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India, US Troops To Operate More Closely Together Than Ever: Pentagon
Highlighting the importance of India-US relationship, US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin today said that both countries are positioning their militaries to operate and coordinate more closely than ever.
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Historic Opportunity To Deepen Ties, Solidify India-US Relationship: Pentagon Commander
A top American commander on Tuesday told lawmakers that the current state of US-India relations presents a historic opportunity to deepen bilateral defence ties and solidify what he described as the 'defining partnership of the 21st century''.
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India Cites "Independent Foreign Policy" After US Warns Against Russia Deal
India has been pursuing an independent foreign policy based on national security interest which also applies to its defence acquisition and supplies, Ministry of External Affairs said Friday, after US warned New Delhi against the purchase of S-400 air defence system from Russia.
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Pompeo Praises US-India Ties, But Deep Divisions Remain: Foreign Media
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo met with India's top leadership on Wednesday, but despite displays of amity, they apparently failed to resolve any of a growing number of differences between the two countries.
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Bill Introduced In US Congress Aims To Put India On Par With NATO Allies
A bipartisan group of half a dozen influential American lawmakers has reintroduced an important legislation in the House of Representatives which seeks to advance the US-India strategic relationship.
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At US-India Mega Talks This Week, There Are 2 Huge Sticking Points
US Defense Secretary Jim Mattis and Secretary of State Michael Pompeo travel to Delhi this week in an effort to seal a new defense cooperation agreement with their Indian counterparts despite tensions over threatened American sanctions.
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US Congress Passes Defence Spending Bill To Boost Partnership With India
The United States Congress has passed the USD 716 billion defence spending bill which, among its many provisions, seeks to strengthen and enhance the country's defence partnership with India.
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Pentagon Asked To Work Closely With India In Cyber And Space Operating Domain
Expressing concern over the growing gap between the overarching goals of the bilateral Indo-US defence relationship, a powerful Senate Committee has asked Pentagon to work closely with New Delhi in cyber and space operating domain.
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Top US Security Advisor HR McMaster Reaffirms India As A Major Defence Partner
The United States today reaffirmed India's designation as a Major Defence Partner and emphasised the importance of its strategic relationship as its National Security Adviser HR McMaster met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and held talks with his counterpart Ajit Doval. "The two sides discussed a range of bilateral and regional issues, including their...
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2 US Senators Ask Trump Administration To Push For F-16 Fighters' Sale To India
Two top Senators have urged the Trump administration to push for the sale of F-16 fighter jets to India to build its capability to counter security threats and balance China's growing military power in the Pacific.
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US' $618 Billion Defence Budget Boosts Ties With 'Major Defence Partner' India
US President Barack Obama has signed into law the US $618 billion defence budget for 2017, which enhances security cooperation with India and conditions nearly half of the funding to Pakistan on a certification that it is taking demonstrable steps against the Haqqani Network and other terror groups.
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United States Names India As 'Major Defence Partner'
The US has recognised India as a "major defence partner", a significant development which paves the way for the country to be treated at par with America's closest allies for defence related trade and technology transfer.
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Committed To Help India Build Its Defence Capabilities: Top US Official
The US is "committed" to help India build its defence capabilities till it becomes the "net provider of security" in the Asia-Pacific region, a senior Obama administration official has said.
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US-India Business Council Applauds House For Approving Pro-India Defence Amendment
Business advocacy group USIBC has applauded the US House of Representative for approving pro-India amendments to a defence bill which would bolster bilateral defence ties on par with that of US' other NATO allies in terms of sale of weapons and technology transfer.
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US Nears Military Breakthrough With India As Relations Warm
The United States and India are close to a breakthrough on a defense logistics deal that has taken more than a decade to negotiate, a reflection of closer ties as China's military muscle grows.
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India, US Troops To Operate More Closely Together Than Ever: Pentagon
Highlighting the importance of India-US relationship, US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin today said that both countries are positioning their militaries to operate and coordinate more closely than ever.
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Historic Opportunity To Deepen Ties, Solidify India-US Relationship: Pentagon Commander
A top American commander on Tuesday told lawmakers that the current state of US-India relations presents a historic opportunity to deepen bilateral defence ties and solidify what he described as the 'defining partnership of the 21st century''.
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India Cites "Independent Foreign Policy" After US Warns Against Russia Deal
India has been pursuing an independent foreign policy based on national security interest which also applies to its defence acquisition and supplies, Ministry of External Affairs said Friday, after US warned New Delhi against the purchase of S-400 air defence system from Russia.
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Pompeo Praises US-India Ties, But Deep Divisions Remain: Foreign Media
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo met with India's top leadership on Wednesday, but despite displays of amity, they apparently failed to resolve any of a growing number of differences between the two countries.
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Bill Introduced In US Congress Aims To Put India On Par With NATO Allies
A bipartisan group of half a dozen influential American lawmakers has reintroduced an important legislation in the House of Representatives which seeks to advance the US-India strategic relationship.
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At US-India Mega Talks This Week, There Are 2 Huge Sticking Points
US Defense Secretary Jim Mattis and Secretary of State Michael Pompeo travel to Delhi this week in an effort to seal a new defense cooperation agreement with their Indian counterparts despite tensions over threatened American sanctions.
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US Congress Passes Defence Spending Bill To Boost Partnership With India
The United States Congress has passed the USD 716 billion defence spending bill which, among its many provisions, seeks to strengthen and enhance the country's defence partnership with India.
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Pentagon Asked To Work Closely With India In Cyber And Space Operating Domain
Expressing concern over the growing gap between the overarching goals of the bilateral Indo-US defence relationship, a powerful Senate Committee has asked Pentagon to work closely with New Delhi in cyber and space operating domain.
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Top US Security Advisor HR McMaster Reaffirms India As A Major Defence Partner
The United States today reaffirmed India's designation as a Major Defence Partner and emphasised the importance of its strategic relationship as its National Security Adviser HR McMaster met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and held talks with his counterpart Ajit Doval. "The two sides discussed a range of bilateral and regional issues, including their...
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2 US Senators Ask Trump Administration To Push For F-16 Fighters' Sale To India
Two top Senators have urged the Trump administration to push for the sale of F-16 fighter jets to India to build its capability to counter security threats and balance China's growing military power in the Pacific.
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US' $618 Billion Defence Budget Boosts Ties With 'Major Defence Partner' India
US President Barack Obama has signed into law the US $618 billion defence budget for 2017, which enhances security cooperation with India and conditions nearly half of the funding to Pakistan on a certification that it is taking demonstrable steps against the Haqqani Network and other terror groups.
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United States Names India As 'Major Defence Partner'
The US has recognised India as a "major defence partner", a significant development which paves the way for the country to be treated at par with America's closest allies for defence related trade and technology transfer.
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Committed To Help India Build Its Defence Capabilities: Top US Official
The US is "committed" to help India build its defence capabilities till it becomes the "net provider of security" in the Asia-Pacific region, a senior Obama administration official has said.
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US-India Business Council Applauds House For Approving Pro-India Defence Amendment
Business advocacy group USIBC has applauded the US House of Representative for approving pro-India amendments to a defence bill which would bolster bilateral defence ties on par with that of US' other NATO allies in terms of sale of weapons and technology transfer.
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US Nears Military Breakthrough With India As Relations Warm
The United States and India are close to a breakthrough on a defense logistics deal that has taken more than a decade to negotiate, a reflection of closer ties as China's military muscle grows.
