External affairs minister S Jaishankar staunchly defended India’s energy ties with Russia, emphasising their role in stabilising global oil prices and serving national interests. He asserted India’s right to autonomous decision-making, addressing criticism over Russian crude purchases by stating that Europe and America also engage in such transactions.

India, long reliant on foreign jet engines, is set to gain self-reliance through its Safran partnership, boosting indigenous strength and future potential as an engine exporter

This year, the National Space Day is being celebrated on the theme ‘Aryabhatta to Gaganyaan: Ancient Wisdom to Infinite Possibilities’.