Hegseth urges Europe to lead continent's defence, calls for 'NATO 3.0'America's Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is calling for a stronger NATO. He wants European nations to take charge of their continent's defe...
18 Jun, 2026, 01.16 PM IST
We cannot let AI frontier models fall into hands of authoritarian regimes: French President Emmanuel MacronArtificial intelligence frontier models must not be allowed to fall into the hands of authoritarian regimes, but democracies must co-ope...
17 Jun, 2026, 09.56 PM IST
G7 leaders vow closer ties on AI as they hash out 'trusted partners' schemeG7 leaders are coordinating on advanced AI risks and opportunities. They are discussing a "trusted partners" scheme to grant non-US nations...
17 Jun, 2026, 08.43 PM IST
India-EU free trade deal to be inked by year-end: Ursula von der LeyenIndia and the European Union are set to sign a major free trade agreement by year-end. This follows talks between Prime Minister Narendra M...
17 Jun, 2026, 06.28 PM IST
US not 'pulling away' from allies by cutting NATO commitments: Mark RutteUnited States is reducing its military assets pledged to NATO. NATO chief Mark Rutte stated this is not a US withdrawal but an adjustment. ...
17 Jun, 2026, 03.36 PM IST
EU countries need a more integrated defence market, defence commissioner saysA unified European Union defence market promises to boost the bloc's defence sector. Governments could procure more European-made equipment...
17 Jun, 2026, 02.59 PM IST
Doubled in 5 years: India's military-industrial moment has arrivedIndia's defence production has surged to a record Rs 1.78 lakh crore in FY26, nearly quadrupling since 2013-14. This growth, fueled by the ...
17 Jun, 2026, 02.45 PM IST
Japan company to set up rare earths magnet unit in Andhra PradeshJapan's Proterial will invest ₹2,250 crore to build a rare earth magnet plant in Andhra Pradesh. This facility will produce vital component...
17 Jun, 2026, 11.19 AM IST
As Europe rearms, 'wingman' aircraft take centre stageEurope and the United States are developing advanced AI-powered drones. These unmanned aircraft, known as wingman drones, will fly alongsid...
16 Jun, 2026, 11.51 AM IST
India, Slovakia upgrade ties to comprehensive partnership; ink 11 pactsThe two leaders also agreed to work towards the "earliest" implementation of the India-European Union free trade agreement that is expected...
15 Jun, 2026, 06.54 PM IST
India, Italy can expand cooperation in Africa through AI Hub and development initiatives: Ambassador BartoliIndia and Italy are set to boost their collaboration in Africa. An AI Hub for Sustainable Development is planned, alongside initiatives in ...
15 Jun, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
EU Commission looking at practical consequences of Anthropic decision, spokesperson saysThe EU is scrutinizing US export controls on advanced AI models, citing potential discrimination against partners. AI firm Anthropic is dis...
14 Jun, 2026, 07.30 PM IST
PM Modi, French President Emmanuel Macron to inaugurate Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice todayPrime Minister Narendra Modi is set to make waves in Nice as he inaugurates Bharat Innovates 2026 alongside French President Emmanuel Macro...
14 Jun, 2026, 09.03 AM IST
Countering maritime contestation: India, France set to deepen undersea defence capabilitiesIndia and France are set to strengthen defense cooperation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to France will focus on accelerating key m...
12 Jun, 2026, 08.28 PM IST
'Europeans sell weapons, which are used to attack India': Jaishankar raises arms exports issueIndia's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar defended the country's decision to buy Russian oil. He stated that cost and availability gu...
12 Jun, 2026, 04.42 PM IST
US plans major cut to fighter jets, warships for NATO operations in Europe, NYT reportsThe United States is set to significantly reduce its aircraft and warships available for NATO operations in Europe, impacting long-range st...
12 Jun, 2026, 03.21 PM IST
British defence minister John Healey quits over defence spendingBritish Defence Minister John Healey resigned, citing Prime Minister Keir Starmer's failure to commit necessary resources for national defe...
11 Jun, 2026, 05.18 PM IST