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NEW DELHI: India is seeking to distance itself from its largest arms supplier after Russia's ability to supply munitions and spares was hobbled by the war in Ukraine, but must step carefully to avoid pushing

India is seeking to distance itself from its largest arms supplier after Russia's ability to supply munitions and spares was hobbled by the war in Ukraine, but must step carefully to avoid pushing Moscow closer to China, Indian sources said. The world's biggest arms importer is slowly turning West as the United States looks to strengthen ties in the Indo-Pacific region, hoping to contain an ascendant China by weaning the South Asian nation off a traditional dependence on Russia. Russ...

India aims to reduce dependence on Russia for arms due to Ukraine conflict but treads cautiously to prevent closer Russia-China ties.

NEW DELHI: India is seeking to distance itself from its largest arms supplier after Russia’s ability to supply...

The year 2024 has kicked off with the India-Maldives relationship witnessing an unusual strain. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Lakshadweep in early January triggered a diplomatic row between India and the Maldives.

The row that was sparked by tourism comments on social media has escalated, with Male telling New Delhi to withdraw its troops by March 15.

Though India has had deeper historical and cultural ties with Male, China made rapid inroads into the island country with its infrastructure projects | World News

Singh’s visit to the UK, a first for an Indian defence minister since 2002, is expected to include discussions on a wide range of issues, including security and industrial cooperation. New Delhi’s relations with London are guided by the India-UK Strategic Partnership, part of an agreed-upon 2030 roadmap between the two nations.

The External Affairs Minister, who was in Russia for an important visit last week, further pointed that India can have equally strong ties with both the USA and Russia based on its own national interests.

The World Economic Forum's Strategic Intelligence Outlook saw experts explore expected trends for 2024, covering climate, geopolitics and global business.