Srinjoy Chowdhury

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's talks with Dutch PM Rob Jetten will focus on trade, semiconductors, green hydrogen, technology cooperation and global security issues during his Netherlands visit.

A Botticelli masterpiece, Madonna and Child, will soon be exhibited in New Delhi, enhancing cultural ties between India and Italy ahead of Prime Minister Modi's visit to Rome. This follows last year's display of Caravaggio's work.

Drones Used in Indian Army: The Army has about 55 drones, mostly Searchers, Herons and eight MQ-9s are coming from the United States in a year to be stationed in Uttar Pradesh in a bit.

The deal, Gor added, "will truly unlock the full potential of this relationship by expanding market access, reducing barriers, and creating greater certainty for businesses on both sides of the table."

The Indian Army is set to integrate its mechanised infantry battalions with the armoured corps under a single directorate starting June 1, aiming for enhanced operational efficiency.

A major rethink on India's defence acquisition system may be underway after former defence secretary Sanjay Mitra suggested that the Army, Navy and Air Force should directly handle weapons purchases.

During the International Security Forum in Moscow, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval emphasised the critical importance of safeguarding global trade routes like the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea amidst escalating tensions in West Asia.

Ajit Doval reiterated India's stand on the need to reform the UN, particularly the Security Council, bringing in new members from the Global South.

India has begun work on a tri-service Conventional Missile Force (CMF), integrating ballistic, quasi-ballistic and hypersonic missiles. Cleared by military chiefs, the proposal now awaits government approval.

The West Bengal government will provide "counterpart financing" amounting to $107 million, roughly 20 percent of the investment.