August 2025 - India Special Weapons News

China and India are cooperation partners, not rivals: Xi Global Times 31 Aug 2025 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday told Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi that China and India are cooperation partners, not rivals, and that the two countries are each other's development opportunities rather than threats.
Prime Minister's bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping (August 31, 2025) India MEA 31 Aug 2025 -- Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met with Mr. Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China, on the sidelines of the Summit of the leaders of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in Tianjin on 31 August 2025.
Transcript of Special Briefing by MEA on Prime Minister's visit to China (August 31, 2025) India MEA 31 Aug 2025
Prime Minister meets with Sr. Gen. Min Aung Hlaing, Chairman of the State Security and Peace Commission of Myanmar, on the sidelines of the SCO Summit (August 31, 2025) India MEA 31 Aug 2025 -- Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met today with Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, Chairman of the State Security and Peace Commission of Myanmar, on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit in Tianjin.
USS Frank Cable visits Chennai, India US Navy 29 Aug 2025 -- The submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40) departed Chennai, India, Aug. 27, after a scheduled port visit.
Indian Air Force Intensifies Flood Relief Operations Across Northern Punjab and Jammu India PIB 29 Aug 2025 -- The Indian Air Force (IAF) has escalated its flood relief and rescue operations in Northern India since 27 August 2025, focusing primarily on the severely affected Jammu and Punjab regions.
CONCLUSION OF 'EMERGING LEADERS PANEL DISCUSSION' HELD UNDER THE AEGIS OF INDIAN OCEAN NAVAL SYMPOSIUM (IONS-2025) India PIB 29 Aug 2025 -- The 'Emerging Leaders Panel Discussion' under the aegis of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) was held at Southern Naval Command, Kochi from 27 to 28 Aug 2025.
INDIAN NAVAL SHIPS TAMAL AND SURAT ARRIVED AT JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA India PIB 29 Aug 2025 -- INS Tamal, the eighth ship of the Talwar-class stealth frigates, and INS Surat, the latest indigenously constructed guided-missile destroyer of the Indian Navy, arrived at Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on 27 and 28 Aug 2025, respectively
Transcript of Special briefing by MEA on Prime Minister's visit to Japan (August 29, 2025) India MEA 29 Aug 2025
Joint Declaration on Security Cooperation between India and Japan India PIB 29 Aug 2025
China and India reach multiple consensuses on boundary question: Defense Spokesperson PRC MND 28 Aug 2025 -- "During the 24th Round of Talks Between the Special Representatives of China and India on the Boundary Question, the Chinese side and the Indian side, in a positive and constructive spirit, had a candid and in-depth exchange of views on the boundary question and reached multiple consensuses," said Senior Colonel Zhang Xiaogang, spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defense, at a regular press conference on Thursday.
7th meeting of India-Saudi Arabia Joint Committee on Defence Cooperation held in New Delhi India PIB 28 Aug 2025 -- The 7th meeting of India-Saudi Arabia Joint Committee on Defence Cooperation (JCDC) took place in New Delhi on August 28, 2025
India to increase Russian oil imports despite US threats: Report Press TV 28 Aug 2025 -- In a move that defies the new tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump to penalize India for purchasing oil from Russia, New Delhi has reportedly ramped up its Russian oil imports.
INDIAN AIR FORCE RESPONDS SWIFTLY TO JAMMU AND PUNJAB FLOODS India PIB 27 Aug 2025 -- The Indian Air Force continues to demonstrate its commitment to national service by launching extensive relief and rescue missions in response to the rising water levels and devastating floods caused by incessant rains in Jammu region and northern Punjab.
INDIAN ARMY TERRIER CYBER QUEST 2025: NATIONAL CYBER CHALLENGE FOCUSED ON EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES LIKE AI, ML, QUANTUM AND DRONE TECHNOLOGY India PIB 27 Aug 2025 -- As part of the Decade of Transformation, the Indian Army's Territorial Army in collaboration with IIT Madras, Indian Army Research Cell (IARC) and CyberPeace, is conducting Indian Army Terrier Cyber Quest 2025 a national-level challenge designed to address real defence and cybersecurity threats
Over 700 Armed Forces Personnel Gear Up to Participate in 'Exercise Bright Star 2025' India PIB 27 Aug 2025 -- More than 700 personnel from the Armed Forces & Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff are set to participate in the Multilateral Exercise 'BRIGHT STAR 2025' from August 28 to September 10, 2025.
CDS releases Joint Doctrines for Special Forces Operations and Airborne & Heliborne Operations at RAN SAMWAD India PIB 27 Aug 2025 -- Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan released two landmark doctrinal publications - Joint Doctrine for Special Forces Operations and Joint Doctrine for Airborne & Heliborne Operations - during RAN SAMWAD Tri-service seminar at the Army War College in Dr Ambedkar Nagar, Madhya Pradesh on August 27, 2025
Mastering existing tech & staying ready for new innovations & unforeseen challenges is key to effectively tackle complexities of modern-day warfare: Raksha Mantri at RAN SAMWAD India PIB 27 Aug 2025 -- Dubbing the fusion of technology and surprise as the main reason behind the growing complexity & unpredictably of modern-day warfare, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has emphasised the need to remain prepared for new innovations and unforeseen challenges while mastering existing technologies to stay ahead of the curve
Trump's 50% tariff on imports from India takes effect IRNA 27 Aug 2025 -- US President Donald Trump has doubled the tax on goods imported from India, jeopardizing decades of a favorable trade relationship between the two allies.
US Raises Tariffs On India To 50 Percent Over Russian Oil Purchases RFE/RL 27 Aug 2025 -- US President Donald Trump has made good on his threat to impose a 50 percent tariff on nearly all Indian goods over New Delhi's purchases of Russian oil.
US' doubling of tariffs on Indian goods takes effect Global Times 27 Aug 2025 -- US administration's steep 50 percent tariffs on India have taken effect on Wednesday, which makes India among the countries paying the highest tariffs in the world. Indian officials urged citizens to buy more products made in the country.
PM Narendra Modi receives a telephone call from President Alexander Stubb of Finland India MEA 27 Aug 2025 -- Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi received a phone call from the President of the Republic of Finland H.E. Alexander Stubb today.
Steep US tariffs set to hit Indian exports from Wed; Modi avoids four calls from Trump, claims German media Global Times 27 Aug 2025 -- Steep new tariffs from the US on India's goods will take effect from Wednesday, escalating tensions between the strategic partners, according to media reports.
Indian PM 'ignored' 4 phone calls by Trump amid US-triggered trade fight: Report Press TV 27 Aug 2025 -- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reportedly brushed off several attempts by Donald Trump to reach him on the phone as a trade fight between the countries, which has been triggered by the US president's heavy-handed and unprecedented trade tariffs, spirals.
India - US 2+2 Intersessional Dialogue India MEA 26 Aug 2025 -- On 25 August 2025 Additional Secretary (Americas) in the Ministry of External Affairs Nagaraj Naidu Kakanur and Joint Secretary (International Cooperation) in the Ministry of Defense Vishwesh Negi co-chaired the virtual India-US 2+2 Intersessional Dialogue alongside US Senior Bureau Official for the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs Bethany P. Morrison and Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs Jedidiah P. Royal.
U.S.-India 2+2 Intersessional Dialogue US Dept. of State 26 Aug 2025 -- Yesterday, Senior Bureau Official for the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs Bethany P. Morrison and Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs Jedidiah P. Royal co-chaired the virtual U.S.-India 2+2 Intersessional Dialogue alongside Indian Ministry of External Affairs Additional Secretary Nagaraj Naidu Kakanur and Indian Ministry of Defense Joint Secretary Vishwesh Negi.
Transcript of Special briefing by MEA on Prime Minister's visit to Japan and China (August 26, 2025) India MEA 26 Aug 2025
Multi-mission stealth frigates - INS Udaygiri & INS Himgiri - commissioned into Indian Navy in the presence of Raksha Mantri in Vizag India PIB 26 Aug 2025 -- As a testimony to India's growing shipbuilding prowess and its march towards self-reliance, two multi-mission stealth frigates of Project 17A - INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri - were commissioned into the Indian Navy in the presence of Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh at the Naval Base, Visakhapatnam on August 26, 2025
Decisive joint responses across domains, enabled by self-reliance & integrated logistics, will be key to victory in future wars: CDS at RAN SAMWAD India PIB 26 Aug 2025 -- Emphasising that battlefields of tomorrow will not recognise service boundaries, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan has called for swift and decisive joint responses across domains to ensure victory in future wars
Stage set for RAN SAMWAD-2025, a first-of-its-kind Tri-service seminar on war, warfare & warfighting, at Army War College in MP India PIB 25 Aug 2025 -- A two-day sui generis Tri-service dialogue on war, warfare and warfighting 'RAN SAMWAD-2025' is set to commence at the Army War College in Dr Ambedkar Nagar, Madhya Pradesh on August 26, 2025
People in border areas provided full support to the Armed Forces during Operation Sindoor, says Raksha Mantri India PIB 25 Aug 2025 -- "People in border areas provided full support to the Armed Forces during Operation Sindoor, which is testament to the fact that the security of the nation is not just the responsibility of the Government or the military, but of every citizen," said Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath during the inauguration of a Defence & Sports Academy in Jodhpur, Rajasthan on August 25, 2025
INDIAN NAVY SET TO COMMISSION ADVANCED STEALTH FRIGATES UDAYGIRI AND HIMGIRI India PIB 25 Aug 2025 -- "Amalgamation of defence, education and sports is crucial to building a secure & strong nation"
Prime Minister of Fiji calls on the President India MEA 25 Aug 2025 -- The Prime Minister of the Republic of Fiji, Hon'ble Shri Sitiveni Ligamamada Rabuka, called on the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan today (August 25, 2025).
Transcript of Special briefing by MEA on Visit of Prime Minister of Fiji to India (August 25, 2025) India MEA 25 Aug 2025
India tests new air defense system; Chinese expert calls inclusion of laser weapon notable but questions operational effectiveness Global Times 25 Aug 2025 -- India has successfully tested a new integrated air defense system consisting of a variety of weapons that shot down three targets at different altitudes and ranges off the coast of India's eastern state of Odisha, Indian media reported on Monday citing the country's defense ministry.
Jaishankar rejects linking evolving India-China ties to 'US moves': media reports Global Times 24 Aug 2025 -- Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Saturday dismissed speculation that recent diplomatic outreach between India and China was driven by Washington's trade actions, including US President Donald Trump's tariff moves, Indian media reported.
DRDO successfully conducts maiden flight-tests of Integrated Air Defence Weapon System India PIB 24 Aug 2025 -- Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted the maiden flight-tests of Integrated Air Defence Weapon System (IADWS) off the coast of Odisha at around 1230 hrs on August 23, 2025
'Don't like it, don't buy it': Indian FM pushes back on US pressure, stands by Russian oil imports Press TV 24 Aug 2025 -- Indian Foreign Minister has defended New Delhi's continued imports of Russian oil despite US tariffs on Indian goods, saying that if others "don't like it, don't buy it."
An Indian will announce 'Viksit Bharat 2047' from the surface of Moon in 2040, and this will send a message around the universe that India has arrived: Dr Jitendra Singh India PIB 23 Aug 2025 -- In a speech blended with science, poetry, realism and future promise, Union Minister for Science & Technology Dr
INDIAN NAVAL SHIP KADMATT COMPLETES PORT CALL AT SURABAYA India PIB 23 Aug 2025 -- Indian Naval Ship INS Kadmatt, an indigenous ASW corvette, successfully completed a three-day port call at Surabaya, Indonesia, strengthening the bond of friendship, trust, and interoperability between the Indian Navy and the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL)
INS TAMAL CONCLUDES PORT CALL AT SOUDA BAY, GREECE India PIB 23 Aug 2025 -- INS Tamal, the latest stealth frigate of the Indian Navy, on her passage to home base in India, called at Souda Bay, Greece, 19-22 Aug 2025
Visit of External Affairs Minister to Russia (August 19 - 21, 2025) India MEA 22 Aug 2025 -- External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar visited Russia from 19-21 August 2025 to co-chair the 26th Session of the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technological and Cultural Cooperation (IRIGC-TEC).
Indian ethos do not see global order as a contest for dominance, but as a shared journey towards harmony, dignity, and mutual respect for all: Raksha Mantri India PIB 22 Aug 2025 -- "Indian ethos do not see global order as a contest for dominance, but as a shared journey towards harmony, dignity, and mutual respect for all
India's so-called 'clarification' came as a surprise: Chinese FM spokesperson Global Times 21 Aug 2025 -- Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Thursday that the Indian side's so-called "clarification" on Taiwan question came as a surprise, and expressed hope that India will earnestly abide by the one-China principle.
"Shubhanshu's Space voyage vindicates the vision of an Atmanirbhar and Vishwabandhu Bharat": Dr Jitendra Singh India PIB 21 Aug 2025 -- Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr
PARLIAMENT QUESTION: STARTUPS IN THE SPACE SECTOR India PIB 21 Aug 2025
PARLIAMENT QUESTION: SUPPORT TO STATES FOR THEIR INITIATIVES IN THE SPACE SECTOR India PIB 21 Aug 2025 -- Government of India through IN-SPACe, Department of Space, has sought willingness from state governments to establish spacemanufacturing clusters in their respective states. IN-SPACe will establish Common Technical Facilities within the space manufacturingclusters which will have capital intensive infrastructure required for realising the space systems.
PARLIAMENT QUESTION: SATELLITE DATA FOR AGRICULTURE, WATER RESOURCES AND DISASTER MANAGEMENT India PIB 21 Aug 2025 -- Paddy crop mapping, Kharif sown area, weekly sowing & harvesting progress, drought monitoring; groundwater prospects, recharge plan and quality mapping at 1:50,000 scale; monitoring of water spread of waterbodies of size greater than 1 ha (8,368 no
INDIAN NAVAL SHIP TAMAL ARRIVED AT SOUDA BAY, GREECE India PIB 21 Aug 2025 -- INS Tamal, the latest stealth frigate, arrived at Souda Bay, Greece, on 19 Aug 2025 during her return passage to India post commissioning in Russia
CONCLUSION OF SLINEX-2025 India PIB 21 Aug 2025 -- The 12th edition of the India - Sri Lanka bilateral naval exercise SLINEX-25 successfully concluded at Colombo on 18 Aug 2025, reaffirming shared commitment and maritime security
PM Narendra Modi receives a telephone call from President Macron India MEA 21 Aug 2025 -- Today, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi received a phone call from the President of the French Republic H.E. Emmanuel Macron.
India, Russia aim for $100bn trade despite US pushback Press TV 21 Aug 2025 -- India has disclosed plans to increase its annual trade with Russia to $100 billion by 2030, despite US opposition to the growing cooperation between Moscow and New Delhi.
Meeting with Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar President of Russia 21 Aug 2025 -- Vladimir Putin met in the Kremlin with Minister of External Affairs of the Republic of India, co-chair of the Intergovernmental Russian-Indian Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technical and Cultural Cooperation Subrahmanyam Jaishankar.
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's statement and answers to media questions at a joint news conference following talks with Minister of External Affairs of India Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Moscow, August 21, 2025 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 21 Aug 2025
Press release on Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's talks with India's Minister of External Affairs Subrahmanyam Jaishankar Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 21 Aug 2025
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's opening remarks during talks with India's Minister of External Affairs Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Moscow, August 21, 2025 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 21 Aug 2025
PARLIAMENT QUESTION: SPACE PROJECTS IN LADAKH India PIB 20 Aug 2025 -- ISRO is realising Resourcesat-3 & 3A, Resourcesat-3S & 3SA, HRSAT, G20 Satellite and TRISHNA Satellite by 2027-2028, to improve remote sensing observations in the country, benefiting the Union Territory of Ladakh also
PARLIAMENT QUESTION: KULASEKARAPATTINAM SPACEPORT India PIB 20 Aug 2025 -- The current status of infrastructure development at the Kulasekarapattinam spaceport, including the timeline for its full commissioning and the funds allocated and utilized for the project so far:
PARLIAMENT QUESTION: PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS IN SPACE TECHNOLOGY SECTOR India PIB 20 Aug 2025 -- IN-SPACe has signed two MoUs with Government of Karnataka for (i) providing support towards activities of Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Space Technology and (ii) setting up the Space Manufacturing Hub in Karnataka
Successful test-firing of 'Agni 5' Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile India PIB 20 Aug 2025 -- Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile 'Agni 5' was successfully test-fired from the Integrated Test Range, Chandipur in Odisha on August 20, 2025
6th High-Level Meeting between ICG and Vietnam Coast Guard held in Hanoi India PIB 20 Aug 2025 -- The 6th High-Level Meeting (HLM) between the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the Vietnam Coast Guard (VCG) was held in Hanoi, Vietnam on August 20, 2025, under the framework of the 2015 Memorandum of Understanding on Coast Guard Cooperation
Ten points of consensus for the 24th Round of Talks Between the Special Representatives of China and India on the Boundary Question PRC MofA 20 Aug 2025 -- On August 19, 2025, the 24th Round of Talks Between the Special Representatives (SR) of China and India on the Boundary Question was held in New Delhi, India.
List of Outcomes of the Meeting between the Foreign Ministers of China and India PRC MofA 20 Aug 2025 -- On 18 August 2025, H.E. Mr. Wang Yi, Member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China held bilateral talks with H.E. Dr. S.Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister of the Republic of India in New Delhi.
Press release on Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's upcoming talks with Foreign Minister of India Subrahmanyam Jaishankar Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 20 Aug 2025
China, India reach consensus on boundary questions, highlight outcomes in trade and direct flights during Wang Yi's visit Global Times 20 Aug 2025 -- As Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to India concluded on Wednesday, the two sides have highlighted a series of consensus on boundary questions as well as outcomes in areas including direct flights and trade. Chinese experts said the meetings marked steady progress and demonstrated both countries' desire to improve their relationship and develop cooperation.
China, India hold special representatives meeting on boundary question Global Times 20 Aug 2025 -- The 24th Round of Talks Between the Special Representatives of China and India on the Boundary Question was held here on Tuesday.
China-India foreign ministers' meeting achieves 10 outcomes Global Times 20 Aug 2025 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, held talks with his Indian counterpart Subrahmanyam Jaishankar here on Monday.
10-point consensus reached during China-India boundary meeting People's Daily 20 Aug 2025 -- The 24th Round of Talks Between the Special Representatives of China and India on the Boundary Question was held here on Tuesday, during which a 10-point consensus was reached.
China and India Hold Special Representatives' Talks on the Boundary Question PRC MofA 19 Aug 2025 -- On August 19, 2025 local time, the 24th Round of Talks Between the Special Representatives of China and India on the Boundary Question was held in New Delhi.
Visit of China's Foreign Minister and Special Representative on the India-China boundary question India MEA 19 Aug 2025 -- At the invitation of the Special Representative and the National Security Advisor Shri Ajit Doval, the Member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China Mr. Wang Yi paid an official visit to India from 18-19 August 2025.
China, India hold 'in-depth and productive' boundary talks Global Times 19 Aug 2025 -- The Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Indian National Security Advisor Ajit Doval had comprehensive, in-depth, and productive communication on the boundary question and bilateral relations on Tuesday as the two sides held the 24th Round of Talks between the Special Representatives of China and India on the Boundary Question, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday.
China hopes India, Pakistan will find proper solution to issues, willing to play positive role based on both sides' willingness: FM Global Times 19 Aug 2025 -- When asked about how China would mediate future India-Pakistan relations given their strained history and the current situation, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Tuesday that as a principle, since both India and Pakistan are China's important neighbors, China is willing to develop friendly and cooperative relations with both. Regarding issues between India and Pakistan, the spokesperson said that China hopes the two countries will be able to find a proper solution, adding that China is willing to play a positive role in this process based on the willingness of both sides.
China to Resume Fertilizer, Rare Earths Exports to India: Govt Source Sputnik 19 Aug 2025 -- China is ready to resume shipments of fertilizers, rare-earth metals, and tunnel-boring machines to India, an Indian government source told reporters in New Delhi.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi calls-on PM Narendra Modi India MEA 19 Aug 2025 -- Today, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi received Mr Wang Yi, Member of the Politburo of the Communist Party and Foreign Minister of China.
Wang Yi Holds Talks with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar PRC MofA 19 Aug 2025 -- On August 18, 2025 local time, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi held talks with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar in New Delhi.
China and India should regard each other as partners rather than rivals or threats: Chinese Foreign Minister Global Times 19 Aug 2025 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held talks with Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on Monday in New Delhi. Wang emphasized that both sides should earnestly draw lessons from the past 75 years, foster a correct strategic perception and regard each other as partners and opportunities rather than rivals or threats.
China, India agree to maintain momentum of bilateral ties People's Daily 19 Aug 2025 -- China and India on Monday agreed to maintain momentum of bilateral ties.
Space experiments conducted by Subhanshu Shukla personify India as "Vishwabandhu" Bharat India PIB 18 Aug 2025 -- Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh said here today that the Space experiments conducted by Subhanshu Shukla personify India as "Vishwabandhu" Bharat because even though these experiments were performed by an Indian using indigenous kits, their benefits would be available to the entire mankind.
China, India to start new round of consultations People's Daily 18 Aug 2025 -- China and India are preparing for a new round of high-level diplomacy aimed at easing their border issues and improving bilateral ties, as Foreign Minister Wang Yi begins a three-day visit to India on Monday, his first in more than three years.
PM Narendra Modi speaks with President Putin India MEA 18 Aug 2025
Telephone conversation with Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi President of Russia 18 Aug 2025
India's ruling party BJP names Radhakrishnan as candidate for country's VP post People's Daily 18 Aug 2025 -- India's ruling party, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has fielded C.P. Radhakrishnan, currently the governor of the southwestern state of Maharashtra, as the federal alliance's candidate for the post of the country's vice president, an election for which was scheduled for Sept. 9.
China willing to work with India to manage differences, promote sustained, healthy, stable devt of bilateral relations: FM spokesperson on Wang Yi's India visit Global Times 18 Aug 2025 -- When asked about China's expectation regarding Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to India and the 24th Round of Talks Between the Special Representatives of China and India on the Boundary Question, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Monday that China is willing to take the opportunity of Wang's visit to India to work together with the Indian side in implementing the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, maintain the momentum of high-level exchanges, enhance political mutual trust, strengthen practical cooperation, properly manage differences, and promote the sustained, healthy, and stable development of China-India relations.
INS TAMAL CONCLUDES PORT CALL AT NAPLES, ITALY India PIB 17 Aug 2025 -- INS Tamal, the latest stealth frigate of the Indian Navy, called at Naples, Italy, from 13-16 Aug 2025 during her return passage to India
EAM's Meeting with ROK Foreign Minister H.E. Cho Hyun (August 16, 2025) India MEA 16 Aug 2025 -- External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar held a wide-ranging and productive round of discussions with the new Foreign Minister of ROK H.E. Cho Hyun today during the latter's first working visit to India in his new role.
Chinese FM responds to India's reported efforts for easier access to Chinese rare earth magnets at upcoming SCO summit Global Times 15 Aug 2025 -- When asked whether China can confirm that India is looking for easier access to Chinese rare earth magnets and the issue is likely to come up in talks between Indian and Chinese leaders on the sidelines of SCO summit, Lin Jian, spokesperson for China's Foreign Ministry, said on Friday "I'd refer you to competent authorities for specifics."
INS TAMAL VISITS NAPLES, ITALY India PIB 15 Aug 2025 -- INS Tamal, the latest stealth frigate of the Indian Navy, arrived at Naples, Italy, on 13 Aug 2025 during her return passage to India after the commissioning in Russia on 01 Jul 25.
INDIAN NAVAL SHIPS IN SRI LANKA FOR SLINEX - 25 India PIB 15 Aug 2025 -- Indian Naval Ships INS Rana (a Guided Missile Destroyer) and INS Jyoti (Fleet Tanker) arrived at Colombo to participate in the 12th edition of Sri Lanka India Naval Exercise (SLINEX-25) scheduled from 14 to 18 Aug 25
Operation Sindoor is a demonstration of India's strategic autonomy & defence self-reliance, says PM Modi in his address on 79th Independence Day India PIB 15 Aug 2025 -- Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has hailed Operation Sindoor as a demonstration of India's strategic autonomy and defence self-reliance
Indian PM Modi warns Pakistan against 'nuclear blackmail,' vows armed response Press TV 15 Aug 2025 -- India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has issued a stern warning to Pakistan against threatening New Delhi with what he called "nuclear blackmail."
India's Modi vows self-reliance in defense, energy amid US tariffs Press TV 15 Aug 2025 -- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has vowed to defend his country "like a wall" amid US tariff threats, stressing India's push for self-reliance in energy and defense capabilities.
Transcript of Weekly Media Briefing by the Official Spokesperson (August 14, 2025) India MEA 14 Aug 2025
DELIVERY OF YARD 3027 (IKSHAK) India PIB 14 Aug 2025 -- Ikshak (Yard 3027), the third of four Survey Vessel (Large) ships, 102nd ship steered by the Indian Navy's Warship Design Bureau, built at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata and overseen by Warship Overseeing Team (Kolkata) was delivered to the Indian Navy on 14 Aug 25.
INS SANDHAYAK COMPLETES MAIDEN PORT CALL AT SINGAPORE India PIB 14 Aug 2025 -- INS Sandhayak, the first Survey Vessel Large (SVL) of Indian Navy with state-of-the-art hydrography capability has concluded a fruitful maiden visit to Singapore
Relevant information will be released in due course, says FM spokesperson on reports that Wang Yi will visit India Global Times 14 Aug 2025 -- In response to media inquiries over reports that Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit Delhi on August 18 and meet with India's National Security Adviser Ajit Doval, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian stated that China and India are maintaining interactions at various levels. "We stand ready to work with India to act on the important common understandings reached between the leaders of our two countries, maintain the momentum of high-level exchanges, cement political mutual trust, enhance practical cooperation, properly handle differences, and promote the sustained, sound, and steady development of China-India ties," said Lin, noting that regarding the specific visit, relevant information will be released in due course.
China stands ready to work with India to promote sound and steady devt of relations: FM says on evolving bilateral ties Global Times 14 Aug 2025 -- When asked about how China sees the bilateral relations with India evolve as India's ties with the US face challenges, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian said on Thursday that China and India are both major developing countries and important members of the Global South. A cooperative pas de deux of the dragon and the elephant as partners helping each other succeed is the right choice for both sides.
Prime Minister receives a telephone call from the President of Uzbekistan India MEA 12 Aug 2025 -- Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi received a telephone call today from the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, H.E. Mr. Shavkat Mirziyoyev.
Raksha Rajya Mantri holds bilateral meeting with Nigerian Minister of State, Defence in New Delhi India PIB 12 Aug 2025 -- Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth held a bilateral meeting with Minister of State, Defence of Nigeria Dr Bello Mohammed Matawalle in New Delhi on August 12, 2025
MODERNIZATION OF CAPF India PIB 12 Aug 2025 -- A Central Sector Scheme namely, Modernization Plan-IV for CAPFs [Assam Rifles (AR), Border Security Force (BSF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), National Security Guard (NSG) and Sashastra Seema
CURBING NAXALISM India PIB 12 Aug 2025 -- The Left Wing Extremists perpetrate violence and kill innocent civilians and Security Forces as they believe in violence as the means to capture State power
PM Modi speaks with President Zelenskyy India MEA 11 Aug 2025
Volodymyr Zelenskyy Held a Phone Call with Narendra Modi President of Ukraine 11 Aug 2025
Pakistan Welcomes the Award Rendered by the Court of Arbitration on the Issues of General Interpretation of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs 11 Aug 2025 -- Pakistan welcomes the Award rendered by the Court of Arbitration on the issues of General Interpretation of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), announced on 8 August 2025, and publicized on the Court's website, today.
Statement by the Spokesperson Regarding the Statement Made by the Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs 11 Aug 2025 -- Responding to media queries regarding the statement made by the Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on the remarks attributed to Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff, the Spokesperson said:
INDIAN NAVY SET TO COMMISSION FRONTLINE STEALTH FRIGATES UDAYGIRI AND HIMGIRI India PIB 11 Aug 2025 -- Indian Navy is preparing for the simultaneous commissioning of two advanced frontline frigates - Udaygiri (F35) and Himgiri (F34) on 26 Aug 25
LIEUTENANT GENERAL SIMON STUART, CHIEF OF AUSTRALIAN ARMY, COMMENCES FOUR-DAY VISIT TO INDIA India PIB 11 Aug 2025 -- Lieutenant General Simon Stuart, Chief of the Australian Army, has arrived in New Delhi on an official visit to India from 11 to 14 August 2025
Indian air force chief claims downing 6 Pakistan aircraft 3 months after clash; Pakistani defense minister swiftly rejects Global Times 10 Aug 2025 -- Indian Air Force chief Amar Preet Singh claimed on Saturday that six Pakistani aircraft - five fighter jets and another large aircraft - were downed during the clash in May. Just hours later, Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif rejected the claim, accusing India of dishonesty and asserting that not a single Pakistani aircraft was hit or destroyed, according to media reports.
INS TAMAL CONCLUDES SUCCESSFUL PORT VISIT TO CASABLANCA, MOROCCO India PIB 10 Aug 2025 -- INS Tamal, the Indian Navy's newest stealth frigate, has completed a port call at Casablanca, Morocco, from 6-9 Aug 2025 during her return voyage to India
Operation Sindoor is proof that India possesses the capability to defeat its enemies with home-grown strength: Raksha Mantri India PIB 10 Aug 2025 -- "Operation Sindoor is proof that India possesses the capability to defeat its enemies with home-grown strength," said Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh while laying the foundation stone of BEML Rail Hub for Manufacturing (BRAHMA), a Greenfield Rail Manufacturing facility at Umariya, Madhya Pradesh on August 10, 2025
Operation Sindoor is a testament to the synergy & operational cohesion among the three Services: CDS India PIB 10 Aug 2025 -- Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan has described the success of 'Operation Sindoor' as a testament to the synergy and operational cohesion among the three Services
Philippines and India Elevate Status of Bilateral Relations to a Strategic Partnership Philippines DFA 09 Aug 2025 -- President Ferdinand R. Marcos and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi witnessed the exchange of the landmark Declaration on the Establishment of Strategic Partnership between the Republic of the Philippines and the Republic of India, exchanged on 05 August 2025 by Secretary of Foreign Affairs Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro and Dr. S. Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs of the Republic of India.
INS SANDHAYAK IN CHANGI NAVAL BASE, SINGAPORE India PIB 09 Aug 2025 -- Indian Naval Ship Sandhayak, the first indigenous Survey Vessel Large (SVL) with state of the art hydrography capability entered Singapore on the momentous occasion of its National Day - 09 Aug 25 for a three-day visit
Defence production soars to an all-time high of Rs 1.51 lakh crore in FY 2024-25 India PIB 09 Aug 2025 -- The annual defence production has soared to an all-time high figure of Rs 1,50,590 crore in the Financial Year (FY) 2024-25
Report on India Pausing Defense Purchases From US 'False and Fabricated' - MoD Official Sputnik 08 Aug 2025 -- A report on India pausing defense purchases from the US is 'false & fabricated', a senior MoD official tells Sputnik.
India Suspends Plans to Buy New Weapons and Aircraft From US Amid Imposed Tariffs - Report Sputnik 08 Aug 2025 -- India has suspended its plans to purchase new weapons and aircraft from the United States following the imposition of tariffs, media reports, citing Indian officials.
PH, India to conduct more maritime drills Philippine News Agency 08 Aug 2025 -- The Philippines and India have agreed to hold more joint maritime exercises, both bilaterally and with other nations, as part of efforts to strengthen security and cooperation in the West Philippine Sea and the wider Indo-Pacific region, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said Friday.
Putin meets senior Indian official amid tariff war with US Press TV 08 Aug 2025 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin has met with visiting Indian National Security Advisor Ajit Doval in Moscow just a day after Washington slapped new tariffs on New Delhi.
India denies suspending US defense purchase amid tariff dispute Press TV 08 Aug 2025 -- India has refuted reports suggesting it has paused planned arms purchases from the United States following an escalation in trade tensions between the two countries.
PM Narendra Modi speaks with President Putin India MEA 08 Aug 2025 -- Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation today with the President of the Russian Federation, H.E. Mr. Vladimir Putin.
Telephone conversation with Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi President of Russia 08 Aug 2025 -- Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi.
BrahMos an important part of PH deterrent capability - DND chief Philippine News Agency 08 Aug 2025 -- The Indian-made BrahMos cruise missile system, three batteries of which were acquired by the Philippines in 2022, is an important part of the country's deterrent capabilities, Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. said Thursday.
Modi, Lula speak on phone amid growing tariff pressure from the US Global Times 08 Aug 2025 -- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva spoke on the phone on Thursday amid growing tariff pressure from the US government.
PM Narendra Modi receives a telephone call from the President of Brazil (August 07, 2025) India MEA 08 Aug 2025 -- Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi received a telephone call today (August 07, 2025) from the President of Brazil, His Excellency, Mr. Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
Modi and Lula discuss Trump's tariffs amid strained trade relations with US Press TV 08 Aug 2025 -- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva have spoken by phone regarding various issues, including the tariffs recently imposed by the United States on goods from both nations.
PARLIAMENT QUESTION: NAVIC India PIB 07 Aug 2025 -- As per Vahan dashboard website 153 certified models are available and 19
PARLIAMENT QUESTION: PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AND USE OF BHUVAN GIS PLATFORM India PIB 07 Aug 2025 -- Access logs of Bhuvan portal show that Jharkhand Space Applications Centre (JSAC), Water Resources Department and Irrigation Department of the Govt
PARLIAMENT QUESTION: STATUS OF GAGANYAAN MISSION India PIB 07 Aug 2025
PARLIAMENT QUESTION: INDIA'S CHANDRAYAAN-4 MISSION India PIB 07 Aug 2025 -- Chandrayaan-4 mission will ensure the safe handling and storage of lunar sample to prevent contamination by transferring the leak proof sample canisters to sample curation facility with contamination control features.
India, Brazil continue to resist against US tariffs Global Times 07 Aug 2025 -- Facing US tariffs, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday he will not compromise the interests of the country's farmers, while Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said he saw no room for direct talks now with US President Donald Trump, according to media reports on Thursday.
CDS formally releases declassified versions of Joint Doctrines for Cyberspace Operations & Amphibious Operations India PIB 07 Aug 2025 -- Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan and Secretary, Department of Military Affairs formally released the declassified versions of the Joint Doctrines for Cyberspace Operations and Amphibious Operations during the Chiefs of Staff Committee meeting in New Delhi on August 07, 2025
Meeting with National Security Advisor to the Prime Minister of India Ajit Doval President of Russia 07 Aug 2025 -- Vladimir Putin received National Security Advisor to the Prime Minister of India Ajit Doval in the Kremlin.
Why is India hardening its stance against U.S. People's Daily 07 Aug 2025 -- U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to "substantially" increase the U.S. tariffs on Indian imports over its "massive" purchase of Russian oil, while India's foreign ministry vowed to "take all necessary measures to safeguard its national interests and economic security," deepening the trade rift between the two countries.
ADDRESSING THREATS TO THE UNITED STATES BY THE GOVERNMENT OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION The White House 06 Aug 2025 -- "Today, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order imposing tariffs on India in response to its continued purchase of Russian Federation oil, and establishing a process for the potential imposition of similar tariffs on other countries that directly or indirectly import oil from the Russian Federation."
Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Addresses Threats to the United States by the Government of the Russian Federation The White House 06 Aug 2025
US-India trade tension further escalates, as Washington raises tariffs on Indian goods to 50% Global Times 06 Aug 2025 -- Growing trade tension between the US and India marked another escalation on Wednesday, as the White House announced that it is imposing an additional 25 percent tariff on India, bringing the total levies against the South Asian country to 50 percent.
Trump raises India tariffs to 50% following threats over Russian oil purchases Press TV 06 Aug 2025 -- US President Donald Trump has announced an additional 25 percent tariff on imports from India, bringing total levies against one of Washington's most important trading partners to 50 percent.
India Condemns New US Tariffs as Unjust, Vows to Take 'All Necessary Measures' in Response Sputnik 06 Aug 2025 -- India considers the US actions to impose new tariffs unfair, unjustified, and unreasonable and will take all necessary measures to protect its national interests, Indian Foreign Ministry spokesman Randhir Jaiswal said on Wednesday.
Pakistan Reaffirms Solidarity with the Kashmiri People on 'Youm-e-Istehsal' Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs 05 Aug 2025 -- On the sixth anniversary of India's illegal and unilateral actions of 5 August 2019 in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), the people and Government of Pakistan are solemnly observing the 'Youm-e- Istehsal', today.
Message from the Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, on 'Youm-e-Istehsal', 5th August 2025 Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs 05 Aug 2025 -- On this day, six years ago, India took a number of unilateral and illegal actions vis-à-vis Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). These measures were aimed at undermining the internationally recognised disputed status of the territory and consolidating the Indian occupation.
Declaration on Establishment of a Strategic Partnership between the Government of the Republic of the Philippines and the Government of the Republic of India Philippines DFA 05 Aug 2025 -- At the invitation of the Prime Minister of India, H.E. Shri Narendra Modi, the President of the Republic of the Philippines, H.E. Mr. Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. paid a State Visit to India on 4-8 August 2025. President Marcos was accompanied by the First Lady, Mme. Louise Araneta Marcos and a high-level official delegation including several Cabinet Ministers of the Philippines and a high-level business delegation.
Marcos: PH, India to boost naval, coast guard interoperability Philippine News Agency 05 Aug 2025 -- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday said the Philippines and India will strengthen interoperability between their naval and coast guard forces under the newly launched Strategic Partnership between the two countries.
Modi: PH, India 'partners by destiny'; defense ties natural, necessary Philippine News Agency 05 Aug 2025 -- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday reaffirmed India's solidarity with the Philippines in upholding peace and maritime security in the Indo-Pacific, declaring the two countries as "friends by choice and partners by destiny" as they officially elevated bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership.
High-level naval drills mark first PH-India maritime activity Philippine News Agency 05 Aug 2025 -- The first bilateral maritime cooperative activity (MCA) between the Philippines and India featured high-level naval maneuvers between the participating units, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) said Monday night.
Inaugural India-New Zealand Defence Strategic Dialogue held in New Delhi India PIB 05 Aug 2025 -- The inaugural edition of India-New Zealand Defence Strategic Dialogue was held in New Delhi on August 05, 2025 to discuss security perspectives and further bolster bilateral cooperation
DAC clears proposals worth Rs 67,000 crore to enhance operational capability of the Armed Forces India PIB 05 Aug 2025 -- The Defence Acquisition Council, under the chairmanship of Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh on August 05, 2025, approved various proposals amounting to a total cost of about Rs 67,000 crore
Adapting to disruptive tech, rethinking legacy structures & prioritising Tri-service synergy key to tackling today's security challenges: CDS India PIB 05 Aug 2025 -- Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan has emphasised the need to adapt swiftly to disruptive technologies, rethink legacy structures and prioritise synergy across the three services to tackle the challenges emanating from the constantly-evolving nature of warfare
INDIAN NAVY'S EASTERN FLEET SHIPS ON OPERATIONAL DEPLOYMENT IN SOUTH EAST ASIA CONCLUDE THE PORT CALL AT MANILA India PIB 05 Aug 2025 -- As part of the ongoing Operational Deployment to South East Asia, Indian Naval Ships INS Delhi (Guided Missile Destroyer), INS Shakti (Fleet Tanker), and INS Kiltan (Anti Submarine Warfare corvette) of the Eastern Fleet, under the Command of Rear Admiral Susheel Menon, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet (FOCEF), concluded their port call at Manila, Philippines
Transcript of Special briefing by MEA on State Visit of President of Philippines to India (August 05, 2025) India MEA 05 Aug 2025
India hits back at US threat to 'substantially' hike tariffs due to oil trade with Russia, calls it unjustified Global Times 05 Aug 2025 -- US President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to "substantially" raise tariffs on goods imported from India, based on that India bought and resold Russian oil. In response, India called the move unjustified and unreasonable, vowing to take all necessary measures to protect its national interests and economic security.
Trump threatens to "substantially" hike tariffs on Indian goods, India says to take necessary measures People's Daily 05 Aug 2025 -- U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to "substantially" raise tariffs on goods imported from India with the excuse that India bought and resold Russian oil.
Philippines, India conduct joint exercises in South China Sea Radio Free Asia 04 Aug 2025 -- Indian and Philippine naval crews sailed together for the first time in the South China Sea, officials said on Monday, one of several joint exercises the Philippine navy has held to counter China's far-reaching maritime claims.
First joint sail with Indian Navy successful - AFP chief Philippine News Agency 04 Aug 2025 -- Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. on Monday said the Philippine Navy's first-ever joint patrol with the Indian Navy is about to end without a hitch.
Trump To Raise India Tariffs Over Russian Oil As Envoy Witkoff Expected In Moscow RFE/RL 04 Aug 2025 -- US President Donald Trump said he will be "substantially raising" tariffs on India over its purchases of Russian oil as his special envoy Steve Witkoff prepares to travel to Moscow this week ahead of a deadline for the Kremlin to take steps to end the war in Ukraine.
India Calls Western Criticism of Russian Oil Imports Unjustified, Vows to Protect Economic Security Sputnik 04 Aug 2025 -- India considers the attacks from the US and EU over its imports of Russian oil unjustified and unreasonable and will take steps to protect its national interests and economic security, Indian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said.
Trump Says Will Raise Tariff for India as New Delhi Resells Russian Oil 'for Big Profits' Sputnik 04 Aug 2025 -- US President Donald Trump said on Monday that he will be increasing the tariff rate for India, accusing New Delhi of reselling sanctioned Russian oil "for big profits."
Report on identities of Pahalgam attackers India PIB 04 Aug 2025 -- A report on identities and background of the Pahalgam attackers is being circulated through media/social media handles and attributed to the Services
GEN UPENDRA DWIVEDI, CHIEF OF THE ARMY STAFF INAUGURATES 'AGNISHODH' RESEARCH CELL AT IIT MADRAS TO BOOST SELF-RELIANCE IN DEFENCE TECHNOLOGY India PIB 04 Aug 2025 -- In a landmark step towards Atmanirbharta in defence technology, the Indian Army has joined hands with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras to establish 'Agnishodh', the Indian Army Research Cell (IARC) on the IIT Madras campus
Underestimation of PL-15 missile range leads to Indian Rafale jet's downing by Pakistan's J-10 aircraft: media Global Times 03 Aug 2025 -- A report by Reuters on Saturday offered more insights into how Pakistan's Chinese-made J-10 fighter jet shot down India's cutting-edge Rafale fighter jet during the two countries' clash on May 7. According to the report, the Rafale pilots underestimated the range of Chinese-made PL-15 missile fired by the J-10.
Joint drills of India, Philippines in S.China Sea 'more symbolic than substantive' Global Times 03 Aug 2025 -- In a move that each side has own calculations, India and the Philippines are set to conduct joint maritime exercises in the South China Sea this week, coinciding with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s official visit to India from Monday to Friday, Philippine News Agency reported, calling the exercises "a bilateral maritime cooperative activity." Chinese experts described the move of India as "gesture politics," which is intended to offer fake commitments to the Philippines regarding the South China Sea issue and to peddle Indian weapons, while Manila seeks to further incite tensions in the region.
Transcript of Weekly Media Briefing by the Official Spokesperson (August 01, 2025) India - Ministry of External Affairs 01 Aug 2025
PH, Indian navies commit to boost defense ties Philippine News Agency 01 Aug 2025 -- The Philippine Navy (PN) and the Indian Navy (IN) reiterated their commitment to boosting their defense ties following the meeting of ranking officials of the two services on Thursday.
PH to get more military equipment from India - Brawner Philippine News Agency 01 Aug 2025 -- The Philippines will be getting more military equipment from India, according to Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr., citing their affordability and quality.
Global trade in chaos as Trump imposes steep tariffs on 92 countries Press TV 01 Aug 2025 -- US President Donald Trump has imposed steep tariffs on exports from 92 countries, including Canada, Switzerland, Brazil, and India, ahead of his self-imposed August 1 deadline that is expected to reignite global trade tensions.
Indian Coast Guard organises Seminar on Coastal Security India PIB 01 Aug 2025 -- Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Headquarters (Eastern Seaboard) conducted a seminar on 'Strengthening Coastal Security through Surveillance, Technology, and Inter Agency Coordination' from 31 July to 01 August 25 at Visakhapatnam.
INDIAN NAVAL SHIPS VISIT MANILA, PHILIPPINES, STRENGTHENING MARITIME COOPERATION IN SOUTH EAST ASIA India PIB 01 Aug 2025 -- As part of the Indian Navy's ongoing operational deployment to South East Asia, Indian Naval Ships INS Delhi, Shakti, and Kiltan, of the Eastern Fleet, commanded by RAdm Susheel Menon, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet (FOCEF) , arrived at Manila, Philippines
Exceptional back-end support by different departments of MoD to the Armed Forces was key to Operation Sindoor's success: Raksha Mantri India PIB 01 Aug 2025 -- To bolster the security structure and safeguard national interests in today's uncertain times, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has called for enhancing the synergy between civil and military personnel, terming the exceptional back-end support provided by different departments of Ministry of Defence (MoD) to the Armed Forces as key to Operation Sindoor'ssuccess

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