22Dec 2025

India–France Defence Cooperation: Maritime Security and Strategic Convergence

India–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 …

Indian Ocean security cooperation today

SECURITY COOPERATION IN INDIAN OCEAN Syllabus: GS-2: India and its neighbourhood relations Bilateral and global groupings involving India. Why in the News? The 7th Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) summit hosted by India in November 2025 highlighted an evolving framework for Indian Ocean security cooperation, driven by rising maritime challenges, geopolitical shifts, China’s growing footprint, and …

INS Trikand at Bright Star 2025: India’s Naval Edge

Exemption Granted to Sri Lankan Tamil Refugees in India: A Model for Inclusive Policies Why in the News? The Union Home Ministry has exempted Sri Lankan Tamil refugees who came to India before January 9, 2015, from penal provisions under the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025, ensuring they are not treated as illegal migrants despite …

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India–France Defence Cooperation: Maritime Security and Strategic Convergence

Indian Ocean security cooperation today

INS Trikand at Bright Star 2025: India’s Naval Edge

UPSC Prelims 2026 Live Paper Discussion & Detailed Answer Key Analysis