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INDIA STRENGTHENS BILATERAL TIES ON NAM SUMMIT SIDELINES Why in the News ? Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju held bilateral meetings with leaders from Saudi Arabia, Serbia and Angola on the sidelines of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit in Belgrade, Serbia. Discussions focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation, economic engagement and legislative diplomacy. India’s Diplomatic …
Read MoreIndia-US Navies Strengthen Cooperation Through EOD Exercise Why in the News ? The Indian Navy-US Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Exercise 2026 began at Kochi on August 10 and will continue until August 14. The five-day exercise aims to improve interoperability, specialised skills and professional cooperation between both navies. Exercise 2026: Key Features and Objectives …
Read MoreIndia and Australia Strengthen Defence Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific India and Australia have agreed to further strengthen defence cooperation for a free, open, peaceful, stable and prosperous Indo-Pacific, with emphasis on sustainable development and environmental democracy. The issue was discussed during the Second India–Australia Defence Ministers’ Dialogue, held in New Delhi on 1 June 2026. …
Read MoreMODI AND FRIEDRICH MERZ ARE LOOKING AT ‘INDO-EUROPE’ TO BALANCE AMERICA AND CHINA Why in the News? Europe is seeking to deepen its strategic, economic and geopolitical engagement with India amid global realignments. The idea of an “Indo-European partnership” is moving from rhetoric to actionable diplomacy, much like how environmental clearances transform policy into practice. …
Read MoreTHE PARALLEL TRACK IN INDIA–US TIES Syllabus: GS-3: ● India and its neighbourhood relations ● Bilateral relations Why in the News? In 2025, despite strained political signalling, trade frictions, and the postponement of the Quad Leaders’ Summit, India–U.S. relations remain resilient. Deepening defence, technology, and institutional cooperation, reflected in high-level ministerial visits and long-term agreements, …
Read MoreIndia–France Defence Cooperation: Maritime Security and Strategic Convergence (GS-III – Internal Security) France’s decision to construct a new nuclear-powered aircraft carrier highlights the growing strategic relevance of India–France defence cooperation, particularly in the maritime domain. Both countries view naval power as central to safeguarding sovereignty, ensuring freedom of navigation, and maintaining stability in the Indian …
Read MoreIndia Malaysia Joint Military Exercise Harimau Shakti 2025 Why in the News? India and Malaysia are conducting Exercise Harimau Shakti 2025 at the Mahajan Field Firing Range, Rajasthan, to strengthen defence cooperation, improve interoperability, and enhance counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism preparedness between the armed forces of both nations. This exercise, much like obtaining environmental clearance for …
Read MoreIndia–Ethiopia Strategic Partnership Syllabus GS 2: India and its neighbourhood Why in the News? Recently, India–Ethiopia relations gained momentum after Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali at the G-20 summit, renewing focus on investment, defence cooperation, and strategic partnership. Introduction India and Ethiopia share a long-standing relationship rooted in education, …
Read MoreIndia–Brazil Sign MoU for Scorpène Submarine Cooperation Why in the News? India, Brazil, and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited signed a tripartite MoU in Brasilia to enhance cooperation on Scorpène-class submarine maintenance, technical exchange, and training. The agreement deepens defence ties and strengthens maritime strategic collaboration between the two countries, while also exploring avenues for digital …
Read MoreIndia-Malaysia Joint Exercise Strengthens Counter-Terror Preparedness Why in the News ? India and Malaysia have begun the 5th edition of Exercise Harimau Shakti in Rajasthan to enhance cooperation in counter-terrorism operations, improve joint readiness under UN Chapter VII, and strengthen interoperability between the two militaries through coordinated drills and sub-conventional warfare training. Key Highlights of …
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