Russia bids Rs 50,000 crore for 5 more S-400 squadrons to boost India’s air defence
Russia has put forward a proposal for an additional five S-400 air defence squadrons, a move endorsed by India in March 2026 after Operation Sindoor. This acquisition will significantly enhance the air defence capabilities of India on multiple fronts. The delivery is anticipated to commence approximately three years post-signing, allowing for substantial protection against various aerial threats.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev finalized a long-term uranium supply agreement during their talks at the Kuksaroy Presidential Palace in Tashkent. The leaders also established three sister-city and sister-state arrangements, with plans to create a roadmap for realizing their potential.
Modi highlighted the 'New Tashkent' project in Uzbekistan and India's GIFT City in Gujarat, expressing a willingness to share expertise and best practices in mega-projects. He also conferred Mirziyoyev with the country's supreme state award, the Order of "Oliy Darajali Dustlik", after the conferment, the two leaders shared a hug.
During his fourth visit to Uzbekistan, Modi was accorded a ceremonial welcome at the presidential palace, and they traveled together by car to the palace before holding a dinner meeting.
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