Russia’s delivery of the first batch of nuclear fuel for Unit-3 of the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (KKNPP) arrived in India on the same day President Vladimir Putin  began his state visit to New Delhi. This synchronised development highlighted not only the operational progress at India’s largest nuclear power project but also the strategic depth of Indo-Russian energy cooperation. The shipment, flown in by a special Rosatom cargo aircraft, represents the initial phase of a

Russia is intensifying efforts to expand its economic engagement with India, moving beyond traditional trade in energy and raw materials towards a broader, balanced, and investment-driven relationship. The focus is on increasing imports of Indian goods and services, while boosting Russian investments across multiple sectors in India. This renewed momentum was highlighted during high-level meetings between Russian officials and India’s leadership ahead of the 23rd India-Russia

India is poised to take a major step forward in developing a fully integrated solar-manufacturing ecosystem, with ReNew Photovoltaics announcing the establishment of a 6-gigawatt (GW) solar ingot-wafer facility in Andhra Pradesh . The project, valued at ₹3,990 crore, will be built at Rambilli in Anakapalli district, marking the country’s first large-scale, end-to-end ingot-wafer manufacturing plant. The initiative positions Andhra Pradesh  as a strategic renewable-energy manu

On 4 December 2025, New Delhi hosted the 13th India–Netherlands Foreign Office Consultations (FOC), where officials from both nations explored avenues to deepen cooperation in critical technologies, innovation, defence, security, and priority areas under the Water, Agriculture, and Health (WAH) agenda. The meeting brought together India’s Sibi George, Secretary (West) at the Ministry of External Affairs, and Christiaan Rebergen, Secretary-General of the Netherlands’ Ministry

Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) launching a dedicated women’s wing, Jamaat-ul-Mominaat (JUM). Reports indicate that more than 5,000 women have already joined this newly formed extremist unit within weeks, triggering grave concerns among Indian and global security agencies. What initially appeared as an online religious course has now expanded into a full-fledged female radicalisation network aiming to recruit, indoctrinate, and mobilise women for militant activities. Image from OpIndi

As Russian President Vladimir Putin  arrived in New Delhi for a high-profile visit, Indian and international media were flooded with reports claiming that India had signed a fresh USD 2-billion agreement with Russia to lease a nuclear-powered attack submarine. The story suggested a major breakthrough in defence ties and portrayed the deal as newly finalised to strengthen India’s undersea warfare capabilities. However, within hours, the Indian government issued a firm rebuttal

India marked Navy Day with pride and gratitude as Prime Minister Narendra Modi  paid tribute to the Indian Navy, acknowledging its courage, discipline and unwavering commitment to protecting the nation’s maritime frontiers. His message, resonating across the country, highlighted both the Navy’s historic legacy and its modern role in a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape. December 4 marks the Navy's success during the 1971 war | NDTV Prime Minister Modi’s Message of Apprec

New Delhi witnessed a rare diplomatic moment on 4 December 2025, as Russian President Vladimir Putin  arrived for a two-day state visit. In a gesture that underscores the significance of the trip, Prime Minister Narendra Modi  personally received Putin  at Palam Airport. The reception included a red carpet welcome and traditional cultural performances, reflecting the longstanding strategic ties between India and Russia . The leaders shared a warm embrace and handshake before

India and the European Union  have taken a significant step toward strengthening maritime security by jointly organising a high-level workshop on safeguarding critical undersea cables. Held in New Delhi and coordinated by the National Maritime Foundation (NMF) and the EU’s ESIWA+ initiative, the workshop brought together military officers, coast-guard representatives, policymakers, and private cable-sector experts from India, the EU, and several Indian Ocean countries. The ce

India has strengthened its position in advanced aerospace safety technology after the Defence Research and Development Organisation  (DRDO) successfully conducted a high-speed rocket-sled test of a fighter aircraft escape system. The achievement, carried out at the Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory (TBRL) in Chandigarh , marks a major milestone in the country’s capability to independently test and validate life-saving technologies for combat pilots. The Ministry of Defe

The forthcoming visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin  to India on December 4–5, 2025, marks a defining moment in the long-standing and strategically vital partnership between New Delhi and Moscow . Taking place amid global political shifts, sanctions pressure, conflict-driven realignments, and an increasingly multipolar world, the summit symbolizes not merely a ceremonial engagement but a recalibration of a historic alliance. For India, the visit offers an opportunity to

Sri Lanka  is reeling under one of the deadliest natural disasters in recent memory after Cyclone Ditwah tore through the island, triggering massive floods, landslides, and large-scale devastation across 22 districts. Entire towns were submerged, hilly regions collapsed under mudslides, and thousands were displaced overnight. With the death toll rising past several hundred and many still missing, the scale of destruction has overwhelmed local authorities and pushed the nation

The 2025 India–Russia  Annual Summit, scheduled for 4–5 December, marks another significant chapter in the long-standing partnership between New Delhi and Moscow. With Russian President Vladimir Putin  visiting India, the summit arrives amid a delicate geopolitical environment, characterized by rising global tensions and Western pressure on Russia. For India, the summit presents an opportunity to reaffirm its strategic autonomy while deepening cooperation across multiple sect

India’s security establishment remains on heightened alert as intelligence agencies confirm the presence of nearly 120 Pakistan -backed terrorists stationed at 69 active launch pads across the Line of Control (LoC). These launch pads, located in Pakistan -occupied Kashmir (PoK), continue to serve as forward bases for infiltration attempts into Jammu and Kashmir  despite earlier Indian strikes and ongoing counter-terror operations. Senior officials of the Border Security Force

India’s maritime security architecture is set for a major transformation as INS Aridhaman, the country’s third indigenously built nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine, approaches commissioning. With the vessel now in the final phase of trials, the Indian Navy  stands on the brink of significantly enlarging and strengthening its sea-based nuclear shield. The induction of INS Aridhaman marks not only a milestone in India’s underwater combat capabilities but also a decisi

India has taken a significant step in global biosecurity discourse by calling for the modernization of the international framework governing biological weapons. Speaking at a conference commemorating 50 years of the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC), External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar  emphasized that the threat of biological attacks is no longer a distant possibility. He highlighted that advancements in biotechnology and the rise of non-state actors have made the misu

In a world increasingly beset by natural disasters, humanitarian emergencies, and complex crises, India has emerged as a reliable first responder, consistently extending a helping hand to nations in distress. Through rapid deployment of rescue teams, medical personnel, and relief supplies, India has demonstrated not only operational capability but also a deep-rooted commitment to global solidarity. Indian Navy personnel loading relief material on to INS Karmuk before it heads

Prime Minister Narendra Modi , in the 128ᵗʰ edition of Mann Ki Baat, placed India’s youth—especially Generation Z —at the heart of the country’s evolving innovation landscape. His message was clear: young Indians are not just inheriting a rising nation; they are actively building it through their creativity, determination, and fearless experimentation. Drawing from recent achievements in space science, aviation, defence, and technology, Modiji  described Gen Z as the torchbea

Russian President Vladimir Putin  will arrive in New Delhi on December 4–5, 2025, for the long-awaited India–Russia  Annual Summit. This visit — the first since the outbreak of the Ukraine conflict — comes at a crucial moment in global geopolitics. For both nations, it represents an opportunity to reinforce their “Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership,” strengthen defence and energy ties, and redefine cooperation in an increasingly multipolar world. Russian President V

India’s first dedicated solar observatory, Aditya-L1 , has entered a decisive phase of its mission as the Sun marches toward its maximum activity in 2026. Positioned strategically around the Sun–Earth Lagrange Point L1, the spacecraft is preparing to deliver unprecedented insights into one of nature’s most powerful and unpredictable forces — our star. CMEs produce beautiful auroras, but they can also damage satellites electronic systems | NDTV A Mission Positioned at the Perf