Trump Announces F-35 Jet Deal, Billions in Military Sales To India

India and the US unveiled an ambitious plan to ink a new 10-year defence partnership and pursue co-production of key weapons and platforms with President Donald Trump announcing that Washington......

India, US sign key defence agreement

The two countries also signed a 'Memorandum of Agreement regarding the Assignment of Liaison Officers', which will facilitate the posting of one military officer from each country with the military......

Modi dials Trump, says 'delighted to speak to dear friend'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United States President Donald Trump on Monday vowed to work towards a 'trusted' partnership between India and US and advance global peace and security in their......

Defence Is Key To India US Relationship

The China threat continues to resonate in the strategic partnership between India and the USA, points out Rup Narayan Das. IMAGE: Prime Minister Narendra D Modi greets then US president Donald J......

Budget may go vocal for higher local procurement

To boost domestic manufacturing under the Make in India initiative and reduce dependency on imports, the government is expected to announce in the Budget an increase in the minimum local content......

'Tax Relief For Middle Class Will Boost Markets'

'Like every Budget, this time, too, there is chatter around tinkering with the long-term capital gains tax.''Investors may not want to jump into the markets until there is clarity on this front.'......

Chips: Can India Be A World Leader?

Is self-reliance the right approach in a mega-buck game, or better to be part of a network? asks T N Ninan. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com India's bid to join the global......

Lift restriction on dual use tech trade: India

India has pressed the new Barack Obama administration to lift the 'unnecessary' restrictions on international trade with New Delhi on dual use items and technology. Addressing a meeting at the......