The Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. to lease two MQ-9B SeaGuardian High-Altitude Long-Endurance remotely piloted aircraft systems for the Indian Navy. The lease will enhance maritime surveillance, intelligence, reconnaissance and security capabilities, strengthening India’s ability to monitor and respond to evolving maritime challenges. Source: PIB Press Release…
India has sought consultations with the US at the World Trade Organization over Washington’s tariff-rate quota on quartz surface products, effective August 15 for four years. India, which exported about $380 million of these products to the US in FY26, said it has a “substantial interest” in the matter. Source: THE ECONOMIC TIMES Read More…
Strategic Report: Defence & Security, including Defence Manufacturing Capability Building Date: August 12, 2026 Location: Gyan Kunj, Swadeshi Shodh Sansthan, ITO, New Delhi 110002 Topic: Defence & Security, including Defence Manufacturing Capability Building Proceedings of the Opening Ceremony The session opened with the Deep Prajvalan, the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, signifying the transition from…
Gold means everything to us. We offer it at weddings, lock it in bank lockers, pray to it on Dhanteras, and see it as the peak of financial security. Gold is so ingrained in our culture that even thinking about it can seem like committing an act of disloyalty, if not being impolite. And here…
SHANTI Bill and Civil Nuclear Cooperation Agreement Between Bharat and Australia For Bharat, Russia and France remain important nuclear partners. Canada has long been supplying uranium to Bharat. Australia could now become another reliable long-term supplier of uranium. PM Narendra Modi’s 8-10 July 2026 visit to Australia has produced an outcome, among others, of considerable…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted ‘Raksha Shakti’ as a key pillar of Viksit Bharat, stressing self-reliance in defence and India’s ambition to become a global supplier of next-generation technologies. He called for stronger indigenous capabilities, advanced drones, counter-drone and hypersonic systems, cybersecurity, modern civil defence, and enhanced military preparedness. Source: PIB PRESS RELEASE Read More…
The USS George Washington is heading towards the Middle East as concerns grow. The USS Abraham Lincoln faces an extended deployment, setting a new record. Lawmakers are seeking greater accountability from the Pentagon regarding carrier conditions. The Navy acknowledges disruptions and supply shortages impacting sailors at sea. Mental health concerns have also emerged for personnel…
Several US states are marking India’s 80th Independence Day by proclaiming August 15, 2026, as ‘India Day’ or ‘India Independence Day’. Delaware, New York, New Jersey and Massachusetts have recognised the occasion, celebrating India’s heritage and the Indian-American community’s contributions while highlighting enduring ties between the US and India. Source: THE ECONOMIC TIMES Read More…
The MSME ministry is set to announce new regulations for small businesses next month. These amendments focus on improving invoice financing through the Trade Receivables Discounting System, ultimately aiming to bolster cost efficiency and global competitiveness. As Parliament has recently addressed issues of delayed payments, digital platforms will play a crucial role in overseeing the…
