UN reforms, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), artificial intelligence and the West Asia conflict. In … The post EAM S Jaishankar Meets United Nations General Assembly Chief, Discusses Global Challenges appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

New Delhi, April 28. The decision by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to quit the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and the wider OPEC+ from May 1 marks a pivotal moment for how the global oil market is managed. By stepping outside the quota system while pledging “responsible” supply, Abu Dhabi is signalling … The post UAE’s OPEC departure hints at a new era of flexibility in the world oil market appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

New Delhi. United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) President Annalena Baerbock paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat in the national capital on April 28, 2026, marking the commencement of her official two-day visit to India. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated in a post on X, “Honouring the timeless ideals of Bapu. UNGA President … The post UNGA President Annalena Baerbock pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

By R Anil Kumar New York/ Bengaluru, April 27, 2026. United Nations (UN) Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres said that ensuring the security of global waterways has become a fundamental test for the current international system, stressing that their stability is a cornerstone of global security and peace. This came during his speech on Monday, April 27, … The post UN Security Council Calls for Urgent, Unconditional reopening of Strait of Hormuz appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

New Delhi, April 28. SkyHop Aviation has received its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, clearing the way for the launch of commercial seaplane operations in India. The approval follows a series of successful trial runs earlier this month, including water take-offs and landings at the Ganga Barrage and Tehri … The post SkyHop Aviation secures DGCA nod to launch India’s first dedicated seaplane services appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source