China Builds 628 Xiaokang Villages Along LAC, 72% in NE; India Responds with Vibrant Villages Programme for 663 Border Villages

India-Sri Lanka Update FTA, Sign Social Security Pact; $450 Mn Cyclone Aid Package

India and Sri Lanka are deepening ties through a $450 million cyclone reconstruction package, updated FTA negotiations, and a Social Security Agreement. The visit also stressed provincial elections in Sri Lanka and security assurances, making it crucial for India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy and regional stability.

India-UK Sign IGA for Maritime Electric Propulsion for Navy LPDs, Procure LMM Missiles

India and UK are set to sign an Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA) for developing maritime electric propulsion systems for four Landing Platform Docks (LPDs) for the Indian Navy. Additionally, a second IGA for procurement of British Lightweight Multirole Missiles (LMMs) for the Indian Army is imminent. This collaboration includes establishing India's first maritime Land-Based Testing Facility for Integrated Full Electric Propulsion (IFEP) by GE Vernova and BHEL.

India-US Sign Javelin Missile LOA Via FMS Route for Indian Army

India signed a Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) with the US to procure the Javelin anti-tank guided missile system through the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) route. This marks India becoming an official customer of the Javelin and deepens the U.S.-India Major Defence Partnership, opening avenues for co-production.

India Finalises Javelin ATGM Deal via US FMS After 16-Year Process; Co-Production with BDL in Focus

India has finally signed the Letter of Offer and Acceptance for the US-made Javelin anti-tank guided missiles after a 16-year procurement struggle. The deal, routed through Foreign Military Sales, shifts focus to co-assembly and co-production with Bharat Dynamics Limited, while the indigenous MPATGM programme also matures. For exams, remember the chronology: 2010 Javelin attempt → 2014 pivot to Spike → 2017 cancellation → 2019 emergency Spike-LR → 2025 Javelin revival.

US Javelin Anti-Tank Missiles Co-Produced in India via Tata-Raytheon-Lockheed Pact

The US Javelin anti-tank missile system will be co-produced in India through a pact between Tata Advanced Systems and the Javelin Joint Venture (Raytheon & Lockheed Martin). This boosts India’s defence self-reliance under 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat', strengthens US-India strategic ties, and ensures reliable supply for the Indo-Pacific region. For exam aspirants, this is a high-impact case study in defence indigenisation, technology transfer, and regional security.

INS Nipun Commissioned: Indian Navy's 2nd Nistar-class Diving Support Vessel Enhances Submarine Rescue Capability

INS Nipun, the Indian Navy's second Nistar-class Diving Support Vessel, was commissioned at Mumbai. Built indigenously by HSL, it enhances India's submarine rescue, deep-sea diving, and salvage capabilities, marking a step towards Aatmanirbhar Bharat in defence.

SCO Summit 2026 Bishkek: India's Strategic Autonomy with Iran, Chabahar-INSTC, and Nalanda Approach

India's participation in the SCO summit in Bishkek is strategically significant due to Iran's inclusion amid West Asia tensions. The article emphasizes India's balancing act with Russia, China, and Iran, and the importance of Chabahar-INSTC connectivity for Central Asia access. Also highlights the 'Nalanda Approach' as a soft power tool.

India Acquires US Javelin ATGM via FMS; MoU for Co-Production with TASL

India has signed a Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) for the US-made Javelin anti-tank guided missile system through the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programme, ending a nearly 15-year delay. A co-production MoU between Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) and the Javelin Joint Venture opens the door for local final assembly and integration, boosting infantry anti-armour capabilities.